Kickstart Scheme launches to fund work placements for 16-24yos

By the Department for Work and Pensions As part of the government’s Plan for Jobs, a new £2 billion Kickstart Scheme will create hundreds of thousands of new, fully subsidised jobs for young people across the country. The 6 month placements are open to those aged 16-24 who are claiming Universal Credit and at risk of … Continue reading Kickstart Scheme launches to fund work placements for 16-24yos →

Volunteer Centre Sheffield – September Bulletin

Volunteer Centre Sheffield has published its September bulletin, including information on many of the opportunities for volunteering in the city this autumn. To view the bulletin, click here

Number of people using Sheffield Council’s employability service has doubled since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic

Written by By Molly Williams, Local Democracy Reporter, Sheffield Star The local authority runs employment programmes which help create job opportunities in the city for unemployed adults and equips job-seekers with skills. It said the service had seen a “huge swell” in interest and referrals since March with the number of participants being near double that of pre-Covid … Continue reading Number of people using Sheffield Council’s employability service has doubled since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic →

DWP: Coronavirus Touchbase special – 1 September 2020

Roundup of recent DWP announcements Taking action on climate risk: improving governance and reporting by occupational pension schemes This week the consultation ‘Taking action on climate risk: improving governance and reporting by occupational pension schemes’ was launched. The proposals in this consultation will ensure trustees are legally required to assess and report on the financial … Continue reading DWP: Coronavirus Touchbase special – 1 September 2020 →

Reach fundraiser for employment support team

Reach South Sheffield has launched a fundraising page with Avivia, with donations going towards supporting the organisation's employment team. Donations big and small are being invited to enable Reach to continue helping people gain new skills and get back into employment. Link to fundraising page http://www.avivacommunityfund.co.uk/reach-employment-and-community-learning

State of Sheffield 2020 Report launched by Lord Blunkett

The State of Sheffield 2020 report was released today (Friday 28 August) at an event opened by Lord Blunkett, Chair of the Sheffield City Partnership. This year’s report focuses largely on the impact of the Covid 19 pandemic on the city, it’s communities, health, society and economy. It highlights the pandemic’s exacerbation of existing inequalities, … Continue reading State of Sheffield 2020 Report launched by Lord Blunkett →

The Prince’s Trust ‘Get Started in Health & Social Care’ course with interviews for jobs

The Prince's Trust is seeking referrals for a virtual Get Started in Health and Social Care programme, which will run between 15 and 18 September. The course is open to 18-30-year-olds who are not in employment, education or training. Participants who complete the course will be interviewed for a job with a local employer on the … Continue reading The Prince’s Trust ‘Get Started in Health & Social Care’ course with interviews for jobs →

SCR funding to boost careers education in South Yorkshire

Written by The Sheffield City Region The Sheffield City Region has secured more than £130,000 of funding to further boost careers education, helping to tackle youth unemployment and supporting businesses to build back better from the challenge of Coronavirus. A new Careers Hub will be launched in Sheffield, allowing up to 55 new local schools … Continue reading SCR funding to boost careers education in South Yorkshire →

CSCS training available over Zoom with Clarion

Clarion Futures is offering the qualifications necessary for individuals to gain their Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card. This is necessary for all those wishing to work on-site in the construction industry. The qualifications are detailed below: Level 1 Award in Health and Safety in the Construction Environment (Delivered virtually by QNUK)CITB Health, Safety and … Continue reading CSCS training available over Zoom with Clarion →

Business Sheffield FREE workshops, training and networking events

Written by Business Sheffield Business Sheffield is currently making support available via a series of online workshops, webinars and virtual one-to-one sessions to help keep supporting the development of businesses in Sheffield.Using video meeting platform Zoom, sessions are hosted by experienced business advisors and/or industry experts. Drop-In Sessions are normally one-to-one with attendees allocated a … Continue reading Business Sheffield FREE workshops, training and networking events →

Survey on Collaboration by Employability Practitioners

Written by The Institute of Employability Practitioners As some of you may be aware the IEP is conducting a piece of independent research into Collaboration within the Employability sector. Survey Results will be analysed and compiled into case studies and examples of best practice, which will then also be compared with collaborative practices in other … Continue reading Survey on Collaboration by Employability Practitioners →

Clarion Futures security guarding course 5-8 October

Clarion Futures are offering another 4 -day Online Security Guarding course including the purchase of your Security Guarding badge. Please see details below and attached flyer for how to register. Course Dates: Monday 5 October – Thursday 8 October 2020 Hotline close date: Friday 25 September (please register interest by this date) Times: 9:30am – 5pm Requirements: Laptop or PC with forward … Continue reading Clarion Futures security guarding course 5-8 October →