Opportunities for YOU! September 2019 issue by Rose Employability

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 93 September 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!  Lifeskills course at DV8  Entry Level Course at GB Met College  Health and Social Care Level 1/2 at Skills Training  It’s not too late to apply to college - last minute places may be available!  College Bursary and Care to Learn Information  Development Awards (help with course costs etc.)  You Can Start Up: Free 5 day business course  Princes Trust Enterprise course (starting up a business)  Free CSCS Workshop and Card  HOP Practical Skills in Construction Course  Local College Open Events  Careers support for young people in East/West Sussex

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 93 - Sept 2019 - Page 1

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News from the Youth Employability Service  AQA unit awards available @ YES  Customer satisfaction survey - we would love to hear your feedback Apprenticeships  www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship and www.apprenticeships-in-sussex.com  Link to early years and childcare weekly job vacancy list 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 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) NEW!  Skills Training UK and new level 1/2 health and social care NEW!  Brighton Learning Compass (Sutton District Training) It’s not too late to apply to college this September  Games Design & ESports course: Brighton Learning Compass  Local college and bursary information including Care to Learn NEW! Personal Development Courses & Other Activities  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 NEW!  Routes Internships  Spear: Work Programme  You Can Start Up: Free 5 day business training course NEW!  Princes Trust: Enterprise Programme NEW!  Free 2 day CSCS Workshop and Card NEW!  HOP 5 day Introduction to Practical Skills in Construction Course NEW! Dates for your Diary  Jobs Fair: Brighton Jobcentre Jobs Fair  Rewards Hair Academy Taster Days (formerly LookFantastic Training)  Local college open events coming up in the autumn NEW! Volunteering  Brighton & Hove Volunteer Centre: Volunteer Plus - one-stop-shop website  Brighton & Hove Libraries volunteering opportunities for young people  Do-It.org.uk: Search for volunteering opportunities  Positive Placements mentoring programme with YMCA Help for those aged over 19 or living outside of Brighton and Hove  New careers support for young people in West Sussex NEW - updated info!  Youth Employability Service Eastbourne NEW address!

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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 “Thank you for all your support!” ... written in a lovely thank you card to comments will help us celebrate our successes or one of our advisers from their client who 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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has now started a childcare apprenticeship!

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’ll use for the rest of your 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? Here’s why… A Traineeship is a flexible education and training programme with work experience. 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.

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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. Ask your YES Adviser if you would like help with this. 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 aimed to be 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:   

Learn ‘on the job’ through a 100 hour work placement with an employer in a sector of your choice including; retail, business admin, hospitality or 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 10am start 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 British Heart Foundation Traineeship programme, for 16-18 year olds, offering work placements in retail and warehouse. Stringent and supportive training is offered to help learners gain essential skills for paid employment. Learn customer service, payment handling, team work, dealing with stock. Includes health and safety and manual handling training.  Work experience in a real work setting – retail and warehouse  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 Speak to your YES Employability Adviser for more information and for help applying

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Whitehead Ross offer Traineeships in:  Airport Ground Operations  Business Administration  Childcare  Classroom Assistant  Health & Social Care  Travel & Tourism An opportunity to 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. Your 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

Are you looking to work in a Support role in a school or nursery? Support Work in Schools City and Guilds Level 2 Award STARTS: Thurs 12 September 10am-2pm (14 sessions) Free course for unemployed, aged 16+, living in Brighton & Hove or West Sussex, legally resident in UK.

Next start date: September 2019

UK Unsigned Traineeships - PAID WORK PLACEMENTS across different career sectors. Location: Gain transferrable skills including employability customer service, hospitality, event planning, Brighton Youthskills, Centre 64 Edward Street marking & media, IT skills, DJ/radio presenting, music and stage production, club night promotion. 0JR Use state of the art Mac suite withBrighton, access toBN2 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 Opportunities for You! - Issue 93 - Sept 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

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) 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: September 2019 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: September 2019 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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Skills Training Study Programmes  Level 1/2 Health and Social Care

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 Administration Content: Learn about providing administrative services. Use technology to process and communicate information. Plan, organise, support business events. Other qualifications available on this course: Qualification: Level 2 Business Administration 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: September 2019 Skills Training also offer Traineeships

 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: September 2019 *Learning Compass also offer level 2 Business & Enterprise and Customer Services  New Gaming Level 2 Course starts September (see the next page)

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OTHER FULL-TIME Courses from September ï&#x201A;« New Gaming Level 2 Course starts September @ Learning Compass Brighton

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There’s still time to apply to college this September! Space may still be available to start now on some courses at local colleges! For careers advice and to look at courses with availability speak to your YES Employability Adviser. Brighton Aldridge Academy (BACA): Pelham Street, Brighton BN1 4FA Tel: 01273 667788 www.baca-uk.org.uk BHASVIC: 205 Dyke Road, Hove BN3 6EG Tel: 01273 552200 www.bhasvic.ac.uk DV8 Brighton: 12 Queens Square, Brighton BN1 3FD Tel: 01273 550432 www.dv8sussex.com East Sussex College (was Sussex Downs): 1 Mountfield Road, Lewes BN7 2XH Tel: 0303 0039200 www.escg.ac.uk Greater Brighton Metropolitan College: Pelham Street, Brighton BN1 4FA Tel: 01273 667788 www.gbmc.ac.uk Northbrook: 3 campuses in Broadwater, Durrington & Shoreham. Tel: 01273 667704 www.gbmc.ac.uk Plumpton College: Ditchling Road, Lewes BN7 3AE Tel: 01273 890454 www.plumpton.ac.uk Varndean College: Surrenden Road, Brighton BN1 6WQ Tel: 01273 508011 www.varndean.ac.uk

Financial Help: You could get a bursary to help with education-related costs if you’re aged 16 to 19 and studying at a publicly funded school or college (not a university) or on a training course, including unpaid work experience. The bursary helps with clothing, books and other equipment for your course or transport and lunch on days you study or train. Apply to your school, college or training provider. Ask student services or your tutor to explain what you need to do. Apply once you know where you’ll study or train, so you’ll get your bursary as soon as possible.

Care to Learn (C2L) for Young Parents 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 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. Opportunities for You! - Issue 93 - Sept 2019 - Page 12

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. Next start date: September 2019 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’. Come along and join us at the Amex Stadium! Contact you YES Employability Adviser to apply!

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) Opportunities for You! - Issue 93 - Sept 2019 - Page 13

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT activities One Church Brighton Speciality coffee training Bloom drop-in: Free weekly coffee drop-in’s 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. Speak to your YES Employability Adviser for more information and for help applying

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) See page 16 to find out about the Prince’s Trust Enterprise course (support starting a business). Development Awards are also available 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 to apply for these. Opportunities for You! - Issue 93 - Sept 2019 - Page 14

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT activities

Routes Internship Programme offering free, personal support for anyone aged 18+ needing some help on their journey into employment. Each internship lasts 12 weeks, giving the chance to gain a range of work related skills and valuable practical work experience whilst on temporary work placements. You will work alongside friendly, experienced staff and have your own Routes Adviser. You will also receive help with developing your customer service skills, as well as learning how to use a variety of IT packages. Interview practice and help with job search and applications is also available. This is unpaid but help is available for travel, training and childcare costs. Start date: Throughout the year Duration: 12 weeks Age: For anyone aged 18+ Where?  Hangleton & Knoll Project  Whitehawk Inn, Whitehawk Road, Brighton (BHT) Speak to your YES Employability Adviser for help applying for this

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 Next programme starts:  Interview training  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

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Duration: Spear Foundation: Mon-Fri 2-5pm 6 weeks Spear Career: Can be up to 12 months mentoring programme Location: Phoenix Community Centre, 2 Phoenix Place Brighton BN2 9ND

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Starting Business Open to anyone (aged 16 +) with a business idea however big or small. Learn about starting a business, having a plan, setting up a website, tax and benefits. After the course learners will get ongoing support getting the business started. Speak to your YES Adviser to apply!

Start date: 9 - 13 September Mon-Fri 10am-3pm Location: Phoenix Brighton 10-14 Waterloo Place BN2 9NB Times can be flexible for those with childcare needs or other commitments. Help with travel and childcare costs also available if agreed before starting.

Enterprise Programme Support starting a business for age 16-30 Next date: 17 - 19 September Location: The Brighthelm Centre, Central Brighton Duration: 3 days Tues-Thurs What’s involved in Enterprise? Got a business in mind or want to explore an idea? From training and mentoring support to funding and resources, you’ll be supported to help you become the best entrepreneur you can be. If you’d prefer to learn flexibly with online mentor support you can sign up to Enterprise online. Stage 1: Info Session - Meet the Team An introduction to the programme. If you're still keen, you’ll be invited onto the 3-day interactive workshop. Stage 2: Workshop - Explore Meet other like-minded people. You'll also have the chance to hear from a business adviser, covering everything from business planning and marketing to sales, budgeting and tax. Explore personal finance and legal structures, think about personal goals and skills. Learn about dealing with the HMRC and compiling a business plan. Achieve the Level 1 Award in Exploring Enterprise. Stage 3: Build your Business A mentor will support you as you plan and test your ideas. You'll even have the opportunity to apply for funding. Get started with market research, writing your business plan and considering finance. You could even gain a Level 2 certificate once your business plan is finished. Stage 4: Launch Before launch, you'll present your business plan to the Business Launch Group to ensure your idea is viable and sustainable with no weak points in your plan. If approved*, your mentor will support you for two years. There’s also additional start-up finance support if you need it. If, at any point during the programme, you decide selfemployment isn’t for you, it’s not a problem; we can give you six months of mentoring support to help you understand where you want to be. (*It’s never our goal to set anyone up to fail but if the panel decides that your business plan isn’t ready, they’ll give you feedback to help improve it and support for six months to help you find what works for you). Opportunities for You! - Issue 93 - Sept 2019 - Page 16

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Construction

Training Brighton FREE CSCS COURSE and CSCS LABOURERS CARD for 16-24yr olds who are and not in education, employment or training (NEET) Location: Tempus Training at: 4th Floor, Tower Point 44 North Road, Brighton, BN1 1YR (up steps and press buzzer for 4th floor)

Dates: Thur 19 & Fri 20 Sept Duration: 2 days 9.30am-3.30pm Includes a retest if required. Must take ID with you. PLEASE NOTE: You MUST be registered with the Youth Employability Service to access this course

PRACTICAL SKILLS IN CONSTRUCTION COURSE Date: 21 - 25 October* Mon-Fri 9am-4pm Location: Brighton seafront

5 day* Practical experience in the Construction Industry leading to a CSCS Card. Covering:  Groundwork  Paving & plant  Blockwork & brickwork  Carpentry & joinery  Scaffolding & working at height  Painting & decorating  CSCS card training and test with health and safety level 1  Learn about employment in the construction industry. Also includes visits to construction sites and the chance to put it all into practice maintaining the seafront. * length of course may be changed

Speak to your YES Adviser for up to date information and to apply.

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY… Jobs Fair @ Brighton Jobcentre Wed 18 September Location: Windsor House, 30-35 Edward Street, Brighton BN2 0LN 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. What is covered on these fun and informal taster days?  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 27 September 10.30am-2.30pm ( Fri 25 Oct, Fri 29 Nov) 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 Free shuttle bus runs between sites East Campus (Wilson Avenue) Greater Brighton MET College Wednesday 23 October 2019 5pm-7pm Northbrook Wednesday 27 November 2019 5pm-7pm Broadwater Campus (Broadwater Rd), West Durrington Campus (Littlehampton Rd) and Shoreham Airport Campus

Plumpton College Near Lewes Free shuttle bus to/from Lewes Railway Station.

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Saturday 28 September 2019 Saturday 9 November 2019 Saturday 7 December (Stanmer)

9am-12pm 9am-12pm 9am-12pm

Saturday 28 September 2019 Tuesday 22 October 2019 Wednesday 23 October 2019

11am-2pm 6.30pm-9pm 6.30pm-9pm

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. A 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 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. Email: library.volunteering@brighton-hove.gov.uk **Speak to your YES Adviser for more information and for help applying**

Volunteering is easy and fun. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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

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 valentina.wright@ymcadlg.org or call 0785 0509702 You can find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/positiveplacements Opportunities for You! - Issue 93 - Sept 2019 - Page 19

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 cafĂŠ 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 Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Hastings - 11 Cambridge Road, Hastings TN34 1DJ Tel: 01424 722045 Eastbourne - 5 Chiswick Place, Eastbourne BN21 4NH Tel: 01323 410803 NEW ADDRESS! West Sussex Education & Skills Careers Team www.westsussex.gov.uk/careers Email: careersadvice@westsussex.gov.uk NEW! 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 93 - Sept 2019 - Page 20