Employability

A&T Training provide short courses for learners who are looking to achieve ESOL and Functional Skills qualifications. There is a focus on developing learners’ skills to enable them to achieve a better future, in terms of career progression, apprenticeships or even further education.

"Learn Well offer courses on everything from CV writing, interview techniques, to mindfulness to parenting skills, resiliance to eating well, both online and in the community. Our free courses are open to anyone who wants to learn and improve their wellbeing."

"The club offers young people a a safe place to be themselves, meet new people as well as trying a range of activities, play and sport and support services. The Diverse Voices lead at the cub supports refugees and asylum seekers who are members at the Club, with form filling, renewing residency status, supporting them calling the Home Office/explaining things to them so they understand what is being asked of them, improving their language skills through conversation and giving them experiences such as Jump Xtreme, Bowling, visiting other youth zones such as Chorley, Wigan and Manchester when trips are being organised. Employability and Enterprise Worker, can also work with them for CV writing, personal statement for college/Uni, mock interviews and preparing them for the working world. Any other needs that emerge, like food issues, we support them with a food parcel and signpost them to their closest food banks. "

"Breaking Barriers enables refugees in London, Birmingham and Manchester to acquire the knowledge, confidence and experience they need to secure stable and fulfilling jobs. We offer bespoke, intensive and flexible employment support to assist individuals to integrate in the UK and create fulfilling lives. We offer one-to-one, personalised, employment support to refugees seeking to rebuild their life in the UK. Our employment and integration advisers and volunteers will work with you on writing your cv, applying for jobs and preparing for interviews. Our English and Training courses will help you to prepare for your first day on the job. From English for Work, to Customer Service to IT and Numeracy training, our courses are tailored to provide you the skills you need to succeed in a UK workplace. Clients who would benefit from experience in the UK job market are offered a work placement with one of our corporate partners, as well as access to other training and mentoring schemes if a client would benefit from it."

ESOL Classes, Talk English, Employability Workshops, Wellbeing Sessions, Social Activities, Light Refreshment, Advice, Referral & Signposting (housing, health, education, welfare rights & entitlements, etc), Emergency Cash Support, Information Sessions, Extra hub activities i.e. Sports, Guided Visits, Etc.

"We provide face-to-face orientation support to people currently seeking asylum, or people who have received Leave to Remain, in the Oldham area. This support includes casework, English classes, wellbeing activities, workshops, tea, coffee, lunch and a place to meet friends. Our activities and workshops are flexible, depending on feedback we receive from our service users: ESOL Classes, Talk English, Employability Workshops, Wellbeing Sessions, Social Activities, Light Refreshment, Advice, Referral & Signposting (housing, health, education, welfare rights & entitlements, etc), Emergency Cash Support, Information Sessions, Extra hub activities i.e. Sports, Guided Visits, Etc."

We provide face-to-face orientation support to people currently seeking asylum, or people who have received Leave to Remain, in the Rochdale area. This support includes casework, English classes, wellbeing activities, workshops, tea, coffee, lunch and a place to meet friends.

ESOL Classes, Talk English, Employability Workshops, Wellbeing Sessions, Social Activities, Light Refreshment, Advice, Referral & Signposting (housing, health, education, welfare rights & entitlements, etc), Emergency Cash Support, Information Sessions, Extra hub activities i.e. Sports, Guided Visits, Etc.

"First Asian Support Trust (FAST) Ltd provides support in local communities for people in need. Delivering employment, Education and Training opportunities. Over time services have increased to support the development and progression of disabled people and people from ethnic minority communities, into mainstream provision, learning and employment. FAST is a job broker under the New Deal for Disabled people(NDDP)initiative and also offers training through Learn Direct and ONCW courses. Examples of services: - We Are Digital - ESOL - accredited and conversation - Life In The UK Exam training - Basic computer skills - possibility of gaining a free tablet at the end of this course - National Data Bank - over 6 months free data - Employment skills and CV

"Web based gateway to access ESOL within Greater Manchester. Local authorities in Manchester, Salford, Rochdale, Bury, Trafford, Oldham and Tameside are working in partnership to help people join suitable ESOL courses in their local area. You will need to complete a short application. We will then contact you to arrange an assessment for an ESOL class in your local area. If you wish to join an ESOL class but you are not able to complete an online application, you will need to make an appointment to have an assessment in your local area. Watch the video which explains the assessment at an ESOL Advice session. We follow the same process in Manchester, Rochdale, Salford, Bury, Tameside, Oldham, Trafford and Stockport. You only need ONE assessment for any of the ESOL courses in these areas of Greater Manchester. A teacher will ask you a few questions about yourself, where and when you can study and may ask you to read and write a little if you can. This will help us decide which class is good for you. You will need 30 minutes to do the assessment. You can bring a friend or a family member with you for support if you wish. We don’t currently have an ESOL Hub in Bolton or Wigan. You can still have an assessment if you are happy to study online or outside your local area where we might be able to offer you a course. Site also has online modules you can study at home. It also has links ot organisations that can assist with digital inclusion."

"Offer advice for: Bills, Housing, Debts and Finances, Universal Credit, Personal Issues, Benefit Appeals, Sanctions in PIP and ESA, Completion of housing forms. Offer ESOL courses that will help you improve your Speaking, Listening, Writing and Reading. Pre-Entry, Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3 ESOL. Must be on mainstream benefits or working less than 16 hours to be eligible. Employment training, advice and support. If you are currently out of work seeking employment, Golden Centre of Opportunities are here to offer the support you need. From confidence and motivation building to updating and compiling your CV to Job Searches. Courses inc. Child Care - level 1, level 1 City & Guilds; Health & Social Care - level 1, level 2 City & Guilds; Security Guard courses; Interpreter & translator service. Apprenticeships available for 16-24 year olds."

ESOL and Life in the UK classes

Who we are

The Refugee Employment Project (REP) by Maximus UK helps refugees find employment.

What we do

We offer job search assistance, career advice, and support with skills development for refugees.

Who we work with

We assist refugees in the North West of England who are looking to enter the workforce.

How we work

We provide personalized support, including workshops, one-on-one coaching, and job placement services.

"Taught classes, with some one to one tuition, including ESOL and digital skills. Also host the Refugees and Mentors work club. Well-being courses and activities - have an activites programme that runs throughout the year including - Gardening, arts and crafts, choir, mum and baby group, perinatal mental health and well being, dance, yoga Various volunteer roles, majority filled by refugees/migrants"

Supporting refugee and asylum seeker doctors, nurses and allied health professionals into NHS employment. REACHE North West carries out training and offers pastoral support, provides facilities for study and runs additional projects for Refugee Healthcare Professionals (RHPs).

Pathways to Work is a project providing pre-employment support to refugees, asylum seekers and other vulnerable migrants across the UK. This is a digital service and all your sessions will be delivered via Zoom (the video meeting service). You can join us for: - An eight-week employability group programme OR - 1-2-1 employment support. This is not an ESOL service but we can signpost you to an ESOL course. You will need: The ability to communicate in English without an interpreter. Your English level needs to be Entry 2 upwards. We can assess your English language level if you are unsure. Employment-related aspirations or goals (for example, you want to get a job, work experience, start a training course, explore further education or secure a volunteering opportunity)

"Free short courses and workshops offering pre-employment information and guidance for people recently arrived in the UK, often learning English. We encourage and support learners to take small steps to improve their employment prospects. To support people to do this, we offer follow up appointments and work closely with other services.."

"We support: Refugees, people seeking asylum and vulnerable migrants by offering pre-employment information, guidance and by working with others to create opportunities. Employers to develop inclusive recruitment practices, diversify their workforce, to fill skill gaps and offer support to refugees. The mentoring service supports around 25 refugees a year to improve their employment prospects. Offers information, guidance and support to: Explore short and long term career routes and goals. Gain recognition of overseas qualifications via UK NARIC or other professional bodies. Practise English. Gain unpaid work, including volunteering or shadowing, experience. Find jobs. Improve the quality of job applications. Practise interview skills. Improve computer skills. Access other services and networks. Who provides the service? Mentoring is provided by a project manager and volunteer mentor. Mentors have at least 15 years UK work history, with experience in different sectors and a variety of roles. All volunteers have undergone Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. How is mentoring provided? For up to 5 months. 5 hours commitment each month. Can be face-to-face, by email or video calls, in the day or early evening. A regular newsletter with information about local and online opportunities, including training, courses or jobs. Optional workshops and social events."

"The Work Club offers employment-related information, guidance and support for refugees, vulnerable migrants and people seeking asylum who live in the area of Manchester Local Authority This service is delivered in partnership with: Together we offer: Information and guidance, including; volunteering, finding and applying for jobs, career routes, education and training, recognition of overseas qualifications, learning English and developing individual learning and career plans. Digital skills appointments in English and Arabic.

"A specialist service offering support for refugee engineer, architect, IT, telecoms and business service professionals who are restarting their careers in the UK. We offer information, advice and guidance: Paid Returner Placements – we’ll do our best to broker a 3-12 month paid placement in your profession. You’ll be paid at least the National Living Wage. Build your profile – we help you create a detailed skills portfolio, a UK standard CV and to network. Match your skills to roles – we can’t make promises of jobs but we will guide you in how to spot the right roles. Guidance and support to join professional bodies. Support to find a long term position after a placement. Signposting to other organisations. Additional support from our Mentoring Project or for Manchester residents, the Rainbow Haven Work Club"

"Seetec Outsource aims to enhance all learners’ personal, social and emotional well-being by integrating them into our inclusive teaching and learning community. All staff members are fully qualified to support diverse learner groups in achieving their qualifications by offering bespoke learning opportunities to meet individual needs. Their centres deliver a range of vocational courses, as well as ESOL, to learners from Entry 1 and above. They also provide enrichment opportunities, such as trips to museums and galleries, to enhance the learning experience. Our ESOL Skills for Life Academy is ideal for adults aged 19+ who want to improve their English, find work and integrate successfully into life in the UK. Courses are free to eligible learners and build important communication, social and functional skills. We can also help you find employment and training opportunities that are right for you. Over 12 weeks you’ll get: Award in ESOL Reading Award in ESOL Writing Award in ESOL Speaking & Listening Award in Progression (Money management and employment rights and responsibilities) Award in British Values Award in Mental Well-being Award in Employability Skills (CV writing, interviews, applications and job searching) In addition we provide: A blended mix of classroom and online learning Strong employer links which can open up a wide range of career options An understanding of British culture and values to help you adjust to life in the UK Support with IT skills Access to the online personality profiler Skilful, so that support can be tailored to your individual needs, personality and aspirations Enrichment opportunities, including visits to libraries, museums and art galleries You’ll need a minimum of Entry Level 3 in speaking and listening to register for the Academy. Alternatively you can complete one of our other ESOL courses first and progress onto the Academy when you’re ready."

"During the day the Centre offers a wide variety of courses and activities that help people build their skills and confidence, engage more fully in their community, and increase their chances of paid work. Courses generally run for one term, three times a year, but we also run shorter courses. We have a range of wellbeing activities during the day and evening, including family activities, choirs, and many different exercise classes. These are gradually reopening as COVID restrictions are lifted. Our current timetable of activities is shown below. For more information, please go to the relevant page for the activity and contact them directly, or contact the Centre."

"The Broughton Trust provides services for refugees and asylum seekers across Salford. We provide a one to one assessment process to plan a bespoke learning and support programme for ESOL learners. The wide range of courses in their ESOL programme are non-accredited and delivered in a community setting to reduce anxiety and increase participation, creating pathways to employment and qualifications. Learning support workers work closely with each individual to identify skill gaps and other non-academic support needed. Information advice and guidance sessions are provided throughout the process and by working with outside organisations through a signposting/referral system. Employment Support: In partnership with a range of employers and training providers we provide a pathway into meaningful employment for the unqualified, unskilled and inexperienced, particularly in fields such as construction, hospitality and personal services. We offer a range of services from job clubs, pre-employment training and work sampling all underpinned by 1:1 support. We contact some of the most difficult to track and place young adults (the ‘invisible’) who are on no-one’s register, who claim no benefits and who live outside the system. Our successes have been recognised by contracts with a number of partners and in 2018 we placed over 60 adults into sustained (over 6 months) permanent full-time jobs."

"a range of services to support disadvantaged and Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) communities in Wirral. We offer information, advice and guidance on matters such as: Debt Housing Welfare Benefits Safeguarding Matters Legal Advice & Guidance OISC Level 1 Immigration Support: BRP & IRL Replacement Support with Passport Support with Citizenship Support with Family Route Spouse Visa Extension Travel Document support We have a range of classes for all abilities. Our helpful team will help your learn at your pace and grow in your confidence. English classes: If you would like to attend ESOL classes, please contact our team on 0151 649 8177 Also provide support with interpreting, well-being and employment"