Supporting people through redundancy and change at Chance UK
Wondering how to support your staff when redundancy and organisational change looms? We have a case study to share with you which showcases how organisations can put their employees first, even in the most difficult of times by offering an individualised Redundancy Support Service.
When the news broke that Chance UK, an extraordinary charity dedicated to transforming young lives, would be closing its doors in March 2026, it sent shockwaves through the sector. For more than 30 years, Chance UK has been a vital force in early intervention, supporting thousands of children and families to build confidence, resilience, and healthy relationships through personalised mentoring.
Like many charities, Chance UK faced mounting financial pressures and an increasingly challenging funding landscape. Making the decision to close was not taken lightly but even in the midst of this difficult transition, the organisation’s Co-CEO leadership team remained deeply committed to their people.
Their priority was clear: to ensure their staff were supported throughout the redundancy process, feeling valued and equipped for what came next. That’s when they partnered with Valued Recruitment.
We were honoured to work alongside this exceptional group of talented, purpose-driven professionals as they processed the emotional impact of redundancy and began to shape their next career chapters.
Through our tailored employability support programme, we provided each team member with personalised, one-to-one guidance, including:
Career consultancy sessions exploring experience, strengths, and aspirations
Bespoke CV development and interview preparation
Networking introductions and connections
Wellbeing and emotional resilience support
Signposting to trusted agencies and specialist consultants
At Valued Recruitment, we know that redundancy isn’t just an organisational process – it’s a deeply human experience. Our role is to ensure people feel respected, supported and confident as they move forward.
Every individual we worked with brought immense talent, insight and purpose. Our job was to help them reconnect with their value, articulate their impact and present themselves authentically and powerfully in the job market. Most importantly, we made sure no one felt alone and that possibility remained front and centre.
Supporting the Chance UK team during such a pivotal moment was a privilege. The resilience, compassion and professionalism shown by the staff throughout this process was inspiring and the feedback we received reinforced why this work matters.
Even in moments of uncertainty, with the right support, people can move forward with confidence and that’s what we’re here to make possible.
Staff at Chance UK have hugely valued this programme of support. I’d highly recommend this to anyone supporting staff on leaving
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