NEWS LETTER

Foundation for Jobs Newsletter

INTRODUCTION

Foundation for Jobs is a Partnership between

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, local employers, the education sector and wider partners; committed to working together to help prepare young people for their future careers and

employment.

January Our newsletter provides useful links to college and

training courses, employment and apprenticeship

vacancies and where to get support for your health

and wellbeing.

We also have qualified Careers Advisers who can provide careers advice and guidance to young people 15 -18 years (those up to 25-years with an

EHCP) who are not currently in school, college or

training.

INDEX

PAGE 2: CURRENTLY ENROLLING

PAGE 3: COLLEGES AND TRAINING

PAGE 4: APPRENTICESHIPS AND JOBS

PAGE 5: HEALTH AND WELLBEING

PAGE 6: OTHER USEFUL LINKS

If you would like to arrange an PAGE 7: HELP DURING LOCKDOWNN appointment with an Adviser:

 (01642) 444666 or email 1 ffj@redcar- cleveland.gov.uk

CURRENTLY ENROLLING

A range of places to look at which are currently enrolling: Best Practice: Still taking referrals and applications over the phone: Best Practice | Professional training and development courses (bestpracticeuk.com) SHAPE: Dental Nursing, Childcare, Adult Social Care, Customer Service, Business Administration, Career Pathways Apply online: Training Course Application Form | Shape Training | Princes Trust: Conducting a 4-week remote course for 16-25’s from the 25th January 2021 (Award in Employment, Teamwork and Community Skills (E3/L1/L2) – If interested get in touch with your Adviser or follow the link Prince's Trust Interview Form 20/21 (Copy) (office.com) YH-Group: Online Military Preparation Course - Military Preparation Course During Lockdown - YH Training Services Ltd (yh-group.co.uk) NACRO: Currently still taking applications for face to face and online learning Courses | Nacro People Plus: Still providing education, support and guidance through online learning Adult Education | People Plus Thirteen Plus: Current vacancies in Apprentice Mechanic, Recycling Operative, Foundry Labourer, Production Operatives, FLT Yard Operative, Yard Operative - for more information call 01641 947840 or email [email protected]

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COLLEGES & TRAINING We have some excellent colleges and training providers in the local area, below are links to local colleges and training providers offering a wide range of vocational courses, GCSEs and A levels. (Remember to keep location and travel in mind)

COLLEGES

REDCAR AND CLEVELAND COLLEGE - Redcar HARTLEPOOL COLLEGE - Hartlepool

PRIOR PURSGLOVE COLLEGE – Guisborough (Redcar and Cleveland) HARTLEPOOL SIXTH FORM COLLEGE – Hartlepool – Middlesbrough – Darlington THE NORTHERN SCHOOL OF ART – Middlesbrough QUEEN ELIZABETH COLLEGE – Darlington – Middlesbrough SIXTH FORM COLLEGE – MACMILLAN – Middlesbrough Nunthorpe

STOCKTON RIVERISIDE COLLEGE – Stockton on Tees STOCKTON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE – Stockton on Tees

BEDE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE – Stockton on Tees

EGGLESCLIFFE SIXTH FORM COLLEGE – Stockton on Tees

TRAINING PROVIDERS

TEESVALLEY LEARNING PROVIDER NETWORK - with links to NACRO – employability, study programmes and a wider range of training providers apprenticeships

SHAPE TRAINING - individualised, flexible training packages PRINCES TRUST – developing skills for work and life LEARNING CURVE – wide range of vocational programmes MFC FOUNDATION – life, work, health and YH TRAINING – est. 30-years, offer includes military prep course fitness

NETA TRAINING – industry led training programmes SAKS TRAINING – training in hair and beauty TTE TRAINING – bespoke training, including oil gas / petrochemical CONTEMPORARY – hair academy

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APPRENTICESHIPS & JOBS

Useful support links to help find work or apprenticeships

APPRENTICESHIPS

APPRENTICESHIPS.GOV.UK – everything you need to know about apprenticeships

FIND AN APPRENTICESHIP - search and apply for apprenticeship vacancies near you

NOT GOING TO UNI – explore your options and search thousands of vacancies

ALL ABOUT SCHOOL LEAVERS - information on apprenticeships and the different levels

JOBS – help to explore careers and find work

Employment Support SKILLS TO SUCCEED ACADEMY – support with career planning and finding a job REDCAR AND CLEVELAND YOUTH EMPLOYMENT INITIATIVE (YEI) – HEALTH CAREERS -NHS -explore careers in the helping you find work, work experience health service or apprenticeships Jobsites

WIDER SPECIALIST YEI PROVIDERS CIVIL SERVICE JOBS (GOV.CO.UK)

BEYOND HOUSING – specialist support FIND A JOB – DWP to find work or training JOBS NORTH -EAST THE JUNCTION – youth employment, and emotional wellbeing and resilience TOTAL JOBS NORTH-EAST support FISH4JOBS NORTH-EAST Career Exploration REED JOBS- NORTH-EAST NATIONAL CAREERS SERVICE

INDEED CAREER PILOT – careers information and tools THE GUARDIAN JOBS NORTH-EAST

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HEALTH & WELLBEING

Please remember to always look after yourself and if you are not feeling well to take some advice from below.

MIND COVID-19 INFORMATION HUB -This hub pulls together local support agencies and resources.

There are specific links to mental health support for children and young people. Link to the hub https://rcmind.org/corona -virus-information-hub/ FUTURE FOCUS PROJECT – For young people aged 14+ who are experiencing emotional wellbeing or mental health difficulties. This is a free service and anyone wishing to refer can enquire to [email protected] or call 01642 296052 (option 2)

ON-LINE ADVICE ON WHAT TO DO IF YOU’RE FEELING ANXIOUS: https://youngminds.org.uk/blog/what-to-do-if-you-re-anxious-about-coronavirus/#dealing-with- self-isolation- and how to look after your mental health if you are self-isolating: https://youngminds.org.uk/blog/looking -after-your-mental-health-while-self-isolating/

KOOTH.COM is a safe and confidential way for young people aged 11 -18 to receive advice, support and access an online community of peers and a team of experienced counsellors. To find out more visit www.Kooth.com THE LINK can support young people and families who may be struggling to cope with change or just need someone to talk to. The Link have set up a daily duty telephone line which will be manned by one of their therapeutic practitioners between 2pm and 4pm every day. If you would like to access this support, then please call 01642 505580 and select option 3

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR YOUNG PEOPLE ON EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL WELLBEING: https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/coronavirus -information-and-support

SUPPORT AND ADVICE FROM BEREAVED YOUNG PEOPLE FOR BEREAVED YOUNG PEOPLE: https://www.childbereavementuk.org/get -support includes an app aimed at 11-25 year olds which can also be used by parents/carers/teachers supporting them. Also, a game children can download as an app on their phone: https://apartofme.app/

ADVICE SERVICE FOR CARE EXPERIENCED YOUNG PEOPLE: https://becomecharity.org.uk/for-young- people/care-advice-line/coronavirus-advice

CHILDLINE – help and support on a wide range of issues https://www.childline.org.uk/get- support/contacting-childline/message-from-childline

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OTHER USEFUL LINKS

See other useful information below

• Redcar and Cleveland Council has set up a phone line and email address offering help and support for vulnerable people and those in need. Anyone who needs non-medical help should call 01642 774774 or email [email protected]

• Doorways Youth Project (Saltburn) provides services to young people aged 13 –25 and will provide support via phone, video calling, email and messenger. Telephone: 01287 236006 and leave a message or 07548 650205. Email: [email protected], www.door-ways.co.uk

• The Junction are producing a weekly newsletter with advice and information. Anyone can access it and subscribe here: https://mailchi.mp/77c1b2d53bbb/the-junction-wellbeing- newsletter

• Tuned In – challenges which anyone can access. Facebook: www.facebook.com/Tuned.In.Redcar Instagram:www.instagram.com/tunedinredcar@tunedinredcar Also, Quizzes: Tuned In! Quiz: https://qz.app.do/tuned-in-quiz-2817239 or Tuned In! Quiz – Music Edition: https://qz.app.do/tuned-in-quiz-music-edition

• The DfE has produced a list of online education resources for home education, this covers a range of ages and subjects including resources for children and young people with a SEND. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-online-education- resources

• Every Mind Matters has now released expert advice and top tips on how to look after your mental wellbeing if you need to stay at home during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters

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HELPFUL LOCKDOWN SUPPORT

FOOD BANKS CURRENTLY DO NOT NEED A VOUCHER: If you are worried about studying at a Redcar Area Foodbank Centres open during Lockdown are: Monday: Newcomen Methodist Church, Redcar 11am-12:30pm college online due to restrictions from St Hilda’s of Whitby, Grangetown 11am-12-30pm home don’t forget to ask your Advisor Tuesday: Emmanuel Church(Echo Hall) Saltburn 12:30pm-2:30pm for some advice on what support can Wednesday: South Bank Baptist Church 10:30am-12:30pm be given by some colleges and East Cleveland Baptist Church, Redcar 11am-12:30pm education providers to help you keep Thursday: Brotton Methodist Church 1pm-2:30pm learning. Friday: St George’s. Normanby 10am-12pm

FOR FURTHER HELP AND GUIDENCE PLEASE CONTACT BELOW

CONTACT EMAIL: [email protected]

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 01642 444666

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