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Job vacancy: Volunteer Link Worker – Language Support Team (SAVTE)

Would you like to join SAVTE’s team at an exciting time? We have strengthened our community development approach so that our work supports communities as well as individuals. Our provision is unique, our reputation is growing locally and nationally, and we have ambitious plans for further transformation and diversification over the coming year. We are … Continue reading Job vacancy: Volunteer Link Worker – Language Support Team (SAVTE) →

ADHD Awareness month: Big Ambitions’ employment support offer for people struggling to find and sustain work

Written by Big Ambitions Did you know that people with ADHD tend to have more problems keeping jobs? And according to research, 30% of people with ADHD are likely to have chronic unemployment issues. If you have ADHD, we can give you 1-2-1 support in: Searching & applying for jobs or training Writing CV’s and … Continue reading ADHD Awareness month: Big Ambitions’ employment support offer for people struggling to find and sustain work →

Zest seeks volunteers to mentor young people in Sheffield

Community regeneration organisation Zest is seeking volunteers to provide mentoring opportunities for young people. Full training, supervision and expenses included for individuals who can commit to providing 1-2-1 support via Zest's youth club and outdoor activities programme. For more information, email Clare.O'Neill@zestcommunity.co.uk or call 07599 62163.

North Sheffield Ward Pots and Ward Priorities 2022-23

Written by Sheffield City Council Councillors’ ward pots aim to support stronger, successful communities by making grants available to local voluntary, community, and self-help groups and projects. If your organisation can contribute to your local area, you may be eligible for funding. Your project will need to align with one or more of the Ward … Continue reading North Sheffield Ward Pots and Ward Priorities 2022-23 →

Teacake Club Meeting Review: Friday 30 September

Kevin Owers, Contract Manager at Opportunity Sheffield, welcomed guests to the Autumn Teacake Club meeting, staged at Portland House, hosted by Momentum Training, on Friday 30 September. Speakers Liz Seale, Momentum Training - About Momentum Training Liz explained how Momentum started in the engineering sector, moving into training 10-12 years ago. She explained the range … Continue reading Teacake Club Meeting Review: Friday 30 September →

This week: Stakeholder consultation events for South Yorkshire’s Skills Strategy and Implementation Plan with SYMCA & Kada Research

Written by Roger Wilde, Senior Development Manager – Education, Skills and Employability, SYMCA The development of South Yorkshire’s Skills Strategy and Implementation Plan by the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is underway. Developing a skills strategy is an opportunity to secure better life outcomes for all residents across South Yorkshire. Investment in education, skills … Continue reading This week: Stakeholder consultation events for South Yorkshire’s Skills Strategy and Implementation Plan with SYMCA & Kada Research →

Teacake Club Presentation: Interview clothing and personal styling with The Suit Works

At the Teacake Club meeting on Friday 30 September, Faye Mellors from The Suit Works explained how the local charity supports jobseekers by providing clothing for interview. To view the presentation, click here Faye also presented The Suit Works' new promotional video, which you can watch by visiting The Suit Works' website

Invitation to join JCP’s weekly Provider and Jobcentre Network Teams Meeting

Jobcentre Plus hosts a weekly Provider and Jobcentre Network Teams Meeting at 11am each Wednesday morning. This provides the opportunity for JCP to share news of upcoming Jobcentre events and for community partners to showcase their provision and seek referrals. The online forum is open to all - to be added to the mailing list … Continue reading Invitation to join JCP’s weekly Provider and Jobcentre Network Teams Meeting →