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Black Country Consortium Ltd

Careers Expo & Midlands Opportunities: These portals showcase opportunities for Apprenticeships, Traineeships, Training and employment - they also have useful information about preparing for an interview, your CV and how to search for employment. 

The Learn Live Channel has lots of pre-recorded content for you to watch - from local employers presenting about their sector to help and assistance with making yourself employable and really standing out from the crowd 

Via Web

10:30am-11:00am

Solihull College & University Centre & Stratford-Upon-Avon College

Discussing apprenticeships that we deliver training for at Solihull College & University Centre and Stratford-Upon-Avon College, the services the College offers to all students and apprentices and current vacancies we have advertised with employers.

Via Zoom

11:00-11:30pm

Sport 4 Life UK

This session will explain how anyone aged 16+ who is unemployed can sign up to complete a FREE Sports Leaders Level 1 with Sport 4 Life UK. This accredited qualification is perfect to add to a CV or to build up leadership experience.

Via Google Hangouts

12:00-12:20pm

Worcestershire County Council – Kickstart Gateway

Kickstart - what it’s all about, eligibility, how you apply, what opportunities there are in Worcestershire.

Via MS Teams

12:00-12:30pm

Staffordshire County Council

Come and join our session to find out more about Staffordshire County Council.

We'll tell you about the types of roles we have here at the council - some you might not have expected!

We'll also give you an intro to our Open Door programme and tell you about up and coming programmes to start a career with us.

Then we'll finish off with a Q&A and don't worry you can submit your questions via the chat or email to talent@staffordshire.gov.uk if you prefer.

We look forward to seeing you then!

Via MS Teams

Session 1

12:00-12:30pm

Session 2

3:00-3:30pm

BMET – James Watt College

We will be promoting our level 2 , 5 week course and 15 week level 3 rail sector based work academies .

This will get learners into the rail industry with a high success of learners into jobs and a great career especially with HS2 starting.

Via MS Teams

12:00-12:30pm

Walsall College

Join our information session and find out more about:

- free courses for jobseekers created to help you to improve your career prospects

- free level 2 and level 3 distance learning courses enabling you to study from the comfort of your own home

- free fun and community courses, such as introduction to knitting, gardening or digital marketing

- the most exciting apprenticeships vacancies in Walsall and surrounding areas

- Higher Education courses available at the college

Via Zoom

12:00-12:30pm

North Warwickshire & South Leicestershire College

Find out about opportunities on offer including:

Traineeships, Apprenticeships, Distance Learning, L1 Employability in Construction, HSC & Transport & Logistics Level 2 & Level 3 technical and professional qualifications

19+ UK resident* for distance learning qualifications

Level 3 IT Technical, AAT and Leadership & Mgt Free to WMCA residents only

*We will discuss eligibility on the presentation

Via MS Teams

Session1

12:00-12:25pm

Session 2

12:30-12:55pm

Session 3

1:00-1:25pm

Session 4

1:30-1:55pm

Session 5

2:00pm-2:25pm

Session 6

2:30pm-3:00pm

Pathway Group

Open forum to discuss exciting Traineeship opportunities, including Customer Services, Nail Technician and Beauty Therapy and Rail Track Maintenance. Level 3 qualifications are also available via our Advanced Learner Loan scheme as well as NEET provision opportunities for customers in Walsall and the Black Country.

Please note: these opportunities are in Birmingham, Walsall and the Black Country

Via MS Teams

12:00-12:45pm

Indeed Flex

About Indeed Flex & current opportunities.

A live demonstration of any interactive online tools we have

Live Q&A with current students/ employees or users of indeed flex - all speakers.

Via Zoom

12:00-12:45pm

Eventcover Education

SIA security programme

Learners will achieve 6 qualifications during this 4 week programme, including a level 2 safeguarding and anti-terrorism qualification, Level 3 emergency first aid at work qualification, and their SIA level 2 door supervisor qualification. All the training is completed at our training centre based at the NEC which is a short two minute walk from Birmingham international bus and train station, there is also free parking for those that drive.

Jobs in security

Doing this course opens a lot of different opportunities within the Security Industry. for example working at venues such as the NEC, working at any of the festivals run throughout the summer, working in retail, or even static security. I can explain all of these in more detail during the zoom call.

Eligibility

Age: 19+
Unemployed and claiming one of the main benefits, or working and earning less than £18,000 a year.
Photo ID and proof of address. Lived in the UK for at least three years.

Via Zoom

Are you aged 15 to 24 and currently unemployed? Wanting 121 support and to move towards a positive future?

Would you prefer 121 help to achieve your Maths or English?
Perhaps you wish to take part in a Traineeship?
Maybe you need 121 Information, Advice and Guidance and help with finding work or preparing a CV?
Or are you wanting to take part on courses ranging from Business Administration, Warehousing, Childcare, Health and Social Care or Digital Marketing?
If you do, we are for you!

Eligibility criteria: unemployed and aged 15 to 24 years olds not in education, employment or training, UK Citizens.
Area: Stoke on Trent and Staffordshire

12:30-1:00pm

PeoplePlus

This online event will showcase all of the potentially life changing options available:

• traineeship programmes which combine real life work experience with the opportunity to gain up to three new qualifications

• 6 month job placements which are part of the Government’s KickStart scheme

• shorter training opportunities with real jobs at the end

• flexible distance learning training and qualifications on offer for anyone who is looking to upskill and progress in their chosen career.

PeoplePlus works with over 1700 employers, all of whom have job opportunities ready and waiting. This session will be a short 30 minute overview for all 18-24 year olds who are looking to progress to the next stage of their employment journey. There will be the option at the end to ask any questions you may have and get signed up to one of these exciting opportunities.

Via MS Teams

12:30-1:00pm

Northern Training Academy

What is a Traineeship?

Retail Traineeships on offer in London and West Midlands

Trainees must be aged 19- 24 years and qualified below a level 4.

Via MS Teams

12:30-1:00pm

Kickstart Application

Kickstart Application will cover the benefits of the Kickstart Scheme, what candidates can expect from the training and development side and the benefits to the employers when they recruit young people. The government has given businesses the opportunity to grow and diversify with new young talent and the young people who qualify for the scheme will be able to grow and develop within these opportunities.

Via Live Webinar

1:00-1:30pm

Acacia Training

During this session we will discuss traineeships, how they can benefit you and the progression paths available to you post traineeship.

We will discuss the opportunities available and look to understand what type of programme would be most suitable and relevant to your ambitions.

There will be a short presentation about who Acacia are, and to summarise the general types of programmes we run to help you decide the best way to move forward in your search for fulfilling work & experience.

Please note: these opportunities are for UK residents aged 19-24 years old working less than 16hrs per week.

Via MS Teams

1:00pm

PET-Xi Training

Level 2 qualifications in Customer Service, Team Leading, Positive Futures - mentor support finding work or further education, traineeships including maths and English functional skills, work experience.

Via MS Teams

1:00-1:30pm

Springboard

Springboard Charity is unique in being a one stop shop for Careers, Education and Employability solely for the Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism Industry. Here to support with careers advice, information and guidance, access to courses and webinars designed to equip and upskill your knowledge, information on the industry and what it can offer, and live vacancies and employment opportunities. There will be exclusive access to create your very own Career Profile, a brand-new offering at Springboard through our CareerScope service, to gain tailored support throughout your career. This is your chance to gain further information on being part of an amazing and diverse industry with so many different career paths. Our dedicated team are ready to support you with opportunities all over the UK.

Via MS Teams

1:00-1:30pm

Walsall Works

Walsall Works (Walsall MBC) - In this session we will talk about Walsall Works and the services we provide to people within Walsall and the wider Black Country. We will look at the support and opportunities available through the Black Country Impact programme along with apprenticeship and career opportunities within Walsall Council along with a showcase of a number of excellent vacancies via the Kickstart Scheme.

Walsall Works - Walsall Residents Only

Black Country Impact - Black Country Residents

Via MS Teams

Session 1

1:00-1:30pm

Session 2

2:00-2:30pm

British Academy of Jewellery

The British Academy of jewellery are a Further education provider specialising in Jewellery manufacturing and design courses. Come and meet our Learner services lead and one of our tutors to find out about what we do, Jewellery courses and apprenticeship opportunities available, get a virtual campus and workshop tour, learn about funding information, entry requirements  and a Q & A session. If you have an interest in doing something creative you'll want to join us!

Funding only available for 19+ on Level 3 and 4 Jewellery Manufacturing diploma course (Birmingham campus)

Funding for 16+ on Jewellery apprenticeship course

Via Zoom

1:00-2:00pm

South Staffordshire College

South Staffordshire College will be showcasing their Step up provision aimed at people looking to gain employability skills and sharing information on their pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship offer.

Via MS Teams

1:00-2:00pm

Great Healthcare for the Community (GHC Ltd)

We will be discussing our Traineeship opportunities, the courses we have available such as Functional Skills, Maths and English, Mental Health, and Digital Skills.

To be eligible for our Traineeships and our other courses the individual must be 19 before 30th August 2020.

Each course will then have its own eligibility criteria which will be discussed with the attendee.

Via MS Teams

1:30pm

NGTC Training

Throughout our session we will be promoting our PAID traineeship programmes in Security and Events leading to contracted employment with some of the UK's largest security organisations.

As part of the programme NGTC will fully fund your SIA Licence and provide you with a variety of other security qualifications (including maths and English Functional Skills if needed) before supporting you into a Security and Events Officer role.

Please note: these opportunities are based in Birmingham

Via MS Teams

1:30-2:00pm

Heart of Worcester College

Find out about employability courses available online or classroom based, and information regarding the college’s Literacy, Numeracy and ICT courses.

For face to face learning learners should be able to attend campuses in Bromsgrove, Redditch, or Worcester. All courses can be accessed online.

Via MS Teams

1:30pm

South and City College Birmingham

Join this session to find out more about:

Apprenticeships

Kickstart Programme

Courses

T-Levels

Placements

Via MS Teams

1:30-2:00pm

Babington

Opportunity in gaining employment with the Commonwealth Games

Level 3 fully accredited programmes

Enrolling on to the programme process

19+ employed or unemployed must be based in the West Midlands

Via MS Teams

1:30-2:00pm

Ixion Traineeships

Ixion will be giving an overview of Traineeships and their traineeship offer.

Via MS Teams

1:30-2:00pm

Positive Directions – Stoke-on-Trent City Council

Introduction to Positive Directions

Not in education training or employment?

Need a helping hand and a listening ear? We can help!

HERE TODAY, CAREER TOMORROW...

Your future...

We can help open doors to further education and support you to boost

your earning potential through traineeships or even an apprenticeship.

We can help you to build your future.

• 1-1 mentoring

• Blended learning in-classroom and on-line

• Links to major employers

• 6 week course and 1-2-1 support afterwards

• Dedicated recruitment team to help you find work

• Sector-specific work experience

Links with Learn4work Apprenticeship Academy, JET (Jobs, Enterprise and Training) and local employers.

Support is available in Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas for those aged 16-24 years and not in education, employment or training. 

Via MS Teams

1:30-2:30pm

Shaw Trust Care Academy

An introduction to Shaw Trust Care Academy and the support available to help you train and progression in a career in health and social care.  What is expected of you if you want to work in Care and what the different types of roles and opportunities are available.

Eligibility is around if a person has been affected by Covid 19 i.e. job loss, increased barriers which has prevented them from training and employment or is classed as low income earner suffering from in-work poverty as a result of Covid.

Via MS Teams

2:00-2:30pm

Sense

A short presentation outlining what we do here at Sense and how participants can become part of it, followed by a Q&A session.

Sense is for everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.

We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.

Our experts offer personalised support through our centres, holidays and short breaks, or in people’s own homes. We are here for everyone who needs us, for as long as they need us – providing early intervention for children, helping young people access education, and supporting the transition into adulthood and beyond.

In addition to practical support, we also offer information to families, and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life.

Via Zoom

2:00pm

Helping Hands Home Care

Come and learn all about what a career in the Care sector could have to offer for you. This session will cover opportunities at Helping Hands – one of the UK’s largest providers of home care, CV and Interview tips for the care sector and how to apply for a role with us.

Via MS Teams

2:00-2:30pm

JBC Skills Training Ltd – 6 Week Online Career Builder/Technical Online Training

Demonstration of software used and Q&A session.

These opportunities are available to those aged 19+ within the Midlands area who are unemployed and in receipt of

Must be aged 19+, Unemployed and receiving Universal Credit/Benefit(s)

Via MS Teams

2:00-2:45pm

Whitehead-Ross Education

Traineeships - Is this for me?

YES - If you are aged 19-24 and feeling a bit lost and not feeling yet confident about applying for jobs, Apprenticeships or KickStart. 

We know, from the young people we have asked, that the last year has been particularly hard for your age group and many of you have lost confidence and feeling anxious about finding jobs and the future. In this session we will share the results 18-25 year olds survey where we asked key questions about their fears and aspirations.  Plus we will share our top tips.  We will have one of our Traineeship young people available on screen to answer your questions and share their experience so far too. 

Via Zoom

2:15-2:45pm

The Youth Employment Academy

Opportunities with the Youth Employment Academy – Courses, Traineeships, Apprenticeships and more!

Come and meet the Youth Employment Academy Team and find out about the fantastic opportunities we have available for 18-24 year olds in Staffordshire and the West Midlands and how you can get involved!

Our highly successful Career Pathways are excellent for those interested in a career in Security/Event Supervision, Fitness or Construction, as participants will gain all the necessary knowledge, qualifications and licenses to get started in their industries right away - all fully-funded of course!

Interested in Traineeships? We have opportunities with England Boxing, leading local tech companies and many other successful organisations who are looking to help you take your first steps in roles such as Business Admin, Marketing, Health & Social Care, Mentoring/Coaching and Construction

A vast range of free online CPD courses, in sectors such as Mental Health, Customer Service, Business Admin, Teaching and Learning, Hair and Beauty etc are on offer for those who want to enhance their CV from the comfort of your own home!

Via MS Teams