GMI Construction is running a Construction Cares Programme, which involves a DIY Workshop. The two-day DIY programme will provide care leavers with hands-on experience and training in construction-related jobs. The workshops teach valuable DIY skills, including bricklaying, joinery and plastering and is aimed at those preparing to leave the care system or who have recently … Continue reading GMI Construction runs DIY workshop for care leavers
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Opportunity Sheffield is the employment and skills service within Sheffield City Council.
Explore Sheffield’s urban innovation district with Open Doors
Open Doors Innovation Festival is coming to Sheffield city centre on Tuesday 20 October. During Open Doors, seven venues across Sheffield Innovation Spine will open their doors to the public for a city-centre-wide festival celebrating the groundbreaking ideas, technology, and people shaping the region’s future. Open Doors gives Sheffield residents, students, visitors and workers behind-the-scenes … Continue reading Explore Sheffield’s urban innovation district with Open Doors
Volunteer Admin Mentors Needed
Are you a professional with strong office, admin and IT skills, looking for a flexible way to make a meaningful difference? Voluntary Action Sheffield is seeking Volunteer Mentors to support its Volunteer to Career pathway. It is an inclusive programme funded by Pathways to Work. The programme helps people remove barriers to employment, to build … Continue reading Volunteer Admin Mentors Needed
SOHAS health and wellbeing training for managers
Not sure what to do when someone in your team is struggling with their health? Sheffield Occupational Health Advisory Service (SOHAS) is offering a fully funded, practical training programme to help line managers feel more confident managing health and wellbeing at work. Across five interactive, face-to-face sessions in Sheffield, you’ll learn how to: Have supportive … Continue reading SOHAS health and wellbeing training for managers
Register for the Nacro Hospitality & Catering programme
Nacro still have places available for it's Hospitality & Catering Level 2 programme and are accepting referrals for suitable young people. The course provides students with the opportunity to develop practical catering skills, food hygiene knowledge, customer service experience, and employability skills within a supportive learning environment. It is ideal for learners who have an … Continue reading Register for the Nacro Hospitality & Catering programme
Toastmasters presents public speaking support event at The Showroom
Toastmasters, the international public-speaking club, is holding a special open night at The Showroom on Wednesday 14 October from 7pm to 9pm. The Odyssey - Your Public Speaking Journey Starts Here is designed for anyone who would like to become more confident communicating with others — whether that’s giving presentations, speaking in meetings, interviewing, networking, … Continue reading Toastmasters presents public speaking support event at The Showroom
Functional Skills Maths course starts October 2026
Skills-UK is running a Functional Skills Maths course (Entry Level 3) at St Mary's Church in Sheffield. The course is designed to help local learners gain essential qualifications, build workplace confidence, and take their next steps toward employment or further training. It's ideal for learners wanting to build practical everyday math skills, gain a national … Continue reading Functional Skills Maths course starts October 2026
FACES Health & Wellbeing and Food Safety courses start in November 2026
FACES are launching Health & Wellbeing and Food Safety courses, starting in November 2026. Both will take place in the Moorfoot Building in Sheffield City Centre, S1 4PL. To qualify for FACES courses, learners must: be aged 19 or over as of 31 August 2026 live in Sheffield have the right to live and work … Continue reading FACES Health & Wellbeing and Food Safety courses start in November 2026
Momentum Training enrolling for CSCS and Warehouse courses
Momentum Training are enrolling for their CSCS and Warehouse courses starting in September, October and November, with a number of enrolment sessions in September 2026. CSCS & Plant Operations – including Telehandler & Scissor Lift Licence Monday 28 September Monday 2 November Monday 23 November Warehouse Level 1 Monday 12 October Monday 23 November Monday … Continue reading Momentum Training enrolling for CSCS and Warehouse courses
Studio Self-Made programme helps young self-employed people attract opportunities
Aged 18-30 and running a business, or want to? Self-Made in 60 Days is a free programme for young people living anywhere in South Yorkshire, commissioned by Barnsley Council and funded by Quickline. The 8-week programme is hosted mostly online and starts in October 2026. It teaches you how to market yourself and your business … Continue reading Studio Self-Made programme helps young self-employed people attract opportunities
MPCT Sheffield Military & Uniformed Services Academy Open Day 2027
The MPCT Sheffield Academy Open Day is on Friday 15 January 2026. The afternoon is a great opportunity to come along, have a look around the academy and get a real feel for what MPCT is all about. They will be showcasing what students can expect from their courses, introducing you to the team and … Continue reading MPCT Sheffield Military & Uniformed Services Academy Open Day 2027
StreetGames event gives sport leaders and volunteers skills to create inclusive, empowering environments for diverse young people
StreetGames in partnership with FURD at the U-Mix are hosting Inclusion Activator on Thursday 8 October from 10am to 1pm. The Inclusion Activator equips community sport leaders, coaches and volunteers with the skills and tools to create inclusive, empowering environments for diverse young people. Learn foundational principles, the Doorstep Sport methodology, Psychological ABCs, and engagement … Continue reading StreetGames event gives sport leaders and volunteers skills to create inclusive, empowering environments for diverse young people
