A PROJECT that helps people in Darlington get back to work has started to pay dividends, with the first of its job-seekers securing employment.
The Central into Work scheme is aimed at unemployed people living in the Bank Top, Central, Northgate and North Road wards.
It is run by Darlington Borough Council and funded by JobCentre Plus and the European Social Fund.
Since its launch, 15 people have signed up for free help and organisers said five people had so far been successful in getting jobs.
An "employment link" worker helps people who are looking for jobs.
Help is provided with job searching, application forms, CVs and interview preparation. Support is also available once a job has been secured.
The project operates from several locations, including Crown Street Library, First Stop, in Tubwell Row, and Sure Start in McNay Street.
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