Sheffield Apprenticeships – local branding, open data and simple tools

Written by Sheaf Digital Sheffield Apprenticeships is an online service for young people (and parents) who are looking for apprenticeship vacancies in Sheffield. It’s a free service developed and hosted by local software development consultancy Sheaf Digital. There are three parts to the service - an app for iOS and Android, a Twitter account and … Continue reading Sheffield Apprenticeships – local branding, open data and simple tools →

DWP: Touchbase – 13 November 2020

Roundup of recent DWP announcements New winter package to provide further support for children and families A package to help support vulnerable families this winter and beyond was announced this week. This includes: The £170m Covid Winter Grant Scheme will support children and families with food and other essentials this winter. Councils in England will … Continue reading DWP: Touchbase – 13 November 2020 →

ESFA to stage Traineeships webinar on 23 Nov – register online

The Education and Skills Funding Agency is staging a webinar on traineeships, aimed at increasing knowledge and understanding among teachers and careers advisors. The online session will take place on Monday 23 November at 3:45pm - you can click here to register. Items on the agenda include: Government investmentProgramme reformsHow traineeships help young people into … Continue reading ESFA to stage Traineeships webinar on 23 Nov – register online →

Job vacancy: NVQ Assessor (Portland Training)

Salary: Competitive, and negotiable for the right applicant Location - Nationwide Portland Training are looking to engage, on a freelance basis, with a fully Accredited NVQ Assessor, who has current experience in assessing Passive Fire Protection and with recent and extensive occupational experience in the field. The role would suit a freelance assessor who wishes to widen … Continue reading Job vacancy: NVQ Assessor (Portland Training) →

10-day Digital Skills into Construction course (with CSCS) starts on 30 Nov at Sheffield Skills Academy

Sheffield Skills Academy is offering a Digital Skills into Construction course, with CSCS training and a funded test / card. The ten-day course is designed to equip people aiming for a career in construction for the digital requirements of today's profession, including the ability to pass the CSCS Test. Induction will take place on Tuesday … Continue reading 10-day Digital Skills into Construction course (with CSCS) starts on 30 Nov at Sheffield Skills Academy →

Learning Disability Work Week 2020 with Mencap

Written by Mencap Let's #ThinkDifferently Whether you are a person with a learning disability, an employer or someone who provides training or support, there are plenty of ways to get involved with Learning Disability Work Week 2020 from 9 to 15 November. The coronavirus pandemic is making employers think differently about the way that they work. But, reasonable adjustments are … Continue reading Learning Disability Work Week 2020 with Mencap →

Funding for Traineeships & Apprenticeships – OppShef factsheet

Opportunity Sheffield has published a new fact sheet for employers, highlighting the funding options available when recruiting a trainee and apprentice. Feel free to share this with employers you are working with or refer them to Opportunity Sheffield at apprenticeshipready@sheffield.gov.uk for further information.

Register for next Lifelong Learning next Digital Surgery on 17 Nov

Lifelong Learning's next Digital Surgery will take place with Family Learning tutor Joanne Brady on Tuesday 17 November at 1pm. This is an information and advice session to help with computer-related difficulties individuals may be having. Register for the Digital Surgery If anyone wishes to attend the surgery they can book in by emailing digitalsupport@lifelonglearningandskills.org … Continue reading Register for next Lifelong Learning next Digital Surgery on 17 Nov →

Working Win referrals open for people with health conditions seeking support to stay in work

Written by Working Win We are pleased to announce Working Win is again open for referrals and able to provide support for employed and /or self employed people with a health condition. Our free service supports people who are struggling in work. We'll work with you to build on your strengths, and to feel settled … Continue reading Working Win referrals open for people with health conditions seeking support to stay in work →

Firvale Community Hub peer support group with mental health champions

Firvale Community Hub is running a weekly support group for people affected by stress, anxiety, depression and other mild to moderate mental health issues. Mental health champions will provide support face-to-face and online. See below for further details. Contact details For more information, contact Firvale Community Hub on 0114 2619 130.

PeoplePlus Academy: Remaining courses in 2020

Please see below for PeoplePlus' remaining courses for 2020; Courses SIA Security Badge Course – 25 November – 18 December (Guaranteed interviews for 3 security firms) SIA badge funded (Door Supervisor) L1 Employability with FLT and CSCS Card add on – 2 December – 15 December CSCS/Green Card or FLT licenses (counter-balance/reach, either 5 day novice or 1 day refresher) For SIA, CSCS … Continue reading PeoplePlus Academy: Remaining courses in 2020 →

Vodafone offers unlimited voice and data plan to job seekers for £10 a month

New tariff on Vodafone’s VOXI brand will give unlimited 5G data, calls and texts for just £10 a month to anyone who has lost their job as a result of the pandemic. The plan would usually cost £35 a month.Vodafone has also extended its free upgrade to unlimited data for NHS workers until 31 January … Continue reading Vodafone offers unlimited voice and data plan to job seekers for £10 a month →