Skills and Employability Service
Thanet Employability Offer
Aspire Charlton Athletic Community Trust EKC Progression Curriculum KT & A KMS Profile CXK Elevate Middleton Murray Concept Training (Impact) CXK Constructing Your Future Motiv8 (Liberty Training)
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Contents
1. Aspire 2. Charlton Athletic Community Trust 3. EKC Progression Curriculum 4. KT & A 5. KMS 6. Profile 7. CXK Elevate 8. Middleton Murray 9. Concept Training – The Impact Programme 10. CXK 11. Constructing Your Future 12. Motiv8 (Liberty Training)
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1. Aspire
Name of programme: Aspire Joining dates: Termly start date Locations: Thanet Duration: 12 Months
Referral method: Self or professional referral
Programmes of study and levels: Contact: Aspire Training Working towards level 1 study Contact – programme including English and maths Tony Williams [email protected]
07985381925
Description:
Aspire is a course that helps young people discover a sense of destiny and begin to turn that destiny into a reality. We create opportunities for young people to become actively involved in their community through projects that engage them with the community directly, raising the aspirations of each young person through placement opportunities, youth work, and so much more.
Its purpose is to help engage and creatively move forward any young person who is struggling to find access to further education, training and employment opportunities. Since the project started, Aspire has had many young people go through its courses, with the majority of those attending successfully accessing college, apprenticeships and employment. Aspire is not a programme to reduce youth unemployment, but an opportunity for young people to realise their potential, discover their aspirations and find long term ways of seeing them become reality.
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2. Charlton Athletic Community Trust Name of programme: Charlton Contact: Andrew Wood Athletic Community Trust Andrew Wood Locations: Thanet ([email protected])
Referral method: Professional referral Joining dates: Termly Starts
Duration: 1 Year Study Programme
The course runs for a full academic year, 2-3 days per week depending on level. Programmes of study and levels: BTEC in Sport Description:
Achieve a nationally recognised Gain a BTEC sports qualification through level 1 or 2 sports qualification to Charlton Athletic Community Trust's NEW help develop your CV for work in study programme. the leisure sector. This section The study programme, open to 16-18 year includes units such as taking part olds, is a full time course covering the in sport, assisting at a sports following three fields, which aim to enhance event, working in sport and active leisure and physical activities for your opportunity of moving into paid children. employment:
Functional Skills Work Placement: This will be a significant element of the The study programme is designed qualification giving you an experience of the to help the client raise his/her attainment in English and maths working environment and what is required (depending on prior attainment), of local employers to help the young with A-C being recognised person's journey into paid employment. nationally as an important Support for travel will be available. requirement of employers.
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3. EKC Progression Curriculum
Name of programme: East Kent Contact: Hayley Barden College Progression Curriculum Hayley Barden Locations: Thanet ([email protected])
Referral method: Professional Joining dates: 12 week start referral dates
Programmes of study and levels: Duration: 12 week programme 6 Month Traineeships Level 1 and 2 in Multi Skills and Employability.
To include English / Maths working towards GCSE Level 2. Pathways to Traineeships
Description:
East Kent College is well aware of the particular challenges facing local people seeking employment. We know that confidence can be a big issue, especially for young people. Our training and support programmes are designed to help you develop the skills that local employers value and need.
We work closely with local employers and provide the training that they want for the employees they are trying to recruit, so our training is focused on real job opportunities. We also have close links with the Job Centre. What's more we can help with CV writing, interview techniques as well as with your maths, English and IT skills.
Our aim is to help people to become quality employees and we even provide on- going support once at work.
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4. KMS
Name of programme: East Kent Contact: Sharon Mount and College & Kent Mentoring Service: Hayley Barden College Engagement Programme Sharon Mount Locations: Thanet ([email protected])
Referral method: Professional Hayley Barden referral ([email protected])
Programmes of study and levels: Joining dates: Termly start dates As required by student. To include Duration: 1 year + English / Maths working towards GCSE Level 1
Level 1 in Construction Skills Level 1 in Employability Skills Functional Skills maths and English
Description:
The partnership between East Kent College and Kent Mentoring Service is to support SEN students who are not able to access post 16 FE provision due to their needs. The course allows these students to access EKC full provision but through an off-site provision where there is full 1-2-1 mentoring support. This flexible offer covers an introduction to Construction and Employability programme as well as bite size maths and English. An individual learning programme allows these students to integrate and become college ready over the course of the year, with a time frame that suits the learner’s needs.
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5. Kent Training & Apprenticeships
Name of programme: KT & A Work Contact: Ready Extra Programme
Locations: Margate Adult Education Clare Townley, Engagement and Centre Progression Officer,
Referral method: Call 0800 731 [email protected], 4297, visit KTandA.co.uk, or text 07919 414556 07860 008 025 starting your message with KTA. Abigail Levitt, Foundation Team Leader, [email protected], Programmes of study and levels: 07774 554205 City & Guilds NVQ in Customer Service at L1 or L2, City & Guilds Joining dates: w/c: Functional Skills English and maths at 5/10/15; 7/12/15; 29/2/16; 2/5/16 Entry 3, L1 or L2, GCSE English and maths with embedded employability skills and work placement/experience.
Description: Work Ready Extra is a personalised programme to help 16-18 year olds not in full time education or employment, get the skills and experience they need to progress in their career.
Being work-ready is all about having the right skills, knowledge and attitude. The Work Ready Extra programme gives you the opportunity to gain qualifications and practical experience to put on your CV. Many of our young people gain a job during and after completing the course because of the experience they have gained in a working environment.
You will also be given a work placement lasting for a minimum of 12 weeks within the sector you eventually want to work. If you aren’t sure which career path to take, this will give you an invaluable insight into the reality of working life and help you make an informed decision about your future.
If you already have at least C grades in GCSE English and maths and can show that you are ready for work, you may be able to advance straight into a work placement.
Everyone is at a different stage and has different skills when they join us, so we’ll Skills and Employability Service
6. Profile Development and Training
Name of programme: IT Professional Contact: Apprenticeship Jo Hobbs Locations: Kent and London, work Business relations Officer based 01843609300 or 07860928478 Referral method:
[email protected] Joining dates:
Programmes of study and levels: On-going enrolment or Post Levels 2, 3 and 4 Traineeship
Duration: 1 to 2 years
Description:
These qualifications are designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of learners within the ICT industry, whether you need qualifications to improve your chances of becoming employed, or are seeking to progress in your career. Job roles include: Software/Web Developer, IT Technician, IT Support and Games Developers
The Level 2 Apprenticeship includes:
1. Level 2 Award in Systems and Principles
2. Level 2 Certificate in ICT Systems Support OR Level 2 Diploma in Professional Competence for IT & Telecoms Professionals
3. Functional Skills in English, maths and ICT at Level 1
The Level 3 Apprenticeship includes:
1. Level 3 Certificate in ICT Systems and Principles
2. Level 3 Diploma in ICT Systems and Principles for
IT Professionals OR ICT System Support OR ICT Professional Competence
1. Functional Skills in English, maths and ICT at Level 2 Skills and Employability Service
7. CXK Elevate
Name of programme: Contact: Joining dates:
CXK Elevate Ali Skinner March 2016
Locations: Tel. no. 0718608554 Duration:
Thanet Email: 15 weeks
Referral Method: [email protected]
Contact Ali Skinner Programmes of study and levels
15 week employability programme
Description: The Elevate programme is based on what employers in Kent said they needed from young people applying for jobs.
The 15 week programme offers you:
Functional Skills – English and/or maths (working towards Level 2) Work Placements Certificate in Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development
Personal development sessions Career advice and support Celebration activities
Increased confidence, life skills and work-ready skills Volunteering and community work
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8. Middleton Murray (i)
Name of programme: Contact:
Darran Smith Traineeship to apprenticeship
Phone: 01304 802702 Locations: Thanet Mobile: 07710 059587
Referral method: See contact details Email:
Programmes of study and levels: www.middletonmurray.com Employability, Customer Service, Business
Admin and Maths / English. Joining dates:
Monthly Start Dates
Duration: 12 week traineeship leading to a 12 month apprenticeship
programme
Description:
If you are aged 16-21….
Great career opportunities – apply for a traineeship.
We offer an excellent opportunity to get all the support needed to get an apprenticeship. We initially work with you on a 12 week traineeship based at either our Sandwich or Canterbury offices. The first 6 weeks consist of improving your employability (CV / interview skills / job applications), business admin and customer service skills to get you work ready as well as raising your Maths and English levels. You will have mock interviews, improve your attendance and timekeeping and meet Employers for interviews. Once completed, you will then have a 6 week work placement which if successful, will progress onto a minimum 12 month Apprenticeship in your chosen field where you will also work towards an NVQ Level 2 / 3 qualification.
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8. Middleton Murray
Name of programme: Contact:
Apprenticeship Darran Smith
Locations: Thanet Phone: 01304 802702
Mobile: 07710 059587 Referral method: See contact details Email: [email protected] Programmes of study and om levels: www.middletonmurray.com Apprenticeship includes NVQ Level 2 / 3 qualification with Maths / English and ICT. Joining dates: Ongoing
Duration: Minimum 12 months
Description:
If you are aged 16-21….
Great career opportunities – apply for apprenticeship
If you are work ready, this is an excellent opportunity to start your career with an apprenticeship. We are based at Sandwich and Canterbury and work with local Employers to offer you great opportunities in an apprenticeship. Whether it is from office based positions to manual work, we have the answer for you.
The apprenticeship is for a minimum of 12 months in your chosen field and an assessor will be assigned to you where they will help you work towards an NVQ
Level 2 / 3 qualification which will include Maths, English and ICT.
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9. Concept Training – The Impact Programme
Name of programme: Contact:
Owen Taylor Impact (South East)
Email: [email protected] Lo cations: Thanet Referral method: Self-referral or Cliff Thompson professional referral Email: [email protected] Programmes of study and levels:
A specially designed course to obtain the Joining dates: highest possible level of fitness for th anyone wishing to join any of the Armed 25 January 2016 Forces. Level 1 ASDAN qualification in Employability and Personal Development. Duration:13 weeks Progression of skills in maths and English.
Description:
Are you looking for training that will help you be prepared for a career in the military or uniformed public services? Perhaps you are looking to lose weight and get in shape using the best training available?
The IMPACT South East Training Course gets you prepared for all the above and more over a span of 13 weeks.
The course is delivered primarily in Ashford by folks with a military background. We also have assistance and facilities generously donated by the people at Sir John Moore Barracks, Folkestone. Travel Support in some cases with travel costs.
The course is more than just physical fitness. In the 13 weeks you will be prepared for all areas of entering the military or uniformed services. These preparations include:
Level 1 Employability and Personal Development Qualification Enhance communication and CV skills Interview techniques Health and safety Maths and English (Functional Skills) Basic computer tasks
Let’s have a conversation about your future, contact Cliff Thomson or Owen Taylor today! Skills and Employability Service
10. CXK
Name of programme: National Contact: Citizen Service (NCS) CXK Locations: Thanet Phone: 01233 224244 Referral Method: www.ncsyes.co.uk
Joining dates: Programmes of study and levels:
July and August 2016 N/A
Duration: 4 weeks
Description:
NCS is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, open to all 16-17 year olds in England and Northern Ireland. The programme helps you build your skills for work and life, whilst you take on new challenges and meet new friends
You'll have a short time away from home and take part in a team project where you will help your community.
Say 'YES' and you'll...
Take on new challenges and learn new skills Make a difference while making new friends
Grow your confidence and your CV Experience something new as you help out your community Graduate with a certificate signed by the Prime Minister
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11. Constructing Your Future
Name of Programme: Contact:
Construction study programme Tony Elliott 07951943464 Construction Apprenticeships [email protected] Programmes of study and levels: Joining dates: Rolling Construction study programme L1 Skills for employability in Duration: construction Construction study programme - 16 L2 Apprenticeships – Site weeks Carpentry, Painting and Construction Apprenticeships - 12 months Decorating, Bricklaying
Description:
Construction based study programme for 16-18 year olds progressing onto a one year, level 2 apprenticeships in site carpentry, painting and decorating or bricklaying.
The programme consists of 12-16 weeks in our workshops completing a Certificate in Skills for Employment in the Construction industry; we also arrange the CSCS card for our candidates as they need this to work on site.
At the end of the workshop based delivery, the candidates will have a good level of practical tool skills and all round knowledge of the industry and a number of different trades. At this point, subject to a good level of attendance and behaviour, we will arrange five weeks of work experience with a construction employer.
We are a CITB approved training centre and also provide the apprenticeship training. This gives the candidates continuity enabling them to remain at the same training centre for their day release once they start the apprenticeship.
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12. Motiv8 (Liberty Training)
Locations: Liberty Training, Contact: Programmes of study and levels: Joining dates: The first 6 week Motiv8 which is a combination of Paragon House, Albert Street, Lauren or Ian Motiv8 course start on motivational and enrichment activities. Then the 11th April 2016 and Ramsgate Kent CT11 9HD progression to a 12 to 14-week Traineeship in 01843 446906 / 07496127012 then again every 6 weeks Care, Construction, Business Admin or Referral method: Please email or [email protected] Customer Service. The progression to a level 2 Duration: 6 weeks, 3 ring and we will send you the [email protected] referral form or 3 apprenticeship in these career areas. days per week
Description:
Stage 1: 6 weeks, 3 days a week Motivational/Enrichment course called Motiv8. We are able to take up to 15 learners every 6 weeks on this course. Learners have to be 16 to 18 years old but we can also take on learners that are approaching their 16th birthday and are not currently engaged with any other provider (eg NEET, excluded or home schooled pupils etc.). Learners would have to be qualified UNDER level 3 to be eligible for funding for this course and they cannot be on roll with any other provider. Our first Motiv8 will be commencing on Monday 11th April and the enrolment process has now commenced. Please note that all bus travel costs are covered and we offer free breakfast and lunch. The course is a combination of enrichment activities, accredited training, non-accredited training, motivational sessions, employability and work preparation.
Stage 2: Progression from the Motiv8 course will be to a 6 to 14-week Liberty Traineeship in one of the following career areas; Construction, Children and Young People, Customer Service or Business Administration (including English and maths).
Stage 3: Progression from the Traineeship will be to a level 2 or 3 Liberty Apprenticeship in one of the following career areas; Construction, Children and Young People, Customer Service or Business Administration. Learners do not have to complete all 3 stages but we advise that they do and we will not be starting the Traineeship until the end of May and the Apprenticeships until August 2016 at the earliest. All of the above will have at least 4 enrolment periods per academic year. To refer to this programme, please email our Teaching Assistant and Learning Mentor Lauren Richardson at [email protected] or ring 07496127012 and she will invite them in to find out more and join the programme. Please note that Liberty Training are set up to work with the hardest to reach young people and we take a holistic approach when advising learners and breaking down their barriers to progression. Each learner has an individualised and bespoke training package as per their needs. Due to this, some of the content of all of our courses is subject to change depending on the needs of our learners. As you can see our first Motiv8 starts on the 11th April for those that are currently NEET, home schooled or excluded but we will be repeating this programme approximately every 6 weeks, so that it can involve current year 11’s at a later stage in this academic year. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you require more information.