Opportunities for You
(YES)
A guide to employment, learning, training and personal development opportunities for 16-19 year olds in Brighton & Hove New in this issue!
Are you 16-19, not in education, employment or training and living in Brighton & Hove?
YES drop-in - new location March16 YEP Panel SwimUK Apprenticeships Skills Training & Halfords Traineeships Suttong & District Level 1 courses Get into the NHS course DV8 paid Internships Brighton Jobs Fair
The Youth Employability Service is here to help! YES Advisers provide free careers information, advice, guidance and support with finding the right apprenticeship, college course, training opportunity or job. To register with us and receive regular one to one support from one of our YES Employability Advisers, come along to a drop-in listed below or give us a call on the number below. You can also contact us through Facebook.
Come along to a Youth Employability Service drop-in: TUESDAY and THURSDAY 1pm - 3pm YOUTH ADVICE CENTRE
FRIDAY 1pm - 4pm WHITEHAWK COMMUNITY HUB
2nd Floor, Ovest House, 58 West Street, Brighton BN1 2RA
179a Whitehawk Road, Brighton BN2 5GD
** Please see ** page 3 for details of the new location for the Youth Advice Centre and Youth Employability Service drop-in from March 2016
TO APPLY FOR ANY OF THE OPPORTUNITIES MENTIONED IN THIS NEWSLETTER CONTACT US OR SPEAK TO YOUR EMPLOYABILITY ADVISER.
call us 01273 294247 email us youthemployabilityservice@brighton-hove.gov.uk
facebook us www.facebook.com/yesbrightonhove tweet us @yesbrightonhove You Tube Channel: ‘YESTVBrighton’
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CONTENTS In this issue……… Page 3:
News from the Youth Employability Service YEP - Youth Employability Service Panel - coming soon! Youth Advice Centre - new address from March 2016 NEW!!
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Apprenticeships www.apprenticeships.gov.uk www.apprenticeships-in-sussex.com New apprenticeships from SwimUK in Brighton NEW!!
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Traineeships Pre-apprenticeship, voluntary work experience placements to help progression onto an Apprenticeship or paid work: Albion in the Community: Pre-Apprenticeship training City College Pre-Apprenticeship programme NEW!! Skills UK & Halfords NEW!! SwimUK: Sports traineeships YMCA Training: Childcare and Health & Social Care
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Study Programmes Flexible programmes at Entry and Level 1 to help develop skills, confidence and preparation for work, an apprenticeship or further education: Access to Music: Level 1 Music Course DV8: Music and Media Production (Art & Design / Creative Upload) Sutton & Distruct: Hair & Beauty, Construction or Employability YMCA Training: Level 1 Childcare and Health & Social Care
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Personal Development Courses Princes Trust: Get into the NHS programme NEW!! DV8 Brighton: paid Internships NEW!! Working It Out: Tomorrow’s People Princes Trust: Team Programme Duke of Edinburgh Award Brighton & Hove
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Upcoming Events& Volunteering Brighton Jobs Fair Do-it.org.uk Brighton and Hove Volunteer Centre
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Help for those aged over 19 or living outside of Brighton and Hove
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NEWS from the Youth Employability Service…
The new Youth Employability Service Panel has started again! The Youth Employability Panel (aged 16-19) meet to give views and opinions on our service and developments/improvements for the future. As part of the panel you get free travel, food and a £10 voucher for coming! You will also take away lots of useful skills and qualifications that will help boost your CV and help towards your dream job. It’s fun too! Here are some of the things the panel has achieved so far: Written and produced a magazine for young people Helped organise and played important roles at events held throughout the year. From this they all achieved an accredited Stewarding Qualification which for some, helped to secure future employment. Gained a Youth Award for being part of the panel
Changes to Youth Employability Service Drop-ins: From March 2016 the Youth Advice Centre will move from Ovest House to: 11 St George’s Place, Brighton BN1 4GB This means the Youth Employability Service drop-in will also move to the new Youth Advice Centre in St George’s Place. Times remain the same: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1pm - 3pm For more information contact YES on 01273 294247
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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? 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 £3.30 per hour (as from October15). 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.
FIND AN APPRENTICESHIP! There’s a new website has replaced the previous National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) address. You can register, search & apply for apprenticeships through the website:
www.apprenticeships.gov.uk The previous website has changed and you will need to create a new log-in and application form to start applying for apprenticeship and traineeship vacancies. You won’t be able to sign in using your account details from the original service, and if you go to the old website, it will redirect you automatically to the new one above. If you need further help with this, you can contact your Employability Adviser or contact the Apprenticeship Helpdesk on 0800 0150400.
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.
SwimUK are a training provider based in Brighton who offer paid apprenticeship opportunities. Recent vacancies include : * Recreation Assistant for Prince Regent Leisure * Swimming Teacher at Brighton Swimming Centre
To find out more go to: www.swimuk.co.uk / E: info@swimuk.org or call us on 01273 434400 SwimUK, Brighton Swimming Centre, Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 5JJ Opportunities for You! - Issue 53 - February’16 - Page 4
Traineeships are pre-apprenticeship programmes aimed to be a stepping stone to an apprenticeship or job. They provide work preparation, work experience as well as maths and English qualifications. The work placements are unpaid but expenses may be available. Traineeship vacancies are also advertised on the Apprenticeship website here: www.apprenticeships.gov.uk
Our Pre-Apprenticeship training programme is designed to help you gain the skills, confidence and experience you need to secure an Apprenticeship. At the end of the programme you will receive a formal interview and reference, and our aim is to provide you with the skills and training to enable you to compete in the job market. What you will gain from our Pre-Apprenticeship programme? The schemes include: A 12 week – 15 week training placement. A choice of personal development qualifications Employability workshops including; CV writing, interview works shops and effective job search techniques. English and Maths Functional Skills for those without GCSE’s at Grade C Who can apply? Our programme is aimed at young people who would not otherwise be in education, employment or training. To be eligible you need to be: Aged 16-24 yrs Qualified below Level 3 (2 x A levels) Be ready for work within 12 – 15 weeks
Will the course cost anything and do the young people get paid? There are no costs involved and travel costs to placements will be covered by AITC. This is a training programme and placements are not paid, but the employer will support trainees to gain valuable work
experience. AITC will offer you a personal mentor and all the support you need to achieve a qualification can help lead to a paid apprenticeship or job
Here at City College, our Pre-apprenticeship programme offers high quality, structured work experience placements with local employers to prepare you for your chosen industry.
Demonstrates you are work ready Provides you with a current employer reference Increases your chances of getting on to a job or into an Apprenticeship
8 weeks – 5 month placement (flexible to learner) Level 1 Enhancing Employability qualification English & Maths training Regular job search support Courses start throughout the year
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2nd Floor, Oliver House, 18 Marine Parade (opposite the Brighton Wheel), Brighton, BN2 1TL
Skills Training now offer Traineeships in Brighton. If you are ready for work but need to build skills and confidence first, then a Traineeship would be right for you. This is a 12 week programme during which you will learn about the work environment, receive English and Maths support and advice on interview tips and how to improve your CV. Work experience is also offered in a range of career areas such as Warehousing, Customer Service and Hospitality and can lead to an apprenticeship. The 4-week work placement will be with a local employer in an industry of your choice. We’re also offering opportunities to work at Halfords which includes a Level 1 Retail qualification (see below) Functional skills in English and maths are studied at the Skills Training centre in Marine Parade Brighton. Participants can continue to receive benefits including JSA. Child benefit can also continue to be paid to parents/carer of those living at home. A weekly bus pass will be provided and a bursary of up to £25pw is available for those eligible. Contact your Employability Adviser for more information and for help applying.
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New Sport Traineeships in Brighton! Swim UK are offering a new and unique sports Traineeship for 16-24 year olds in Brighton.
The course will include: Lifeguard and Gym instructors Level 2 qualifications 2 week placements in leisure Functional Skills Maths and English Leisure industry employment awareness course CV workshops and Apprenticeship recruitment searches SWIM UK T shirt
Swim UK are looking for sporty and enthusiastic young people and want to offer them a truly amazing training opportunity and guide them into an exciting career in sport! To be eligible learners must be aged 16-24 and not in education or employment. Starting: Feb 16 Duration: 12 weeks Location: Brighton, Hove and Sussex area
For more information and to apply contact your Employability Adviser Or go to: www.swimuk.co.uk
Pre-Apprenticeships: Are you between 16-18years? Would you like to complete an apprenticeship in Childcare or Health and Social Care? Would you like help with finding a placement? Would you like to feel more confident about interviews? If you answered yes to the above, YMCA training can offer you: Help with CV writing and interview techniques Work experience placements Cover the cost of getting a DBS completed
YMCA Training are now offering Level 1 Child Care and Health & Social Care To find out more or to apply speak to your Employability Adviser or contact YMCA Training directly on Tel: (01273) 411845
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STUDY Programmes Flexible study programmes at Entry and Level 1, 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 and this will lead them to receiving Functional Skills qualifications in English, Maths and ICT (Entry, Level 1 and Level 2).
Access to Music:
Level 1 Music Course
An introductory course for anyone interested in music who wants to start writing, playing and recording music while gaining essential life & employability skills. Complete music and media related projects to develop job and life skills to help you move on into work or into further education. The course also covers communication, team work, CV building and interview techniques. Course duration: 2-3 days per week Next start date: Ask a YES adviser
Enterprise Point, Melbourne Street (off Lewes Rd) Brighton
DV8 Sussex Level 1 course: Introduction to Music, Media & Digital
12 Queens Square Brighton BN1 3FD
Gain employability skills in the creative industries, market a product through social media and create a digital CV and portfolio. A bursary for help with travel and food is also available if eligible. Level 2 courses also available in Fashion & Design, Live Events & Promotions and Media and Music Production. They also offer apprenticeships!! Course duration: 3 days per week
For details of Open Days and courses, go to www.dv8sussex.com
Sutton & District Training are running level 1 courses for 16-18 year olds in Brighton. There are no entry requirements for these courses. Hair & Beauty - Level 1 Diploma City & Guilds Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector
Crew Club Coolham Drive Brighton
Introduction to the hair and beauty sector including shampoo/condition, styling, skin care, manicure/nail art, salon reception. Includes opportunity for work experience in a salon. Construction - Level 1 Diploma in Skills for Employment in the Construction Industries Introduction construction including electrical installation, plumbing, woodwork, painting and decorating. Also covers; employment skills, customer service and safe working practices. Employability - Level 1 City & Guilds Employability Try a variety of vocational tasters, receive help with preparing for employment by increasing confidence, completing work experience, creating CV, help with applying for college, apprenticeship or employment. (6 months duration)
Course duration: 1 year - 3 days per week. Next start date: limited spaces Jan/Feb
are now offering Level 1 courses at their training centre:
Child Care Health & Social Care Technology House West Road Portslade BN41 1QH
These level 1 diploma courses are much more than just a qualification. They offer an introduction to work and an opportunity to try new skills in the workplace. A bursary for help with travel and food is also available if eligible. Next start date: Ask your YES Adviser
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Courses Information Day: 16th February Taster Day: 18th February Course Runs: 29th February-18th March Speak to your Employability Adviser if you’d like to apply!
Working It Out is a voluntary programme, based in Central Brighton, for 16-24 year olds who needs some extra support with their job searching. The programme offers support to young people to get back into employment, education or training. In small groups, the young people develop their skills and knowledge through a mix of in house training, invited speakers and local employers who come in to offer support. You will also complete at least one community project, team building activity and visits. The programme runs from Monday to Friday for 10 weeks although participants are encouraged to leave early if they secure a place in employment, education or training. Travel expenses are paid and we’ll also have a fun day out at the end of the course.
For more information and to apply contact your Employability Adviser or call the Working It Out Team - Zoe, Lee or Chloe on Tel: (01273) 773913
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses What is the Paid Internship Programme? This February we are launching our new Paid Internship Programme (PIP) for young people aged 16-18 looking for a taste of what the real working world is like. It’s a 6 month opportunity to learn essential skills in CV writing, presentation, and interview techniques, increase your confidence, knowledge and employability in the work place.
How does the Paid Internship Programme work? On applying for a PIP, you will spend an initial 3 days per week, for 3 weeks at Dv8 to cover: Induction Initial Assessment Introduction to employability – Personal presentation, behaviour, time management, teamwork etc Mini Team Project – Putting into practice employability learning Matching you with an employer You will then spend 23 weeks of the Internship with your matched employer (running a total of 6 months from your start date). 3 days a week will be with your employer, and 1 will be at Dv8. The 1 day at Dv8 will include: Reflective practice around experience in work NCFE Employability Award Career and progression planning CV writing and Interview skills Presentation skills Group projects to build employability skills and confidence English and Maths tutorials DV8, 12 Queens Square, Brighton, BN1 3FD www.dv8sussex.com
Working It Out is a voluntary programme, based in Central Brighton, for 16-24 year olds who needs some extra support with their job searching. The programme offers support to young people to get back into employment, education or training. In small groups, the young people develop their skills and knowledge through a mix of in house training, invited speakers and local employers who come in to offer support. You will also complete at least one community project, team building activity and visits. The programme runs from Monday to Friday for 10 weeks although participants are encouraged to leave early if they secure a place in employment, education or training. Travel expenses are paid and we’ll also have a fun day out at the end of the course.
For more information and to apply contact your Employability Adviser or call the Working It Out Team - Zoe, Lee or Chloe on Tel: (01273) 773913 Opportunities for You! - Issue 53 - February’16 - Page 10
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses 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 in employment, teamwork, community skills, first aid and food hygiene. 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. On this course you’ll get the opportunity to: 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 make new friends and have an amazing time! complete a 2-week work placement of your own interest TRAVEL IS FREE AND THERE ARE NO COURSE COSTS Next Start Dates: City College (Pelham St) - 1st February 2016 Hove (Marmion Rd) - 1st February 2016 Whitehawk Inn - 29th February 2016
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) is a programme of voluntary activities available to everyone between the ages of 14 and 25. It's delivered all over the country by schools, youth clubs, DofE Open Centres, and other projects, and you can use it to develop existing interests or try something new. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award is not competitive; any one with the necessary perseverance, enterprise and effort can gain an Award, including those with disabilities. There are three level of Awards: · Bronze for those aged over 14 · Silver for those aged over 15 · Gold for those aged over 16 years Each Award is separate, and you can either progress . through all three, or start bronze, silver or gold as you wish. If you don't belong to an organisation that runs the DofE, you can still participate by going to one of the drop-in centres in Brighton & Portslade: CARDEN (Youth Office, Carden Avenue) – drop in every Friday 7-8.30pm Contact: Debbie.tabis@brighton-hove.gov.uk PORTSLADE (Village Centre, Windelsham Close) – drop in every Monday 7-8.30pm Contact: Rachel.paget@brighton-hove.gov.uk The local website gives more information and contact details:
www.brightonandhovedofe.org
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UPCOMING EVENTS… Date for your Diary! The next Brighton Jobs Fair takes place on 19th February, 2016 at the The Grand Hotel - 10am to 2pm Come dressed to impress as employers will be there on the day recruiting, and don’t forget your CV!! www.thejobfairs.co.uk/job-fairs
Thinking about volunteering? Volunteering is a great opportunity to make a difference; give back to your community, meet new people, get new experiences, get a sense of achievement and make a difference to other people’s lives, feel a part of something great; all while gaining valuable skills and experiences and adding something great to your CV! Anything from a few hours to several months there could be something for you!
Volunteering is easy. 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. It should also be fun! 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- get out there and Do-it! There is also information about volunteering abroad!
Check out the range of opportunities in Brighton and Hove at: www.do-it.org.uk
VOLUNTEER CENTRE BRIGHTON AND HOVE The Volunteer Centre Brighton and Hove celebrates the amazing and inspiring contribution of volunteers and makes it easier for young people to find fun and fulfilling volunteering opportunities. They provide a range of help and information on volunteering. For more information and to contact the Brighton and Hove Volunteer Centre go to website: http://bhcommunityworks.org.uk/volunteering If you want to talk to somebody in confidence about volunteering you can call the Volunteer Centre on 01273 234826 or email volunteercentre@bhcommunityworks.org.uk. Talk or leave a message and someone will get back to you.
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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 (Open every day from 8am to 10pm) or go to the web page: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk 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 Tel: 01273 294247 and we can advise on help available. 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 Brighton: Lucraft Road, Brighton BN2 4PN. Community learning, arts, crafts and music courses as well as access to advice on learning, job search and money management. Tel: 01273 687053 or visit www.thebridgebrighton.com City College Brighton & Hove - Opening Doors: 4 week employability programmes for unemployed people aged 19+ in receipt of JSA or ESA. Subjects include: business admin, health and social care, IT and retail. Programmes start every few months. Tel: 01273 667712 or Email: openingdoors@ccb.ac.uk Community Learning Team: For information about free courses to help get back into learning and volunteering. Tel: 01273 294 287 or Email: communitylearning@brighton-hove.gov.uk or visit www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/children-and-education/community-learning-team Family Information Service: Provides information on childcare, health and parenting etc.Tel: 01273 293545 Friends Centre Brighton: Tel: 01273 810210 or visit www.friendscentre.org.uk 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 at Young People’s Centre, Brighton (see below) 3-5pm. Tuesday and Wednesdays at OneChurch, Gloucester Place, Brighton 12-3pm Portslade Adult Learning Centre: 55 Boundary Road, Hove BN3 4EF Tel: 01273 382739. Job Club drop-in every Wednesday 9.30am-1pm. Whitehawk Inn Brighton: Whitehawk Road, Brighton, BN2 5NS. Tel: 01273 682222 or visit www.whinn.org.uk Youth Advice Centre (YAC): Ovest House, 58 West Street Brighton BN1 2RA. Guidance and information drop in service for young people up to the age of 25. Drop-in - Monday to Friday 3-6pm. Tel: 01273 828828 Email: yacservices@ymcadlg.org or visit www.ymcadlg.org * from March 2016 YAC will be at a new address - 11 St George’s Place, Brighton BN1 4GB (see page 3)
Young People’s Centre (YPC): Ship Street, Brighton BN1 1AE Tel: 01273 887886 or visit www.facebook.com/YPCbrighton or http://youngpeoplescentre.co.uk/ Youth Service Brighton & Hove: for further information and updates about local services visit www.facebook.com/BrightonandHoveYouth
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 (see above). 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 Youth Employability Service East Sussex (Eastbourne) Tel: 01323 410803 Youth Employability Service East Sussex (Hastings) Tel: 01424 722045
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 Opportunities for You! - Issue 53 - February’16 - Page 13