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Ready to make a difference this summer? Are you aged 16–28? Interested in the conservation industry and keen to gain new skills and knowledge? Applications are now open for Summer Forest Rising – a FREE programme for young people passionate about nature, climate action, and creating greener places for people and wildlife. Through a series of hands-on summer workshops at Poole Farm, you’ll explore what makes a Community Forest. Sessions run from Friday 24 July to Friday 2

Looking to break into the construction industry? This 10-day Construction Ready course, delivered by Greenlight in partnership with The King’s Trust and the Department for Work and Pensions, is designed to help you take your first step. If you’re currently receiving Universal Credit, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain recognised qualifications and move quickly towards an apprenticeship with one of the UK’s leading training providers. What you’ll gain: This course is all

Here at Skills Launchpad Plymouth, there is plenty happening to support you in making changes and learning new skills! To save you scrolling through too many posts, here's a breakdown of what's on and when. Monday (open to anyone 16+), 10am to 3pm Caring Plymouth Drop-in Session Mondays are our dedicated day for anyone interested in opportunities within the health and social care and childcare sectors. Drop in to meet Dan and explore current vacancies across the city, along w

This National Employability Day, we’re proud to highlight the incredible support available across Plymouth, made possible through strong partnerships with local organisations dedicated to helping people move forward. Whether you’re entering the world of work for the first time, returning after a break, or considering a new career path, there’s a wealth of free, welcoming support on offer to help you build confidence, develop new skills, and take your next step. What’s hap

At Skills Launchpad Plymouth, we’re always working on ways to support your next step, whether that’s building new skills or exploring a change in direction. To make things easy, we’ve pulled together a simple overview of what’s coming up and when. Monday (open to anyone 16+), 10am to 3pm Caring Plymouth Drop-in Session Mondays are our dedicated day for anyone interested in opportunities within the health and social care and childcare sectors. Drop in to meet Dan and explore c

Our Youth Hub team are pleased to announce the return of the popular Training and Apprenticeship Drop-in sessions, launching this July at Cobourg House. Taking place on the first Thursday of every month from 10am to 1pm, the sessions will bring together local training providers, making it easier for 16 to 24-year-olds to explore opportunities and take their next steps. The first session in July will feature a range of providers, including City College Plymouth, Focus Trai

We were pleased to recently host Ian from the National Careers Service for an engaging Employability Workshop, designed to support individuals in strengthening their job application skills. The session covered key areas of the application process, including how to create a strong CV, write effective cover letters, and prepare for interviews using the STAR method. Attendees also explored how AI can support job applications and were introduced to useful tools such as Abintegr

Feeling overwhelmed by job applications? Boost your confidence and stand out to employers by joining Ian from the National Careers Service for an engaging digital employability workshop, open to anyone aged 19+. This session is designed to help you better understand today’s recruitment process. You’ll learn how employers really recruit, how to strengthen your CV and job applications, how AI and applicant tracking systems (ATS) filter candidates, and how to present your skills

Are you looking to start a career in construction or explore new opportunities in one of Plymouth’s fastest-growing sectors? Join Building Plymouth this month for a jobs and training drop-in session with Jem Scaffolding, designed to help you understand your options and take your next steps. This is a great opportunity to meet industry professionals, ask questions, and learn more about how you could get started. Why attend? Whether you're just starting out, changing care

Looking to take your first step into a rewarding career? Greenlight apprenticeships offer the opportunity to earn, learn, and build real skills in a hands-on environment from day one. Whether you're leaving school or ready for a career change, Greenlight supports learners in gaining experience, achieving recognised qualifications, and progressing into long-term careers. What is an Apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a real job with training, where learners can: Get paid whil