Opportunities for You
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A guide to employment, learning, training and personal development opportunities starting soon for 16-19 year olds in Brighton & Hove Issue 82 September 2018
NEW IN THIS ISSUE!
Are you 16-19*, not in education, employment or training and living in Brighton & Hove? Want some help? If so, the Youth Employability Service is here!
New support work in schools Traineeship at Whitehead Ross Spear Programme (16-24 year olds) Volunteer Plus website Our YES Employability Advisers provide free careers information, advice, guidance and support with finding the right apprenticeship, New GB Met website for students college course, training or job. Digital Apprenticeship Event To register to receive regular one to one support from an adviser Argus Jobs Fair @ The Dome come along to a drop-in listed below or give us a call on Positive Placements Mentoring the number below. You can also contact us through Facebook. programme (*If you have had a statement or an EHCP you may be able to access our service up to age 24)
Come along to a Youth Employability Service drop-in: TUESDAYS 1pm - 3pm
FRIDAYS 1pm - 4pm
YOUTH ADVICE CENTRE
WHITEHAWK COMMUNITY HUB
11 St George’s Place, Brighton BN1 4GB
179a Whitehawk Road, Brighton BN2 5FL
Get in touch! call 01273 294247 email youthemployabilityservice@brighton-hove.gov.uk
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News from the Youth Employability Service Customer satisfaction survey - we would love to hear your feedback AQA unit awards available @ YES Apprenticeships www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship and www.apprenticeships-in-sussex.com Traineeships Work experience placements to help progress onto an apprenticeship or paid work: Skills UK Traineeships (& level 2 courses) Smart Training Traineeships: various Whitehead-Ross Traineeships - new support work in schools traineeship NEW! UK Unsigned Education Plumpton College: Supported Internships/Traineeships (for 18-23yr olds with EHCP’s or additional barriers to work) Study Programmes Entry and Level 1 courses including English/Maths functional skills:
Greater Brighton Met College: Pathways courses DV8 Sussex Sutton & District Training Personal Development Courses & Other Activities Albion in the Community: Premier League Works programme Albion in the Community: Access to the Fitness Industry course DV8 Brighton: Paid internship programme Military Preparation College Eastbourne One Church: Pro Barista course Princes Trust: Team Programmes Tempus Training: CSCS course for 16-24 year olds Spear: Work Programme for 16-24 year olds NEW! Sussex Downs College: Young Parent’s Course and Care to Learn funding Local College Open Events Local College Open Events GB Met College Brighton: New student website NEW! Dates for your Diary Rewards Hair Academy (formerly LookFantastic Training) taster days and new location Creative Process Digital Apprenticeship Recruitment Event NEW! Argus Jobs Fair NEW! Volunteering Brighton & Hove Volunteer Centre: Volunteer Plus – new one-stop-shop website for volunteering opportunities NEW! Brighton & Hove Libraries volunteering opportunities for young people Stepout volunteering project with Hangleton & Knoll youth team Positive Placements mentoring programme with YMCA NEW! Help for those aged over 19 or living outside of Brighton and Hove
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NEWS from the Youth Employability Service We would love to hear from you! If you have ever worked with the Youth Employability Service we would love to hear your feedback. You can do this by completing an online survey here at: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/customersurvey This only takes a few minutes to complete and your comments will help us celebrate our successes or to make changes. Thank you! Our customer promise to you We will make it clear how you can contact or access our services We will understand and get things done We will be clear and treat you with respect
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My YES adviser gave me brilliant assistance, helping make sense of ideas, helping to map out possibilities for college, apprenticeships and careers great communication - friendly, supportive and happy to help! The help I received from YES was amazing and I now have a job thanks to them!
Have you thought about an
Apprenticeship? An Apprenticeship is not just a job. It is about learning skills that you’ll use for the rest of your life, earning a decent wage and getting qualified at the same time.
How do I apply for an Apprenticeship?
If you’re 16 or over and live in England you can do an Apprenticeship.
http://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
If you didn’t get a grade C (or 4) in your Maths and English GCSEs, you’ll study Functional Skills as part of your apprenticeship. This means you’ll get a Level 2 qualification in Maths and English as well as your main qualification. The minimum wage for an apprentice aged 16-18 is now £3.70 per hour. This is the minimum an employer can pay by law, but a lot of employers will pay more than this. There are over 500 different apprenticeships available in subjects like IT, hairdressing, plumbing, construction trades, motor vehicle, childcare, catering and business administration.
Not quite ready for an Apprenticeship? Why not consider doing a traineeship first? Here’s why… A Traineeship is a flexible education and training programme with work experience that helps prepare you for your future career. You can try out various types of jobs and become ‘work ready’ while improving your English and maths (if required). The programme can last up to 6 months and although you don’t get paid, it will look great on your CV and you may be given expenses for things like travel and meals. So, if you’ve been unsuccessful when applying for an apprenticeship or other job due to lack of skills and/or experience, then a traineeship could be for you. Your YES Employability Adviser can help you to find the right traineeship and arrange for you to visit providers to find out more.
See pages 5-8 for the Traineeship courses available in Brighton & Hove
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To find an apprenticeship have a look on the National Apprenticeship Service website:
and http://www.apprenticeships-in-sussex.com If you haven’t already, you’ll need to create an account and start the application process. Your YES Employability Adviser will be able to help with this or have a look at this handy guide: http://tinyurl.com/yanmhhca
If you are looking for a childcare apprenticeship don’t forget to check the weekly childcare vacancy list here: http://bit.ly/2oRsX63 Or sign up to receive this by email each week!
Your YES Employability Adviser will help you to research and apply for apprenticeships!
Take our quiz and see which Apprenticeship is right for you! http://plbz.it/2hqdBUb
Traineeships are pre-apprenticeship programmes aimed to be a stepping stone to an apprenticeship or employment. They provide work experience as well as maths and English qualifications. The work placements are unpaid but expenses may be available. Traineeship vacancies are advertised here: www.gov.uk/find-traineeship
New address: Skills Training UK rd 3 Floor, Tower Point North Road Brighton BN1 1YR
Travel support and bursary are available if eligible. Start Date: Skills Training enrol all year round so you can join the programme at any time of year. Speak to your YES Employability Adviser for help applying
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Smart Training and Recruitment Working in partnership with the British Heart Foundation, Smart offer Traineeships working at shops and warehouses in the local area. Work placement positions are available in Retail, Administration and Warehousing. Learn customer service and selling skills, payment handling, team working skills, stock preparation and stock management. Also includes health and safety, equality/diversity, security and manual handling training.
Work experience in a real work setting Gain new skills and qualifications including Gain Functional skills in Maths and English Gain confidence and skills to enter the world of work Training Adviser visits the learner regularly Travel to placement is reimbursed (up to £15 per week) A weekly attendance allowance is paid (£20 per week)
Location: working in a shop or warehouse in the Brighton & Hove area Hours: 24 hours per week - may include some weekends (Monday to Sunday rota) Duration: Placement lasts from 6 weeks to 6 months Speak to your YES Employability Adviser for more information and for help applying
Classes of small groups with a maximum of six people.
Location: Whitehead Ross, 7 Marlborough Place Brighton BN1 1UB Speak to a YES Employability Adviser who can arrange a visit to look around or an interview
New ‘Support Work in Schools’ Traineeship starting soon! (for those aged 18+) Speak to your YES Adviser for more info!
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PAID WORK PLACEMENTS - Employers lined up in: Retail, Estate Agency, Catering, Car Mechanics, Veterinary Care and Publishing and more! Location: Brighton Youth Centre 64 Edward Street Brighton, BN2 0JR
Contact Lucy at UK Unsigned on: 07535 638538 or speak to your YES Adviser to apply
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This is a real hands-on course where you’ll spend at least one day a week in a working business environment. It’s a brilliant opportunity for you to develop your practical skills and to see what work is really like and what suits you. You’ll also spend time building your confidence for independence; so things like learning how to get to work and problem solving on your own. You’ll be supported every step of the way!
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STUDY Programmes Entry and Level 1 courses, for 16-18 year olds, to help develop skills, confidence and independence in preparation for work, an apprenticeship or further education. Learners will be supported to improve their English and maths leading to receiving Functional Skills qualifications in English, Maths and ICT (Entry, Level 1 and Level 2).
If you need to improve your study skills and employability to enable you to progress, Pathways is the ideal stepping stone to build your confidence in a supported environment. On a Pathways courses you choose one vocational area depending on what suits you best. You can choose from:
Beauty (Intro) Business & Customer Service Care (Level 1) Hairdressing (Intro) Motor Vehicle & Construction (Taster) Public Service & Sport Travel, Tourism, Business & IT (Get Started) Receive individual support from experienced tutors and teaching assistants working in small classes. Confidence and self-esteem can grow on a Pathways course helping boost social skills and enable you to develop your ability to work successfully in a team. Start date: September 2018 **Financial support available: Learners may be eligible for a bursary
Introduction to Music, Media and Digital
12 Queens Square BRIGHTON BN1 3FD
Content: Introduction to a range of skills across music and media including hardware and software essential for making music, film and photos including Dv8's music studio, DSLR cameras, Logic Pro, iMovie, Premiere, Photoshop. Record own tracks and learn to promote. English and Maths support will also be available. Qualification: Gain Level 1 BTEC award in Music Production or Creative Media Production. Additional info: Small class size (maximum 14 students), industry expert tutors. Course duration: 1 year - 3 days per week Next start date: September 2018 **Financial support available: Learners may be eligible for a bursary DV8 also offer level 2 courses and Paid Internship Placements (got to www.dv8sussex.com)
Customer Services Health & Social Care Business & Enterprise
Ash Cottage Warren Road Woodingdean Brighton BN2 6DA
Learn practical skills and gain accredited qualifications in small friendly groups. Gain confidence and skills needed for a future in a range of vocational areas. Learners will be helped on to a smooth transition into employment or further studies. You can also study photography along with functional skills English and maths. Course duration: 1 year - 3 days per week Start date: September 2018 **Financial support available: Learners may be eligible for a bursary Level 2 courses also offered in Business & Enterprise, Customer Service, Health & Social Care
Do you want to go to college this September? Last minute places may still be available on some courses! Your YES Employability Adviser can help you to look at career and course options. We can also check availability of courses and help you to apply!
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT activities
The Premier League works programme offers young adults, aged 16-25, who are not in education, employment of training, the opportunity to take part in a flexible “back-to-work” programme and runs throughout the year. Focusing on developing employability, communication and teamwork skills, alongside the opportunity to undertake fitness and employability qualifications, the programme aims are to improve confidence, motivation and self-esteem in order to overcome any potential barriers to employment. Achieve the following qualifications: Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills plus other work related qualifications.
Access to the Fitness Industry A year long, full time programme designed to provide students with the qualifications and skills required to take their first steps in the fitness and leisure industry. Course Content: The course includes the following qualifications: Level 2 Certificate in Health and Fitness Level 2 Certificate in Sport Level 2 Employability Functional Skills/GCSE The programme will run four days a week and include theory and practical elements as well as regular opportunities to play a range of sports, train in local gyms and complete a minimum of 30 hours work experience in the fitness industry. This course provides progression into work or further training, some routes include: Level 3 personal training Sports coaching Leisure assistant Leisure and gym based apprenticeships For further information and to arrange an interview, please contact us using the below information. Further Education Coordinator – Dan Forbes Daniel.forbes@albioninthecommunity.org.uk Further Education Advisor – Mike Elkins Michael.elkins@albioninthecommunity.org.uk
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT activities DV8 Brighton also run full-time courses in Events Management, Games Development, Introduction to Music, Media & Digital, Media Production, Music Production & Performance. Checkout our website for more details & dates for our open events www.dv8sussex.com or call 01273 550432
APPLY@DV8SUSSEX.COM
The Military Preparation College - a great introduction for those who want a career within uniformed services - from the Armed Forces, Fire Services or Police service. At least 50% of each day is spent doing physical exercise and learning outdoors. Qualifications: Level 2 Diploma in Employability Level 2 Diploma for Entry into Uniformed Services
Study functional skills qualifications in English and maths if needed. To find out more go along to a weekly drop-in session held every Thursday 10-12pm and 2-4pm.
You can find out more at www.mpct.co.uk or call 0330 111 3939. Duration: up to 1 year - 4 days per week Next start: roll-on roll-off Location: Army Reserve Centre, Carter Barracks, 103 Seaside, Eastbourne BN22 7NL Bursaries: available for those eligible for help with the costs of travel, food and uniform/equipment.
EASTBOURNE You can travel to Eastbourne by bus or train from Brighton & Hove (Brighton & Hove Buses: Number 12 or 12a)
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT activities The National Citizen Service (NCS) will be running in Brighton & Hove again this year. NCS is a once in a lifetime experience for 16 and 17 year olds during college holidays. Plan and take part in a local community project building skills for work and life. Also includes an amazing short trip away and leisure activities. To find out more and register go to: www.ncsyes.co.uk or www.apm-uk.co.uk/personal/national-citizen-service or call: 0330 4142504 Reasons to say Yes to NCS: UCAS recommends students include NCS in their personal statement Take on new challenges and learn new skills Make a difference while making new friends Experience something new as you help out your community Grow your confidence and your CV Duration: 4 weeks (first 2 weeks residential trip away) Start date: October 2018 (during the holidays) Costs £50 to take part (includes a trip away) but the cost may be reduced or even free depending on your circumstances.
One Church Brighton
Speciality coffee training We run free weekly coffee drop-in’s - in a relaxed space to come meet others, have a go at using the equipment and learn all about coffee. Taster sessions are held on a: Monday or Tuesday 12 - 3pm at One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton. We also run a 3 day intense course which covers all the foundations of being a speciality barista and you’ll gain a certificate from the SCA (Speciality Coffee Association) which will enhance your chance of finding real paid work. They’ll also be chances to volunteer for a short work experience placement to put their newly gained skills into practice. Speak to your YES Employability Adviser for more information and for help applying
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT activities
Run by Greater Brighton Metropolitan College Aged between 16 and 25 and looking for new opportunities or fresh challenges to help you progress in your life? Are you ready for 12 weeks that could change your life? The Prince's Trust Team programme is a FREE course available throughout the year that enables you to develop your communication, leadership and teamwork skills through projects in the community. If you're on Jobseeker's Allowance, you can still claim your benefits during the course and travel expenses are paid. This is a full-time intensive programme designed to bring out the best in you and help you: Build your confidence and motivation Gain work experience Achieve a nationally-recognised qualification (in employment, teamwork, first aid & food hygiene) Make a real difference in your community Focus on job search activities. includes an action packed week away! There are up to 15 young people in each team from various backgrounds and abilities. Each individual has their own plan about what they want to aim for and will work together in a friendly and supportive team to help to achieve goals. The Prince's Trust Team programme will look great on your CV! ‘Within three months of completing the programme 3 out of 4 of young people are in training, education or employment’. So what are you waiting for? Apply NOW! Next Start Dates: 17th September Locations: East Brighton Team (The Bungalow, Brighton Met East Campus, Wilson Avenue) and Central Brighton Team (Brighton Met Central Campus, Pelham Street)
Training Brighton Duration: Monday-Friday 9am - 1pm For 2 weeks Includes a retest if required. New courses starting regularly 16-
Tempus Training at: 4th Floor, Tower Point 44 North Road Brighton, BN1 1YR (up steps and press buzzer for 4th floor)
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT activities Launching at Phoenix Community Centre, Brighton on 11 September Programme start dates: 11th September 2018 30th October 2018 5th January 2019 5th March 2019 7th May 2019 Duration: Speer Foundation: Monday - Friday 2 - 5pm for 6 weeks Spear Career: Can be up to 12 months mentoring programme Location: Phoenix Community Centre, 2 Phoenix Place, Brighton BN2 9ND
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YOUNG PARENTS Information Sussex Downs College
Young Parents Programme Eligibility: For mums & dads aged 16-24, pregnant or who already have children.
Location: Newhaven campus (Denton Island) Next Start Date: 10th September 2018 (until June19) (may start up to Christmas if space, but may not achieve full certificate)
Course includes: Units around: Parenting, child behaviour and healthy living. Apply for extra financial support for travel and childcare. Chance to develop your maths and/or English qualifications.
Care to Learn (C2L) www.gov.uk/care-to-learn Care to Learn is a benefit to help young parents (aged under 20*) to go back to college. It is a weekly amount of £160 per child and provides help with the cost of: your childcare, including deposit and registration fees a childcare taster session for up to 5 days keeping your childcare place over the summer holidays and taking your child/travel to the childcare provider.
Speak to your YES Adviser or college for more information/help applying. *must be aged under 20 when starting the course, the childcare must be Ofsted registered. Claiming C2L won’t affect your family’s benefits.
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Local COLLEGE information/events… Local College Open Events 2018 Going along to a college open event gives you the chance to find out more about the courses available and to have a look around the college. Your YES Adviser can help you to look at career and course options. Here are the dates for local college open events for your diary: COLLEGE DATE TIME BHASVIC Hove Brighton Aldridge Academy (BACA) Greater Brighton Metropolitan College (formerly City College) Hove Park 6th Nevill Campus Hove Plumpton College Near Lewes Free shuttle bus to/from Lewes train station. Portslade Aldridge Community Academy (PACA) Varndean College Brighton
Wednesday 14th November Thursday 15th November Tuesday 6th November Wednesday 10th October Wednesday 31st October Wednesday 5th December Tuesday 6th November Saturday 29th September
6pm - 9pm 6pm - 8pm 5pm - 7pm 5pm - 7pm 5pm - 7pm 6.30pm - 8.30pm 9am - 12pm
(Taster days: 22nd and 23rd October)
Tuesday 13th November
6pm - 8pm
Saturday 29th September Wednesday 7th November Thursday 8th November
11am - 2pm 6.30pm - 9pm 6.30pm - 9pm
Going to GB Met College in September?
New Student website Visit gbmc.ac.uk/newstudent Go online to get all the information you need as a new student including: Start date Information about kit and uniforms Contact information Campus maps
What to do when you get your exam results Visit gbmc.ac.uk/results to upload your grades We cannot confirm your place at the college until you upload your results. Whatever grades you got, it is essential that you do this as quickly as possible. We very much hope you got the grades you wanted, but DON’T PANIC because there will still be options for you at the MET. Call 01273 667704.
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DATES for your DIARY… Creative Process Digital Apprenticeship Recruitment Event DATE AND TIME Tues 25 September 2018 10am - 12pm LOCATION Central location (new address, near to Preston Park) Recruitment event open to anyone aged 16+ To access one of our apprenticeship job roles you will need to: 1. Attend one of our recruitment events. 2. Register for our 3 week Digital Accelerator 3 week programme to ensure that you are as job ready as possible. The Digital Accelerator will help you to fast track your digital skills, knowledge, CV, interview technique and pitch and presentation skills. It will ensure you are better equipped to access a wide range of jobs with companies such us such as Warner Bros, Albion Football Club, BT Sport, Brighton and Hove Council, Site Visibility, Brighton Festival, The Dome, Wired Sussex and many more! What to wear at the session? Smart-casual - as if you were attending a job interview What will I do at the session? Come prepared to take part and contribute. We want to be impressed with not just your creative, tech or digital skills and knowledge but your ability to work as a group, to listen and to communicate ideas! Book a place through Eventbrite - more here - www.creativeprocessdigital.com (formerly Look Fantastic Training)
www.rewardshairacademy.co.uk
Interested in a career in Hairdressing? Rewards Hair Academy Taster Days For anyone interested in hairdressing or barbering, these taster days will give you the opportunity to find out if the hairdressing industry is right for you. What is covered on these fun and informal taster days? Introduction to Rewards Hair Academy & health & safety Workshop for you to style and dress hair An introduction into an array of styling equipment and techniques Chat about career progression and opportunities
Date for the next taster day: Friday 28th September 10.30am - 2.30pm Future dates: 26th October and 30th November - Your YES Employability Adviser can help you book a place Rewards Hair Academy 3rd Floor Tower Point, 44 North Road, Brighton BN1 1YR 01273 778631
Thursday 11th October 2018 11.30am-3.30pm @ Brighton Dome, Church Street
FREE to ATTEND
Top Tips for attending Jobs Fairs: Take copies of your up to date CV ….Your YES Adviser can help you update your CV & print copies for you! Research companies attending in advance and be enthusiastic about their company Dress to impress the employers Take a pen/paper or use your phone to make notes at the fair Shake hands and use eye contact to introduce yourself to employers Prepare & practice; tell them your skills & experience, be ready to talk about your strengths Follow up contacts as soon as you can Know your diary; don’t lose a chance for an interview! Your YES Employability Adviser will be happy to help you prepare before you go!
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Thinking about VOLUNTEERING? Volunteering is a great way to try something new, build confidence, skills, experience and looks great on your CV. The chance to make a difference, help other people/the local community, meet new people and feel part of something worthwhile. From a few hours to several months there could be something for you!
Volunteer Centre Brighton, Hove Adur and Worthing Meet people Do something new Make a difference Have fun
Volunteer Plus is a Community Works and Brighton and Hove City Council project which is your local one-stop-shop if you want information on volunteering in Brighton & Hove. We provide help and information about volunteering, making it easier for you to find your ideal opportunity. Database of Brighton & Hove volunteering opportunities: www.volunteerplus.org.uk For more information go to www.bhcommunityworks.org.uk For a chat or help finding opportunities call 01273 234826 or email volunteer@bhcommunityworks.org.uk Volunteering for Young People with Brighton & Hove City Libraries Your chance to experience working in a local library - many roles available. All volunteers are given an induction to the library and receive support from library staff throughout the volunteering experience. **Speak to your YES Adviser for more information and for help applying**
run ‘Stepout’, an exciting new volunteering project for anyone aged 14+. Open to anyone, from those new to volunteering to those who have been doing it for a long time but want to develop skills or new experiences, this could be for you. There are lots of exciting opportunities in the community that you can get involved in. Supported by youth workers, you will get a youth award certificate for taking part and there will be a celebration event at the end! If you want to find out more speak to your YES adviser or give the Hangleton & Knoll Project a call on 01273 706469. Find on Facebook - search: ‘The Hangleton and Knoll Project youth team’ and send a message.
Get ready to STEP OUT!
Positive Placements – An award winning mentoring service that matches trained volunteer mentors from the Brighton and Hove community with young people aged 16-25 not in education, work or training. Young people can meet their mentor weekly for an hour for 6 months to a year and explore what they want to do, get help with their CV, confidence and general well-being . Please contact Geraldine.Hutt@ymcadlg.org or call 0785 0509702 You can find us on Facebook
www.facebook.com/positiveplacements
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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. (Although, if you have previously held an SEN statement or EHCP you can still access the Youth Employability Service up to age 25). The National Careers Service (NCS) offers free help with all aspects of employment, searching for jobs, updating a CV, career changes or looking for learning to enhance skills. NCS have a presence in Brighton & Hove Jobcentres, local libraries and other venues across Brighton and Hove. Call: 0800 100 900 (8am-10pm) or go to: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk An NCS Adviser is available at Jubilee Library Brighton every Wednesday 10am-4pm and Hove Library every other Monday. Call 01329 559 160/9 to book a 1 hour appointment session. The following organisations also offer information, advice and courses for adults. Contact them to see if they are able to help you: Community Learning Team: Information and individual support, free short courses to help get back into learning/volunteering. Tel: 01273 810213 Email: communitylearning@brighton-hove.gov.uk or visit www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/children-and-education/community-learning-team Family Information Service: Information on childcare, health and parenting. Tel: 01273 293545 Friends Centre Brighton: Tel: 01273 810210 or visit www.friendscentre.org In2Work (One Youth Brighton): Provides support for under 26 year olds to get into work, education and training. Tel: 01273 694746 or visit: www.oneyouthbrighton.org.uk Drop-ins: Mondays and Tuesdays 12-3pm at OneChurch, Gloucester Place, Brighton. Kennedy Scott: Help to work is a voluntary employment project that gives you personalised support to help you achieve your career goals (aged 16+ and unemployed).Tel: 01273 734104 www.kennedyscott.co.uk Spear Brighton: A registered charity seeking to inspire young people between 16-24 years to overcome their challenges, realise their potential, get into and stay in work. Email: spearbrighton@gmail.com or Tel: 0771 374 4498 Whitehawk Inn Brighton (BHT): Whitehawk Road, Brighton, BN2 5NS. Are you over 19 and want to get free careers support? A friendly community centre and internet café providing adult education and training, 1-1 professional careers support and 1-1 money advice; internships/voluntary opportunities and free or affordable short courses and clubs. Tel: 01273 682222 or visit www.bht.org.uk/services/the-whitehawk-inn or www.facebook.com/TheWhitehawkInn/ Youth Advice Centre (YAC): 11 St Georges Place, Brighton BN1 4GB Guidance and information drop in service for young people up to the age of 25. Drop-in - Monday to Friday 3-6pm. Tel: 01273 624432 Email: yacservices@ymcadlg.org or visit www.ymcadlg.org Young People’s Centre (YPC): Ship Street, Brighton BN1 1AE Tel: 01273 887886 or visit www.facebook.com/YPCbrighton or http://youngpeoplescentre.org.uk/
Do you live outside of Brighton & Hove? We are unfortunately unable to help if you live outside of Brighton and Hove. Here are the contact details for services in East and West Sussex: East Sussex www.c360.org.uk Tel: 01323 410803 West Sussex www.westsussex.gov.uk/education-children-and-families/your-space/ Adur Find It Out Centre (Advice and information for 13-25 year olds) Tel: 01903 763639 Esteem (based in Shoreham, aims to empower young people aged 14-26 years through education, training and volunteering opportunities) Tel: www.esteem.org.uk
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