Apprentice Panel Survey – August 2020

By the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education Executive Summary The apprentice panel survey was designed by the Institute for apprenticeships and technical education (the Institute)'s apprentice panel. It aimed to gain insight into apprentices' views of apprenticeship standards. This publication sets out the key findings from this survey. The methodology for running this survey should … Continue reading Apprentice Panel Survey – August 2020 →

SUFC Community Foundation launches Groundsman Traineeship for 16-24s

Sheffield United Football Club Community Foundation has a NEW Groundsman Traineeship available for 16 to 24-year-olds as part of its Traineeship programme. The foundation describes the role as "a great opportunity to gain real working experience alongside learning and gaining qualifications". Trainees will benefit from 100+ hours' work experience, developing practical skills in areas including: … Continue reading SUFC Community Foundation launches Groundsman Traineeship for 16-24s →

Sector-based Work Academy with The Source in Oct; guaranteed interviews for warehousing jobs

The Source has places available on an upcoming Sector-based Work Academy in October, with participants guaranteed an interview for a warehousing role at XPO Logistics in Chapeltown. The two-week programme will run between Monday 12 and Friday 23 October at The Source Skills Academy next to Meadowhall. Sign-up day is on Thursday 8 October (10am). … Continue reading Sector-based Work Academy with The Source in Oct; guaranteed interviews for warehousing jobs →

Applications open for small businesses to kickstart young people’s employment

By the Federation of Small Businesses FSB as Kickstart national gateway teams up with Adecco Working Ventures to help small firms access government’s Kickstart SchemeFSB urges small employers to consider applying now, to create Kickstart roles from November and tackle looming rise in young people’s unemployment To tackle increasing numbers of young people aged 16-24 … Continue reading Applications open for small businesses to kickstart young people’s employment →

National Apprenticeship Week 2021 date announced

National Apprenticeship Week 2021 aims to shine a light on the amazing work being done by employers and apprentices across the country. National Apprenticeship Week 2021 will take place from 8 to 14 February 2021The annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships will shine a light on the amazing work being done by employers and apprentices across … Continue reading National Apprenticeship Week 2021 date announced →

DWP: Coronavirus Touchbase special – 18 September 2020

Roundup of recent DWP announcements Pension Awareness Week This week DWP supported Pensions Awareness Week to provide advice for people on understanding pensions and planning for retirement. You can direct people to information and advice on planning for retirement at GOV.UK. Updated PIP Assessment Guidance PIP Assessment Guidance (PIPAG) has been updated, from 17 September, … Continue reading DWP: Coronavirus Touchbase special – 18 September 2020 →

South Yorks emergency services and The Prince’s Trust now recruiting for next 16-25s Team course

South Yorks Fire and Rescue, with South Yorks Police and The Prince's Trust are recruiting for the next Sheffield Team based at Parkway. The partners are looking to engage with young people aged 16-25 who would benefit from the "life-changing" 12-week employability programme. The story so far... To date, the partners have delivered 25 programmes … Continue reading South Yorks emergency services and The Prince’s Trust now recruiting for next 16-25s Team course →

SCR Growth Hub: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – upcoming changes explained

The Sheffield City Region Growth Hub has published updated guidance on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, with information on the grants and packages of financial support available to UK employers once furlough payments cease at the end of September. Topics covered Coronavirus Job Retention SchemeWhat is the Job Retention Bonus?Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS)Coronavirus Business … Continue reading SCR Growth Hub: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – upcoming changes explained →

Make a difference – become a jobcentre Work Coach (82 vacancies in South Yorks)

By the Department for Work and Pensions Work Coach roles – new vacancies are live! DWP and local jobcentres have launched a nationwide Work Coach recruitment drive with roles available in different cities and regions across the country. Over the next four weeks you’ll see vacancies go live in different locations, so if you’re passionate … Continue reading Make a difference – become a jobcentre Work Coach (82 vacancies in South Yorks) →

The Wildlife Trust seeks conservation trainees for Working for Nature project

By The Wildlife Trust The Wildlife Trust has just started recruiting for new trainees for the Working for Nature project. The traineeship is specifically aimed at people who would otherwise struggle to get employment in conservation and groups who are underrepresented in conservation. The actual traineeship will not start until January, but as we are wanting the John Muir … Continue reading The Wildlife Trust seeks conservation trainees for Working for Nature project →

The Source to stage Careers Event for IAG on Sat 3 October

The Source is to run a Careers Event on Saturday 3 October, where tutors and advisors will be on-hand to offer information, advice and guidance about apprenticeships, adult education and more. The event will take place between 10am and 2pm at 300 The Source Skills Academy, Meadowhall Way, Sheffield, S9 1EA. Further information Email community@thesourceacademy.co.uk … Continue reading The Source to stage Careers Event for IAG on Sat 3 October →

Helping in Schools L2 course online with MaTReC from Thurs 1 Oct

MaTReC has places available on a Helping in Schools Course NCFE/CACHE Level 2 for 14 weeks from Thursday 1 October. The online course - which is free to anyone receiving a means-tested benefit - will be delivered using the Zoom web conferencing app. An initial assessment day has been scheduled for Thursday 24 September, again … Continue reading Helping in Schools L2 course online with MaTReC from Thurs 1 Oct →