Opportunities Opportunities for for you you A guide to employment, employment, learning, training and personal development opportunities for 1616-19 year olds living in Brighton & Hove. Issue 26 - August 2013 Hove. Are you 16-19 and not in employment, education or training? If so, and you live in Brighton & Hove, you can access FREE information, advice and guidance from the city’s YOUTH EMPLOYABILITY SERVICE
Help with CV writing, job search, application forms and interview skills Advice on relevant benefits Help with applying for jobs, apprenticeships, college and other training opportunities Access to computers, printing, post and telephones Friendly and helpful staff!
Come along to a drop-in in your area to sign up to receive regular one to one support from an Employability Adviser or call: (01273) 294247
** WE HAVE MADE A FEW CHANGES ** see below for details of our revised drop-ins from August
Tuesday 1pm - 4pm
Tuesday 3pm - 6pm
City Skills & Jobs Shop
67 CENTRE
6 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3XG
Hodshrove Lane, Moulsecoomb, BN2 4RW
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Wednesday 1pm - 4pm
Wednesday 3pm - 5pm
BRIGHTON JOB CENTRE PLUS Windsor House, 30-35 Edward Street, Brighton, BN2 0LN
YOUTH ADVICE CENTRE 65 Blatchington Road, Hove, BN3 3YJ
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Friday 1pm - 4pm WHITEHAWK COMMUNITY HUB 179a Whitehawk Road, Brighton BN2 5FL
YOU CAN CONTACT THE YOUTH EMPLOYABILITY SERVICE ON Tel: 01273 294247 Go to Facebook: ‘YESbrightonhove’
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NEWS from the Youth Employability Service….. Last month we introduced our Youth Employability Apprentice, Bobbi O'Reilly ☺ Don’t forget to follow Bobbi’s journey through her apprenticeship by checking out her blog and vlog posts here:
http://yesbrightonhove.tumblr.com/
Come and join us … 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) meets once a month, you get free travel, food and a £10 voucher for coming! Please contact us if you’d like to find out more!
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Become an Apprentice! As employees, apprentices earn a wage and work alongside experienced staff to gain skills. Apprentices also receive valuable training to work towards nationally recognised st qualifications. The minimum salary is £2.65p/h (rising to £2.68 from 1 October 2013)
For more information: please ring Sarah or Amanda (Lookfantastic) on 01273 778631 or email sarah.parker@lookfantastic.com or amanda.beevis@lookfantastic.com The Agora Building, 2
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Floor East, Ellen Street, Hove, BN3 3LN
Exciting opportunity for a Hairdressing Apprentice with a busy salon in Hove A small independent salon based in Hove has a vacancy for a young person to train with their experienced team - with the additional benefit of a day release scheme enabling you to spend one day a week at the lookfantastic training centre itself. Skills required: Communication is a vital aspect of hairdressing as you will be dealing with a cross section of people of all ages and from all walks of life while, to be a good hairdresser, you need to be passionate about hair, imaginative and career driven. Hours: 4 days per week in salon plus 1 day in the Lookfantastic centre Pay: over £100p/w Lookfantastic training has other vacancies for hairdressing apprentices throughout Sussex.
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: • • • • • • • •
Recreation Assistant and Fitness Instructor Vineyard Apprentice (based in Lewes) Apprentice Chef with Browns Bar and Brasserie Workshop Mechanic for a ground care machinery company Apprentice Travel Adviser with TUI Travel Advanced Electrical Apprenticeship Junior Accounts Assistant Nursery Assistant, Hairdressing, Catering & Business Administration … 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 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 This practical 28 week, 2 day per week course is music based and is ideal for relative beginners in music playing and music production. Vocational workshops include: performance skills, composition/arrangement, instrumental/programming skills, music technology and music business/promotion. It also supports the development of personal and social skills, including functional skills in literacy, numeracy and ICT. Students will benefit from ATM’s national and local enrichment programmes as well as access to its studio and rehearsal facilities.
Location: ATM Studios, Enterprise Point, Melbourne Street, Brighton
New subject for September
Catering Some courses are now full with waiting lists.
3 days a week 16 hours a week 1 year Location: Wilson Avenue, Brighton Next Start Date: September 2013
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STUDY Programmes 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 • 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 • 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 (Level 3 available at Bexhill only) • 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) • 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 (live events starts January 2014)
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 MPCT are currently offering a £20 bonus to young people joining them and staying for more than two weeks, before 31st July! Also the learner who brings the most friends to join each month will receive £50!
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STUDY Programmes NACRO’s Study Programme is aimed at young people who want to develop new skills and progress into work, an apprenticeships or college. We provide a personalised programme of study to help our learners gain confidence and achieve the qualifications they need to fulfil their potential Courses to choose from, including quotes from previous students: • ART & DESIGN – “It has helped me as a musician, artist & as a person and helped me understand my potential”. •
CHILD CARE – “I am studying Level 1 in Childcare, English & Maths. I’m now planning to go to
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CONSTRUCTION – “Before I didn’t know much about bricklaying, However, since being here I’ve
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EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS – “It has helped me improve my practical & written skills giving me the
college or into an apprenticeship after I leave Nacro”. learnt a lot and this will be an advantage when applying for jobs”. tools I will need for future employment”. Gain: Functional skills at Entry level and ASDAN Award in Volunteering at an Event, Certificate in the Community Volunteering.
** TRAVEL COSTS/BURSARY PAID and FOOD IS PROVIDED! **
Location: Enterprise Point, Melbourne Street (off Lewes Road) Brighton.
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STUDY Programmes
Varndean College Pre-Apprentice Traineeships Duration: 6 - 30 weeks - 16 hours per week - 4 half days per week. Course options include:
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 & development; develop practical skills with real babies! A stepping stone to care based courses at Level 2. Venue: Varndean College, Surrenden Road, Brighton
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FREE Music activities‌‌.
The Brighton Music Hub offers FREE music training for 13-19 yr olds aimed at developing skills in live performance, album production, music business and leadership. It is also a great way for young musicians to come together, share ideas and network. Each session will be delivered by specialist music tutors and some will include professional master- classes and gigs in Brighton venues.
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses
Location: Wenlock House, 41/43 North Street, Brighton Next course starts: August 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 Next Start Dates: 23rd September at Hove and Shoreham 30th September at City College East and Whitehawk Inn Opportunities for You! - Issue 26 - August 2013
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses
National Citizen Service - Brighton and Hove - 5 week programme A once in a lifetime opportunity for 16 and17 year olds in England that helps you build your skills for work and life, while you take on new challenges and meet new friends. Phase one: a week away at an outdoor pursuit centre. Phase two: a week living independently in a local youth centre, hostel or halls of residence. Phase three: design a project to help a local charity or cause. Phase four: work in your team to deliver a social action project in your community. ** Cost: ÂŁ50 includes all accommodation, transport, training, food and ceremony ** *Bursary available to those that are eligible*
Location: Brighton andyear Hove Vocational Courses for 16-18 olds at Next Start Dates: August 2013 For more information contact your Employability Adviser or call Richard on 0754 5205351.
Opt-in courses for 16-18 year olds
Introduction to Sport and Play Leaders Work Includes: Energy Club, NCFE Manual Handling, First Aid Training Four-week course starting soon!
Retail and Customer Services Develop the skills needed for effective communication in client facing employment roles. Includes: Customer Services, NCFE Manual Handling, First Aid Training, Fire Safety Awareness. Four-week course Starting soon!
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Next start date: 9th September Location: Sussex Central YMCA, Marmion Road, Hove, BN3 5FS 10
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. Opportunities for You! - Issue 26 - August 2013
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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 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
ENGLISH ONLY - Work at your own pace on your English 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. 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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MORE USEFUL Information…
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 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 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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