Career Returners

14/10/2026

"I spent years saying I'd return to work 'one day'. Today, I'm a Programme Manager at Amazon."

Before her career break, Priya had built a successful career in advertising and corporate communications. But what started as a short break became 12 years away from the workplace.

Like many returners, she knew she wanted to return, but struggled to take the first step.

Through upskilling, volunteering, networking and persistence, Priya rebuilt her confidence and gained recent experience. Those efforts helped her secure a place on Amazon's Returners Programme, where she's now thriving and mentoring other returners.

Her advice?

✨ Talk to people and let others know you're looking to return.
✨ Upskill and gain recent experience where you can.
✨ Don't give up. Returning takes resilience, but it is possible.

We're proud to share Priya's story and celebrate everything she's achieved since returning to work.

Read her full story in our success story library - link in comments 👇

06/10/2026

NEW Opportuntiy UK (London): Convex Returners Programme 2027. 6-month returnship. Starts 4 February. Apply ASAP, latest 30 October. Online information session 15 October

Convex is launching their seventh Returners Programme in 2027. They created their Returners Programme for people like you who are interested in re-entering the workforce. Successful applicants will join in Underwriting Management or Internal Audit. They‘ll buddy you up with another ‘Convexian’ to help you successfully transition back to work and you‘ll take part in a Career Returners Coaching Programme from Career Returners for ongoing support.

Click the link in the Comments below to find out more about the opportunity and online information session 👇

24/09/2026

📣 Looking to return to tech after an extended career break?

Join Career Returners during Women in Tech Week for an inspiring and practical session designed to support your journey back.

We'll be sharing real stories of women who have successfully restarted their tech careers, whilst exploring the mindsets and strategies that helped them succeed. You will be able to take part in a guided exercise to help craft your own return-to-work story.

Expect practical advice, fresh inspiration and a confidence boost for your next career chapter.

✨ We'd love to see you there!
🔗 Link in comments

24/09/2026

New opportunity UK (London): Leadership and Management Learning Coordinator role with Govia Thameslink Railways. Supported hiring into permanent role. ⏰ Apply by 28 September

GTR is looking for a highly organised, proactive and customer-focused individual to join their Leadership and Management Development team. As part of the programme, successful candidates will receive dedicated return-to-work coaching and support from Career Returners alongside their role-specific onboarding and development within GTR.

Find out more and apply ASAP here 👇
https://careerreturners.com/opportunities/gtr-corporate-services-career-returner-programme/

17/09/2026

Celebrating Alice's Journey 🎉

From returnship to senior leadership.

When Alice joined the Home Office through a returnship programme after a career break, she was looking for a route back into tech.

Today, several years after her successful return, she's a Grade 6 leader, shaping work with national impact.

As Ashleigh Alexander from the Government Digital Service recently reflected:

"Her progression is a powerful reminder that career breaks do not diminish ambition, capability, or potential, and that with the right support, returners don't just come back, they go further at a senior level."

Alice's story shows what's possible when talented professionals are given the opportunity, support, and confidence to return.

Read Alice's inspiring story, link in comments

16/09/2026

New UK: EDF Returner Programme 2026. Roles based in London, Hove, Exeter and Doxford. Starts October/November. Apply by 27 September

The EDF Returner Programme is a 6‑month paid returnship designed to support professionals in making a flexible, supported return to work. Participants receive strong support throughout the programme, including a dedicated mentor and buddy, the Career Returners Coaching Programme, and the encouragement of a peer cohort.

Find out more and apply here 👇

EDF 6 month returnship Return to Work with support in partnership with Career Returners.

16/09/2026

New UK: Mattioli Woods Financial Adviser Academy
Virtual Information Event. 23 September (11:00-11:45 UK Time).
We are hosting an information session with Mattioli Woods, one of the UK’s leading providers of pension consultancy and wealth management services, to learn about their Financial Adviser Academy and how it could help you launch a successful career as a Financial Adviser.
For more information and to register for the event click the link below 👇🏽

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10/09/2026

⏰ Last chance to join our Autumn Accelerator!

Our recent graduates shared what changed most for them:

💚 "I believe in what I have to offer again."
💚 "I feel much more confident in my abilities, experience and potential."
💚 "I have a much clearer direction for my next steps."

If you're finding your return to work harder than expected, you don't have to navigate it alone.

🚪 Registration closes at 5pm UK tomorrow.

Don't miss your opportunity to accelerate your return.

08/09/2026

Only a few days left to join our Autumn Accelerator Programme 🚀

Every cohort, we meet talented professionals who spend months, sometimes years, wondering whether they’re able to return to work, if their skills are relevant anymore and how best to talk about their break.

The returners on last week’s Accelerator alumni panel felt exactly the same.

Today, they’re back in professional roles after career breaks of 5, 10 and 14 years.
They told us the Accelerator helped them gain:

✅ Confidence in what they have to offer
✅ Clarity on their skills and strengths
✅ Practical strategies for returning to work
✅ A community of people who truly understand

As Angela (10-year break) said “The return-to-work framework in Accelerator was really, really powerful.”

As Camille (5-year break) said “you have to own your narrative and Accelerator will give you the tools to do that”

And Nalini recognised the value of everything she’d achieved during her 14-year break “you’re not just a stay at home mum, you bring so many valuable skills”

Don’t let another month pass wondering “what if?”

🚨 Accelerator registration closes this Friday

👉 Join us via the link in bio

03/09/2026

💚 5 lessons from three successful returners

At our Success Stories panel today, we heard from three inspiring returners whose career breaks ranged from 5 to 14 years.

Their circumstances were different, but they all had one thing in common: they joined the Career Returners Accelerator Programme to help rebuild confidence, recognise their strengths and take purposeful steps forward 🚀

As Nalini shared, "It's really important to be part of a group or a community to support your return-to-work journey."

And Camille reflected, "When you get clarity, you get more confident naturally."

Here are 5 lessons they shared:

✨ A career break doesn't define your future career
"Don't underestimate yourself and keep going." Nalini

✨ You gain valuable skills during a career break
"It's only now looking back that I realise what an amazing job I did during my career break." Angela

✨ Own your story
"Your career break is part of your story. You need to be comfortable with it and own it." Camille

✨ Reconnect with your relationships
"Sometimes relationships matter more than applications." Nalini

✨ Find people who can see your value
"You've got to find the people who can see the value that you hold." Angela

Each panellist spoke about the role the Career Returners Accelerator Programme played in helping them regain confidence, recognise their strengths and move forward with greater clarity.

💚Applications for our Autumn Accelerator Programme are open now, with registrations closing on 11 September. Link in comments 👇

If you're planning your own return, remember - there's no single right route back, and you don't have to navigate it alone.