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Job vacancy: Premier League Inspires Co-ordinator (SUFC Community Foundation)

Responsible To: Employability Officer Salary: 20-22K Closing Date: Friday 12th August 2022 Start Date: Thursday 1st September 2022 Please see a full job description here. Apply: To apply please complete the application form here and send to joe.williamson@sufc-community.co.uk. About the Role: Sheffield United Community Foundation are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and well-qualified Premier League Inspires Coordinator to deliver … Continue reading Job vacancy: Premier League Inspires Co-ordinator (SUFC Community Foundation)

The Community Connector Summer Newsletter: Darnall, Tinsley, Attercliffe & Handsworth

The Summer 2022 edition of The Community Connector is out, providing news and updates for people living in the Darnall, Tinsley, Attercliffe and Handsworth areas. This jam-packed newsletter includes features on: Community Youth Services activity in DarnallHigh Hazels ParkEmployment support optionsTinsley Community AllotmentThe East Local Area CommitteePakistan Muslim Centre activitiesDarnall FA Darnall Tenants and Residents … Continue reading The Community Connector Summer Newsletter: Darnall, Tinsley, Attercliffe & Handsworth

Jobseekers invited to SCC & JCP Hospitality Recruitment Event on Thurs 11 Aug at The Quays

A hospitality sector careers fair will take place on Thursday 11 August at Best Western Plus The Quays Hotel Sheffield. Jobseekers are invited to attend the event, which is being organised by Sheffield City Council in partnership with Jobcentre Plus, to meet employers and apply for vacancies. There will be job opportunities for hotel workers, … Continue reading Jobseekers invited to SCC & JCP Hospitality Recruitment Event on Thurs 11 Aug at The Quays

Work Experience & Futureproof: how Opp Shef helps prepare young people for the world of work

As the school year draws to a close, the Opportunity Sheffield team has been reflecting on the positive impact of our Work Experience support programme in 2021-22. After missing out on so many face to face opportunities throughout the height of Covid, we have been able to support schools across Sheffield to send 940 students … Continue reading Work Experience & Futureproof: how Opp Shef helps prepare young people for the world of work

Not addressing labour shortages could cost UK economy £30 billion every year, says REC

Press release from the Recruitment & Employment Confederation Inaction could lose the UK almost the equivalent of the entire defence budget – or two Elizabeth Lines – annually Labour and skills shortages risk significant damage to the UK economy, reducing our productivity and ability to invest, grow and raise wages sustainably, according to new research. … Continue reading Not addressing labour shortages could cost UK economy £30 billion every year, says REC

Soaring mental health conditions locking unemployed young people out of the job market, warns new report

Press release from Learning and Work Institute and The Prince’s Trust New research from Learning and Work Institute and The Prince’s Trust, supported by HSBC UK, reveals the barriers facing unemployed, and rising numbers of economically inactive, young people across the UKReport highlights opportunity for almost half a million young people without a job to … Continue reading Soaring mental health conditions locking unemployed young people out of the job market, warns new report

BITC seeks referral partners for ClickSilver Connections digital divide initiative

Business in the Community (BITC) are seeking provider referrals for an initiative that matches vulnerable and older people with volunteer mentors to bridge the digital divide. What is the programme? ClickSilver Connections is an intergenerational programme which helps to bridge the digital divide between young and old through the sharing of skills and knowledge. BITC … Continue reading BITC seeks referral partners for ClickSilver Connections digital divide initiative

Report: The participation gap: The UK’s labour market through the pandemic in international context (L&WI)

The participation gap: The UK’s labour market through the pandemic in international contextReport by: Learning and Work Institute (L&WI)Author: Stephen EvansDate: 11 July 2022 After an initially successful labour market response, the UK has seen the largest employment rate drop in the G7 since the pandemic started. This is despite a recruitment crunch for many employers and is … Continue reading Report: The participation gap: The UK’s labour market through the pandemic in international context (L&WI)

Job Vacancy: Strategic Coordinator for the Mental Health Partnership Network (Sheffield Mind)

The purpose of the Strategic Coordinator is to build and maintain strong links between the MHPN and strategic partners, to build a stronger mental voluntary sector and to represent the members. The role includes maximising funding opportunities for the sector, influencing decisions, communicating information and supporting the flow of money and resources to the voluntary … Continue reading Job Vacancy: Strategic Coordinator for the Mental Health Partnership Network (Sheffield Mind)

Job vacancy: Pathways to Employment Adviser (Yes2Ventures)

Pathways to Employment Adviser Background: Yes2Ventures is a well-established, Sheffield based charity that helps people who are disadvantaged in the labour market to lead more fulfilled lives. It has an employment arm with an excellent track record of working creatively with job seekers and employers to get results; it runs a travel support service that … Continue reading Job vacancy: Pathways to Employment Adviser (Yes2Ventures)