Case Studies
Julie
The pandemic brought the issue of work-life balance into sharp focus for us all. It led many who’d been feeling overworked and under-appreciated to reevaluate what they really wanted out of a career, and for some it acted as the final push they needed to make a change. That’s certainly true for Julie, a former teacher turned Community Care Assistant with ECL.
Katie
Since joining ECL on an apprenticeship six years ago, Katie’s career has gone from strength to strength. After a fantastic placement, she was over the moon to land a role as a full-time Community Care Assistant with the business before going on to become a Team Leader. Keen to keep moving forward, Katie will soon be taking on a new challenge with ECL’s Maldon Day Service…
CardioWall
ECL purchased a 'CardioWall' for their Customers several years ago and have been using it every day since. Based at the ECL Basildon - Asheigh Day Service, the CardioWall is used to provide an enjoyable and varied support programme for Customers with learning disabilities and / or autism.
Orla
Orla Fitzgerald, a member of ECL’s sensory team, has had quite the journey to becoming a Rehabilitation Worker for people with a visual impairment. In 2020, Orla moved from Ireland to Essex following her qualification from Birmingham City University.
Sam
Sports fan Sam first joined ECL’s Community Equipment Services team back in 2010 on a temporary contract when he left college. 12 years later, he’s still with us and has been promoted throughout his employment.....…
Rollerworld
Rollerworld is an entertainment and leisure venue based in Colchester, the main attractions are roller skating, laser quest, karaoke and it also has a café, bar, and shop. Rollerworld employs approximately 32 people, one of which is Anne Khan, who is the director of operations...