Author: Opportunity

Opportunity Sheffield is the employment and skills service within Sheffield City Council.

The Sheffield College #NAW2021 Events include live Q&As with Apprenticeship Recruitment Team

The Sheffield College has organised a series of events for students who are interested in securing an apprenticeship. Between Tuesday 9 and Thursday 11 February, the college is inviting interested parties to join liv Q&A sessions with its Apprenticeship Recruitment team, as detailed below: To sign up for updates on The Sheffield College's National Apprenticeship … Continue reading The Sheffield College #NAW2021 Events include live Q&As with Apprenticeship Recruitment Team →

Find out about ‘The World of Apprenticeships’ with Babington on Weds 10 Feb

To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2021, Babington is hosting an information session on Wednesday 10 February to explain the world of apprenticeships. Jamie Dobson, Candidate Engagement Resourcer at Babington will be discussing: The benefits of apprenticeshipsOur large range of programmes designed to help kick-start careersTips on how to make your CV amazingInterview advice and preparationFree, … Continue reading Find out about ‘The World of Apprenticeships’ with Babington on Weds 10 Feb →

Reach South Sheffield offers employment support, ICT, ESOL & English from home

Reach South Sheffield's employment team is continuing to take referrals during the lockdown, with employment support on offer remotely via phone, email and online video. The provider is also running remote English, ESOL, ICT and yoga courses over the web to help develop new skills and build confidence. Please see the posters below for more … Continue reading Reach South Sheffield offers employment support, ICT, ESOL & English from home →

HEPP South Yorks events for school pupils in National Careers Week (1-5 Mar)

HEPP South Yorkshire has planned a busy calendar of events for National Careers Weeks 2021, which takes place between 1 and 5 March. South Yorkshire's Higher Education Progression Partnership is inviting school pupils in Years 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 to register for the online events. Eventbrite registration will operate for the NCW events, … Continue reading HEPP South Yorks events for school pupils in National Careers Week (1-5 Mar) →

Free Virtual Interview Preparation/ Mock Interview for Adults with Shaw Trust

Written by Shaw Trust Do you have an interview to prepare for using a virtual platform such as Microsoft Teams? We can help you to prepare effectively for a video interview, including: • A trial run to test your equipment, connection and surrounding• How to anticipate interview questions• Techniques to help you structure your answers• … Continue reading Free Virtual Interview Preparation/ Mock Interview for Adults with Shaw Trust →

National Apprenticeship Week 2021 – How To Get Involved!

Written by the National Apprenticeship Service The 14th annual National Apprenticeship Week is fast approaching and will run from 8 to 14 February 2021.For the very first time, it is entirely based in a digital world. From virtual career fairs through to factory tours, the Week has something for everyone. You will hear personal stories from apprentices … Continue reading National Apprenticeship Week 2021 – How To Get Involved! →

Funding boost to get more young people into work

New £1000 cash support for businesses to help with the cost of providing a traineeship. By the Department for Education and HM Treasury Employers can now apply for a £1000 cash boost to help them take on new trainees, Apprenticeships and Skills Minister, Gillian Keegan has announced today (27 January). The new scheme will support young people to gain … Continue reading Funding boost to get more young people into work →

Work Life Discovery Coaching Workshop free with Women to Work on Tues 9 Feb

Written by Women to Work Join coaches Jenny and Emma, from Women to Work as they give you the opportunity to explore what is important to you and what really matters when thinking about your work and life.  This FREE workshop is also an opportunity to connect with other women who may have similar or different experiences to … Continue reading Work Life Discovery Coaching Workshop free with Women to Work on Tues 9 Feb →