Adults to gain new skills on 400 free courses

From the Department for Education and Gillian Keegan MP Tens of thousands of adults to benefit from hundreds of free courses next year, including engineering, health, construction and accountancy. Tens of thousands of adults will be able to benefit from almost 400 free courses next year, in the first major development in the Lifetime Skills Guarantee announced by the Prime … Continue reading Adults to gain new skills on 400 free courses →

Course times for The Unit & The Social programmes at Yes2Ventures

Yes2Ventures has published a new leaflet promoting its The Unit and The Social behavioural change programmes, which are now underway. Both The Unit (a pre-entry woodwork course) and The Social (a catering and social supermarket-based intervention course) are open for referrals. Participants on The Social need to be working with an ESF keyworker; The Unit … Continue reading Course times for The Unit & The Social programmes at Yes2Ventures →

Seasons Greetings (and a feedback form!) from Lifelong Learning

Sheffield City Council's Lifelong Learning team is seeking feedback on its InspireSY project, which is designed to create an online hub for information relating to youth employment across the city. The service would like to know your thoughts about its padlet, Opportunity hour and more. The feedback form can be accessed at the link below … Continue reading Seasons Greetings (and a feedback form!) from Lifelong Learning →

Zest still seeking employment support referrals during December closure

Zest is continuing to seek employment support referrals during December, with its Pathways to Success keyworkers able to operate remotely (Zest Centre remains closed until January). The Upperthorpe-based employability providers is working with a range of unemployed and economically inactive people, both from the local area and further afield, with a view to supporting progressions … Continue reading Zest still seeking employment support referrals during December closure →

PET-Xi 16-24 remote Traineeship: January starts enrolling now

Are you aged 16-24 and looking for Work, Apprenticeship, or further Training? Introducing PET-Xi Live! PET-Xi Live is a Virtual Learning Environment that gives you access to qualified tutors in the comfort and safety of home. The platform is fully interactive so you can see and speak to your tutor throughout.(although this is optional, private … Continue reading PET-Xi 16-24 remote Traineeship: January starts enrolling now →

DWP: Touchbase – 4 December 2020

Roundup of recent DWP announcements Updated guidance on workplace inclusion and coronavirus A revised version of the Disability Confident / CIPD guide for line managers on disability employment has been published. The guide has been updated to reflect the changes in the world of work since the coronavirus outbreak. Disabled people have undoubtedly faced difficulties … Continue reading DWP: Touchbase – 4 December 2020 →

‘Build the Future’ announced as theme for National Apprenticeship Week 2021

Written by the Education and Skills Funding Agency Theme of ‘Build the Future’ announced for NAW2021Focus on how employers train, retain and achieve with apprenticeshipsToolkit available online to assist the apprenticeship community in getting involved “Build the Future” is the theme for NAW2021, taking place between 8 and 14 February 2021, aiming to encourage everyone … Continue reading ‘Build the Future’ announced as theme for National Apprenticeship Week 2021 →

The Prince’s Trust seeks next Team programme members with The Sheffield College

The Prince's Trust is now recruiting for its next TEAM programme in Sheffield. The programme gives 16-25 year-olds the opportunity to gain vital experience of the workplace and other employability skills. Referrals and registrations are being accepted via The Sheffield College - see the poster below for further information.

Agenda for Opportunity Sheffield Celebration Event

Wednesday 9 December 2020 (10am-2pm) On Wednesday 9 December, Opportunity Sheffield - the employment and skills service within Sheffield City Council - is hosting a citywide welfare-to-work recognition event. Anyone with an interest in employment support in Sheffield is invited to attend the event, which will feature guest speakers, breakout room discussions, reflections on 2020, … Continue reading Agenda for Opportunity Sheffield Celebration Event →

Depaul South Yorkshire Christmas Appeal

Written by Sarah Gregory, Assistant Director, Depaul South Yorkshire Here at Depaul we’ve been talking about Christmas and how we can mark the occasion in a way that works within the current Government guidance. Normally we’d be cooking a Christmas meal and inviting all of our clients to come together to enjoy some food, company … Continue reading Depaul South Yorkshire Christmas Appeal →

Updated contact details for Citizens Advice Sheffield

Citizens Advice Sheffield has a new poster with up-to-date contact information for its various teams. The advocacy services - which exists to provide a free, independent and confidential service for people who need support is contactable by telephone, text and email.

HeppFEST sessions for Young Carers/Care Experienced Students, Disabled Students, Parents/Carers and Mature Students

As part of HeppFEST – the upcoming FREE online higher education festival - Sheffield's Higher Education Progression Partnerships (HEPP) is organising a number of sessions relevant to Young Carers/Care Experienced Students, Disabled Students, Parents/Carers and Mature Students. Details on these sessions can be found below: STUDENTS Title: Helping Disabled Students navigate their way into higher education … Continue reading HeppFEST sessions for Young Carers/Care Experienced Students, Disabled Students, Parents/Carers and Mature Students →