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 →

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 →