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
Digital Skills Academy – UK Wide (18-24 years old)
This 2-year programme equips participants with essential digital and AI skills to enhance their engagement in education and readiness for future careers.
Date: Runs monthly
Venue: Microsoft Teams
Eligibility Criteria:
- 18+ years old
- Live in England or Wales
- Not in full education or employment
- Impacted by the criminal justice system in some way- ex-offender, probation, victim, family member etc.
To apply, please send an email with your full name, phone number and email address to meghan.dyer@catch-22.org.uk.
Code 4000 – UK Wide – Females (18 and above)
In this 12-week training programme, participants will cover: Introduction to Computer Science, Front-End Web Design (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), Responsive Web Design & Advanced JavaScript for interactivity.
Date: Anytime
Venue: Microsoft Teams
Eligibility Criteria:
- 18+ years old
- Live in England or Wales
- Not in full education or employment
- Impacted by the criminal justice system in some way- ex-offender, probation, victim, family member etc.
To apply, please send an email with your full name, phone number and email address to meghan.dyer@catch-22.org.uk.
Digital Skills
This accredited programme offers a range training and skills development in the latest digital techniques.
Date: Tuesday 16th September | 9:30am – 11:30am
Venue: Bob Jones Community Hub, Bromley St, Wolverhampton, Blakenhall, WV2 3AS
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Functional Skills
Get a chance to improve your reading, writing and speaking skills by attending this event.
Date: Tuesday 16th September | 11:30am – 12:30pm
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Road, Blakenhall, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
First Stop for English
Are you at the beginning of your learning journey? Would you like to learn and begin to understand the basics of English? Come along now!
Date: Tuesday 16th September | 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Road, Blakenhall, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
ESOL & Employment
Are you unemployed and seeking work? Is English your second language?
Date: Thursday 18th September | 9:30am – 11:30am
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Road, Blakenhall, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
National Careers Service – Working in Security
Discover the full range of jobs in the security sector including security officers, CCTV operators, cyber security and graduate level roles.
Date: Thursday 18th September | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
Preparation for Driving Theory & Work
This free six-week programme is designed to help you gain the skills and knowledge for the Driving Theory Test
Date: Thursday 18th September | 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: Graiseley Family Hub, Pool Street, Wolverhampton, Blakenhall, WV2 4NE
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Step into Customer Services
Do you have an interest in working with people, are you keen to develop your skills and knowledge further?
Date: Friday 19th September | 9:30am – 11:30am
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Road, Blakenhall, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Let’s talk ESOL
The B1 and B2 test are used to show your level of English required to apply for British Citizenship or indefinite leave to remain (ILR).
Date: Friday 19th September | 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Road, Blakenhall, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Wolverhampton Works
This training programme will provide you with skills to add to your CV and insight into the opportunities available.
Date: Monday 22nd September | 9:30am - 11:30am
Venue: Low Hill Community Centre, Kempthorne Avenue, Wolverhampton, WV10 9JJ
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
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 23rd September | 10am – 11:45am
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: Wednesday 24th September | 10am – 11:45am
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 25th September | 10am – 11:45am
Venue: Online Event
Life in the UK
A citizenship programme for those looking to settle and work in the UK.
Date: Thursday 6th November | 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: Graiseley Family Hub, Pool Street, Wolverhampton, Blakenhall, WV2 4NE
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
First Steps into Hospitality & Catering
This training programme offers Food Safety Awareness and Manual Handling as well as insight into the roles available within the Hospitality Industry.
Date: Friday 7th November | 9:30am – 11:30am
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Road, Blakenhall, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
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 1st October | 10am – 11:45am
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 1st October | 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Building your Confidence & Motivation
This webinar will provide an overview of how confidence and motivation impact on our lives.
Date: Thursday 2nd October | 10am – 11:30am
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: Thursday 2nd October | 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Job Interview techniques that work
This webinar will cover everything you need to know about job interviews.
Date: Friday 3rd October | 10am – 11:45am
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 7th October | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
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.