Author: Opportunity

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

Inova to run free Chat, Connect and Reflect online training for 18-35 NEETs in October

Inova Consultancy has places available on an upcoming online training programme for NEETs between the ages of 18-35. The Chat, Connect and Reflect sessions - to be delivered remotely via Zoom - will help those who attend plan next steps in terms of skills development and employment. DATES: Thursday 8, 15 and 22 October 2020 TIME: 10am - 1pm VENUE: Online, … Continue reading Inova to run free Chat, Connect and Reflect online training for 18-35 NEETs in October →

Endeavour seeks youth referrals to Back on Track and Outdoor Activity programmes

Endeavour is seeking referrals to its programmes geared at NEET individuals and those at risk of exclusion. The Sheffield youth charity's suite of activity includes its Back on Track intervention for individuals who are struggling to engage with education or employment. Endeavour also offers outdoor educational activity for young people between the ages of 4 … Continue reading Endeavour seeks youth referrals to Back on Track and Outdoor Activity programmes →

Virtual Volunteering Fair on Oct 5 with Volunteer Centre Sheffield

Written by Volunteer Centre Sheffield Volunteering is a fantastic way to share your skills and learn new things, gain relevant experience for work or study, or pursue hobbies and interests. It's also a great way to make a difference within the community! Our Virtual Volunteering Fair will feature stalls from 18 charities, all currently looking … Continue reading Virtual Volunteering Fair on Oct 5 with Volunteer Centre Sheffield →

Portland Training seeks referrals for Fork Lift Course in Sheffield

Portland Training is continuing to deliver its Fork Lift training courses during the coronavirus pandemic - interested parties can self-refer via the provider's website. This is a funded course for people who are aged 19+ and in receipt of Jobcentre Plus benefits. To register for Fork Lift Training in Sheffield, click here to visit Portland's … Continue reading Portland Training seeks referrals for Fork Lift Course in Sheffield →

National Careers Service to deliver Virtual Workshops in October

The National Careers Service is delivering a range of Virtual Workshops throughout October. Overview of workshop content: Job search and using social media as a job searching toolWhat they think their options are  Transferable skills activityRecognition of the value of Work Experience and Volunteering to enhance skillsApplications and virtual interviewsWe also share the Kickstart link … Continue reading National Careers Service to deliver Virtual Workshops in October →

DWP: Coronavirus Touchbase special – 25 September 2020

Roundup of recent DWP announcements Kickstart Scheme gateways list If your organisation or one of your members would like to take part in the Kickstart Scheme but have fewer than 30 placements to offer, DWP has published further advice together with a list of organisations across England, Scotland and Wales that have expressed interest in … Continue reading DWP: Coronavirus Touchbase special – 25 September 2020 →

Places available on A Mind Apart’s Moving Forward performing arts course for 16-25s

Written by A Mind Apart Theatre Company Moving Forward is our 16+ course for young people who are not already in education or employment. If you, or someone you know, are 16 – 25 and are not currently in education or employment, our Moving Forward programme can help. The programme is suitable for students from … Continue reading Places available on A Mind Apart’s Moving Forward performing arts course for 16-25s →

BFI Film Academy 2020 – Application Deadline Friday 23rd October

Written by Showroom Workstation Sheffield Aged 16-19 and looking to start a career in film? Sign up to the BFI Film Academy now and become a part of the future of the film industry. 'It's made me realise that I can work in film' BFI Film Academy Student 2019 We are excited to announce that … Continue reading BFI Film Academy 2020 – Application Deadline Friday 23rd October →

Employer guidance for applying for Kickstart Scheme – Sheffield

KICKSTART SCHEME VIA SHEFFIELD PARTNERSHIP FOR JOBS AND SKILLS Why apply through this Consortium? “The Sheffield Partnership for Jobs and Skills” has been brought together to provide support to Businesses in Sheffield in a “joined up” effort to aid COVID-19 business recovery in regard local Employment and Skills. It is made up of: Sheffield Chamber … Continue reading Employer guidance for applying for Kickstart Scheme – Sheffield →

Business organisations in Sheffield join forces with Council to help small businesses, social enterprises and charities access £2bn job creation fund

Written by Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Sheffield Chamber of Commerce, Sheffield Digital and the Sheffield Social Enterprise Network have joined up with Sheffield City Council, Sheffield Hallam University and other partners across the city to help smaller businesses, social enterprises and organisations get young people into work. The government has recently announced the £2bn Kickstart … Continue reading Business organisations in Sheffield join forces with Council to help small businesses, social enterprises and charities access £2bn job creation fund →

Learning Curve Group: Funded training – over 50 Level 2 Online Courses

Learning Curve Group has funding available to deliver free, online courses across England. These are available to you, your family, and friends, whether furloughed, volunteering, unemployed or employed. Sectors include Mental HeathHealth and Social CareBusiness and ManagementRetailWarehousingDigital SkillsCustomer Service Course info Level 2, nationally recognised qualificationTutor SupportCompleted in 3 - 6 weeksFully fundedAccredited Eligibility To … Continue reading Learning Curve Group: Funded training – over 50 Level 2 Online Courses →