Who We Are
Springboard supports people who face barriers to employment – helping them build skills, confidence, and access sustainable careers in hospitality, leisure, and tourism. Whether you’re an individual, employer, or fundraiser, we’re here to support you in making a difference.
Ways We Can Help
Free Training & Development
We offer high-quality, practical programmes that:
- Build essential workplace and customer service skills
- Include industry-recognised certifications
- Boost confidence and job readiness
Mentoring & Career Support
- One-on-one guidance from industry professionals
- Help with CV writing, interviews & job applications
- Ongoing support during the transition into work
Creating Job Opportunities
We connect our candidates to:
- Jobs with top UK hospitality and tourism employers
- Internships, apprenticeships, and work placements
- In-work support to help them stay and grow in their roles
Working with Employers
We support businesses to:
- Recruit trained and motivated candidates
- Create inclusive, socially responsible workplaces
- Build talent pipelines for long-term success
Your Involvement Makes a Real Difference
Whether you’re donating, volunteering, or partnering with us, here’s the impact you can have:
- £20 can support a trainee to travel to their course or work placement for a whole week
- £30 covers the cost of a Customer Service qualification certificate
- £1,500 raised puts one young person through an employability training course
Why Work With Springboard?
- 5,340 people supported into employment in hospitality, giving them the tools and confidence to thrive.
- 86% of those securing work joined the hospitality industry, with 81% of trainees remaining in their roles for over 12 months.
- 22,914 school pupils engaged through our careers and education programmes – including 18,279 participants in Springboard FutureChef
Let’s Make an Impact Together
Whether you’re an employer, fundraiser, partner, or individual looking for support -we’re here to help. Get in touch: annad@springboarduk.org.uk