Opportunities Opportunities for for you you A guide to employment, employment, learning, training and personal development development opportunities for 1616-19 year olds in Brighton & Hove. Issue 28 - October 2013 Hove. Are you 16-19, not in employment, education or training and living in Brighton & Hove? The Youth Employability Service is here to help!
New in this issue… Prince’s Trust Sports Course Working It Out interviewing now Adventure Unlimited course Apprenticeship Gateway!
YES advisers offer free support with everything you need to find the right apprenticeship, college course, training opportunity or job. Come along to a drop-in in your area to sign up to receive regular one to one support from one of our advisers or give us a call on: (01273) 294247
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Wednesday 3pm - 5pm
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YOUTH ADVICE CENTRE 65 Blatchington Road, Hove BN3 3YJ
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NEWS from the Youth Employability Service….. Don’t forget to follow Bobbi’s journey through her apprenticeship by checking out her blog and vlog posts here:
http://yesbrightonhove.tumblr.com/
Sign up to the Apprenticeship Gateway by visiting the following link: http://yesbrightonhove.tumbr.com/tagged/apprenticeshipgateway
Come and join the Youth Employability Panel… We need you! Your opinions matter and we need to hear them to help us make the YES service even better. The Youth Employability Panel (aged 16-19) meet once a month. As part of the panel you get free travel, food and a £10 voucher for coming! Please contact us if you’d like to find out more! Opportunities for You! - Issue 28 - October 2013
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Here are some frequently asked questions about apprenticeships:
What is an Apprenticeship? Apprenticeships are a brilliant way of gaining qualifications and work-place experience. As an employee you can earn as you learn and gain practical skills from the work place that will really help you in your future career. What are the entry requirements for an Apprenticeship? Different apprenticeships have different entry requirements, however the most important requirements are: - You must be living in England. - You must not be in full time education. - You must be aged 16+. - If you don’t have good grades in GCSE English and maths you will need to take a literacy and numeracy test. Do I get paid during an Apprenticeship: Yes, you do. The National Minimum Wage for apprentices is now £2.69 per hour (from 1st October this year). Although, as skills develop, many employers tend to increase wages, research has shown that apprentices earn an average of £170 net pay per week. If you would like more information about the range of jobs available through apprenticeships, look at the websites below or contact the Youth Employability Service: You can register, search & apply for apprenticeships through the
National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) www.apprenticeships.org.uk • • • • • •
A few examples of recently advertised vacancies include: Video Production Apprentice with AudioActive Apprentice Developer with a web design company in Brighton Pet Groomer/Bather apprentice… Apprentice Barber Professional Latte Art Barista Several catering, business admin, care vacancies and more!
APPRENTICESHIPS IN SUSSEX www.apprenticeships-in-sussex.com The Apprenticeships in Sussex website helps you to search for apprenticeship training and providers in the Brighton, Hove and Sussex area. Search results will give you full contact details and information for local training providers and colleges offering the apprenticeships you are interested in. This site also links through to the apprenticeship vacancies on the National Apprenticeship Service website.
Visit www.brightonandhovejobs.com for all apprenticeships in Brighton & Hove
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STUDY Programmes Study Programmes and Traineeships are for those aged between 16-19 (up to 25 for those with learning difficulties/disabilities). Each programme is tailored to the student’s individual needs, education, employment goals and includes functional skills in English and maths. Checkout all the courses on offer below:
Access to Music - LEVEL 1 POPULAR MUSIC COURSE Run over 30 weeks, 3 days a week. This is an introductory course for anyone who wants to start writing, playing and recording music while gaining essential life and employability skills. It is ideal for beginner producers and music technologists, as well as budding vocalists, guitarists, bassists, singer/songwriters, drummers and keyboard players. Students will also have access to its studio and rehearsal facilities. Everyone here is passionate about music no matter what it is. That sort of vibe is always good to have when starting something - it gives inspiration.
Location: ATM Studios, Enterprise Point, Melbourne Street, Brighton
Are you aged 16-24 and unemployed? Do you want to develop skills, knowledge and real work experience that employers want so that you can successfully compete for an apprenticeship of job? The City College Traineeship programme includes: A work placement lasting up to 5 months Work research and preparation training English and Maths training This programme is free, won’t affect benefits and travel expenses are covered.
Our aim is to get you into work! Location: City College Brighton Next Start Dates: Early October
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STUDY Programmes New subject for September
Catering
3 days a week 16hrs a week: 1 year Location: Wilson Avenue, Brighton
Next Start Date: September 2013* (*some places still available)
DV8 Training Brighton - Courses for 16-18 year olds - Bursaries paid to those eligible - Courses are 3 days per week and run from September to July. - A flexible, personalised learning programme, tuition from experts and professionals - Opportunities for work experience on all courses - Support with applications to college and work DIGITAL MEDIA LEVEL 1 AND 2
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Design a computer game or app, create an interactive website, shoot and edit a film, publish a photographic portfolio. Also includes social networking and digital marketing. Students will be trained in this ever-evolving, fast paced industry through guidance, projects and work placements.
FASHION LEVEL 2
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Learn about the fashion industry in the DV8 design studio. Students will learn pattern cutting, design and make a garment, marketing through social media and work to a real-life client commission. Includes designer research, constructing garments to attend shows and exhibitions in London. Achieve a qualification in fashion.
MUSIC PRODUCTION LEVEL 1 AND 2 • This course features songwriting, live performance, remixing, production and digital recording.
Covers vocalist, MC or musician or behind the scenes running a label, promoting a show or managing a tour. LIVE EVENTS LEVEL 2 (Starts January 2014) (24 week course)
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Create, promote & deliver the DV8 end of year event Hands on experience of the live events industry Co-ordinate musicians & artists to perform on the night. Learn stage & production skills
Location: 12 Queens Square, near Churchill Square, Brighton Next Start Date: September 2013* some places may still be available (live events starts January 2014) Opportunities for You! - Issue 28 - October 2013
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STUDY Programmes www.MPCT.co.uk
Military Preparation College * Ideal preparation for the Armed Forces or for a career in sport or public services * Courses offered: BTEC Sport Certificate, NCFE Uniformed Services Diploma and Level 1 BTEC Public Services Certificate. This course allows development through daily physical fitness training, teamwork and confidence building activities. Open afternoons are held once a month for anyone interested in finding out more. 26 week course 5 days per week Location: Brighton TA Centre, 198 Dyke Road, Brighton The learner who brings the most friends to join each month will receive ÂŁ50!
Location: Enterprise Point, Melbourne Street (off Lewes Road) Brighton
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STUDY Programmes Traineeship programmes in Portslade:
Pre Traineeship for 16-18 year olds • Employability and work preparation training - including CV writing and interview skills • Functional Skills Math and English • Work tasters/shadowing and Employer master classes • Personal and social development and enrichment activities Duration: 17 hours per week for up to a full academic year.
Traineeships for 16-18 and 19-24 year olds
• Job search and Interview Skills training and qualifications • Developing Skills in the Workplace training and qualifications • Work experience placements in a range of sectors, placements from 6 weeks to 5 months. • Functional Skills in Math and English. Duration: 18-24 hours per week for up to 6 months. These programmes can help to progress on to an apprenticeship, employment or further education. Travel costs to and from work placements will be paid. Those in receipt of JSA will be able to retain the benefit whilst on this course. Bursary fund available for those eligible.
Venue: Portslade Old Village
Start Date: Roll on Roll Off - no fixed start dates
Varndean College Pre-Apprentice Traineeships Duration: 6 - 30 weeks - 16 hours per week 4 half days per week
Venue: Varndean College, Surrenden Road, Brighton Choose from the following courses: Enterprise, Business and Employability: Design a product, explore marketing & advertising & develop business skills including sales, promotion & customer service. Improve your work skills and job prospects, gain qualifications. Care: Explore childcare and development; develop practical skills with real babies! This is a stepping stone to care based courses at Level 2
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses
GET STARTED WITH …
FREE 5 DAY COURSE FOR UNEMPLOYED 16 TO 25 YEAR OLDS • • • • • •
Gain an accredited Level 1 Exercise Studies qualification Get involved in a range of sporting activities Learn about nutrition and fitness Get advice on careers in sports, fitness and leisure industry Opportunities to progress on to FREE Level 2 and 3 courses Support available after the course to help you achieve your goals Location: Amex Community Stadium, Falmer Course Starts: Monday 14th October to Friday 18th October 2013 (Taster session Wednesday 9th October) To find out if this course is for you and to book a place on the Taster Session, contact Jo by texting “fitness” to 07956 289881 or email Joanna.tolley@princes-trust.org.uk OR Speak to a Youth Employability Service adviser now!!!!
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses
Adventurous training for jobseekers aged 18+! Must be in receipt of Job Seekers Allowance in Brighton and Hove
Free short courses starting 7th - 18th October 2013 (Taster sessions: 1st or 2nd October)
Take part in activities such as climbing, obstacles & zip wire, team challenges & bushcraft. Develop your confidence, motivation initiative & leadership; gain certificates in Emergency First Aid at Work (with paediatric endorsement), Food Safety and Sports Leadership; learn about appropriate language and behaviour; get support demonstrating these achievements in job applications and job search. No experience needed!! Suitable participants may be offered 8 weeks’ voluntary work experience with Adventure Unlimited after the course with opportunities for further training & references.
Venue: Brighton Youth Centre, Edward Street, Brighton Referrals through Job Centre Advisers only RUN BY ADVENTURE UNLIMITED
Other Right Here courses and activities include:
Rock Climbing Chill Out Yoga & Stress-relieving Techniques course Walk & Talk Creative Arts Course for Building Confidence To be eligible for Right Here courses you must be between 16-25yrs old and identify with any of these: NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training) * Young parents * Young carers * Those that have been bullied (or bully others) * Young people who feel isolated * Homeless/separated from families * Those who misuse substances * LGBTU (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans or Unsure) young people * Young people with physical and/or learning disabilities * Young offenders * Young people in, or leaving care * Asylum seekers and Refugees * Black and Minority Ethnic young people.
*BOOKING A PLACE ON RIGHT HERE COURSES IS ESSENTIAL* Speak to your Employability Adviser if you are interested Opportunities for You! - Issue 28 - October 2013
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses
Location: Wenlock House, 41/43 North Street, Brighton Next course starts: October 2013
PRINCE’S TRUST TEAM PROGRAMME Run by City College in Brighton, Hove & Shoreham FREE 12 week programme for 16-25 year olds who are looking for work. The programme will help to build confidence and motivation, develop new skills and qualifications. It will look great on your CV and you will have the skills and confidence to apply for work, training or a full-time course at college. go on an action packed residential week receive useful training that employers look for & get help with your CV complete projects in your local community gain work experience make new friends and have an amazing time! TRAVEL IS FREE AND THERE ARE NO COURSE COSTS Location: City College Pelham Street and Wilson Avenue, YMCA Hove & Shoreham Start Dates: End of September, January and May
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses
Youth Action Sussex Community Base, 113 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3XG
Are you aged 16 and 25? NEET or have a disability? Youth Action Sussex provides a dedicated volunteer scheme, providing a supported route into community volunteering. We are looking to recruit and provide continued support to young people wishing to volunteer in their local community. We will provide on-going support throughout your volunteering experience and recognition by providing national certificates on reaching certain milestones. You will be matched with suitable and supportive volunteer placements that reflect your interests, passions and aspirations and also allow you to develop your skills and gain new positive experiences. For more information log on to: www.youthactionsussex.org.uk or contact the Youth Employability Service
16-24 years old? Wish you could get a job? Do you have a learning difficulty or disability?
Need help to find the right job for you and show an employer what you can do? The rural jobs programme at Plumpton College will help you to access a job opportunity and support you in work until you have the confidence to go it alone.
For further details contact the Foundation Learning Department at Plumpton College, Ditchling Road, Plumpton, Nr Lewes, BN7 3AE Tel: 892080 or speak to your Youth Employability Service Adviser.
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses
WHEN? WEDNESDAY Mornings th 18 September 23rd October
WHERE? TARNER CHILDREN’S CENTRE Ivory Place Brighton
WHAT IS IT? EARLY START - CHILD DEVELOPMENT For under 19 year old parents - Come with your child and learn about how to support their early learning, speech and language development. - Art, craft and play activities. - Crèche available. th Information Session: Wednesday 4 September 10am-12pm. Pop in to talk to Christina about the courses available for you. th
WEDNESDAY Mornings th 6 November th 11 December
Taster Session: 11 September 11am-12pm. Go along to try out the crèche, meet the teachers and try some activities. TARNER CHILDREN’S FIRST AID FOR BABIES AND CHILDREN CENTRE For under 19 year old parents and expectant parents Ivory Place - Learn simple and easy first aid for babies and children. Brighton - Crèche available.
FREE Functional Skills Courses for adults (any age) English and Maths Level 1 or 2 These are nationally recognised Functional Skills Qualifications at Level 1 (same level as GCSE D-G grades) or Level 2 (GCSE A-C level). Having these level 1 or 2 qualifications helps to get a job or gain access
to college courses for those without GCSE A-C grades: MONDAY MORNINGS th Starts 16 September TUESDAY AFTERNOONS th Starts 10 September WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS th Starts 11 September THURSDAY AFTERNOONS th Starts 12 September THURSDAY MORNINGS th Starts 12 September
WHITEHAWK HUB LIBRARY Whitehawk Road, Brighton
ENGLISH ONLY - Work at your own pace on your English skills. - No crèche available.
RUDYARD KIPLING PRIMARY SCHOOL Chalkland Rise Brighton MOULSECOOMB PRIMARY SCHOOL The Highway Brighton FAIRLIGHT PRIMARY SCHOOL St Leonard’s Road Brighton SALVATION ARMY CONGRESS HALL 1-6 Park Crescent Terrace Brighton
MATHS ONLY - Work at your own pace on your Maths skills. - No crèche available. MATHS ONLY - Work at your own pace on your Maths skills. - No crèche available. MATHS ONLY - Work at your own pace on your Maths skills. - No crèche available. ENGLISH OR MATHS - Work at your own pace on your English or maths skills. - Crèche available.
If courses have started places may still be available. Referrals taken all year round. Brighton & Hove Young Parents Facebook page: www.facebook.com/BrightonandHoveYoungParents
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COLLEGE OPEN EVENTS Do you want to go to college? Go along to a college open day to find out more about the courses available to you, here are the details: Further Education Colleges: CENTRAL SUSSEX COLLEGE Crawley and Haywards Heath Tel: 0845 155 0043 Crawley campus: Wednesday 13th November 4-8pm Haywards Heath campus: Wednesday 6th & Thursday 7th November 5.30-8.30pm
CITY COLLEGE BRIGHTON & HOVE Pelham Street Brighton BN1 4FA Tel: (01273) 667788 Wednesday 16th October 2013 and Tuesday 19th November 2013 5-8pm*
NORTHBROOK COLLEGE, Worthing and Shoreham Tel: 0845 1556060 14-19 Centre (Broadwater Road campus) Worthing West Sussex BN12 6NU Wednesday 13th November 6-8pm: Hair & Beauty, Childcare, Construction, Electrical, Engineering, Public Services and Music. Shoreham Airport Campus West Sussex BN43 5FF Tuesday 12th November 6-8pm: Motor Vehicle and Aircraft Engineering.
PLUMPTON COLLEGE Ditchling Road Nr Lewes BN7 3AE Tel: (01273) 890454 Saturday 2nd November 9am-12.30pm
SUSSEX DOWNS COLLEGE Lewes Campus Mountfield Road Lewes BN7 2XH.Tel: (01273) 483188 Friday 8th November 5-7.30pm and Saturday 9th November 10am-12pm*
Sixth Form Colleges: BRIGHTON ALDRIDGE ACADEMY (BACA Wednesday 2nd October 6-8.30pm BHASVIC Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st November 6.30-9pm BLATCHINGTON MILL 6th FORM Monday 11th November 6.30-8.30pm HOVE PARK Wednesday 24th October 6.30-9pm PORTSLADE COMMUNITY ACADEMY (PACA) Thursday 3rd October 6.30-9pm VARNDEAN COLLEGE Wednesday 13th and Thursday 14th November 6.30-9pm
You can get help with deciding on a course from your Employability Adviser * contact the college for confirmation of times
TO APPLY FOR ANY OF THE OPPORTUNITIES MENTIONED IN THIS NEWSLETTER – SPEAK TO YOUR EMPLOYABILITY ADVISER, COME ALONG TO YOUR NEAREST EMPLOYABILITY SERVICE DROP-IN (details on the front page) OR GIVE US A CALL 01273 294247 Go to Facebook: ‘YESbrightonhove’
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Are you now OVER 19 or living
outside of Brighton & Hove?‌ Are you now over 19? You have reached the age when the Youth Employability Service is no longer funded to work with you. However, careers guidance and help to find work, training or college courses are available from the National Careers Service, Telephone: 0800 100 900 or go to the web page: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk The following organisations also offer guidance along with other services and courses for adults. Contact them to see if they are able to help you: The Bridge: contact 01273 687053 or www.thebridgecommunityeducationcentre.co.uk City Skills & Jobs Shop, Brighton: contact 01273 667770 www.cityskillsandjobs.co.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/cityskillsandjobs Twitter: @SkillsAndJobs Family Information Service: provides information on childcare, health and parenting etc. Contact 01273 293545 Friends Centre: contact 01273 810210 or www.friendscentre.org.uk One Youth Brighton: provides a drop in service for 16-25 year olds for help with finding work and training. Contact 01273 694746 or www.oneyouthbrighton.org.uk Portslade Adult Learning Centre: Run a weekly job club in Boundary Road for those aged 19+. Tel: 01273 382739. Whitehawk Inn: contact Gateway Team on 01273 682222 or www.whinn.org.uk Youth Advice Centre: guidance and information drop in service for young people up to the age of 25. Contact 01273 889292 or www.sussexcentralymca.org.uk/yac Young People’s Centre (YPC): contact 01273 887886 or www.ypc.ebabel.org.uk or www.facebook.com/YPCbrighton Youth Service: for further information and updates about local services, see www.facebook.com/BrightonandHoveYouth If you have previously held a statement of special needs you can still use the Youth Employability Service up to age 25. If you think this applies to you, get in touch with us on 01273 294247 and we can advise on help available. Do you live outside of Brighton & Hove? If you live outside of Brighton & Hove the Youth Employability Service is unable to help you, but you can get free careers information, help and guidance from the National Careers Service Helpline on: 0800 100 900. (Open every day from 8am to 10pm). You can also visit the web page at: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk If you live in West Sussex you can also go to website: www.yourspacewestsussex.co.uk If you live in East Sussex you can also go to website: www.connexions360.org.uk
If you are now settled in work, training or on a college course and no longer wish to receive this newsletter or to update your contact details, please call the Youth Employability Service on 01273 294247.
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