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Skills and Employability Service

Swale

Employability Offer

Mainstream Training

Callum Park Equestrian Centre

KT & A

Brogdale CIC

Canterbury College – Swale Campus

CXK (Prince’s Trust)

Carillion

SkillForce/Skill Centre Plus

Middleton Murray

Concept Training (Impact)

Catch 22


Contents

1. Mainstream Training

2. Callum Park Equestrian Centre

3. KT & A

4. Brogdale CIC

5. Carillion

6. Canterbury College - Swale Campus

7. CXK (Prince’s Trust)

8. SkillForce/Skill Centre Plus

9. Middleton Murray

10. Concept Training – The Impact Programme

11. Catch 22


Programmes of study and levels: Study Programme


Name of programme: Streetworks

Locations:

Mainstream Training Centre,

Sittingbourne

Referral method:

Maxine Hales

Contact:

Maxine Hales

[email protected]

Joining dates:

Thursday 31st March 2016 –

9.30am

Friday 29th April 2016 –

9.30am

Thursday 26th May 2016 –

9.30am

Friday 24th June 2016 –

9.30am

Friday 8th July 2016 –

9.30am

Thursday 28th July 2016 –

9.30am

Course Start:

September 2016

Description:

Streetworks involves a variety of maintenance and construction tasks which occur on the roads and highways in the UK. Students will gain experience of working in this environment including:

Underground detection apparatus to identify underground services, i.e. Electrical and Radio.

Site plans to locate other services, such as water, sewage and gas.

Signing, lighting and guarding at the site location, which includes setting up traffic lights systems, traffic flow systems, road signage and the protection of areas.

Excavation of road surfaces by use of plant and power tools

Re-instatement of road surfaces by use of plant and power tools

Paving and kerbing. Students will receive certificates of competence in these processes.

i. Streetworks

mailto:[email protected]


Name of programme: Construction

Operations & Civil Engineering

Locations:

Mainstream Training Centre, Sittingbourne

Referral method:

Maxine Hales

Contact:

Maxine Hales

[email protected]

Programmes of study and levels:

Level 2 Diploma in Construction Operations

& Civil Engineering

Description:

.This course is suitable for anyone who wishes to progress into the following

sectors:

Civil engineering technician

Concreter

Construction operative

Highways maintenance/road worker


ii. Construction Operations

& Civil Engineering

Joining dates:


9.30am


9.30am


9.30am


9.30am


9.30am


9.30am

Course Start:

September 2016




iii. Warehouse and

Storage

Name of programme:

Warehouse and Storage

Locations:

Mainstream Training Centre,

Sittingbourne

Referral method:

Maxine Hales


Level 2 Certificate in Warehousing & Storage

Contact:

Maxine Hales

[email protected]

Description:

This course covers all aspects of warehousing and storage including:

Health and Safety, plant and logistics operations, forklift driving, stock

management.

Joining dates:


9.30am


9.30am


9.30am


9.30am


9.30am


9.30am

Course Start:

September 2016



2. Callum Park Equestrian

Centre

i. Equine Studies and Equine

Engagement

Equine Studies

Qualification: Level 2 Equine

Studies

Description: Students study

for 3 days a week in this

purpose built set-up. Learning

riding, stabling and all aspects

of animal care.

Location: Callum Park, near

Sittingbourne

Equine Engagement

Qualification: Experience programme

Description: Working in this unique

setting students will help out with the

horses and be given opportunity to

learn about equine management and

the opportunity to ride.

Location: Callum Park, near

Sittingbourne

Contact (referral through):

Celia Buxton

[email protected]

Joining Dates: All year round




Certificate in Employment, Teamwork

and Community Skills Levels: Entry 3 –

level 2

Description:

The Prince’s Trust Team programme is a full time programme of personal

development with careers advice that supports NEET 16-25 year olds.

They take on a community project of their own choice, take part in a residential

week and undertake a 2 weeks work placement.

The nationally recognised programme is delivered by CXK staff in partnership with

Prince’s Trust.

Joining dates:

(Roll-on roll-off)

13 April 2015

Duration: 13 weeks full time

3. KT & A


You will study or join a course at one

of our centers where you will work

towards a City and Guilds NVQ (Level

1 or 2). In addition you may study

Functional Skills if required.

Apprenticeship Pathways

Joining dates: Regular start

dates every 12 weeks

Duration: 6 months / 12 months

for apprenticeship

Name of programme: Work Ready

Extra

Location: Swale

Referral method: Call 0800 731

4297, visit KTandA.co.uk, or text

07860 008 025 starting your message

with KTA.


City & Guilds NVQ in Customer

Service at L1 or L2, City & Guilds

Functional Skills English and maths at

Entry 3, L1 or L2, GCSE English and

maths with embedded employability

skills and work placement/experience.

Contact:

Chelsi Moore, Engagement and

Progression Officer,

[email protected],

07795 151374

Tracey Shaw-Mercer,

Foundation Team Leader,

tracey.shaw-

[email protected], 07917

639086

Joining dates: w/c:

11/04/2016

Duration: 30 weeks +

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 chosen career. There are many career areas that Work Ready Extra can help with, from plumbing

to childcare and marketing to warehousing.

Being work-ready is all about having the right skills, knowledge and attitude. The Work Ready Extra programme gives learners the opportunity to gain employer recognised qualifications and practical experience to put on their CV. The programme includes a work placement lasting for a minimum of 12 weeks within the learners’ chosen career sector. This provides an invaluable insight into the reality of working life and helps learners make an informed decision about future choices. At the end of the programme progression opportunities include employment with training or an apprenticeship (often with the employer where the work placement has been held) or into further education or training.





4. Brogdale CIC


Pre-apprenticeship in Horticulture

(Craftworks)

Locations: Brogdale, Faversham

Referral method:

Through Rebecca O’Neill

Name of programme: Reynolds Training Academy (Fitness) Locations: Sittingbourne, Borough

Green, Rainham and Bexley

Referral method: Self or

professional referral (contact Angela

as above). Fitness Apprenticeships

(Level 2 and 3)

Contact:

Brogdale CIC

Rebecca O’Neill

[email protected]

07812416344


Pre-apprenticeship in Horticulture –

Craftworks Horticulture Course (Entry

Level 1)

Joining dates: All year round

Duration: One year

Description:

Learn horticulture basics

Develop your basic maths and English towards level 2

Get work experience in a variety of settings

Have mentor support

Progress towards an apprenticeship The Craftworks Horticulture Course will look at the full cycle from seed to table and includes: • Planning a garden! • Ground maintenance • Crafts in rural settings Progression on to an Apprenticeship could be offered following this course .



5. Carillion

Name of programme: Carillion Pre-

apprenticeship

Locations:

Referral method: Referral through

Kailly Lana

Contact:

Kailly Lana

[email protected]

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3 areas for the programme:

Bricklaying

Carpentry

Painting and decorating

Joining dates: October and

December

Description:

Programme for young people who are looking to get into the construction and associated trades. They will gain qualifications, mentoring and support together with work experience placements with Carillion sub-contractors. Many students progress into apprenticeships with our sub-contractors.

Guaranteed advantages of the course:

All the skills, tools and techniques Trainees need to get into work

Valid work experience

Either an interview for a job or apprenticeship at the end of the work placement or an exit interview

ALL LEVELS CAN APPLY. Attitude and motivation are as important as your levels of achievement. There is an assessment test that you will take- please contact us if you would like an example copy to help you prepare.





Construction - Entry Level 3

6. Canterbury College – Swale Campus

Name of programme: Construction

Locations: Swale Campus,

Sheerness

Referral method:

Contact the college by phone or call

in.

Contact:

Admissions, Bridge Road,

Sheerness. ME12 1HL.

01795 581581

Joining dates:

January 2016

Duration: January to July

Description:

Learners will learn multi trades: carpentry, brick laying, and painting and decorating.

There will also be the opportunity to develop numeracy and literacy need for the

workplace and employability skills to help find work.

Successful completion of the course could lead to progression onto a higher level

construction course or employment.

Support for travel expenses can be applied for.


6. Canterbury College – Swale Campus

Name of programme: Fresh Start

Locations: The Quays, Sittingbourne.

Referral method: Contact the college

by phone or call in.

Contact:



01795 581581


Entry Level 3/Level 1

Joining dates:

October

January

Duration: 2 days per week

Description:

This is aimed at young people who are not yet ready for mainstream college

provision or employment. The course focuses on developing employability,

digital, creative and ITC skills.



6. Canterbury College- Swale Campus

Name of programme:

Fast Track Course

Locations: Swale Campus,

Sheerness

Referral method: Contact the college

by phone or call in.

Contact:



01795 581581


Level 1,2 and 3

Joining dates:

January

Duration: January - July

Description:

The Fast Track course is an opportunity for young people who may want to switch

direction or who missed the September start.

Learners can join either Business Studies or Uniformed Public Services courses,

but they will have to demonstrate a commitment ot learning that will allow them to

catch up. Extra support will be available for these learners.



7. CXK (Prince’s Trust)

Name of programme:

CXK (Prince’s Trust)

Locations: Sittingbourne

Referral Method: Application form/

phone call/ via Targeted Support

Practitioners working for CXK Ltd, via

Early Help.

Contact:

Website: www.princes-trust.org

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 01233 224244

http://cxk.org/young-

people/training/princes-trust-team-

programme

Programmes of study and levels

The Team programme is

A challenging, structured programme for Teams of between 12 to 15 young people

It begins with team-building activities, including a week at a residential activity centre

It continues with community projects and individual work placements

At the end of the programme there is a celebration of achievements with friends and family where you will receive End of Programme Certificates

Joining dates: 18th April 2016

Duration: 12 weeks

Description: The Prince's Trust Team Programme is a 12-week personal

development programme that helps increase your confidence, motivation and

work-related skills, enabling you to move into employment, education, training,

volunteering or an apprenticeship.

http://www.princes-trust.org/


http://cxk.org/young-people/training/princes-trust-team-programme




8. SkillForce/Skill Centre Plus

Name of programme: Your Future

Locations: New House Sports and

Youth Centre, Chalkwell Road,

Sittingbourne ME10 2LP

Referral Method: ‘Your Future’

referral form

Contact:

[email protected]

[email protected]


Aimed at learners from Entry L2

upwards

Employability Programme – City and

Guilds

Functional Skills English and Maths up

to Level 2 and GCSE

Work Experience

Traineeships/Apprenticeships

Joining dates:

W/C 24th January 2016

Duration: 12 week programme 3

days per week (Tues, Weds,

Thurs) 9am 3pm

Traineeships: after 6 weeks and

up to 6 months

Apprenticeship: 12 months

minimum

Description:

SkillForce is a National Educational Charity which employs ex Service Personnel to

work with young people. Our instructors are passionate about inspiring young people

to succeed and maximise their life chances.

Through a combination of on and off-site provision and a range of challenging,

practical activities our inspiring role models will help prepare the students for the key

transition into the world of work.

The Your Futures programme will focus on developing teamwork, problem-solving and

leadership skills and building up confidence, resilience and initiative by engaging

young people in practical, purposeful tasks. A reflective approach to individual and

team success will ensure that participants gain a greater insight into their own skills

and qualities and are able to take the next steps into their chosen career.

Young people will learn a range of Employability skills. They will experience

adventurous activities, an expedition, a Community Challenge and a range of

supervised placements. They will achieve a First Aid Award and a Navigation Award.

All of these elements will contribute to the creation of a detailed CV which the young

people can use in the next stage of their career progression.




9. Middleton Murray

Name of programme:

Traineeship to apprenticeship Locations: Faversham and Sittingbourne

Referral method: See contact details

Contact:

Darran Smith

Phone: 01304 802702

Mobile: 07710 059587

Email:

[email protected]

om

www.middletonmurray.com

Programmes of study and

levels:

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.



http://www.middletonmurray.com/


9. Middleton Murray

Name of programme:

Apprenticeship Locations: Faversham and Sittingbourne

Referral method: See contact details

Programmes of study and

levels:

Apprenticeship includes NVQ

Level 2 / 3 qualification with

Maths / English and ICT.

Contact:

Darran Smith

Phone: 01304 802702

Mobile: 07710 059587

Email:

[email protected]

om

www.middletonmurray.com

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.

CONTACT US NOW FOR MORE INFORMATION



http://www.middletonmurray.com/


10. Concept Training – The Impact Programme

Name of programme: Impact (South East) Locations: Swale

Referral method: Self-referral or professional referral

Contact:

Owen Taylor


Cliff Thompson



A specially designed course to obtain the

highest possible level of fitness for

anyone wishing to join any of the Armed

Forces. Level 1 ASDAN qualification in

Employability and Personal Development.

Progression of skills in maths and

English.

Joining dates:

25th January 2016

Duration:13 weeks

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!




11. Catch 22

Name of programme: National Citizen

Service (NCS)

Locations: Swale

Referral Method: www.ncsyes.co.uk

Contact:

CXK

01233 224244

Joining dates:

July and August 2016

Duration: 4 weeks


N/A

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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