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Adult Education in the Job Shop

How to apply or enquire

Please feel free to drop into the Job Shop and talk to our experienced Employment Coaches or refer details directly. 

Essential Skills Assessments - weekly sessions every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9.30am until 11.30am.

Interested in improving functional skills- Maths, English and Digital?

Short assessments to determine your level:

• Record your current level
• Receive course suggestions
• Discover your learning roadmap

Options for courses available can be discussed on completion of the assessment.

Path 2 Apprenticeships - starting March 2025

Interested in an apprenticeship?

• The Path 2 Apprenticeship programme is an ideal opportunity to prepare yourself for your next step and to put you in a good position to move forward.
• Guaranteed interviews with a local employer.

To find out more please speak to an Employment Coach and quote 90553.

Training opportunities

How to apply or enquire

Please feel free to drop into the Job Shop and talk to our experienced Employment Coaches or refer details directly.

Adult Education Service - SEN Teaching Assistant Sign Up Session  - 16 April (At Southfields Old School)

Are you an out of work qualified TA wanting to work with children with additional needs?

Do you want to work with children with SEN but have no or little experience. Don't worry, work experience will be included.

This course includes an opportunity to speak to a headteacher of a SEN school who can provide some valuable insight.

Do you already have a Level 2 in Maths and English - this could be the course for you!

Qualifications to be achieved:

• Preparing to work in schools
• Paediatric first aid
• Manual handling

For further information speak to an Employment Coach and quote: 955054.

Adult Education Service - Childminding/Early Years Into Employment Programme Sign Up Session - 2 May

Would you like to work with children in your own home and gain a level 1 'Introduction to Early Years Setting'' qualification.

Would you also like to work with children either in a Nursery/Early Years Setting and or be your own boss and run a childminding business?

This eleven day into employment course is the course for you!

Qualifications to be achieved:

• Level 1 'An Introduction to Early Years Setting'
• Paediatric first Aid
• Employability skills
• Staff development
• Becoming self-employed
• How to set up your own business

For further information speak to an Employment Coach and quote: 920986.

Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Training - Path 2 Apprenticeship Course Sign Up Session  - Tuesday 6 May

Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber Training has a new and exciting offer to support Coventry residents aged 19 - 29 who are currently unemployed with a free short course to explore career paths in a variety of sectors.

For further information speak to an Employment Coach and quote: 954378.

Events and workshops at the Job Shop

How to apply or enquire:

Please feel free to drop into the Job Shop and talk to our experienced Employment Coaches or refer details directly.

National Careers Service: Interview Workshop - Wednesday 12 March 2025 (Fortnightly)

If you are ready for the Job Market and need some advice and support with interviews, come along to this workshop! 

National Careers Service: CV Workshop - Wednesday 19 March 2025 (Fortnightly)

Update your CV and get tailored support for specific Jobs/Sectors. Note, this is not a "create a CV from scratch" workshop and participants are expected to have a CV already made before the session. Ideal for customers who are comfortable with IT and have good communication to cope with group sessions. 

National Careers Service: Identifying Skills for Job Applications Workshop - Monday 10 March 2025 (Fortnightly)

Understanding your skills and how they can be used in the workplace is important when looking for and progressing in work.

In this workshop, we will cover:

• Why it’s important to understand your skills and how they can be used in the workplace
• How skills are transferrable between different occupations
• Understanding the difference between "hard" and "soft" skills
• How understanding your skills can enhance the relevance and quality of your CV and job applications
• Useful tools including the Skills Health Check which can help you to identify your strengths and skills and broaden your career horizons
• How the National Careers Service can support you to reach your career goals

Adult Education Service: Essential Skills Assessment - (Every Mon, Wed and Fri)

Interested in improving functional skills-- Maths, English and Digital?

An initial assessment is a way to check what you already know and what you need to learn before starting a new course or training.

1. Purpose: To find out your current knowledge and skills.
2. Methods: A number of questions taken on a computer
3. Benefits: Helps tutors create a learning plan just for you.

Participants must be aged 19+ and have recourse to public fund.

Adult Education Service: Digital Skills Drop-in Session - (Every Thursday)

The purpose of the digital skills drop-in session is to support you in your journey into work, study or further training.

We offer sessions on accessing the internet, sending and receiving emails, creating CVs, and conducting online job searches.

To gain the maximum benefit from the support available and work towards a qualification, customers are encouraged to attend two consecutive sessions whenever possible.

National Careers Service at the Job Shop

How to apply or enquire:

Please feel free to drop into the Job Shop and talk to our experienced Employment Coaches or refer details directly. 

NCS: CV Workshop

5 March - 10am until 12noon - Every 2 weeks 
Update your CV and get tailored support for specific Jobs/Sectors.
*This is not a "create a CV from scratch" workshop and participants are expected to have a CV already made before the session.*
Ideal for customers who are comfortable with IT and have good communication to cope with group sessions. Those that need additional support should be booked into a 1-1 session with NCS.

NCS: Interview Workshop

26 March - 10am until 12noon - Every 2 weeks
If you are ready for the Job Market and need some advice and support with interviews, come along to this workshop.

NCS: Identifying Skills for Job Applications Workshop (childcare / education)

7 April - 10.30am - 12.30pm

• Why it’s important to understand your skills and how they can be used in the workplace
• How skills are transferrable between different occupations
• Understanding the difference between "hard" and "soft" skills
• How understanding your skills can enhance the relevance and quality of your CV and job applications
• Useful tools including the Skills Health Check which can help you to identify your strengths and skills and broaden your career horizons
• How the National Careers Service can support you to reach your career goals

Referrals to other organisations

How to apply or enquire:

Please feel free to drop into the Job Shop and talk to our experienced Employment Coaches or refer to details directly.

92941: WEA - Level 3 Award in Education and Training.

92306: University of Wolverhampton - Strategic Leadership and Management Training Course.

91544: World Jewish Relief - ESOL courses.

90563: Tulia - Legal advice and holistic support for migrants.

90561: Change Grow Live - Information, advice and guidance to anyone suffering with drugs and alcohol misuse.

91447: Sport 4 Life - Functional Skills English and Maths for young adults in Coventry.

90312: Samaritans - Support service to anyone in need.

89997: Standguide - A 3-week program motivating young participants to improve employability, focusing on self-presentation, digital tools for job searching, and exploring local opportunities with tailored support.

89881: Aquarius - Gambling support.

88538: Learning Into Employment Academy - A wide range of courses in subjects including CSCS, Security, First Aid, Food Hygiene Training and many more.

89773: Kingstrust - 12 week team programme for young adults.

83143: Coventry College - Insulation Bootcamp - learn a range of insulation techniques and secure a guaranteed interview with a local employer.

88059: Coventry College - Digital Skills and IT Courses.

88065: Coventry College - NCFE CACHE Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges.

82094: Event Cover - SIA Security Training.

85029: Telford College - HGV driving course.

86539: Twin Training and Employment - Customer service course with wrap around support.

87739: Netcom Training - Digital, IT and coding courses.

87680: Learning Curve Group - Leadership/Management and Business Admin/Logistics Bootcamps - Up to 10 Weeks, potential guaranteed interviews lined up with wrap around employment support.

87704: Training Personified - Level 2 Personal Development for Employability Course.

87695: Workwell - A new initiative set to support individuals with mental health or health-related barriers to find or stay in employment.

86235: Challenge-trg Skills – 2 Week Warehouse Course for eligible residents. Guaranteed interview with a local employer.

88215: WEA - Adult Learning Courses such as skills for life, work, learning English and more.

88090: Jobskilla - Rail Engineering courses for West Midlands residents!

74267: Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber Of Commerce - Get Into Health And Social Care Path 2 Apprenticeships Support for Coventry residents aged 19 - 29 who are currently unemployed with a free short course to explore the health and social care career path. This course is partnered with the NHS.

80971: Serco – Data Management Skills Bootcamp This Skills Bootcamp programme is for people who wish to gain an understanding of the knowledge and skills required for a job role within the digital workforce area. The programme is a 12 Week Online Course with a guaranteed job interview.

78760: Realise Training - Early Years Bootcamp Upon completion of the course, the provider will support learners to find an industry-recognised level 3 qualification via the apprenticeship route.

75092: Coventry College - Multiskills Bootcamp Skills Bootcamps are giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and fast-track to an interview with an employer.

78285: St Francis Employability - Employability, ESOL, IT, Customer Service, Health and safety and Food Hygiene Courses.

77617: PET-XI - Self-Employed Bootcamp PETXI are running a bootcamp for customers interested in setting up their own business. The boot camp includes- Business coaching, Career Mentoring, Workshops, and the opportunity to apply for a Grant to help set up your business.

81550: Workpays- Foundation Skills Programme Gain Maths, English, Digital Skills plus a sector specific qualification all up to Level 2 and personalised career support.

66096: Maximus - The Refugee Employability Programme / Individual support and help to improve your English and career skills.

82094: Event Cover - SIA Training SIA Security programme will run for 12 days in the classroom, with additional follow-on support helping people into work.

81223: Feed the Hungry UK Step is a signposting tool that can instantly and electronically send individuals relevant up-to-date signposting information on support services in multiple languages and formats, which increases the likelihood of individuals following up with services

81278: ACH - Pre- start business courses for migrant businesses A 4 week Online Course designed to understand the fundamentals of starting and running a business in the UK.

79500: FDA Learn Applying for a role in the Civil Service - Support with the application and interview process.

58847: The Skills Network Variety of Boot camps online such as IT Infrastructure Technician, Technical Service Desk, Early Years Educator, Digital Marketing.

80051: British Army Recruitment Have you ever wondered what it is like to be in the British Army? Would you like a free taster of Army Life, without any commitment to join?
Here is your opportunity to be part of what the British Army does and find out whether you could fit in.

80401: Watch Community Centre Advice for those looking to advance or change their careers, CV support, Job searches, Signposting, Interview techniques. Support applying to training or higher education. Work experience and volunteering placements.

80497: Shaws Trust - Thrive Into Work Employability support for those who have health issues as a barrier to get into work.

76098: Generation - Sustainability Project Officer Skills Bootcamp A 10 week course to learn everything you need to start a career within the sustainability sector.

74846: Back 2 Work - Employability support Employability classes where each learner will receive a tailored timetable of classes that will benefit them.

81212: Workpays – Path 2 Apprenticeships A short term 4 week course to give young people the support they need to successfully enter and complete an apprenticeship in a specific area, with the aim of leading to sustainable employment with a guaranteed interview.

72098: Smartworks - Free clothing and coaching to help you get a job. Eligibility criteria applies.

80694: Acorns Become a volunteer in store.

79433: Mind Recovery and Wellbeing Academy by Coventry and Warwickshire Mind

74164: Mission Accomplished Ltd - TV and Film Fusion Course Have you always wanted to earn your living making TV shows and Films but not known how to get started, sign up for a short course to start your career in the TV and film industry.

72461: Prospects / NEETS Referral
If you have a customer aged 16-18 NEETS (Not in employment or education / 2022 & 2023 school leavers)
Referral form is available

72070: NHS Work Experience, Apprenticeships, Volunteering & Employability
Volunteering - Wednesday 21 November hosted by UHCW

70806: Become a Registered Childminder in Coventry
As a registered Childminder you will look after one or more children under the age of 8 years, for more than a total of two hours a day, in your own home, for payment.
Childminders may care for a maximum of six children under the age of eight at any one time. Of these six children, a maximum of three may be young children, and there should only be one child under the age of one. How to become a childminder in Coventry [https://www.coventry.gov.uk/early-years-childcare/childminding]

65561: Safe Haven / Open 6pm – 11pm for adults aged 16+

67078: Do you want to become a Foster Carer? / Financial Package: Up to 45k (Including costs for caring for the young person)

57884: Arty-Folks Art for Wellbeing programme

66771: Voluntary Action Coventry Drop In Sessions / Monday and Tuesdays 10am-2pm

63076: Multiply / Do you want to be better at Maths? Attend the courses or have a one to one lesson online or at a direct venue.

57679: Digital Edge / 4 weeks - 2 days a week / Birmingham

67749: NHS: The Health & Social Care Employability Academy

57104: Armed Forces and Veterans Personalised support to armed service personnel and their families

58562: Women only group / Every Wednesday / 1pm - 2:30pm / Coventry CV6

63076: Multiply - Do you want to be better at Maths?

58847: Common Health Conditions (L2 Certificate) / Rolling start dates / Online

58317: Enterprise Programme / Rolling start dates / Online and Coventry City Centre

57571: The pantry – food support for unemployed and low income

58849: The Dynamo Project / Rolling Start Date / Mon - Sat (8am - 4pm)

57369: New online mental health course for men (MENtalk) / Every Monday at 1pm / Online

57507: Coventry Safe Haven - Mental Health Support / Out-of-hours mental health support (6pm-11pm, 365 days a year)

Online webinars

How to apply or enquire

Please feel free to drop into the Job Shop and talk to our experienced Employment Coaches or refer to details directly.