Courses & Workshops
RSPCA Animal Action Project for Children in Care
Who: Children aged 5 - 11.
When: TBC
Where: TBC
What: A fun and interactive day where children will learn what animals, especially pets, need to be happy and healthy. This course aims to develop empathy towards animals and inform children how to stay safe. This programme will include games run by experienced RSPCA staff, a talk from an RSPCA Inspector and a tour around an animal centre to understand the work that the RSPCA do and what the consequences of animal cruelty are. This will educate children in a fun and engaging way, to help them experience all the ways we can help pets and ensure positive experiences with animals.
Cost: Free
How to apply: For information, please contact the VSK Participation team at: VSK_Participation@kent.gov.uk
RBLI Skills Courses
Who: 19+, unemployed and receiving benefits
When: Various dates
Where: RBLI centres across Kent
What: The RBLI offers a wide range of vocational courses designed to help you make a start in different industries, improve your qualifications or even just get ready for employment. Click on the links for more information: Construction, Customer Service, Warehousing and Storage, Retail, Health and Social Care, Employability Level 1, Gateway to Employment, IT for beginners, IT Level 1 and Functional Skills.
Cost: Free
How to apply: Complete a Referral Form and email it to skills@rbli.co.uk . Find out more at the RBLI website or call 01634 568786.
Prince’s Trust: Enterprise
Who: 18 - 30 year olds currently unemployed or working fewer than 16 hours a week, or in education less than 14 hours a week.
When: TBC
Where: TBC
What: The Prince’s Trust is offering a FREE Four-day ‘Explore Enterprise’ workshop, providing ongoing support whilst you plan your business. This includes one-to-one mentoring, and potential financial support available. This includes low interest loans and a ‘Will it Work’ grant. The programme will provide the opportunity to have an inspirational talk, the chance to set personal goals and learn about different legal structures that could affect your business. Learn about marketing and selling, HMRC, money management and finally how to write and understand business plans. The Prince’s Trust will provide ongoing support for your growing business
Cost: FREE
How to apply: For further information and to apply, contact Leanne on: 07423 470533 or Email: Leanne.Zahra@princes-trust.org.uk
Prince’s Trust: App Design
Who: People aged 18-28 interested in Technology/App Design.
When: Taster day 24th March 2020, Main programme starts 30th March 2020 - 3rd April 2020.
Where: Medway
What: The Prince’s Trust, and Made By Milk are running a FREE one-week programme where you can work with industry professionals from ISG to explore the process of App Design. This course will provide you with the opportunity to work in groups to develop ideas and design your own app, as well as learning how to turn your app into a fully functioning prototype. You will have the chance to pitch your app at the end of programme celebration event and will then receive 6 months mentoring support to help you into work, education or training.
Cost: Free
How to apply: For more information Text/ Call or Email: 0798 5289 645 Gabriel.Adams@princes-trust.org.uk Call for free: 0800 842 842
Heath Farm School Apprenticeship: Property Maintenance Operative
Who: Young people living in the Ashford area, looking for an entry level apprenticeship in Property Maintenance.
When: Applications are now open
Where: Heath Farm School, Charing Heath
What: An entry level apprenticeship in property maintenance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a young person looking to kick start their career. You will undertake general maintenance duties and risk assessments. Carry out various security checks as well as dealing with deliveries. You will report directly to either the schools head teacher or facilities manager if there is any issues when carrying out the maintenance of the school. You will receive professional support throughout the course of the apprenticeship and learn valuable life skills. You will also earn a wage.
Cost: Apprentices will earn a wage whilst training.
How to apply: To apply, follow this link: https://heathfarmschool.org/careers/jobs/job-details/?job=108504
Heath Farm School Apprenticeship: Apprentice Administrator
Who: Young People living in the Ashford area, looking for an entry level apprenticeship in administration
When: Applications are now open
Where: Heath Farm School, Charing Heath
What: This is a fantastic entry level opportunity for anyone who wishes to have a career in Administration and work towards a Business Administration qualification. You will plan, organise and provide efficient administrative support to the Head Teacher and Senior Leadership Team at the school. You will become a first point of contact for parents and visitors, developing your personal skills. Help arrange and set up meetings and support in responding to enquiries through email, telephone and letters. You will receive professional training throughout the course of your apprenticeship and will develop valuable life skills. You will also earn a wage.
Cost: Apprentices earn a wage whilst training.
How to apply: For more information, and to apply, follow this link: https://heathfarmschool.org/careers/jobs/job-details/?job=108515
ESOL Courses Available for Adult Ed
Who: 18+ Care Leavers Service
When: Various dates
Where: Throughout Kent (Excl. Deal, Ashford, Tunbridge Wells)
What: ESOL Courses available for adult education, throughout Kent. For further information and to view specific courses, please click here.
Cost: Free
How to apply: Contact Number – 03000 412222 or https://www.kentadulteducation.co.uk/
CSCS Green Card Course (Croydon)
Who: For people aged 16 - 24 not in education or employment OR receiving JSA or Universal Credit
When: Various dates
Where: Croydon
What: To work in construction you’ll need a CSCS card. Our 5 (short days) programme includes 5 year CSCS ‘Green’ Card, L1 Award in Health & Safety, Warehousing Course and a £30 Amazon Voucher On Achievement.
Cost: Free
How to apply: For more information and to apply call Georgia, on 01273 980244.
Children in Care non-residential Easter School
Who: Children in Care from Year 9 - Year 12 may apply.
Where: Canterbury Christ Church University.
When: 22nd to 23rd of April 2020
What: Canterbury Christ Church University are delighted to offer young people the chance to attend their Children in Care non-residential Easter School, taking place at their Canterbury campus. The number of students applying to university, who have come from a care background, is very low and this event aims to offer students a chance to come and experience University life in full. This year’s Easter School has a Creative Writing and Performance Poetry theme. During the Easter School attendees will take part in fun and educational sessions including a creative poetry workshop, a Dynamic Dialogue and presentation skills session, and the research project exploring addiction to videogames. All costs of the summer school are met by CCCU, and transport to and from the event will be provided. For people who have an interest but no experience of University education, the Easter School aims to increase both social and academic confidence; heighten aspirations to attend University/Higher Education, contribute to social and emotional wellbeing, and improve attainment in a variety of subject areas. This experience will also make the attendees a more appealing candidate to University, should they wish to apply in the future.
Cost: Free
How to apply: For more information, and to apply, follow this link: https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/outreach/forms/children-in-care-easter-school.aspx
Apprenticeship opportunities
Who: Young People aged 16 and over looking to learn on the job!
When: Various dates
Where: Throughout Kent
What: Gain qualifications, get workplace experience and earn a wage - all at the same time! Kent Training and Apprenticeships offer apprenticeships in a variety of sectors and at a variety of levels with a high level of support. Click here to see some examples of current apprenticeships in administration, social care, digital media and more in Thanet and the surrounding areas! Click here to view apprenticeship opportunities in Ashford, Tenterden and Maidstone! Click here for useful links for Apprenticeships and School Leaver Schemes.
Cost: Apprentices receive a wage to train
How to apply: Go to the KTA website to find out more about apprenticeships and check out current vacancies. Ring 0800 731 4297 or email KT&A@kent.gov.uk to get in touch.