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IT support course taster days with Prince’s Trust (7 & 8 Sept)

The Prince's Trust is holding taster sessions over Microsoft Teams for a funded IT support course on 7 and 8 September. About the course The course is delivered through a combination of self-study and live online support and will result in a Google IT Support certificate. Eligibility criteria: 18-30s IT support skills taught: Computer assembly … Continue reading IT support course taster days with Prince’s Trust (7 & 8 Sept)

Results day apprenticeship info sessions with Opportunity Sheffield (10 & 12 Aug)

Opportunity Sheffield is hosting virtual information sessions on Tuesday 10 August for A Level results and Thursday 12 August for GCSE results at 4pm. Guidance and advice will be offered to those interested in pursuing a post-16 or post-18 apprenticeship. Links to join the Microsoft Teams meetings The sessions are free to attend and do … Continue reading Results day apprenticeship info sessions with Opportunity Sheffield (10 & 12 Aug)

1000 Employability Practitioners awarded IEP Accredited Sector Induction Certificate

Written by IEP IEP are delighted to announce that we have now distributed 1000 certificates and digital badges to practitioners all across the UK.This accredited programme, developed in partnership with sector leaders Seetec Pluss and 2Simply Learn has received a fantastic response from employers who have been keen to sign up new staff members enabling … Continue reading 1000 Employability Practitioners awarded IEP Accredited Sector Induction Certificate

Learning Curve Group courses for Aug & Sept enrolment

Learning Curve Group is offering courses for young people aged 16-25 who are interested in a career in the sports & fitness industry, Armed Forces, police or fire services. There are limited spaces left for August and September 2021 enrolment. All courses are funded and classed as full-time education with bursaries available for 16-18s. Learners … Continue reading Learning Curve Group courses for Aug & Sept enrolment

HGV information session on Weds 18 Aug with Clarion Futures

More tickets have now been added to the 2nd HGV information session on Wednesday 18 August at 11am. Clarion Futures and System Group are delighted to be able to offer an opportunity for those wanting to enter the HGV driving industry. Individuals can gain their Class C (with an option of C+E) licence with further … Continue reading HGV information session on Weds 18 Aug with Clarion Futures

August Edition: Sharrow Community Forum’s newsletter

To view this month's Sharrow Community Forum newsletter, click here In this month's editition: Made in Sharrow Woodwork Taster Sessions on offer in AugustThe Community Chest GrantHighfield Adventure Playground's Summer of Play ScheduleGrow Theatres Family Events CalendarThe Family Picnic at Sheffield General CemeteryCreative Workshops with Sheffield MuseumsInfo on the South Yorkshire Police Recruitment day

Guidance: Universal Credit entitlement for people in employment

Reposted from the Department for Work & Pensions Universal Credit makes it easier to take up job opportunities, so you can say yes when you’re offered a new role. Top up your wages Universal Credit is different to the old system because you could continue to get Universal Credit even when you start work. Your … Continue reading Guidance: Universal Credit entitlement for people in employment

Upskilling and retraining. How do we motivate workers in a constantly changing labour market? (L&WI)

Reposted from the Learning & Work Institute A new report from Learning and Work Institute and Nesta highlights what we’ve learned about supporting adults who are most vulnerable to workforce change, to upskill and retrain online. To state that the labour market is in a state of flux would be an understatement. On top of … Continue reading Upskilling and retraining. How do we motivate workers in a constantly changing labour market? (L&WI)

Free Online Certified Courses available now with We Find Any Learner

We Find Any Learner is offering a range of free online courses which can be completed at the candidate’s own pace. The courses on offer are government-funded, which means they are available at no cost. We Find Any Learner says engaging in these courses will help with developing knowledge and skills, from home within approximately … Continue reading Free Online Certified Courses available now with We Find Any Learner

Major devolution milestone as local skills support for South Yorks’ learners & business agreed

Reposted from Sheffield City Region Plans to help people and businesses in South Yorkshire secure the skills they need, have taken a major step forward today. In a landmark for South Yorkshire’s devolution journey, the Mayoral Combined Authority has announced the providers who will be delivering adult skills provision across South Yorkshire. The announcement comes ahead … Continue reading Major devolution milestone as local skills support for South Yorks’ learners & business agreed