First Step Trust

First Step Trust First Step Trust also manages SMaRT Garage Services, a teaching garage.

First Step Trust is a Mental Health & Employment charity in London and North West, aiming to support adults with disadvantages & mental health difficulties in getting into employment.

21/08/2026

Your car can tell a mechanic quite a lot just by the noises it makes. 🔧👂

A mechanic’s stethoscope helps narrow down exactly where an unusual sound is coming from - one of several ways faults can be investigated before parts are taken apart.

Want to give your own car a quick check-up? We’re offering a FREE vehicle health check at SMaRT Garage Services in Woolwich, Greenwich.

As a teaching garage, your visit also helps our trainees build real workshop skills.

🌐 firststeptrust.org.uk/smart
📧 [email protected]
📞 020 8465 7848

❗️ 5 Days Left to Apply ❗️We are seeking a skilled and passionate Head Barista to join our team at Abbevilles Bike Café,...
18/08/2026

❗️ 5 Days Left to Apply ❗️
We are seeking a skilled and passionate Head Barista to join our team at Abbevilles Bike Café, an exciting new social enterprise in Clapham where great coffee meets community impact.

If you have a background in specialty coffee and a genuine desire to make a difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Clapham, London
⏰ Part-time, 26.5 hours per week
💰 £13.20/h
📆 Closing Date: 23 August 2026
🔗 Apply: firststeptrust.livevacancies.co.uk

💡 What qualities do you look for beyond someone’s CV?Recruitment often rewards people who already know how to present th...
17/08/2026

💡 What qualities do you look for beyond someone’s CV?

Recruitment often rewards people who already know how to present themselves well. But some people have the attitude, reliability and willingness to learn - they just have not had the chance to prove it yet. If employers only look for polished experience, they may miss people who could grow into the role with the right support.

Businesses can play a real role in opening doors for people who have not had a straightforward route into employment.

If your organisation wants to support this work, let’s get in touch.

🌐 firststeptrust.org.uk
✉️ [email protected]

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Head Barista to join our team at Abbevilles Bike Café, an exciting new social en...
14/08/2026

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Head Barista to join our team at Abbevilles Bike Café, an exciting new social enterprise in Clapham where great coffee meets community impact.

If you have a background in specialty coffee and a genuine desire to make a difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Clapham, London
⏰ Part-time, 26.5 hours per week
💰 £13.20/h
📆 Closing Date: 23 August 2026
🔗 Apply: firststeptrust.livevacancies.co.uk

Recently, we welcomed Annie and Kelly from Bexley Voluntary Service Council (BVSC) to First Step Trust.During their visi...
12/08/2026

Recently, we welcomed Annie and Kelly from Bexley Voluntary Service Council (BVSC) to First Step Trust.

During their visit, they learned more about our work across Greenwich and the support we provide to people taking steps towards employment. They met our workforce members, experienced our Virtual Reality training, and saw our teaching garage in action.

Visits like these are a great way to strengthen local connections, share ideas and better understand the support available across our communities.

We look forward to working together in the future.

💬 If your organisation would like to learn more about First Step Trust and explore opportunities to collaborate, we'd love to hear from you.

💡 Did you know you can book our fully-funded courses online now?There's no need to call or e-mail first - just choose yo...
10/08/2026

💡 Did you know you can book our fully-funded courses online now?

There's no need to call or e-mail first - just choose your course, complete the online form, and we'll take it from there.

We currently offer:

🚗 Driving Theory
🔧 Motor Mechanics (via VR)
🍽️ Food Safety Level 2 & 3
👷 Pre-CSCS

Swipe through for a quick guide on how to book, and head to our website to get started:

🌐 firststeptrust.org.uk/book

Coffee, bike repairs and new opportunities are coming to Clapham Common, Lambeth.Abbevilles Bike Cafe is currently under...
07/08/2026

Coffee, bike repairs and new opportunities are coming to Clapham Common, Lambeth.

Abbevilles Bike Cafe is currently under construction, but our new website page gives you an early look at what we’re creating for the local community - and the mission behind it.

Visit the page to learn about the café, workshop and supported work placements, and subscribe to follow our progress towards opening.

See what’s coming: firststeptrust.org.uk/abbevilles-bike-cafe/

05/08/2026

Hello, Lambeth 👋
Something big is coming soon.

See you on Friday 👀

When people hear "accessible workplace", they often think of ramps, lifts and physical access.An accessible workplace ca...
05/08/2026

When people hear "accessible workplace", they often think of ramps, lifts and physical access.

An accessible workplace can also be about providing clear expectations, instructions, offering patient support, or creating an environment where people are not written off for needing a different starting point.

For many people facing barriers to work, confidence does not appear overnight. It is built through routine, encouragement and real opportunities to try.

If this resonates with you, join the conversation.

Comment with one thing you think workplaces can do to become more accessible - or tag someone whose work in this area deserves recognition.

🌐 firststeptrust.org.uk

A lovely 5-star review for our Driving Ambition course.We're always pleased to hear when learners feel supported as they...
03/08/2026

A lovely 5-star review for our Driving Ambition course.

We're always pleased to hear when learners feel supported as they build confidence with driving theory and the result of it shows in their real attempt with the test.

If you'd like help preparing for your driving theory test, we have a fully-funded Driving Ambition Course, available for residents of Greenwich.

Get in touch to sign up or to learn more:
🌐 firststeptrust.org.uk/book
✉️ [email protected]
☎️ 0208 855 7386 (9am-5pm, Mon-Fri)

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First Step Trust, 9 Kingside
London
SE185BX

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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