Local Jobs, Local People
We turn up at job centres and DWP events across Sussex, because the people in that room are often exactly the people we want to hire. We offer work experience as well as jobs, and we take applications from people who have been out of work for a while or have never worked in housing before. Marisa (our MD) is developing an in-house academy to build the skills and confidence the work actually needs, not just the ones that get someone through the interview. We hire on personality and ambition – the CV matters less.
Tom came to one of these events in Worthing looking for work – he now manages two buildings and 33 residents.
From Crisis to Care
“My journey to where I am today began over a decade ago, when I took a job in finance for a company that supported autistic adults.
At first, my role was purely numbers-focused. But over time, I found myself more and more drawn to the people behind those numbers – the residents. I began spending time with them, listening, helping out, getting involved in their day-to-day lives. That’s when something clicked: this wasn’t just a job. It was a chance to make a real difference.
Seven years ago, life took a difficult turn. I found myself on the other side of the support system – relying on the same crisis teams and mental health services I’d once worked alongside. It was a humbling, painful time, but it taught me more than any training course ever could. I experienced first-hand what it feels like to be lost, to need help, and to slowly rebuild.
Today, I’m proud to be a Castle Accommodation Property Manager, where I can support others who are going through their own struggles. I bring not just professional knowledge, but personal understanding. I know what it’s like to feel like you’ve hit rock bottom – and I also know it’s possible to rise again.
If my story shows anything, it’s this: anyone can be homeless, anyone can be in crisis – and anyone can turn their life around with the right support.”