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Assist Sheffield: Open invitation to Winter Solstice celebration

Assist Sheffield is inviting guests to its Winter Solstice celebration, which takes place from 7:00pm on Friday 21st December at Dina. Everyone is welcome - people from any religion or none. There will be live music from bands, party games and free food - with vegan, vegetarian and halal options available. The event will take place … Continue reading Assist Sheffield: Open invitation to Winter Solstice celebration →

Level 2 Understanding Autism course – funded places available with Learning Curve

Learning Curve Group has fully funded places available on a Level 2 Understanding Autism course. The qualification develops knowledge and awareness of autism, a spectrum condition that affects how a person communicates with others and how they interpret the world around them. What does the course cover? The course covers: Introduction to Autism Using a … Continue reading Level 2 Understanding Autism course – funded places available with Learning Curve →

Statistics: Sheffield Claimant Count for November 2018

The Sheffield claimant count reduced by 280 during November, latest figures from the Office for National Statistics have revealed. The total number of people claiming out-of-work benefits for the principle reason of being unemployed stood at 7,985, down from 8,265 in October 2018 - a 4.8% reduction. NOMIS data indicates there were 11.0% fewer individuals … Continue reading Statistics: Sheffield Claimant Count for November 2018 →

ACT to run Prepare to Work with Young Children course in Jan and Feb

Aspiring Communities Together (ACT) is running a free course for people who are interested in working with young children. The Prepare to Work with Young Children course, which will be followed by a Level 1 Childcare course, will take place between Wednesday 9th January and 14th February 2019 at Vestry Hall, 2 Burngreave Road, Sheffield, … Continue reading ACT to run Prepare to Work with Young Children course in Jan and Feb →

MaTReC to run Helping in Schools course from January

Manor Training & Resource Centre (MaTReC) is now taking bookings for its next course in January. The 'Helping in Schools'  course begins on Wednesday 16th January and will run for 14 weeks. The course covers safeguarding, health and safety, child development, schools/colleges as organisations, equality & diversity, and communication. Candidates aged 19 and over are … Continue reading MaTReC to run Helping in Schools course from January →

Book tickets: Big Ambitions and Mencap festive networking event on Thurs 13 Dec

Big Ambitions and Mencap are hosting a joint festive networking event on Thursday 13th December between 12pm and 2pm. The purpose of the event is to invite professionals and providers to come down to the office and meet our staff to find out more about what we do, promote partnership working and generate new referrals. … Continue reading Book tickets: Big Ambitions and Mencap festive networking event on Thurs 13 Dec →

Teacake Club Fri 30th November: Review

The meeting opened with an introduction from organiser Phil Johnson of Opportunity Sheffield, who welcomed attendees to Edisons Coffee, the venue selected by host organisation Wise Ability. First to the stand was Joe Gabbert of Sheffield Foyer, who explained how the charity is transforming opportunities for young people experiencing homelessness. He noted that Sheffield Foyer … Continue reading Teacake Club Fri 30th November: Review →

Sector-based Work Academy with Plusnet with guaranteed interviews  

Participants are being sought for a 10-day programme at The Source with a guaranteed initial interview with Plusnet. Apprenticeships and other vacancies (no outbound sales) are available with the Sheffield-based telecoms provider. Jobs start on Monday 21st January 2019 (and February onwards), with full training given and incentives available. What to expect Qualification in Workskills … Continue reading Sector-based Work Academy with Plusnet with guaranteed interviews   →

Motion to host first-ever free community session on Weds 5 Dec

Motion, a student-led social enterprise that runs low-impact exercise sessions for older people and the visually-impaired, is to run its first-ever free community session on Wednesday 5th December. Interested parties are invited to attend the session at Broomhall Community Centre at 1:30pm. Contact Us To book your place, please contact Motion directly: Email:   operationsdirector@wearemotion.org.uk    … Continue reading Motion to host first-ever free community session on Weds 5 Dec →

Job vacancies (VAS): Sheffield Project for Refugee Integration & Growth (SPRING)

Voluntary Action Sheffield (VAS) is advertising three job vacancies for the Sheffield Project for Refugee Integration & Growth (SPRING). The available roles are as follows: 1.  SPRING Project Co-ordinator, 21 hours per week, £26,434, (pr rata) + 6% pension Application deadline:  Monday 10th December 9 am Interview date Friday 14th December 2.  SPRING Project administrator, 35 … Continue reading Job vacancies (VAS): Sheffield Project for Refugee Integration & Growth (SPRING) →

Teacake Club Meeting Agenda – Friday 30th November

The agenda for this Q4's Teacake Club Meeting, hosted by Wise Ability at Edison's Coffee, is as follows: There are still spaces available to attend the meeting - if you'd like to reserve your space please email opportunity@sheffield.gov.uk We are looking forward to seeing you this Friday from 9:30am Contact us Opportunity Sheffield Email:  opportunity@sheffield.gov.uk  … Continue reading Teacake Club Meeting Agenda – Friday 30th November →

The Source recruiting for 12-week traineeship to boost employability

The Source is recruiting for a 12-week pre-apprenticeship / employability programme for young unemployed people 16-18. The traineeship runs on a rolling programme - referrals can join at any time. The course involves: A work placement in your sector of choice Training in employability, sector-specific training, customer service and interview techniques Functional Skills - an … Continue reading The Source recruiting for 12-week traineeship to boost employability →