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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 94 October 2019
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! Our YES Employability Advisers provide free careers information, advice, guidance and support with finding the right apprenticeship, college course, training or job. To register to receive one to one support from an Adviser call the number below or you can contact us through Facebook. (*if you have an additional learning need and/or disability you can access support from YES up to the age of 25. Young carers and care leavers from Brighton and Hove can also access this support up to the age of 25).
NEW IN THIS ISSUE! Customer Service Week – we would love to hear from you DV8 Lifeskills Course Skills Training Business Enterprise Course (level 2) Room to Rant with Audio Active HOP Practical Skills in Construction Course Brighton Jobs Fair Argus Job Fair Local College Open Events Sussex Wildlife Trust Youth Rangers Project
Get in touch!
Call us on: 01273 294247
Email youthemployabilityservice@brighton-hove.gov.uk Facebook www.facebook.com/yesbrightonhove Tweet @yesbrightonhove YouTube channel: YESTVBrighton Snapchat! @yesbrightonhove Instagram @yesbrightonhove TO APPLY FOR ANY OF THE OPPORTUNITIES MENTIONED IN THIS NEWSLETTER CONTACT US OR SPEAK TO YOUR YES EMPLOYABILITY ADVISER Opportunities for You! - Issue 94 - Oct 2019 - Page 1
CONTENTS (YES)
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News from the Youth Employability Service AQA unit awards available @ YES Customer Service Week - customer satisfaction survey
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Apprenticeships www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship and www.apprenticeships-in-sussex.com Link to early years and childcare weekly job vacancy list
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Traineeships Work experience placements to help move into an apprenticeship or paid work: Skills Training UK Traineeships: various Smart Training Traineeships: various Whitehead-Ross Traineeships: various UK Unsigned Education Traineeships: various
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Study Programmes Entry and Level 1 courses including English/Maths functional skills: DV8: Introduction to Music, Media & Digital and new Lifeskills course NEW! GB Metropolitan College: Pathfinder course (replacing Pathways) Skills Training UK including new Business Enterprise course NEW! Brighton Learning Compass (Sutton District Training)
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Personal Development Courses Albion in the Community: Premier League Works programme Military Preparation College Eastbourne One Church: Pro Barista coffee making introductory sessions Princes Trust: Team Programmes and Development Awards information Room to Rant: Audio Active NEW! Spear: Work Programme NEW Time and Venue! HOP - 9 day Introduction to Practical Skills in Construction Course NEW!
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Dates for your Diary Jobs Fairs: Brighton Jobs Fair and Argus Job Fair NEW! Rewards Hair Academy Taster Days (formerly LookFantastic Training) Local college open events coming up in the autumn
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Volunteering Brighton & Hove Volunteer Centre: Volunteer Plus - one-stop-shop website Do-It.org.uk: Search for volunteering opportunities Sussex Wildlife Trust: Youth Rangers volunteer project NEW!
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Help for those aged over 19 or living outside of Brighton and Hove Youth Employability Service East Sussex new website NEW!
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NEWS from the Youth Employability Service..
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NEWS from the Youth Employability Service..
Customer Service Week 7-11 October 2019 We would love to hear from you! If you have ever worked with the Youth Employability Service we would love to hear your feedback. To do this, you go online and complete a short 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
Look out for #FeedbackFriday each week on our social media channels!
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I really enjoyed my sessions with my YES Adviser who was extremely helpful and caring. She helped me to apply for college and a work placement. She is always so happy and kind (Sept19)
I wouldn’t have done it without my adviser’s help. Thank you for all your help over these past weeks.
Have you thought about an
Apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is not just a job. It is about learning skills that you can use for life, earning a decent wage and getting qualified at the same time. If you are aged 16 or over and live in England you can do an apprenticeship. If you didn’t get a grade 4 (or C) in your maths and English GCSEs, you will study functional skills as part of your apprenticeship. This means you can achieve a level 2 qualification in maths and English as well as your main apprenticeship qualification. The minimum wage for an apprentice aged 16-18 is now £3.90 per hour. This is the minimum an employer can pay by law, but many employers will pay more than this.
How do I apply for an Apprenticeship? To find local apprenticeship vacancies, have a look on the National Apprenticeship Service website:
http://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship and
http://www.apprenticeships-in-sussex.com If you haven’t already, you will need to create an account and start the application process. Your YES Employability Adviser will be able to help with this.
Apprenticeships are available in many different career areas including IT, hairdressing, plumbing, construction trades, motor vehicle, childcare, catering, business administration and more.
Not quite ready for an Apprenticeship? Why not consider doing a traineeship first? A Traineeship is a flexible education and training programme with work experience. Try various types of jobs and become ‘work ready’ while improving your English and maths. 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. 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 7-8 for the Traineeships available in Brighton & Hove
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www.furthermyfuture.com A free apprenticeship matching service. Combines an online employability programme to complete whilst being matched to suitable opportunities. For anyone aged 16-24 searching for their ideal career. If you are looking for a childcare apprenticeship check the weekly childcare job vacancy list here: http://bit.ly/2oRsX63 You can sign up to receive this by email each week!
Your YES Employability Adviser will help you to search and apply for apprenticeships!
Traineeships are pre-apprenticeship programmes, a stepping stone to an apprenticeship or employment. Providing work experience as well as maths and English qualifications. The work placements are unpaid but expenses may be available.
Skills Training run Traineeships which can help you progress into a job or an apprenticeship: 100 hour work placement in: Business Admin Hospitality Retail Warehousing and more Work towards qualifications in English and maths up to level 2. Access a range of short courses including First Aid, Health & Safety and Food Hygiene. Duration: 4 days pw Mon-Thurs 9.30am-3.30pm Eligibility: Aged 16-24 and not have a level 3 or above qualification Take to interview: CV, 1 form of ID (birth certificate, bank card, NI number) & qualification certificates Financial help: Bursary available if eligible, up to £40 per week Incentives are on offer to all learners Free breakfast and lunch provided each day and travel to the centre and work placements are paid. LOCATION: Skills Training UK, 3rd Floor, Tower Point, 44 North Road, Brighton, BN1 1YR
Smart Training and Recruitment Traineeships Work placements with the British Heart Foundation for 16-18 year olds: Retail Warehousing Learn essential skills for paid employment - customer service, payment handling, dealing with stock. Includes health and safety and manual handling training. Supportive training in the work place.
Work experience in a real work setting Learners can also study functional skills in maths and English Training Adviser visits the learner regularly Travel to placement is reimbursed (up to £15 per week) A weekly attendance allowance is paid (£40 pw, £20 on benefit)
LOCATION: Working in a shop or warehouse in the Brighton & Hove area (not in a classroom) Hours: 24 hours per week - may include some weekends (Mon-Sun on rota) Duration: Placement lasts from 6 weeks to 6 months
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Traineeships are pre-apprenticeship programmes, a stepping stone to an apprenticeship or employment. Providing work experience as well as maths and English qualifications. The work placements are unpaid but expenses may be available.
Whitehead Ross offer Traineeships in:
Airport Ground Operations Business Administration Childcare Classroom Assistant Health & Social Care Travel & Tourism
Build experience through a work placement whilst gaining work related qualifications to make you more employable and to add to your CV. You will work in a supportive and friendly environment. Small groups with a maximum of 6 people Duration: 3 days pw 2 days pw on work placement with a local employer. Mon to Fri - 16 weeks. Eligibility: Aged 16-18. Highest existing qualification must be at level 2/GCSE or below. Financial help: Bursary available if eligible. LOCATION: Lower Ground, 7 Marlborough Place, Brighton BN1 1UB
Next start date: September 2019
UK Unsigned Traineeships - PAID WORK PLACEMENTS across different career sectors. Gain transferrable skills including employability skills, customer service, hospitality, event planning, marking & media, IT skills, DJ/radio presenting, music and stage production, club night promotion. Use state of the art Mac suite with access to recording/rehearsal studio. Qualification: National accredited industry standard qualifications. Maths and English to GCSE level. Duration: 6 months Financial help: Bursary if eligible. Daily travel/refreshment expenses. LOCATION: Brighton Youth Centre, 64 Edward Street, Brighton BN2 0JR Speak to your YES Employability Adviser for more information and for help applying. Opportunities for You! - Issue 94 - Oct 2019 - Page 8
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).
DV8 Sussex - Level 1 courses: Introduction to Music, Media and Digital Level 1
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. Use stop motion animation, build skills in digital marketing and blogging. Qualifications: Level 1 BTEC award in Music Production or Creative Media Production. Functional skills English & Maths.
Lifeskills (Business and Enterprise) Level 1 Content: Designed to prepare young people in everyday life and support progression into FE/employment. Focuses on building confidence and team work, including communication/presentation and independent living skills. Work on volunteering projects/work placement, develop employment skills and create a CV. Take part in an outdoor curriculum looking at growing food, healthy eating, and cooking. Qualifications: Level 1 Certificate in Business & Enterprise. English & Maths. Course duration: 1 year - 3 days per week Next start date: Apply now! Additional info: Small class size (maximum 14 students), industry expert tutors. Financial support available: Bursary available for those eligible. DV8 also offer level 2 & 3 courses (Event Management, Music Production/Performance) and traineeships.
Pathfinder Course (entry level) *details may change Central Campus Pelham Street, Brighton BN1 4FA East Campus Wilson Avenue Brighton BN2 5PB Shoreham Campus Cecil Pashley Way Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 5FF
Content: The new Pathfinder course (replacing the Pathways programme) helps to prepare you for college with the aim of moving you on to Level 1 or 2 courses. This programme includes taster sessions in curriculum subjects to help you decide which is the right course for you and gives you the chance to learn and improve self-confidence, self-esteem, skills and employability working in small classes. Later on in the course students will get to choose a taster session: Get Started: Business, IT and Travel & Tourism Introduction to Hair & Beauty Public Services & Sport Taster in Motor Vehicle (at Shoreham)
LEVEL 1 Courses: Care Construction Sport Course duration: 1 year - 3 days per week Next start dates: Space still available Financial support available: Bursary available for those eligible. To find out more go to: www.gbmc.ac.uk A free college mini bus runs between Pelham St and Wilson Ave campuses. GB Met College also offers level 2 and 3 courses and apprenticeships.
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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).
Skills Training Study Programmes Level 1 and 2 Health and Social Care
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3 Floor Tower Point, 44 North Road, Brighton, BN1 1YR
Content: Human Lifespan Development, Health and Social Care Values Healthy Living, Effective Communication in Health and Social Care. Qualification: Level 1/2 BTEC First Certificate in Health and Social Care. English and maths qualifications (if learner has not yet achieved GCSE grade 4/C).
Level 2 Business Enterprise Content: Learn about business and enterprise, product and service research, promoting and financing your business, pitching a product. Other qualifications available on this course: Qualification: Level 2 Business Enterprise Technical Certificate and level 2 BTEC Award in Customer Service. English and maths qualifications (if learner has not yet achieved GCSE grade 4/C). These courses include a work experience placement with a local employer and access to 1-2-1 mentoring and advice from tutors. Financial support available: Bursary (up to £40pw) and travel support available if eligible. Free breakfast and lunch provided each day and travel to the centre and work placements are paid. Attendance/achievement bonus scheme of up to £275. Duration: 4 days pw Mon-Thurs 10am start Next Start Date: Apply now! Skills Training also offer Traineeships (see page7)
Art & Design Customer Services* Business & Enterprise* English and Maths Entry Level 1 & 2/GCSE Ash Cottage, Warren Road, Woodingdean BN2 6DA
Free training for 16-19 year olds. Learn practical skills and gain accredited qualifications in small, friendly, supportive environment. Learners will be helped on to a smooth transition into employment or further studies. Financial support available: Learners may be eligible for a bursary. Free breakfast and lunch provided each day and travel to the centre and work placements are paid. Course duration: 1 year - 3 days per week Start date: Started September 2019 but space still available to start now *Learning Compass also offer level 2 Business & Enterprise and Customer Services New Gaming Level 2 Course (see the next page)
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OTHER FULL-TIME Courses from September ď‚Ť New Gaming Level 2 Course from September @ Sutton & District Training Brighton
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT activities Premier League Works Programme Albion in the Community 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. You’ll also benefit from a work experience placement. Achieve Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills plus other work related qualifications. Location: Amex Stadium, Village Way, Brighton BN1 9PL Albion in the Community also offers the following courses: ‘Work Ready’ (2 days), ‘Employability Development Programme’. As well as Level 2 courses in: ‘Fitness Instructing’, ‘Understanding Nutrition and Health’ and ‘Spectator Safety’.
The Military Preparation College Eastbourne An introduction for those who want a career within uniformed services - Armed Forces, Fire or Police service. At least 50% of each day is spent doing physical exercise and learning outdoors. Qualifications: Level 2 Diploma for Entry into Uniformed Services, Level 2 Diploma in Employability Study functional skills qualifications in English and maths if needed. To find out more go along to a weekly drop-in session held every Friday 10-12pm and 2-4pm. You can also visit 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 Financial support available: Bursaries available for those eligible to 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 One Church Brighton Speciality coffee training Bloom drop-in: Free weekly coffee drop-ins in a relaxed space to meet others, have a go at using the equipment and learn all about coffee. Taster sessions (known as ‘Bloom’) are held Monday to Wednesday 12-3pm Location: One Church, Gloucester Place, Brighton.
Barista Introductory Course: A 4 day intensive course which covers all the foundations of being a speciality barista. Gain a certificate from the SCA (Speciality Coffee Association) which will enhance your chance of finding real paid work. There will also be the chance to volunteer in a short work experience placement to put newly gained skills into practice.
Princes Trust Team Programme Run by Greater Brighton Metropolitan College FREE 12 week employability course for 16-25 year olds 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 to help to achieve goals. Developing communication, leadership and teamwork skills through projects in the community. Full-time programme designed to bring out the best in you and help you: Build your confidence and motivation Gain work experience Achieve nationally recognised qualification in employment, teamwork, first aid & food hygiene Make a real difference in your community Have a great looking CV with new skills and experiences Focus on job search activities ….includes an action packed week away! Those on UC/Jobseeker's Allowance can still claim this during the course. Travel expenses are also paid. Next start dates: 30 September - Central Brighton Team Brighton Met Central Campus, Pelham St (then 27 Jan 2020) 6 January - Whitehawk Team The Bungalow, Brighton MET East Campus
Development Awards are also available to young people through the Prince’s Trust to help with the cost of courses, equipment, licence fees and more. Speak to your YES Employability Adviser for more information and for help applying. Opportunities for You! - Issue 94 - Oct 2019 - Page 13
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT activities Room to Rant a space for young men to ‘get stuff off their chest’. Members are encouraged to be themselves, exploring their struggles and life experiences through spoken word, rap and hip hop. These relaxed weekly drop-ins help build on lyric writing and improvisation skills and are run by two highly experienced rappers, well respected in the hip hop and music scene in Brighton. No previous experience is necessary. Feedback from the last Room to Rant was really positive: ‘It helped me manage my emotions better in the group because I could talk about things and people understand, no one judged me’.
“This is such an important project because services for young people are disappearing fast and young people, especially the ones who get left out, need more places where they can thrive” Rag’n’Bone Man – AudioActive Patron
Are you 16-24 years old and serious about finding work? Spear is a free, interactive programme that gets you ready for work or further training. Spear Foundation - 6 weeks of group and 1-1- coaching includes: CV and cover letter Interview training Next programme starts: Job-skills matching Tues 5 November Increased confidence Professional communication skills Spear Career - 12 months of free coaching: Intensive into-work support Job application workshops Customer service qualifications Specialised opportunities for Spear candidates Help to succeed in work
Duration: Spear Foundation: Mon-Fri 1.30-4.30pm 6 weeks Spear Career: Can be up to 12 months mentoring programme Location: St Peter’s Church York Place, Brighton BN1 4GU
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Construction
Date: 21 to 31 October 2019 Mon-Fri 9 days Location Brighton seafront and visiting local construction sites
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY… Brighton Jobs Fair Fri 11 October 10am-2pm Location: Jurys Inn Brighton Waterfront Hotel
Argus Job Fair Thurs 17 October 11.30am-3.30pm Location: Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE
Top Tips for attending Jobs Fairs: Take copies of your up to date CV. Your YES Adviser can help you update and print your CV! Research companies attending in advance and be enthusiastic about their company Dress to impress the employers and 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!
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. Introduction to Rewards Hair Academy & health & safety Workshop to style and dress hair with introduction to equipment Chat about career progression and opportunities Date for the next taster days: Fri 25 October and Fri 29 Nov 10.30am-2.30pm Location: 3rd Floor, Tower Point, 44 North Road, Brighton BN1 1Y
Local College Open Events 2019-20 Going to a college open event gives you the chance to find out more about the courses available and to look around. Your YES Adviser can help you to look at career and course options. Dates for local college open events: BHASVIC Wednesday 13 November 2019 6.30pm-9pm Hove Thursday 14 November 2019 East Sussex College Lewes Wednesday 13 November 2019 (was Sussex Downs College) Thursday 5 December 2019 East Sussex College Thursday 24 October 2019 Eastbourne Tuesday 3 December 2019 Greater Brighton MET College Brighton Wednesday 16 October 2019 5pm-7pm Central Campus (Pelham Street) and Wednesday 20 November 2019 5pm-7pm East Campus (Wilson Avenue) Free shuttle bus runs between sites Greater Brighton MET College Northbrook Wednesday 23 October 2019 5pm-7pm Broadwater Campus (Broadwater Rd), Wednesday 27 November 2019 5pm-7pm West Durrington Campus (Littlehampton Rd) and Shoreham Airport Campus Plumpton College Saturday 9 November 2019 9am-12pm Near Lewes Saturday 7 December (Stanmer) 9am-12pm Free shuttle bus to/from Lewes Railway Station. Varndean College Tuesday 22 October 2019 6.30pm-9pm Brighton Wednesday 23 October 2019 6.30pm-9pm Opportunities for You! - Issue 94 - Oct 2019 - Page 16
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 the local one-stop-shop for information on volunteering in Brighton & Hove. Do something amazing today and checkout our database of Brighton & Hove volunteering opportunities: www.volunteerplus.org.uk For more information go to www.bhcommunityworks.org.uk call 01273 234826 or email volunteer@bhcommunityworks.org.uk
Volunteering is easy and fun. It’s about giving your time to do something useful, without getting paid (although expenses may be paid). In return you get the satisfaction of time and effort well spent. The range of opportunities is huge. Whatever skills and experience you have there is something that you can do. Millions of people in this country already volunteer, but many more are needed. So use the DO-IT database to search for opportunities in your area. There is also information about volunteering abroad! Check out the range of opportunities in Brighton and Hove at: www.do-it.org.uk
Youth Rangers for 16-25 year olds Volunteer project to help improve conservation and green area for wildlife and people while having fun, learning new skills, gaining valuable experience and enhancing job and other volunteering prospects. No experience necessary. Everybody is very welcome! Typical tasks: Coppicing, hedge planting, green woodworking, food growing and composting, meadow planting, monitoring wildlife, pond maintenance, bird/bat boxes, orchard maintenance, scrub clearance, maintaining Forest School sites, basic bushcraft and more. Where/When: Sessions run every Thursday between 10am-3pm at various locations across Brighton. Refreshments and lunch provided - cooked over a fire. It is advisable to wear strong shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather. Some travel expenses are available, ask for details. How to apply: Register interest by emailing Huw.Morgan@brighton-hove.gov.uk to receive weekly email updates with task details and location.
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Aged 19+ or living outside Brighton & Hove Are you now over 19? If you have an additional learning need and/or disability you can access support from the Youth Employability Service up to the age of 25. Young carers and care leavers (from Brighton and Hove) can also access this support up to the age of 25. To sign up for support call Tel: 01273 294247. 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 offer appointments at Brighton Jubilee Library, Brighton Job Centre, Hove Job Centre and Friends Centre on certain days. Call 01329 559 169 to book a 1 hour appointment session or call: 0800 100 900 (8am-10pm) or go to: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk The following organisations also offer careers information, advice and courses for adults. Contact them to see if they are able to help you: Family Information Service Brighton & Hove City Council: childcare, health and parenting support. Tel: 01273 293545 Friends Centre Brighton: Tel: 01273 810210 or visit www.friendscentre.org Kennedy Scott: Careers advice. Tel: 01273 734014 www.kennedyscott.co.uk Spear Brighton: Helping 16-24 years to overcome their challenges, realise their potential, get into and stay in work. Tel: 01273 311640 or Email: spearbrighton@gmail.com 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 cafÊ providing adult education and training, 1-1 professional careers support, 1-1 money advice; internships/voluntary opportunities and free or affordable short courses. Tel: 01273 682222 www.bht.org.uk/services/the-whitehawk-inn or www.facebook.com/TheWhitehawkInn Youth Advice Centre (YAC): 11 St Georges Place, Brighton BN1 4GB General advice drop in service for young people up to the age of 25. Drop-in - Mon to Fri 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 Youth Employability Service www.c360.org.uk Facebook www.facebook.com/YESEastSussex www.themytrust.org/youth-employability-service-yes Hastings - 11 Cambridge Road, Hastings TN34 1DJ Tel: 01424 722045 Eastbourne - 5 Chiswick Place, Eastbourne BN21 4NH Tel: 01323 410803 West Sussex Education & Skills Careers Team www.westsussex.gov.uk/careers Email: careersadvice@westsussex.gov.uk YourSpace Facebook www.facebook.com/yourspacewestsussex Twitter https://twitter.com/WSYourSpace Instagram www.instagram.com/yourspacewestsussex/?hl=en FinditOut (Advice and information for 13-25 year olds) Facebook www.facebook.com/finditoutwestsussex Other services in West Sussex: Esteem (based in Shoreham, aims to empower young people aged 14-26 years through education, training and volunteering opportunities) Tel: www.esteem.org.uk Opportunities for You! - Issue 94 - Oct 2019 - Page 18