Next week at Skills Launchpad Plymouth - w/c 2 December
- nualaedgar
- Nov 29, 2024
- 3 min read
Here at Skills Launchpad Plymouth, we have plenty of things happening to support you in your journey to find skills, training and employment.
To save you scrolling through too many posts, here's a breakdown of what's on and when.
Monday (open to anyone 16+)
Sector Drop-in Sessions, 10am to 2pm: Mondays are our dedicated day for anyone interested in health and social care, childcare, or the hospitality, retail and tourism sectors. This week, our Health and Care Co-ordinators Jack and Nat will be joined by Next Generation and Prestige Nursing. This is a great chance to come and find out about current vacancies in our city! Jack and Nat will also be on hand to chat about skills, training, cv's and more!
Christmas Jobs Support Drop-in, 10am to 2pm: This week, pop in and chat to our Co-ordinator James about Christmas jobs in hospitality and retail. You will be able to get advice and support with your cv, job applications, interviews and local vacancies.
Tuesday (open to anyone 16+)
Sector Drop-in Sessions, 10am to 2pm: Tuesdays are focussed on those interested in the construction and built environment, and the green economy. Aswell as our Construction co-ordinators Morven and Gareth, our Green Skills Coordinators Jas and Victoria will also be available to offer advice on the type of jobs available within the Green Economy, aswell as skills and training opportunities.
If you are ex military and looking to gain new skills or secure work, pop in and chat to Victoria. She will be able to offer help with training and courses that may be of interest, careers you might not have thought of, and practical ways to make those changes!
Aged 19+? The National Careers Service offer pre-booked appointments for help with developing CVs, cover letters, and general careers advice.
Wednesday (Youth Hub delivery for 16 to 24-year-olds)
Sector Drop-in, 10am to 2pm: Drop in and meet with our sector co-ordinators, who can connect you with opportunities in Plymouth's most in demand sectors, including construction and the built environment, health and social care, and the visitor economy. This weeks focus will be on the visitor economy, retail and hospitality. It is a great chance to find out about opportunities in this in demand area. Just pop in and ask for James!
1:1 Youth Hub appointments, 10am to 2pm with our Coordinators Rhianne and Abi. They will be on hand to chat to you about skills, training, education and jobs. They are also a fountain of knowledge on apprenticeships and supported internships!
Our Youth Hub Work Coaches from the Jobcentre will be meeting people for pre-booked appointments
Hollie from the Prince's Trust will be available to discuss upcoming opportunities
Thursday ( Youth Hub delivery for 16 to 24-year-olds)
Find Your Future, 12pm to 2pm Our Youth Hub Coordinator Rhi has cleared her diary between 12-2pm to support any care experienced young people in need of a chat and some direction. There’s no pressure to sign up to anything. It’s just a chat, and you can bring a friend or your PA. Pop in and give it a try.
Don't Miss:
University of Plymouth – Online talks
Trying to find the right course for you and learn about student life can sometimes be tricky. The University of Plymouth’s outreach team has several electronic resources and online talks that you can dip into at a time to suit you. The talks cover a wide range of topics giving an insight into Higher Education, including finance, student budgeting and choosing a course.
To find out more, click here
Boundless - Efford Youth Centre, Monday 18 November, 6.30-8pm
A youth group for neurodiverse young people. A chance to make new friends, develop social skills and explore new opportunities.
We look forward to seeing you next week on the first floor of Barclays Plymouth.
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