Opportunities Opportunities for for you you A guide to employment, learning, training and personal development opportunities for 16-19 year olds in Brighton & Hove
Are you 16-19, not in employment, education or training and living in Brighton and Hove? The Youth Employability Service is here to help! YES Advisers offer free advice and support with everything you need to find the right apprenticeship, college course, training opportunity or job.
Issue 37 August 2014 New this month… New IT Apprenticeship Training Academy opens in Brighton Summer Arts Project with Brighton Library And Musems National Citizens Service course with Albion in the Community Music is Power course
To register with us and receive regular one to one support from one of our advisers, come along to a drop-in listed below or give us a call on: (01273) 294247. You can also contact us through Facebook at ‘yesbrightonhove’.
Come along to a Youth Employability Service drop-in: TUESDAY and THURSDAY 1pm - 3pm OVEST HOUSE
FRIDAY 1pm - 4pm WHITEHAWK COMMUNITY HUB
2nd Floor, Ovest House, 58 West Street Brighton BN1 2RA
179a Whitehawk Road, Brighton BN2 5GD
TO APPLY FOR ANY OF THE OPPORTUNITIES MENTIONED IN THIS NEWSLETTER SPEAK TO YOUR EMPLOYABILITY ADVISER, COME ALONG TO YOUR NEAREST EMPLOYABILITY SERVICE DROP-IN (as above) OR GIVE US A CALL ON: (01273) 294247. Go to Facebook: ‘YESbrightonhove’
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NEWS from the Youth Employability Service…..
Come and join us … We need YOU!! The Youth Employability Panel (aged 16-19) meets once a month, you get free travel, food and a £10 voucher for coming! Here’s what YOU too can achieve by becoming part of the Youth Employability Panel:
The Youth Employability Panel helped to organise and played important roles with the running of the Brighton Your Futures events. From this they all achieved a really useful Stewarding Qualification!! They helped to plan and design our fabulous new YES iPhone App (see below) Gained a Youth Award Helped shape the YES service They contributed their views towards Government research and made their voice heard.
You will take away lots of useful skills and qualifications that will help boost your CV and help towards your dream job. You’ll also have fun and make a difference
So, if you are interested please give us a call:
Nicky: 07833 401 627 or Elle: 07799 662 910
Have our new Haveyou youtried tried our YES App? new YES App?
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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 The next Apprenticeship Matching skills from the work place that will really help you in your future career. event in Brighton will be held in What are the entry requirements for an September, check Apprenticeship? www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/matching Different apprenticeships have different for updates coming soon! 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 £2.68 per hour. From 1st October 2014 the rate will rise to £2.73. 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:
You can register, search & apply for apprenticeships through the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS)
www.apprenticeships.org.uk A few examples of recently advertised vacancies include: Vehicle Paint Spray Technician Hospitality apprentice with Blanch House Several Catering, Hairdressing, Business Admin, Care vacancies … and more!
APPRENTICESHIPS IN SUSSEX
www.apprenticeships-in-sussex.com The Apprenticeships in Sussex website helps you to search for apprenticeship training and providers in the Brighton, Hove and Sussex area. Search results will give you full contact details and information for local training providers and colleges offering the apprenticeships you are interested in.
A new Apprenticeship Training Academy called 3aaa has opened in Brighton and they are recruiting now!!! 3aaa offer in-house training at their Brighton academy and will help you to find a suitable employer locally which could lead to a paid apprenticeship. Floor 2 Imperial House, 40/42 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3XB
Entry requirements: Ideally GCSEs grade C & above including English, Maths & ICT Register your interest by emailing: applybrighton@3aaa.co.uk or visit the website at: www.3aaa.co.uk or phone 0844 504 3174
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Pre-apprenticeship Training
offer employability programmes designed to give you the skills and confidence to secure and sustain employment. They also cover practical skills like getting a CSCS certificate, a CV and confidence at interviews. They will work with you to help an apprenticeship, employment or self-employment. All sessions runsecure from 10am-4pm, lunch and refreshments provided
For more information and to be referred for future dates speak to a Youth Employability Service Adviser. Location: Central Brighton
Thinking About a Career in Hospitality? On this FREE course you’ll gain valuable skills as well the opportunity to progress onto a full apprenticeship!! Course starting soon, so join up today! A pub or a bar is a fun sociable place to be. However you might not have considered that YOU could work in this dynamic, fast-moving and exciting sector & begin a rewarding career! We are currently recruiting and training 30 young people aged 16-23 to work full-time for local employers if local bars, hotels, restaurants and nightclubs.
HOW IT WORKS: Pre-Employment Training: Training sessions run over 6 weeks and will include relevant qualifications aswell as industry-related training. You will also be supported in CV writing and interview skills. During this time we will work with you to secure job interviews and work experience, getting you ready to progress onto an Apprenticeship. Apprenticeship: Upon success completion of Stage 1, you will progress onto an Apprenticeship in Licensed Hospitality and into full-time employment and be fully supported by HTP Training.
** Interested? ** Contact the Youth Employability Service
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Traineeships
Supporting young people to gain the skills for work Traineeships are ideal for kick starting your career. They combine college training and work experience and can run up to six months. They’ll help you:
Experience the world of work in an industry you choose Gain employability skills alongside your placement Develop your job search skills Progress onto an apprenticeship, further study or into employment.
How old do I have to be? Traineeships are for 16 to 23 year olds, or up to 25 if you have a recognised learning difficulty. You’ll gain skills and work experience: You’ll spend up to six months (full or part-time) in a high-quality work placement in an industry which matches your interests and ambitions. You’ll improve your English & Maths: We will help you improve these and assist you to achieve GCSE’s if you haven’t got these already. We’ll also help improve your CV and make you more employable in the future. You’ll get training to get ready for work: You’ll be provided with work preparation training to help you move into the world of work. This will include looking at job search techniques, CV writing and interview skills. Interested? Speak to your Employability Adviser to apply. ATM Brighton C1 Enterprise Point, Melbourne Street, Brighton, BN2 3LH
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STUDY Programmes ON2 Study programmes in Brighton and Hove offers flexible study programmes at Entry and Level 1 to help you develop skills, confidence and independence in preparation for work, apprenticeships, or further education. They also include functional skills in English, maths and ICT
Location: Enterprise Point, Melbourne Street (off Lewes Road) Brighton
Start Date: Roll on Roll Off - no fixed start dates
Other
Study programmes starting in September: Access to Music LEVEL 1 POPULAR MUSIC COURSE Runs over 30 weeks - 3 days per week
Enterprise Point, Melbourne Street, Brighton
Access to Music’s Level 1 courses are a great way to get started in music and develop your job skills. You can come on board as a musician, singer, producer, rapper/MC. Areas covered include: Getting started in music Creating tracks Developing repertoire Performing and recording
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STUDY Programmes
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(levels 1&2): Develop skills in video production, sound, animation, social media and interactive design (levels 1&2): features song writing, live performance, remixing, production and digital recording. (level 2): Learn pattern cutting, design and make a garment as well as marketing through social media. (level 2): Hands on experience of the live events industry from creating, budgeting, promotion and delivering the event.
12 Queens Square Brighton
Next start date: September
Wilson Avenue Brighton
Level 1 courses in: Business Care Construction Hair & Beauty Motor Vehicle Sport & Public Services
Develop confidence, employability skills to move into further education. Total support is given to each learner to make sure they achieve all aspects of this course. All learners will take English and maths functional skills. Next start date: September
Rural Pathways (entry level course) The programme involves a range of flexible learning experiences including horticulture, agriculture, animal care and a variety of other vocational activities. Learners will also have opportunities to further develop their English, Maths and ICT skills. No entry qualifications are required however you will need to have a keen interest in working outside, with animals and plants.
Surrenden Road, Brighton
: Design a product, explore marketing & advertising & develop business skills including sales, promotion & customer service. : Explore childcare & development; develop practical skills with real babies! This is a stepping stone to care based courses at Level 2. All learners will take English, maths and ICT functional skills and personal development including money management skills. Next start date: September (may be possible to start up to Feb’15)
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses
National Citizen Service – with Albion in the Community A once in a lifetime opportunity for 16 and 17 year olds in England that helps you build your skills for work and life, while you take on new challenges and meet new friends. Wave one: 4 nights away from home, team building, problem solving, challenging outdoor activities and mostly importantly having fun!!! Wave two: after a couple of days back at home, you’ll then go on another 4 night residential nearer home, discovering more about your local community and learning interesting new skills. Wave three: design a project to help a local charity or cause. Graduation: Celebrate your team’s achievements at this special graduation ceremony. This is their chance to get together with everyone involved for a graduation party and parents you are invited too! They celebrate their achievements with, teachers and other local dignitaries, alongside the press and other invited guests and pick up their certificate signed by the Prime Minister.
Cost: £50* includes all accommodation, transport, training, food and ceremony *Bursary available to those that are eligible* Next Start Date: end of July 2014
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses Childcare Early Years Educator Level 2 course for 16-18yr olds 2 days a week at Nacro and 2 days a week in a childcare placement. This is a 1 year course, but can be done a little quicker with commitment. You will need to be committed to working with children, have a reference from someone who knows your childcare skills and have English and Maths either GCSE grade E or above or Level 1 Functional Skills. You will be visited and supported at your placement, and your work in the nursery will be observed at planned times as part of your evidence. Once completed you will be trained to work under direction in a nursery, as a classroom assistant or in a holiday play scheme.
Why do your Level 2 at Nacro? You will receive a Bursary of at least £30.00 per week and will have your travel costs paid back. You will be part of a small group, no more than 12 students. You will have a Keyworker who can support you with your written work, help you to find a placement and support you as you plan for work or college. NEXT COURSE: Beginning of September 2014 (interviewing now) VENUE: Nacro, Unit D5, Enterprise Point, Melbourne Street, Brighton, BN2 3LH. Ask a Youth Employability Adviser for more information and to book an interview
Youth Action Sussex Community Base, 113 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3XG
Are you aged 16 and 25? NEET or have a disability? Youth Action Sussex provides a dedicated volunteer scheme, providing a supported route into community volunteering. We are looking to recruit and provide continued support to young people wishing to volunteer in their local community. We will provide on-going support throughout your volunteering experience and recognition by providing national certificates on reaching certain milestones. You will be matched with suitable and supportive volunteer placements that reflect your interests, passions and aspirations and also allow you to develop your skills and gain new positive experiences.
For more information log on to: www.youthactionsussex.org.uk or contact the Youth Employability Service
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT courses PRINCE’S TRUST TEAM PROGRAMME Run by City College in Brighton, Hove & Shoreham FREE 12 week programme for 16-25 year olds who are looking for work. The programme will help to build confidence and motivation, develop new skills and qualifications. It will look great on your CV and you will have the skills and confidence to apply for work, training or a full-time course at college. go on an action packed residential week receive useful training that employers look for & get help with your CV complete projects in your local community gain work experience make new friends and have an amazing time! TRAVEL IS FREE AND THERE ARE NO COURSE COSTS Locations: City College Pelham Street, Wilson Avenue, Whitehawk Inn, YMCA Hove & Shoreham th Next Start Dates: Start from 29 September (Pelham St) - others start in first weeks of October
Next Start Dates: Frequent start dates Roll on Roll Off Apply Now! This Opt-in course can lead on to further Albion in the Community courses including: Level 1 Exercise Studies Level 2 Nutrition
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Things do to over the summer‌. The Royal Pavilion and Museums are running an exciting summer arts programme for young people aged 16-19 - all of them are free!! You’ll get the opportunity to explore their buildings and the collections, meet Museum staff and work with professional artists to learn new creative skills such as toy hacking, photography, animation, 3D collage and urban arts.
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OTHER personal development opportunities
FREE Functional Skills Courses: English and Maths Level 1 or 2 Working at your own pace, these are nationally recognised Functional Skills Qualifications at Level 1 (same level as GCSE D-G grade) or Level 2 (GCSE A-C grade). Having these qualifications helps to get a job or gain access to college courses for those without GCSE A-C grades. MONDAY MORNINGS TUESDAY AFTERNOONS WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS THURSDAY AFTERNOONS THURSDAY MORNINGS
WHITEHAWK HUB LIBRARY Whitehawk Road, Brighton RUDYARD KIPLING PRIMARY SCHOOL Chalkland Rise, Brighton MOULSECOOMB PRIMARY SCHOOL The Highway, Brighton FAIRLIGHT PRIMARY SCHOOL St Leonard’s Road, Brighton SALVATION ARMY CONGRESS HALL 1-6 Park Crescent Terrace, Brighton
ENGLISH ONLY - No crèche available. MATHS ONLY - No crèche available. MATHS ONLY - No crèche available. MATHS ONLY - No crèche available. ENGLISH OR MATHS - Crèche available.
Referrals taken all year round. If courses have started places may still be available. Email: communitylearning@brighton-hove.gov.uk or call (01273) 294287 for more details.
If you’re interested in working with children & young people with disabilities, consider volunteering with Extratime!
Buddies and Befrienders Sought for Extratime Charity! Extratime Brighton charity, are looking for young people (aged 16-25) who could offer to be a befriender/buddy to other young people with mild disabilities, while they attend local youth sessions. We are happy to accept volunteers who are full of enthusiasm and want to work with young people in the future – you’ve also got to be able to commit to a small number of hours each week. In return, Extratime can offer training for the role and the chance of gaining a relevant Level 2 qualification that will be fully funded. Interested?? You can find out more information online at www.extratimebrighton.org.uk/projects/access/access-2-youth or contact the Youth Employability Service
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Are you now OVER 19 or living
outside of Brighton & Hove?‌ Are you now over 19? You have reached the age when the Youth Employability Service is no longer funded to work with you. However, careers guidance and help to find work, training or college courses are available from the National Careers Service, Telephone: 0800 100 900 or go to the web page: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk The following organisations also offer guidance along with other services and courses for adults. Contact them to see if they are able to help you: The Bridge Brighton: Tel: 01273 687053 or www.thebridgebrighton.com City Skills & Jobs Shop, Brighton: Tel: 01273 667770 www.cityskillsandjobs.co.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/cityskillsandjobs Twitter: @SkillsAndJobs Family Information Service: provides information on childcare, health and parenting etc. Tel: 01273 293545 Friends Centre Brighton: Tel: 01273 810210 or www.friendscentre.org.uk One Youth Brighton: provides a drop in service for 16-25 year olds for help with finding work and training. Tel: 01273 694746 or www.oneyouthbrighton.org.uk Portslade Adult Learning Centre: Tel: 01273 382739. Whitehawk Inn Brighton: contact Gateway Team on Tel: 01273 682222 or www.whinn.org.uk Youth Advice Centre: guidance and information drop in service for young people up to the age of 25. Contact 01273 828828 or www.sussexcentralymca.org.uk Young People’s Centre (YPC): Tel: 01273 887886 or www.ypc.ebabel.org.uk or www.facebook.com/YPCbrighton Youth Service Brighton & Hove: for further information and updates about local services, see www.facebook.com/BrightonandHoveYouth If you have previously held a statement of special needs you can still use the Youth Employability Service up to age 25. If you think this applies to you, get in touch with us on Tel: 01273 294247 and we can advise on help available.
Do you live outside of Brighton & Hove? If you live outside of Brighton & Hove the Youth Employability Service is unable to help you, but you can get free careers information, help and guidance from the National Careers Service Helpline on Tel: 0800 100 900. (Open every day from 8am to 10pm). You can also visit the web page at: https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk If you live in West Sussex you can also go to website: www.yourspacewestsussex.co.uk If you live in East Sussex you can also go to website: www.connexions360.org.uk 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 37 - August 2014 - Page 13