After nearly 20 years of experience at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Jeanette took an eight-year career break to raise her children. She had built a strong career in financial services, progressing from an administrative role to a Credit Analyst position but like...

After spending 10 years raising her children, Linda wasn't sure how to take the first step back into employment. Like many mums, she felt her confidence had disappeared and questioned whether she still had valuable skills to offer employers. Through our Working in...

"I Went From Feeling Lost to Finding a Job in Education" Meet Lucia Baldwin After six years as a stay-at-home mum, Lucia knew she wanted to return to work. What she didn't know was where to begin. Like many mums, she worried that...

Jae is an experienced administrator with over 25 years of professional experience, including senior roles within a Russell Group university. Despite this strong background, following changes in her personal circumstances and son’s schooling, Jae found herself at a...

Rebuilding Confidence and Looking Forward At Successful Mums, we love celebrating the achievements of our learners, and this month we are delighted to recognise one inspiring woman as our Learner of the Month, Maria. When Maria heard the news, she shared: "Thank you...

Marie’s journey from setbacks to self-belief is a reminder that even after difficult moments, it’s possible to rebuild confidence, discover new opportunities and take positive steps forward. After a successful career in customer service, including roles...

Ana is a dedicated mum of two who made the decision to take a planned career break after more than 20 years of working in large corporate organisations. While the break was intentional, returning to work proved far more challenging than she had anticipated.  When...

Two years ago, Toni Lee was a full-time mum who had lost all confidence. Like many women who step away from work to care for their families, she struggled with self-doubt and wondered who she was outside of being a parent. The idea of returning to work felt...

For many mums, confidence and skills are the first building blocks for future career plans. Whether that leads to employment, self-employment or a completely new direction, feeling capable and supported makes all the difference. This was exactly the case for Roxy when...

Rebuilding Confidence and Taking the First Step Returning to work after a break can feel daunting. For many mums, it’s not a lack of ability holding them back, it’s confidence, uncertainty and not knowing where to begin. This was exactly how one learner felt before...

We’re delighted to celebrate Jenny as our Learner of the Month! Balancing study, family life and everything in between, Jenny has shown true dedication and determination throughout her time with Successful Mums. Her consistent effort and positive attitude have...

Returning to work with confidence and purpose At Successful Mums, we believe that being a mum should enhance your career, not halt it. With the right support, training and encouragement, every mum can find a path that fits her skills, passions and family life. That’s...

At Successful Mums, we love sharing the real journeys of women who’ve taken brave steps towards a new career. Nicola’s story is one that shows it’s never too late to make a change. After 33 years working in the City, she faced redundancy and the challenge...

Umaima’s Confidence Journey We’re thrilled to announce that Umaima has been awarded our Learner of the Month and we couldn’t be prouder of everything she’s achieved. When Umaima found out she’d been selected, she was overwhelmed. “I can’t describe the...

We’re thrilled to introduce Rubab as our Learner of the Month!  It's been a joy having Rubab on our Back to Work and Wellbeing courses watching her confidence grow. When asked how it felt to be recognised, Rubab shared, 'I feel honoured to be recognised as...

From career break to new beginnings A mum to a three-year-old, Yoshitha was made redundant from her role as a data analyst during the pandemic. After being out of work for four years, she faced the challenge of returning to work, especially with the rising costs of...

Meet Diana, a mum who transformed her career with Successful Mums After almost 30 years working in corporate pensions, Diana found herself at a crossroads when her son was diagnosed with Epilepsy. This life-changing experience led her to look for a new career that was...

At Successful Mums, we believe in supporting women to help them rediscover their confidence, develop their skills and take steps toward fulfilling careers. Corleen’s journey is a perfect example of this transformation. Coming from a background in administrative roles...

We are thrilled to announce that Taneisha Boyd has been awarded Learner of the Month! She has been recognised for her hard work, dedication and outstanding achievements whilst on both our Working in Schools and Understanding Autism courses. Taneisha has consistently...

After a 16-year career break, Angela registered with Successful Mums looking for support in returning to work. We are thrilled that she has been awarded Learner of the Month. This recognition highlights her commitment to learning, gaining new skills, and boosting her...

Davina's inspiring journey We are delighted to recognise Davina as our Learner of the Month. Her story is testament to the strength and determination required to balance family commitments, career aspirations and personal growth. Here, Davina shares her thoughts and...

From Imposter Syndrome to finding a dream job. Shelley Jones, 52, suffered from crippling imposter syndrome, impacting her confidence and career. But now the mum-of-one has rediscovered her mojo after completing two Successful Mums courses and finding a dream job. “I...

Successful Mums - Means having someone in my corner Mum-of-three Hazel was struggling with her next career move. But after completing a Successful Mums course, the 51-year-old is now embarking on an exciting new path with confidence. “Before I had my children I worked...

We’re thrilled to share the inspiring journeys of some amazing mums who have completed our Working in Schools Programme. A course that equips participants with essential skills to prepare them for various roles within educational settings. Catherine...

We are thrilled to announce that Errol Legister has been named Learner of the Month for his outstanding achievements on the Successful Mums Enterprise Course! At Successful Mums, we’re proud to support not only mums on their journey back to work but also dads like...

It’s not just children heading for their first day at school in September! We’re thrilled to share the inspiring journeys of some amazing mums who have completed our Working in Schools programme and are now stepping into new roles within schools.  Barbara had to step...

It’s not just children heading for their first day at school! We’re thrilled to share the inspiring journeys of some amazing mums who have completed our Working in Schools programme and are now stepping into new roles within schools.  Growing up with a mum who was a...

We’re thrilled to share the inspiring journeys of some amazing mums who have completed our Working in Schools programme. A course that equips participants with essential skills to prepare them for various roles within educational settings. Following a five-year career...

The Learner of the Month spotlight is shining on Eva Andzi-Quainoo this month for her exceptional dedication and hard work. She has been selected for her outstanding contributions to her coursework and interactions. Artistic Eva enjoyed working as a card illustrator...

Little did Saeeda know, an introduction to Successful Mums would mark the beginning of an incredible new journey. "My name is Saeeda Khan. Having lived and worked in Pakistan all my life, in 2012 I made the courageous decision to move to the UK with my children. When...

We’re thrilled to share the inspiring journeys of some amazing mums who have completed our Working in Schools programme. A course that equips participants with essential skills to prepare them for various roles within educational settings. After a successful career in...

From adversity to achievement, read about Jessica’s remarkable journey and how the power of her resilience and determination has led her on the path to success.  My name is Jessica Ahire, a qualified Nigerian lawyer who made the brave decision to pursue a...

Paige’s Inspiring Journey Back to Work We are thrilled to celebrate Paige as our Learner of the Month! Paige’s journey is truly inspiring and proves the power of determination, community support and the right guidance. Paige stood out as a brilliant learner due to her...

Heather, a lawyer and mother of two, had taken a career break after having children. Despite her legal expertise, she hadn’t touched a computer since leaving her job in 2014. However, determined to upskill, she enrolled in our Digital and IT Skills course. Through...

The Learner of the Month spotlight shines on individuals for their hard work and dedication. It’s a celebration of those who have turned challenges into stepping stones for success. This month, we introduce Casey Meegan, whose journey at Successful Mums despite...

Returning to Work After 23 Years After spending over two decades out of the workplace to raise her family, Claire didn’t know where to start when she began thinking about returning to work. She felt uncertain, overwhelmed and unsure of her place in a job market that...

From Self-Doubt to SEND Teaching Assistant - Taneisha's Journey Back to Work “I’m a mum of three and I didn’t finish high school. Most of my working life had been in customer service, but I knew I needed a change. I wanted a career that allowed me to support young...

Meet Monika, one of our remarkable graduates. After completing our Back to Work and Confidence Course, Monika not only gained valuable skills but also secured a role through our Job Board!  My name is Monika, and I am originally from Poland. Throughout my life, I...

Mum of two, Maria had to give up her career as a dentist due to her husband's relocation and with a 12-year career break she began to doubt whether she would ever return to work. Armed with newfound confidence and a little support and guidance from Successful Mums,...

Natalie was looking forward to returning to work after having her second child, only to be hit with the devastating blow of redundancy. Undeterred, she forged ahead, securing a new role that seemed promising at first but quickly revealed itself as a toxic environment...

While our name may suggest otherwise, we're not just for mums - we help dads too! After realising Successful Mums wasn't just for mums, Clifford signed up for our Back to Work course and found a passion for teaching and now has his career plan sorted! From catering to...

Mum of three, Danielle reached out to Successful Mums after a two-decade career break, bringing up a family overseas. I contacted Successful Mums at the end of last year after my third child started university. Having been out of the workforce for over 20 years, I had...

With a Degree in Business IT and a Masters in Project Management, Lucy a 35-year-old mum of two had ambitions to pursue a project management role in the construction industry, even though she was acutely aware of the lack of representation and opportunities for women...

Theresa had been on a career break for six years when she decided to return to work but wasn't sure how a job would fit around her family life. Not knowing where to start and lacking confidence she contacted Successful Mums. After registering for our course her...

Navigating the challenges of balancing work and family life can be daunting, especially when faced with financial constraints and the need for personal growth. Read the inspiring journey of Edina, a determined mum who has secured a flexible role with the support and...

After applying for hundreds of jobs, Garima didn't give up, it spurred her on to find out why she was getting rejected. Turning to Successful Mums for advice, she was not disappointed with the outcome of her first interview! Hi, I am Garima, mum of two adorable boys,...

We met Lacey at a New Addington playgroup, lacking in confidence and thinking she could not return to work, but after a quick chat, she soon realised Successful Mums may be able to help! Lacey registered for our course, found a flexible role and is now working towards...

My name is Elina Mäkelä-Briggs. I am a mum of two primary-aged children, who I love, very much, they have made me a better person and I can’t imagine life without them. After an eight-year career break, I felt that the time had come for me to go back into the working...

After a 7-year career break Yuanyuan felt anxious and uncertain about getting a part time flexible role and felt the pandemic had delayed her training and return to work. Successful Mums were on hand to help turn things around ….. Tell us a bit about your background...

After 4 years of caring for her son, Claire lacked confidence and struggled to find work that would fit around family life. Claire's confidence was at an all-time low and she felt she didn't have current work experience to secure the job she was wanted. With our 1 to...

After taking a long career break to raise her children, Annie Beaver’s excitement to return to work was crushed when she fell ill. But Successful Mums continued to empower Annie through her cancer diagnosis and the pandemic, resulting in an exciting career opportunity...

Learning to take the leap! Having followed Successful Mum's Career Academy on social media for some time, I had seen that their founder Jane Knight was hosting spotlight webinars with companies and experts in their field. The Flexible Career with Pearson...

After 18 months as a stay-at-home mum, Lily wanted to return to work but lacked confidence and had no idea where to start. Successful Mums was there to help! What was your biggest barrier at the start of the course to finding work? I'd been out of the workplace for 18...

Having been “out of the workplace” for 10 years this mum of two didn't know where to start. With our help Jess was successful in securing a role! Tell us a bit about you, your background before children? Before kids I had a lovely admin job in the civil service for...

After being a stay-at-home mum for 4 years, Silvia felt she wasn’t good enough to find a new role. Luckily Successful Mums were on hand to prove her wrong! What was your biggest barrier at the start of the course to finding work? My biggest barrier was a lack of...

Vanessa wanted a new job that would fit in around her family, with a little help from Successful Mums, she has found what she was looking for, along with a huge confidence boost! I had been a Social Worker for over 9 years and had a lot of varied roles before this in...

Attending our Back to Work Course gave Sarah the confidence she needed to attend job interviews and has now found the perfect role! What was your biggest barrier at the start of the course to finding work? Time! Having a one and a two-year-old to look after whilst...

The pandemic forced Mum of 3, Lana, to reassess her 17 year career as a PA in an international law firm. Here she tells us she built her confidence and stepped out of her comfort zone to find the perfect role. ‘I had a career working at an international law firm for...

After a 5 year career break, Emily felt out of touch and in need of a confidence boost, find out how Successful Mums made her realise how many transferrable skills she actually had! What was your biggest barrier at the start of the course to finding work?...

Before I had my daughter, Ellie in 2009 I was working as a hairdresser but realised it wasn’t for me anymore. I decided to go into admin and then went on to be a Property Manager before I had my son, Oscar in 2015. I had been out of work for nearly 6 years when I...

Esther had been working part-time but was struggling to find a job to fit around her family life. She knew there were roles out there but wasn’t sure where to find them. Esther felt her digital skills were outdated and needed to update her CV, so turned to Successful...

Rose wanted to find out why she wasn't getting the jobs she was applying for. With help from Successful Mums she now has her new career plan sorted. What was your biggest barrier at the start of the course to finding work?  Finding a role that would fit in with...

What is your background pre-children?  I worked for a Marine Underwriter in the City. How long was your career break?  I'd been on a break for about one and a half years. What barriers did you face to finding work?  Due to Covid I was home-schooling but...

Mum to twin boys, Marcela, was ready to go back to work but was lacking in confidence and with two unsuccessful interviews, she knew she needed help. After attending our Back to Work course Marcela is now freelancing flexibly around her family. What was your biggest...

Yvette wanted to return to work but found her biggest challenge was finding a job that would fit in with her family. Not knowing where to look for these roles Yvette turned to Successful Mums for guidance and enrolled on our Back to Work Course. “Any worries I had...

Happy in her new role, Lisa Moody, thanks Successful Mums for giving her the confidence to apply for it! “When I saw the Successful Mums Back to Work and Digital Skills Course advertised on Facebook, I knew I wanted to know more. I’d had time off raising my family but...

With both her boys at school, Yvonne had more time to find a new job. Find out how she landed her ideal role, with a little help from Successful Mums.. “Before having children, I worked at the Metropolitan Police Service in various roles including Witness Care Officer...

WE HELPED THIS MUM OF TWO BE CONFIDENT, INTERVIEW READY AND LAND HER IDEAL JOB…
I have 2 children age 11 and 7 – I’ve not worked since my second child was born.

Off to the Chamber for Patrycja! With little help from Successful Mums, Patrycja found a flexible job that fits perfectly around her family life.

I’m Patrycja, a mum of two girls aged 9 and 10 years old. In November 2018 I left my job of 11 years as an office and production manager at an architectural studio. I made that decision because I wanted to spend more time with my young daughters and focus on my family while they need it. I figured…

What a difference a day made for Successful Mum Mel Having worked flat out in the City for most of her career, Mel had no idea where to begin when it came to finding local, flexible work to fit around her family life. Here, she explains how just one day with...

Despite the national lockdown, we helped this Mum find a local part-time job. "My name is Rachel, I'm a mum of one and found myself redundant from my role of over five years due to the pandemic.  I originally worked in the music industry for 17 years, predominantly in...

Work Experience works for Sabria! After starting our Back to Work Course, sabria joined our Work Placement Programme at successful mums. With a clear action plan, career advice and regained confidence, Sabria has now found her perfect part-time role. Read her story...

An 11-year career break knocked Solicitor, Lulu’s confidence. After attending a Successful Mum’s Taster Session the mum-of-three decided it was time she was given an opportunity to prove herself… Could you please tell me a little about your work background?...

After a 5 year career break Natasha was ready to get back out there! With our help Natasha managed to find her inner confidence and get back to work after a 5 year career break, here's her story… Back to Work Mum, Natasha "I'm Tash and I'm a single mum of 4-year-old...

Its amazing how many skills you have as a Mum that employers are looking for. Believe in yourself! Not only did we help Marie with her confidence but we also helped her to secure a local part-time role after completing our Back to Work course during lockdown. TELL US...

Successful Mums changed my life When Laura joined our Back to Work course, she was desperate to rebuild her confidence after seven years away from work. Little did she know she would be back at Successful Mums just one year later – this time, as an employer. "I’d been...

Joanna’s Job hunt goes to plan There’s nothing Successful Mums loves more than a challenge. So when town planner Joanna told us she was unlikely to find local, flexible work in her chosen career, we set out to prove her wrong! Joanna shares her story here. "Planning...

Sarah gets her buzz back Sarah explains how Successful Mums helped her find the perfect flexible role. As a busy executive assistant, Sarah relished her 24/7 lifestyle and loved being in the thick of things. After a career break, the mum-of-three wanted to recapture...

Marie-Emma Part-time Marketing Success Successful Mum graduate, Marie-Emma tells us her story… Successful Mum, Marie-Emma What is your Job Role? My role is Marketing Assistant. I carry out a range of marketing duties including designing promotions, engaging with new...

I’ve transformed my career as a working mum Ade wanted to change her career, but wasn’t sure where to start. “I thought my career in accounting was for life, but after a series of 1-2-1 career coaching sessions with Jane, she helped me realise my passion for child...

Back to work Success for Sharon "Pre-kids, I was a Product Trainer, working for a retail company in Dubai. I had worked as a trainer and in Learning & Development for more than 9 years before taking a sabbatical to start my family and then re-locate to London.My...

Successful Mums have helped mE get my mojo back and find a new job! Find out how we helped mother of three, Connie find a new career after being made redundant from her job of 23 years… "My name is Connie Entwistle, I am mum to 3 gorgeous teenage children; to them, I...

Flex success for solicitor Sarah Solicitor Sarah regularly browsed the job ads but always stopped short of submitting her CV. Here, she explains how Successful Mums gave her the push she needed to make a change – and how she landed her ideal, flexible role. "I’d been...

Trading household management for business management… Trying to get back into the industry you worked in before a career break is not always the answer. Laura attended our Back to Work Course and discovered there were so many more options… Read her...

Three daughters, six years off and Angela found her dream job!  "After university, I taught English as a foreign language which allowed me to travel and work.  I moved back to London and found a role at Young Enterprise, a business educational charity, where I ran...

Back to school success for Jane As the new term started, there was an extra school bag waiting by the front door in Jane Stewart’s home. Here, the mum-of-two explains why and recalls how our Back to Work course helped her land her perfect part-time role. "With my...

A stress free role for Stacy Meet Successful Mum Stacy Benham Who is this fantastic employer that offers flexible working? Peter Morgan, Morgans Chartered Surveyors. What flexible role did they offer you? Part-time Personal Assistant. How did you hear about the role?...

Term Time Only for Christine It’s hard to know where to start when looking for a new job after a career break! Whether you want a new career after a short maternity leave or are returning to work after years of being a stay-at-home parent, we can help make...

A Premier Role for Laura Premier role for Mum, Laura When I first met Laura, she hadn’t worked and really didn’t think she would find a job, let alone one to fit in around her daughter. With confidence-boosting techniques, (tried and tested) work experience and...

A life-changing experience for Viviana When Viviana made the decision to return to work last year, the prospect of job-hunting and interviews was a daunting one. But, she explains here, thanks to Successful Mums, she never felt alone. Mum of 2, Viviana "I previously...

Antje’s on her way to her dream job Read about Antje who is now Executive Administrator after attending our Successful Mums Back to Work Course. Mum of twins, Antje Mum to twin girls, Antje had previously worked in the banking industry and had been at home for six...

Alina reaches new heights with Successful Mums When Alina and her family made a 'now or never' move from Bucharest to London, she left behind a burgeoning career in a company she loved. Two years later and returning to work in a new country, she felt like she had a...

The sky’s the limit for Nicky Former cabin crew member and mum-of-four, Nicky was ready to start the next chapter of her life when she joined our popular Back to Work course. Three months on, Nicky explains how Successful Mums helped her set new goals – and get her...

Lisa - Working on her own terms Lisa was working as a care assistant and, although she enjoyed her role, always wanted term-time work to give her flexibility around her family life. Since attending the Successful Mums Back to Work Course, Lisa has taken small steps to...

Louise hadn’t worked since 2013 and was feeling isolated, unmotivated and not sure how to get back into the workplace. Louise saw an advert on social media for a 'back to work course' with M&S which sparked her interest. Louise booked on to the course as her first...

From comfort zone to new career for Successful Mum Louise When Louise decided to return to the work she loved, her biggest challenge was getting out of her comfort zone. Here, she explains how Successful Mums helped her break out of her 'mum bubble' and into a new...

Natasha found her perfect role to fit around her family…     Tell us about your flexible friendly employer and job role?   I work for Sue Hainsby at Carlean Property Management. Sue manages property portfolios for her clients.   My job role is to...

The dilemma for Gemma! Gemma Gemma bounced into the Successful Mums Back to Work course with lots of ideas about what she wanted to do but she wasn’t sure where to start. Gemma had always wanted to be a teaching assistant. To achieve that, she needed to retrain but...

Former PA Nicky signed up for our Back to Work course on a cold and rainy autumn day. Disheartened by a lengthy job search, the mum-of-two felt far from optimistic. But, as she reveals here, it took just a sprinkling of Successful Mums magic and a little social media...

A new start for Mum, Sholpan When mum-of-two Sholpan was looking for her first job in the UK, the obstacles seemed insurmountable. But then a friend recommended the Successful Mums Back to Work course and everything changed. Here, Sholpan shares the story of her...