Wolves at Work Drop-in Sessions
Event: Whether you're at the beginning of your career journey or looking to find a new role, receive free advice and guidance to find your way to work.
For details of how to contact Wolves at Work and a complete list of drop-in sessions across the city, click further information below.
RAF Museum - Youth Advisory Panel
Event: RAF Museum are looking for 16 to 24 year olds to support their Midlands Development Programme by joining our Youth Advisory Panel. Help us to shape our museum into an engaging and relevant space for young people by inputting into their Midlands Development Programme, from the planning stages to delivery and beyond.
Venue: RAF Museum Midlands, Lysander Avenue, Cosford, TF11 8UP.
How to Apply: For more information or to sign up please email us at learning-midlands@rafmuseum.org
Summer Jobs Programme
The Summer Jobs Programme is a 6-week initiative for young people aged 16-20 at risk of violence, helping them gain skills, confidence and a brighter future.
Date: Open until Saturday 17th May
Venue: Wolverhampton
The Skills Centre & Path2Apprenticeships – 3-Week Construction Gateway Programme
Are you aged 19+ and have no previous experience working in Construction? This 3-week programme is a great opportunity to gain the essential skills, CSCS card and certificates in this industry.
Enrolment starts: Tuesday 22nd April | 8:30am – 1pm
Course Dates: Monday 29th April – Friday 16th May | 8:30am – 4pm
Venue: The Skills Centre, 7 Mill Street, Birmingham, B6 4BS
National Careers Service – Build a CV for the 21st Century
This webinar will give you insight on why you need a CV, how employers recruit in the 21st Century and the implications this has for your CV
Date: Tuesday 22nd April | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
The Skills Centre – 1-Week Construction Gateway Programme (19+)
This programme is a fantastic opportunity for those who are looking to gain their CSCS card quick whilst getting basic knowledge and certificates within construction.
Enrolment starts: Wednesday 23rd April | 8:30am – 1pm
Course Dates: Monday 28th April – Friday 2nd May | 8:30am – 4pm
Venue: The Skills Centre, 7 Mill Street, Birmingham, B6 4BS
National Careers Service – Working with Children & Young People
This webinar will give you a thorough insight into the full range of jobs where you can work with or at least have contact with children.
Date: Wednesday 23rd April | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Becoming a Teaching Assistant
Are you interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant and want to find out how to get started?
Date: Thursday 24th April | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Building your confidence and motivation
This webinar will provide an overview of how confidence and motivation impact on our lives.
Date: Thursday 24th April | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Getting into Teaching
Are you interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant and want to find out how to get started?
Date: Friday 25th April | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
Mind at Work
Are you unemployed? Looking for work? Experiencing mental health issues? This free support programme will help you build coping strategies and boost your employability!
Date: Monday 28th April & Tuesday 29th April | 10am – 12:30pm
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Rd, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For further info on how to apply, please contact:
Community Skills Team on email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or tel: 07881 358 679
Wellbeing Works
Wellbeing Works is a new programme that is designed to inspire, empower and motivate!
Date: Monday 28th April & Tuesday 6th May | 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Rd, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For further info on how to apply, please contact:
Community Skills Team on email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or tel: 07881 358 679
City of Wolverhampton College – Open Evening
Come to one of their open events, where you’ll have the chance to talk to current students who made the choice you’re thinking about now and find out about more about college life.
Date: Wednesday 30th April | 4pm – 7pm
Venue: City of Wolverhampton College Campus (both at Paget Rd & Wellington Rd)
Language at Work
Unemployed and searching for work? Are you a ESOL speaker? This free programme can help you build computer literacy and boost your chances of being hired!
Date: Thursday 1st May | 10am – 12:30pm
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Rd, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For further info on how to apply, please contact:
Community Skills Team on email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or tel: 07881 358 679
Preparation for Driving Theory & Work
This free 6-week programme is designed to help you gain skills to and knowledge for the Driving Test Theory.
Date: Thursday 1st May | 1pm – 2:30pm
Venue: Graiseley Family Hub, Pool Street, Wolverhampton, WV2 4NE
For further info on how to apply, please contact:
Community Skills Team on email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or tel: 07881 358 679
Let’s talk ESOL
The B1 and B2 test are used to show your level of English, which is required to apply for British Citizenship or indefinite leave to remain (ILR).
Date: Tuesday 6th May | 1pm – 2:30pm
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Rd, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For further info on how to apply, please contact:
Community Skills Team on email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or tel: 07881 358 679
National Careers Service – Digital Job Seeking
This webinar will cover how to tackle digital job seeking including setting up an effective LinkedIn profile.
Date: Tuesday 13th May | 10am – 11am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Working in Accounting & Finance
This webinar will give thorough coverage of working in accounting and finance including where people work and entry routes.
Date: Tuesday 13th May | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Self-employment – Getting started
Thinking of going self-employed but not sure how to start? Join our webinar to get a clearer idea of what to do and where to get help.
Date: Wednesday 14th May | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Volunteering
Volunteering can be a great way of trying something new, building confidence and enhancing your employability.
Date: Wednesday 14th May | 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Single Parents – Exploring Job, Education and Training options
Come to our webinar to find out the range of employment, education and training options that are more accessible for single parents.
Date: Thursday 15th May | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Working in the Security Industry
Discover the full range of jobs in the security sector including security officers, CCTV operators, cyber security and graduate level roles.
Date: Thursday 15th May | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
Wolves at Work – Information & Advice Drop-In Stall
Are you aged 16+ and struggling to find work? Come along and meet the Wolves at Work - Work Coaches to see if you are eligible to be signed up on the same day!
Date: Friday 16th May | 9am – 3pm
Venue: Wolverhampton Speciality Market, Dudley Street, WV1 3EY
National Careers Service – Working in the NHS
Join our webinar to find out the wide range of job & career opportunities in the National Health Service.
Date: Friday 16th May | 10am – 12pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Engineering & Manufacturing
Discover the excellent career opportunities offered in new cutting - edge industries and see the entry routes available.
Date: Friday 16th May | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Disability Confident Employment
If you have a disability, you may be able to get support to help you access training, find work and progress in your job.
Date: Tuesday 20th May | 10am – 11am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Working in Social Care
Do you want a role in which you can help, support, and make a difference to the quality of life for others?
Date: Tuesday 20th May | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Applying to the Civil Service
Join our webinar to find out the wide range of job & career opportunities in the Civil Service and how to apply.
Date: Wednesday 21st May | 10am – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Working with Children & Young People
This webinar will give you a thorough insight into the full range of jobs where you can work with or at least have contact with children.
Date: Thursday 22nd May | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Getting into Nursing
Come to our webinar to explore the full range of roles within nursing including training pathways and the personal qualities needed.
Date: Thursday 22nd May | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Becoming a Teaching Assistant
Are you interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant and want to find out how to get started?
Date: Friday 23rd May | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – 50+ Navigating Your Career
This webinar will provide an overview of the importance of career planning aged 50 plus (or at any age) and how to get started.
Date: Friday 23rd May | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Getting into Teaching
Are you interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant and want to find out how to get started?
Date: Tuesday 27th May | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Build a CV for the 21st Century
This webinar will give you insight on why you need a CV, how employers recruit in the 21st Century and the implications this has for your CV.
Date: Tuesday 27th May | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Working in Computing & IT
Discover the full range of opportunities in this rapidly evolving field of work and how to get started no matter what level of your skills.
Date: Wednesday 28th May | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Job Interview techniques that work
This webinar will cover everything you need to know about job interviews.
Date: Wednesday 28th May | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Building your confidence and motivation
This webinar will provide an overview of how confidence and motivation impact on our lives.
Date: Thursday 29th May | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – The West Midlands Job Market
Discover the latest information on present and future employment opportunities across the West Midlands region.
Date: Friday 30th May | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Identifying Skills for Job Applications
Understanding your skills and how they can be used in the workplace is important when looking for and progressing in work.
Date: Friday 30th May | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – 50+ Navigating Your Career
This webinar will provide an overview of the importance of career planning aged 50 plus (or at any age) and how to get started.
Date: Tuesday 3rd June | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Digital Job Seeking
This webinar will cover how to tackle digital job seeking including setting up an effective LinkedIn profile.
Date: Tuesday 3rd June | 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Build a CV for the 21st Century
This webinar will give you insight on why you need a CV, how employers recruit in the 21st Century and the implications this has for your CV.
Date: Wednesday 4th June | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Cover Letter – Why do I need one?
This webinar will show you how to produce an effective Cover Letter and why you should use them whenever applying for jobs.
Date: Wednesday 4th June | 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Job Interview techniques that work
This webinar will cover everything you need to know about job interviews.
Date: Thursday 5th June | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
Boost Your Skills (50+)
Are you aged 50 plus? Looking for a fresh start or new career? This programme will help you explore and develop your transferrable skills and help you gain insight into the latest technology.
Date: Thursday 5th June | 9:30am – 11am
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Rd, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For further info on how to apply, please contact:
Community Skills Team on email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or tel: 07881 358 679
City of Wolverhampton College on email: employability@wolvcoll.ac.uk or tel: 01902 837191
First Steps into Hospitality & Catering
This free training programme is offering you knowledge into Food Safety Awareness, Manual Handling and preparation for employment plus many more!
Date: Thursday 5th June | 11:30am – 1pm
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Rd, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For further info on how to apply, please contact:
Community Skills Team on email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or tel: 07881 358 679
City of Wolverhampton College on email: employability@wolvcoll.ac.uk or tel: 01902 837191
City of Wolverhampton College – Open Day
Date: Saturday 14th June | 10am – 2pmVenue: City of Wolverhampton College Campus (both at Paget Rd & Wellington Rd)
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Adult Education Wolverhampton – Summer Open Day
Make this the year you join us for success, enjoyment and a path to further study, employment, a new job, a promotion or better health and wellbeing.
Date: Saturday 21st June | 10am – 2pm
Venue: Adult Education Wolverhampton, Old Hall Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 3AU
For more info: Call on 01902 558180, or alternatively email: enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk
Functional Skills
Do you want to improve your reading, writing and speaking skills? This programme will help you do just that!
Date: Tuesday 24th June | 10am – 12pm
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Rd, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For further info on how to apply, please contact:
Community Skills Team on email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or tel: 07881 358 679
City of Wolverhampton College on email: employability@wolvcoll.ac.uk or tel: 01902 837191
GTG HGV Skills Bootcamp
Event: HGV Skills Bootcamps training courses are completely free for individuals, and you will be guaranteed an interview with a relevant, local employer upon completion of the course.
Eligibility:
- Be aged 19 or older.
- Have a full car (Cat B) driving licence.
Date: Ongoing
Venue: GTG, Bearing Drive, Wolverhampton, WV11 3SZ
Sector Based Work Academy - Warehousing
Event: This free sector work-based academy programme is designed to help you start a career in Warehousing.
Date: Ongoing Dates
How to Apply: To find out more, call 07377 803775 or email info@novatraining.co.uk
Sector Based Work Academy – Care Industry
Event: This free sector work-based academy programme is designed to help you start a thriving career in the care industry.
Date: Ongoing Date
How to Apply: To find out more, call 07377 803775 or email info@novatraining.co.uk
Construction Skills Academy
Event: The Constructions Skills Academy supports local people who are out of work and looking for further training in readiness for their chosen career path, in receiving specialised support and skills they will need to succeed in the industry.
Date: Starts every 8 weeks
How to Apply: If you have any questions about the programme, email bbvskills@sccb.ac.uk.
Young Business Matters
Event: Want to become your own boss? The Young Business Matters drop-in sessions will provide you with the support and advice you are looking for, to aid you on the journey to starting your own business.
Start Date: Ongoing
How to Apply: For more information, call 01902 422421 or email info@youngbusinessmatters.co.uk.