THE Greatest waste in life is wasted potential
All our social enterprise employability programmes are designed to address different key issues to break down barriers to employment for individuals who are facing challenges.
our MISSION
Our mission is to make career opportunities accessible to all, through working collaboratively in our communities.
our VISION
We have a vision that all workplaces will be truly inclusive and create bright futures for all.
Our STORY
The team at Kenny Waste Management has always taken steps to build a workplace where everyone’s contributions are valued. During recruitment, we regularly look for a person’s raw potential and past background which may be holding them back from future employment.
In 2018, we were inspired to set up our “Social Enterprise” to strategically address the inequalities that exist for those that are furthest from meaningful employment.
We understand that some people are determined to make positive choices and change their own lives, we simply help make these changes more realistic by offering opportunity, structured support and lots of encouragement.
The first goal we set ourselves was to change 20 lives within 2020. Quite an ambitious target to achieve in two years, but we are proud to say we made it, even in the middle of a pandemic!
Our values
We have identified three core values that embody our Social Enterprise’s approach to everything we do. They guide us on how we make strategic decisions, daily choices and collaborate with partners. Importantly, they sit at the heart of all our programme design and delivery.
INCLUSION
Working together effectively by overlooking labels and treating everyone with respect.
TRUST
Demonstrate personal integrity by taking ownership and delivering on promises.
GROWTH
Have a ‘can-do’ mindset, and seek the opportunities in life’s challenges.
Our Impact
As a small social enterprise addressing some of the biggest barriers to employment, it’s vital that we know our work is making a real difference. We will work with a range of experts to inform our work, including those who have direct experiences of the issues we are trying to address.
We are committed to using the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals framework when tracking and reporting on our impact.
Salford Foundation helps shape our bespoke Theory of Change
We have worked with the Salford Foundation to shape a bespoke Theory of Change for Kenny Waste Management Social Enterprise. We took the time to reflect on what we need to do to achieve our mission, and then mapped this out across our signature programmes.
The result was a process detailing what outcomes to see and impact we want to achieve. This process will act as a guide each time we develop workshops, work with partners.
It helps us keep our core focus on what we know will lead to our work helping workplaces to be truly inclusive and create bright futures for all’
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Turning Points
We will enhance long-term employment prospects by arranging work-based activity such as placements, role shadowing and job trials.
Operation Basecamp
We offer a range of experiences to inspire young people to discover their potential and find a future direction for their career.
Lee had spent more than a decade in prison, and being labelled as an ex-offender meant finding work was nearly impossible, despite being desperate to work. Lee got in touch with Kenny Waste Management after being made aware of job opportunities with us, a business which looks past ‘labels’ and is able to see the potential in people, no matter their past. Three years later, Lee is thriving as a Waste Compliance Officer and we are also supporting him in pursuing his driving qualification. He is an intelligent, hard-working man who is a valued asset to the business. By not giving people like Lee a chance, employers miss out on a huge pool of talented potential employees. We do not want to let our local community down by rejecting some of its members. “The people at KWM are a great bunch of people to work for, very helpful and always there if I need help. Away from work I have a routine back in my life. A secure job means so much more than an income. It’s about being part of a community and being able to live a life outside work that you enjoy. It’s is about feeling valued and having your contribution to both your employer and wider society, recognised. It’s about dignity and self-respect.”
Shauna was a shy 16-year-old in her final year of High School, with zero work experience and real uncertainty of what to do next.
This all changed however, when we presented our apprenticeship scheme at Shauna’s School, which led to Shauna applying, attending our open day and being interviewed by one of our directors.
Today, Shauna is a highly valued member of our team, who has excelled and exceeded every expectation. Shauna’s employment story is proof that an apprenticeship scheme is a worthwhile option for any student: it is a chance to gain work experience, develop key skills, earn qualifications and build the initial foundations of a successful career.
“I like the people and my managers ay Kenny’s, I couldn’t see myself working in another office, we have a good bond and there’s a great work ethic here which is important to my future development within my role”.
Lydia, law student at Manchester Metropolitan University, was a participant on our university internship programme.
During two working weeks of exciting projects, tasks, and guest speaker presentations, she thoroughly impressed our social enterprise’s board of directors.
We decided to create a role to draw on her insights and her incredible potential.
Read more about Lydia’s internship experience and her role as Non-Executive Director for Kenny Waste Management Social Enterprise Ltd.
Kenny Waste Management Achieves Stage One of Social Enterprise Goal
In 2018 we created Kenny Waste Management Social Enterprise Ltd and set ourselves a target of changing 20 lives by 2020.
View more informationCase Study: Turning Points
Turning Points is one of three signature programmes which embody the mission and vision of Kenny Waste Management Social Enterprise Ltd. The programme is designed to enhance long-term employment prospects by offering paid experience, training, and qualifications.
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Great company to used
Kevin Hewitt
Shannon was very helpful and was able to fulfil the requests I made specifically for the childcare business that I manage.
Kate Edwards
Good communication and prompt service, big shout for Rachel and Natalie for their help 👍
brian carragher
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Noah was very helpful
Thomas Newton
Noah did an excellent job arranging a fast turn around on our mixed waste skip, great service
Tim Croft
Great experience with Kenny Waste Management. Clear around costs and process. Called for the collection of the skip provided and to pay and Noah who assisted was excellent. Very helpful and polite but most of all personable and engaged. I'd definitely recommend and also return for future requirements. Great work all!
Steve Chalkley
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I had an excellent experience with Kenny Waste Management! Rachael was absolutely amazing from start to finish. She went above and beyond to help me, making the whole process smooth, stress-free, and genuinely pleasant. Her professionalism, clear communication, and willingness to assist made such a big difference. Thank you, Rachael, for doing such an outstanding job — you’re a credit to the team! Highly recommend Kenny Waste Management.
Ellis McNulty
Grace was extremely helpful in ordering a skip for me.
Will Scowcroft
Never have any issues with booking in. Office staff and drivers are always helpful.
Tom Brimelow
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Rachael was absolutely brilliant!
Robert Quilliam
Joe Humphreys was really helpful with my skip queries and it was very easy to get a skip booked for when I needed. Excellent service.
Jamie Taylor
Spoke to marnie on the phone she was really kind and helpful, wish more calls were like this!
charlie strout
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Been using Kenny waste for a while now I deal with Claire, her service is 2nd to none
Ben Obrien
Great service! They are always on time for trash collection and offer great prices. When we needed to relocate the bins in our warehouse, they listened patiently to our instructions and resolved the issue promptly. Thanks to Shannon and Lisa from the Sales Team for their outstanding help and great attitude. Highly recommend this company!
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