Author: Opportunity

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

Places still available on Portland Training’s Care course

Portland Training still has a small number of places left on its upcoming Care course, which offers guaranteed interviews with three local employers. Travel and DBS costs are covered, while Portland will provide refreshments and offer flexible delivery. The course commences on Monday 12th November delivered form the organisation's Sheffield office on Julian Way, Davian House, … Continue reading Places still available on Portland Training’s Care course →

Cheap computers for Sheffield Charities

As a result of its engagement work with the local business community, Voluntary Action Sheffield (VAS) has 230 computers available to distribute to charities within the city. The PCs have been donated by a national business with a Sheffield base. Charities working to address universal credit access issues will be prioritised as the computers are … Continue reading Cheap computers for Sheffield Charities →

E1 Speaking and Listening spaces available through Firvale Community Hub

Firvale Community Hub is running an Assessment and Registration session for its E1 Speaking and Listening course on Monday 5th November 10am-12:30pm. The session will take place at 127 Page Hall Road, Firvale, Sheffield, S4 8GU. There are currently eight spaces available – these will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact details Margaret … Continue reading E1 Speaking and Listening spaces available through Firvale Community Hub →

Establishing Sheffield’s Responsible Business Forum – Weds 28th Nov

Voluntary Action Sheffield (VAS) has been working with leading Sheffield employers John Lewis, ARM, ARUP, Henry Boot, Irwin Mitchell and Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam Universities to develop the Responsible Business Forum in Sheffield. This collaboration aims to more strategically connect and harness the resources of the private and voluntary sectors to be a powerful force … Continue reading Establishing Sheffield’s Responsible Business Forum – Weds 28th Nov →

Yorkshire Sport Foundation / Active Burngreave offer training opportunities

Yorkshire Sport Foundation has TWO training opportunities for anyone working or living in Burngreave. These courses have been funded by Active Burngreave, with the aim of developing a strong local workforce, who are able to deliver activities in the future. 1.  Level 2 Community Sports Leaders Award Develop the skills and confidence to be able … Continue reading Yorkshire Sport Foundation / Active Burngreave offer training opportunities →

IEP, Seetec and Zest to host employability networking event in Sheffield on 22nd November

The Employability Landscape in Sheffield City Region  - Thurs 22nd November - 3-6pm The Institute of Employability Professionals (IEP) is delighted to invite you to join co-hosts Seetec and Zest for an afternoon of learning and networking in Sheffield. IEP’s latest regional networking event - The Employability Landscape in Sheffield City Region - explores some of … Continue reading IEP, Seetec and Zest to host employability networking event in Sheffield on 22nd November →

Get Started With Robotics with The Prince’s Trust in November

You’ve seen the TV Show! Here’s a great opportunity for young people to get involved in the company behind ROBOT WARS LIVE TOUR! Get Started with Robotics in partnership with This programme really has a great effect on young people’s soft skills especially their; communication, confidence, self-esteem, managing their feelings, setting goals for the future and … Continue reading Get Started With Robotics with The Prince’s Trust in November →

Endeavour seeks referrals for Boost programme starting Mon 5th Nov

Endeavour has an upcoming programme working with young people aged 18-25 who have a mild to moderate learning difficulty. The aim of the Boost project is to empower individuals with the skills, confidence and support needed to enhance their future prospects. Boost gets underway on Monday 5th November and will run every Monday (with the … Continue reading Endeavour seeks referrals for Boost programme starting Mon 5th Nov →

ACT to run employability Information Day on Thurs 8 Nov at Firvale Centre

Aspiring Communities Together (ACT) is organising an employability Information Day at ACT Firvale Centre on Thursday 8th November from 9:30am to 12:30pm. The event is designed for people who would like assistance with job-searching, CV-writing, applying for jobs, getting ready for interview and the development of other employability skills. The organisation is seeking referrals from priority … Continue reading ACT to run employability Information Day on Thurs 8 Nov at Firvale Centre →

Learning Curve Group recruiting for Pre-Uniformed Services training

Learning Curve Group recruiting for a Pre-Uniformed Services training course, designed for individuals who want to prepare for the forces assessment process. The NCFE L1 and L2 Diploma in Uniformed Services includes team work and communication, wellbeing and physical fitness, developing self-discipline, map-reading and navigation and  adventurous activities. The course involves a stay at Catterick … Continue reading Learning Curve Group recruiting for Pre-Uniformed Services training →

‘Apprenticeships: Be Inspired’ fair returns on Weds 13 March 2019

Sheffield City Council is inviting employers to attend 'Apprenticeships: Be Inspired 2019' - a unique event which allows organisations to meet school leavers who are potentially interesting in pursuing the apprenticeship career route. The fair – run by Opportunity Sheffield, the Council's employment and skills service – has run since 2014, helping many young people … Continue reading ‘Apprenticeships: Be Inspired’ fair returns on Weds 13 March 2019 →