OPPORTUNITY BULLETIN

7th July 2021

Welcome to the FINAL Ansbury Job Vacancy Bulletin

Since December 2020 this Bulletin has been produced by Toby Booth. Toby was a participant on the My Choices programme and most recently on the Inspiring Futures programme with Ansbury Guidance. He has done a great job bringing the document to life… Read more about Toby’s story at the end of this Bulletin. Ansbury is closing at the end of July, so this is the last of these Bulletins. Thank you all for your kind support

over the last few years and we wish you much luck for your future career, whatever that may be 😊

Please note that Ansbury is not responsible for the advertised vacancies, which were correct at the time of printing. We receive no commission or payment for these vacancies and do not carry out any checks on these employers. Ansbury are not responsible for any of the company’s bad practice, should it arise.

https://jobhelp.dwp.gov.uk/

www.indeed.co.uk

A selection of new jobs in Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch

• Customer Team Member: Co-op, Bournemouth BH2 6BE (+4 Locations). (£9.50 an hour) “As a Co-op Customer Assistant, you’ll be part of a business that’s truly different. We’re owned by our members. We’re passionate about shaping the world by putting our values into practice.” Job type: Part-Time, Permanent (More Information)

• Waiter/Waitress: NEO Restaurant, Bournemouth BH2. (£8.91 an hour) “If you love working within a great professional team environment, are a positive person by nature, and posses people-loving customer service skills then you’ll love NEO.” Job types: Full-time, Permanent. (More information)

• Packing Operative: The Silver Crane Company Ltd, Poole BH12 4QT. (£9 an hour) “The Silver Crane Company is a world leader in creative tin packaging filled with cookies and confectionery. Supplying over 26 countries retailers with innovative and unique tin packaging, we are looking for packing operatives to join our team at our brand new Poole warehouses, to help us fill these products and get them store ready.” Job type: Full-Time, Temporary, Contract. (More information)

• Trading Asisstant: Sainsbury, Bournemouth (+1 location). “If you’re great at being on hand to help out, you’ll feel right at home joining our Winning Team as one of our Trading Assistants. Day-to-day, you’ll support your Sainsbury’s store by working where you’re needed most.”Job types: Part-time, Contract. (More information)

• Workshop/Clockwork Assistant: MC Taylor, The Clockshop, Bournemouth BH7 6BB. (£9 per hour) “Assisting the clockmaker in the day-to-day running of the workshop. Main duties include cleaning clock movements, polishing parts, burnishing screws and general assistance. Please Note:This is a behind the scenes workshop position and you must be prepared to get your hands dirty, literally! No experience necessary although must be practically minded and an experience of using hand tools will be beneficial. Must have an eye for detail”. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent. (More information)

• Customer Service Assistant: David Lloyd Leisure, Poole BH8 9UY. (£9 an hour) “Customer Service is really important to us, so the role of a ‘Member Experience Assistant’ is to keep our members feeling great! In this role you might find yourself working across three different parts of a club, so there is plenty of flexibility and ample opportunity to learn and develop new skills along the way.” Job type: Contract. (More information)

www.indeed.co.uk

A selection of new jobs in Weymouth and West Dorset

• Café Assistant: Alexandra Gardens, Weymouth DT4 8DL. (£8.92 an hour) “Catering Team Member required for our busy outside kiosk at Alexandra Gardens on Weymouth Seafront. Duties include serving customers with hot and cold food, cleaning areas, cash handling and stock rotation. We are looking for someone who will provide outstanding customer service and a professional attitude at all times.” Job types: Part-time, Full-time. (More Information)

• Customer Assistant: Marks & Spencer, Weymouth. “M&S is changing. We’re opening new stores, offering more choice, more products and more of what we do best - putting our customers first. We’d love you to join our team and play a part in creating our future. We want our customers to step in and feel M&S. This means playing a central role working across our sales floors and checkouts. You’ll be the driving force behind the service and selling revolution in our stores.” Job type: Part-time. (More information)

• Retail Assistant - Online Picking – The Food Warehouse: Iceland, Weymouth. (£9 an hour) “The Food Warehouse is a point of difference in the food retail industry and we have exciting opportunities available for Online Pickers to join our dynamic team. The position is suited to an individual with passion for doing a great job.” Job types: Part-time, Permanent. (More information)

• Grounds and Garden Host: Sea Life Weymouth, Weymouth (+1 location). “Right now, we're on the lookout for a handy Grounds Host to help create magical memories and maintain the upkeep at our Pirate Adventure Mini Golf here at Sea Life Weymouth. Are you a handyperson that likes gardening and enjoys helping to create unique visitor experiences?” Job type: Contract. (More information)

• Customer Advisor: Boots, Weymouth (+1 location). “This is your chance to be part of something a bit different. You’ll be working closely with the most important part of our business – our customers. Giving them fantastic customer care and making them feel good, and we think that’s a great opportunity.You’ll really get to know our customers and what they’re looking for; it’s everything from helping them find the perfect product, working deliveries and stocking the shelves, to getting behind our in-store promotion.” Job-Type: Part-Time, Permanent. (More information)

www.indeed.co.uk

A selection of new jobs in North and East Dorset

• Waiter/Waitress: Colten Care, Sherborne DT9 4HG. (£11.23 an hour) “Now is the time to find a new, rewarding career, delivering care, compassion and commitment. Our multi-award-winning team provides the highest standards of care and comfort to support our residents’ health and wellbeing. You’ll contribute to the exceptional care we provide to our residents, keeping true to our values of being ‘friendly, kind, individual, reassuring and honest.” Job type: Unknown. (More information)

• Retail Assisstant: Iceland, Yeovil,+2 locations. (£9 an hour) “We have exciting opportunities available for Online Pickers to join our dynamic team. The position is suited to an individual with passion for doing a great job, who wants to work for a business you can be proud of.” Job types: Part-time, Permanent. (More information)

• Bakery Asisstant: Oxford’s Bakery Ltd, Sherborne DT9. (£9-10 an hour). “Great opportunity to join our bakery team, assisting in the production of breads, laminated goods, packing and distribution. 5/6am starts Monday-Saturday with a weekday off.” Job type: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent. (More information)

• HWB Team Member: Hollywood Bowl Group, Yeovil. “Whether you’re welcoming our customers at reception or hosting parties on the lanes; your professional and engaging customer service, along with your high energy and infectious enthusiasm will ensure our customers have an enjoyable, excellent value-for-money experience with every visit.” (More information )

https://www.youthemployment.org.uk/looking-for-work-careers-booklet/

Download the booklet here…https://bit.ly/looking-for-work-booklet

Youth Employment: https://www.youthemployment.org.uk/

See https://jobs.dorsetforyou.gov.uk/index.aspx for other vacancies

Jobs in the NHS

Jobs in the NHS

• Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Apprenticeship, Band 4

• Bank Housekeeping Asisstant, Band 2

• Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (CMHT) East Dorset

If you wish to find more jobs with the NHS then follow this link

Jobs in the Council

https://jobs.dorsetforyou.gov.uk/

For example.

Daily Echo/SW1 Jobs

Search 22,347 Jobs in South West with sw1jobs.com

For example: Safeguarding Assistant and Administrator The Royal School of Church Music is looking to appoint a Safeguarding Assistant and

Administrator. Safeguarding is of fundamental importance to the work of the RSCM at every level, so this is a vital role which involves working collaboratively with staff and volunteers across the UK

to ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are implemented.

The post is for 17.5 hours per week to be worked by agreement Salary is £21,200 FTE Closing date: 5pm on Wednesday 14 July Interviews by Zoom: Friday 23 July

Jobs in Bournemouth Council

https://jobs.bcpcouncil.gov.uk

For example:

Leisure Attendant

• Post Ref: 9639

• Department: Leisure Services

• Salary details: £9.62 per hour

• Employment Status: Part-Time

• Hours: between 4 and 18 hours per week

• Contract Type: Permanent

• Closing date: 28 February 2022

FIND A JOB

Find a job website link

Currently TeamJobs are urgently looking for some permanent Warehouse staff. Details on their website or Facebook page…

follow this link to the teamjobs website Looking for a job in business, self employment, or do you require help for the family? Then PKF-francisclark might be able to help you, follow the link if this is what you desire

pkf-francisclark website link Boots, Tesco, Lidl, Next, McDonalds, Domino’s Pizza are all recruiting…

Follow this link to the BournemouthEcho to find more information FACEBOOK… Type ‘job vacancy’ into Facebook search bar and it should show some jobs local to the area e.g. Team Member, HouseKeeping, Whitbread, Ferndown. Hours 9:30 to 2:30 daily. Full-Time. Starting Rate £8.91/hour Sales Assistant, Sportswift Ltd T/a Card Factory Poole. Part-Time. Easy to apply. Night Replenishment Supermarket Assistant, John Lewis Partnership, Salisbury. Full-Time. Easy to apply.

COLLEGE NEWS

See the websites for regular updates

Bournemouth & Poole College

https://www.thecollege.co.uk/

Brockenhurst College https://www.brock.ac.uk/ Tuesday 6th July (4:30pm-8pm) You’ll be able to talk to the teachers of all the subjects you are interested in, see the classrooms and facilities, meet current students, explore the Campus and ask any questions you might have about life and study here at Brock.

Kingston Maurward College https://ols.kmc.ac.uk/WCFWebSite/KMC_OnlineServices/coursesearchresults.aspx?type=true&value=OLPS_FE

Weymouth College https://www.weymouth.ac.uk/ https://www.weymouth.ac.uk/latest-health-advice-and-guidance-on-coronavirus/

Wiltshire College https://www.wiltshire.ac.uk/

Yeovil College https://www.yeovil.ac.uk/our-courses/ https://www.yeovil.ac.uk/coronavirus-information-for-school-leavers/

APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES

www.gov.uk https://www.bpp.com/apprenticeships/apprenticeships-programmes www.notgoingtouni.co.uk www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeshipsearch https://www.getmyfirstjob.co.uk/

https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/# https://www.resourcebank.co.uk/develop/training-consultancy-apprenticelink/

School leaver / Placement / Graduate scheme

There are no preferred A Levels or degrees that we look for and we look at all A Levels and degrees as an equal. Currently when looking at our current employees, there are a wide variety of differing subjects in both A Levels and degrees, so it is not necessarily just maths or business A levels we look for. Please see the link below to our website, where it has the roles we currently have open for applications. This includes the school leaver, graduate and placement roles.

https://jobs.mazars.co.uk/jobs/vacancy/find/results/

Fast Futures website link

Apprentice, European Tyre LTD Location: Weymouth Tyre City apprenticeships are the most sought-after in the sector. And it’s not just us saying that – Ofsted have graded our apprenticeships as ‘outstanding’ in every area…Based at one of our fully-equipped centres you’ll slot into the team, working a regular 39 hour week with two consecutive days off. You’ll pair up the best in the business to learn new auto care skills and all about the special brand of team-building and customer service that makes us everyday heroes in the communities we serve. To reinforce your new skills you’ll have access to our online learning facility and make regular visits to our state-of-the-art learning centres where you’ll be supported by dedicated technical training staff. At the end of the 30-month program, you’ll emerge a fully fledged Tyre City technician with a guaranteed role within the team that, by which time, you’ll be a valued member of. If you’re looking for an ‘in’ to start your career in auto care, you can’t get better than a Tyre City Apprenticeship. If you want find out more about IMI, follow the link to their website: The Institue of Motor Industry website link

OTHER APPRENTICESHIP Full apprenticeship searches can be undertaken at https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeshipsearch

Course Content An experience like no other. The Unexpected has been carefully designed to provide you with the skills, confidence and motivation to Kickstart your career. You’ll explore the inner workings of recruitment and develop skills that could set you up for a successful job placement in a range of industries. What you’ll gain:

• Clarity on your career options – with the help of a career direction app

• A revamped CV that you can be proud to submit – built with digital CV technology

• The confidence to face any interview question

• Be fully prepared for the Kickstart scheme And so much more! Are you eligible to complete this qualification for free? This qualification is 100% government funded if:

• Aged 19-24 • You were born before the 31st August 2001 • You must currently live in England. • You have lived in the European Union for the last 3 years • Are Unemployed and can provide evidence (Subject to eligibility) • Can provide Identifications and relevant documentation as required • Course Length: This is a five day course

Course Date: 19th July

https://strivetraining.co.uk/the-unexpected/

VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

‘Do-It’ Volunteering (can search for local and national opportunities).

The Do-it volunteering site

BCP Council bcpcouncil news and info on COVID-19

Dorset Council Follow this link to find the latest information on the coronavirus from the Dorset Council Check local charity websites for more opportunities listed.

Age UK In Poole High Street are looking for Volunteers Join their friendly Team Any hours available 7 days a week Duties Include, sorting & streaming clothes, till work, dressing window displays, interaction with customers, sorting rag items and pricing Please pop into Age UK, 116 High Street and ask for Frankie or Natalie or call 01202 649244.

Volunteer to help save lives CAN Volunteer Vaccination Champions (CVVC)

The vaccination programme is essential to beat Covid-19 and save lives. CAN are working with our partners in the NHS, Local Authorities, wider public sector, and Public Health to reach out and help people make a more informed choice about getting their jab. There are some neighbourhoods and communities where people are not taking up their jab for various reasons, so we are looking for volunteers who live in or work with these communities to step up and support their friends, family and neighbours make a more informed choice. We will work with the volunteers to gather their insights as to the best way to do this and support them every step of the way to get out there and bust some myths about the jab.

Role Description

• Share trusted messages about the vaccine with key groups and communities

• Be a trusted source of knowledge regarding the vaccine, providing information and signposting where necessary

• Feedback any concerns or problems

• Help us to understand the issues and worries that local people face regarding Covid-19 and help us work together to look for solutions, eg, transport, language etc

• Provide information on how, where and when to get the Covid-19 vaccine

• Help to develop local targeted communications

• Keep up to date on the latest developments via information provided by the Dorset COVID vaccination network

You’ll need to have the following skills/qualities:

• Positive and supportive attitude to the Covid-19 vaccinations

• Ability to understand and share information about Covid-19 vaccinations in a clear manner

• Non-judgemental, sensitive and caring towards others

• Reliable and dependable

• Understanding the need for confidentiality and maintaining this

• Attending and fully participating in mandatory training

• Thinking on your feet and good at problem solving

In return CAN will:

• Provide a mandatory training and induction session

• Provide you with access to the latest information and updates about the vaccine programme

• Provide opportunities to discuss issues and solutions and cover any key topics

• Provide ongoing support and advice from the CAN team

• Cover your travel and parking expenses on production of a valid receipt

We are looking from volunteers from lots of backgrounds, and would particularly welcome applications from people who are:

• From locally ethnically diverse communities, including Gypsies, Roma and Travellers

• Engaged with the homeless population

• Asian/British Asian

• Black British/African/Caribbean

• White Polish

• Working with or supporting undocumented/unregistered migrants

CAN Registered office: Boscombe Link, 3-5 Palmerston Rd, Boscombe, Bournemouth BH1 4HN

01202 466130 hello@can100.org Charity No: 1081381

Community Action Network is a company limited by guarantee - No: 4024662 © 2020

MISCELLANEOUS OPPORTUNITIES

For more details follow this link to the chatterboxes website

Job Seekers – Wise Ability

Role: Apprentice Vehicle Technician Location: Bournemouth Salary: National Minimum Wage Looking to start your career within the motor trade? We have an apprenticeship opportunity where you will learn a variety of practical skills as well as leading industry knowledge. You will be working towards a Level 2 or Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technician and undertake your apprenticeship training alongisde. As a Light Vehicle Apprentice, your day to day duties will include but are not limited to: • Assisting other technicians with vehicle maintenance, repairs and servicing • Assisting with keeping the workshop clean and tidy • Shadowing a mentor for a variety of tasks • Learning to maintain and repair vehicles

If you wish to join please follow this : Link to Microsoft Website

Following our successful Prince’s Trust Achieve programme delivered online earlier in the year, we are delivering a shorter 4 week version for young people not in education, employment or training who are aged 16-25.

• 4 Week course, starting Monday 5th July until Friday 30th July • Young people aged 16-25 who are not in employment, education or training are

eligible • Daily sessions will be delivered via Microsoft Teams. We do have a limited number

of laptops should someone not have access to ICT equipment. • Sessions will run from 10am to 1pm each day with a small amount of independent

learning for the afternoons • Young people who complete the course will gain a Prince’s Trust Personal

Development & Employability Skills Award Staff are more than happy to discuss the programme with potential young people either by phone or video call prior to the course starting. Staff contact details are:

• Rob Guy – 07739 899293 or Rob.Guy@dwfire.org.uk • Nicky Parker – 07771 773725 or Nicky.Parker@dwfire.org.uk

Anarchy Arts is a unique creative arts project offering young people open access to

the arts, arts education and local artists. The project is designed to support 16 - 21 year olds residing in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole who are NEET or economically inactive. The specific aims are to: 1. Identify the learning styles and motivation of the young people involved. 2. Engage young people in the arts and work towards inspiring imaginations, bringing

young people and artists together. 3. Improve life skills, self-esteem and confidence and give young people direction and

motivation. 4. Help young people make a positive contribution to a more vibrant, diverse and connected

community 5. Help young people progress onto further education and employment in the creative

industries.

TIMELINE

05/07/2021 - 09/07/2021 1:1 Support and open access to YP 10/07/2021 - 03/09/2021 Independent Study & Saturday Remote Tutoring. Festival Dates for work experience Arts Facilitation (outside of Creative Kids) 05/06/2021 - 06/06/2021 B-E-A-F (Bournemouth Emerging Arts Fringe) 09/07/2021 - 12/07/2021 Rhythm Tree Festival 30/08/2021 - 02/08/2021 World Yoga Festival 06/08/2021 - 09/08/2021 The Great Wonderfest 21/08/2021 - 23/08/2021 V Dub Festival + Festival Coast Live! Throughout the placements End of Summer - Graduation Ceremony on Saturday 4th September. Progression onto Gold Arts Award offered to successful candidates and potential for paid work.

October 1st to 3rd the Festival needs volunteers to handle the following jobs:

Arts by the Sea Senior Volunteer

To guide and support new volunteers. To assist the Festival team working with artists stewarding performances, ensuring the Festival runs smoothly with public safety in mind.

Festival Photographer

Assist the Marketing Team by using own creative flair and technical skills to capture photographs throughout the running of the Festival and behind the scenes. Shots to

include a variety of images of the artists involved, installations, performances, landscapes and general public that can be used for future marketing of ABTS across

all media platforms.

Arts by the Sea Volunteer

To promote the Festival by giving information to the public about locations, performances and prices. To encourage people to fill out a survey about the Festival.

Social Media Assistant

Assist the Marketing Team by using own creative flair and technical skills to capture

content throughout the running of the Festival and behind the scenes. Content to capture includes a variety of images of the artists involved, installations, performances, landscapes

and general public that can be used for future marketing of ABTS across all media platforms.

Arts by the Sea Technical Volunteer

To assist with the build and take down of ‘The Great Indecision Council’

an installation at Sandbanks beach. This will involve digging, lifting pieces of the installation, loading and walking.

Volunteering Opportunity

Role Title: Fundraising Event Volunteer Organisation Summary: Naomi House & Jacksplace provide expert hospice care to more than 600 life-limited and life-threatened children, young adults and their families from central southern England. When a child or young adult is diagnosed with a life limiting condition, Naomi House & Jacksplace becomes their home from home offering vital respite, giving families the chance to recharge their batteries and regroup in a calm, fun and welcoming environment. In times of emergency Naomi House & Jacksplace are there, giving families the help they need through difficult times. And at the end of a child or young adult’s life, we pull out all the stops to give them a peaceful and dignified end, surrounded by loved ones. Location of Volunteering: Various locations across Hampshire and the UK. Please refer to our website www.naomihouse.org.uk/events. Role Requirements: There are various volunteering opportunities within the Fundraising Team assisting with our events throughout the year. Support from all volunteers on event days is great and without volunteers our events would not be the success they are! These roles are varied depending on the event, see below for some examples:

• Join the Team Naomi Cheer Squad at local runs and marathons • Be at the finish line of mass participation events to hand out water and medals to

finishers • Marshal the route of events to help direct participants, supporters and the general

public. • Assist with loading and unloading the events van at the Naomi House warehouse • Help sell merchandise at events • Help the team with event set-up and take-down • Assist with registration of participants • Wear a mascot costume for at the event

Time Commitment: Maximum of 3-6 hours (per event). Event times and dates will vary throughout the year, you can volunteer at those you are interested in and available to attend. Training: Attendance required to a volunteers’ induction prior to event day either in person or via Zoom. There will be a member of staff or the volunteering team on hand on the day to answer any questions and provide support. No DBS is required.

Volunteering Opportunity

Role Title: Charity Shop Retail Assistant Volunteer Organisation Summary: Naomi House & Jacksplace provide expert hospice care to more than 600 life-limited and life-threatened children, young adults and their families from central southern England. When a child or young adult is diagnosed with a life limiting condition, Naomi House & Jacksplace becomes their home from home offering vital respite, giving families the chance to recharge their batteries and regroup in a calm, fun and welcoming environment. In times of emergency Naomi House & Jacksplace are there, giving families the help they need through difficult times. And at the end of a child or young adult’s life, we pull out all the stops to give them a peaceful and dignified end, surrounded by loved ones. Location of Volunteering: Please refer to our website www.naomihouse.org.uk/events. Volunteering in our shops involves:

• Manning the shop till and serving customers

• Checking over donations suitable to be sold

• Ticketing new items to put out on shop floor

• Steaming clothes before they are put out on shop floor

• Cleaning goods before they are sold

• Help keeping the shop floor stocked and tidy

• Taking in clothing donations from the general public Time Commitment: Option to all day or spilt day (9:30am-1pm or 1pm-4pm). We require a minimum of 12 weeks volunteering period within our shops. Training: Volunteers will be given on the job training and an induction. All volunteers will be required to watch a Health & Safety training video. Personal Requirements: Friendly, customer-focused, self-motivated, good intuition and innovative skills, good time management, prepared to work flexibly and follow instructions, ability to work with minimal supervision and a positive attitude. How to Apply: Please email gemma.rolfe@naomihouse.org.uk to register your interest in the above.

Creative course in the park Join Anna Shiels and Peter Holloway for this six-week creative course in the park. Enjoy nature-inspired artistic activities, learn about the 5 Ways to Wellbeing and discover simple, creative ways to enjoy our green spaces. A gentle course suitable for all levels of experience. Be outdoors, meet new people, learn simple creative techniques, and to get to know and enjoy one of Bournemouth’s largest parks. Please note that session activities will include walking and sitting on uneven ground. If you have any questions about access please get in touch. Wednesday 7 July 10:30am – 12:30pm Get Active and Get Creative Wednesday 14 July 10:30am – 12:30pm Gratitude, Gifting & Connecting Wednesday 21 July 10:30am – 12:30pm Setting Goals and Intention Sticks To find out more and book your place, please email peter@parksfoundation.org.uk

National Citizen Service https://wearencs.com

Skills & Learning https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/ 01202 112308 Courses/activities: For locating any courses that are available please follow the link below: Web.Enrol

Student Jobs If you wish to find a summer job follow this link

Opportunities For Adults (19+)

Are you 19+ and interested in making a significant difference to the lives of some of

the most vulnerable adults in Dorset?

Dimensions are recruiting for Support workers for adults aged 18+ diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The employer will provide a virtual overview of the business and vacancies during the course and

offer a guaranteed interview. Must have driving licence and be comfortable with personal care.

Interested?

Dimensions and YouTube channel –

For more information follow this link to the dimensions website

Youtube Channel link if you are interested

The Way Forward

The Way Forward project provides a unique, individualised service to achieving financial health for anyone who has been negatively impacted financially due to COVID19 and who has found themselves furloughed, redundant or working less hours since March 2020.

How can The Way Forward help me?

In partnership with local agencies, The Way Forward project will support you in identifying positive ways to manage money, create healthy spending habits and move towards financial independence. The team will work with you recognise transferable skills, access training and education to equip you to move towards employment. You will gain the tools, skills and knowledge to make lasting positive changes. Our group sessions and one to one coaching include:

• Financial wellbeing • Stress and anxiety management • Employability skills and confidence building • Digital and online skills

If you refer into The Way Forward project, we can have an initial discussion where you can learn more about the service and tailor a plan to your individual needs. Who can join The Way Forward? Anyone from the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area in Dorset who is aged 18 or over who has been negatively impacted financially due to COVID19 and has found themselves furloughed, redundant or working less hours since March 2020. Those who are at risk of losing their current employment are also eligible.

For more information that is centered around Ignite follow this link: BCHA Ignite employability and skills workshops. If you would like a member of the Ignite Team to come and talk directly (or via Teams/Zoom) with your team or groups of clients about our courses, please do not hesitate to get in touch directly on 01202 410575 or by email ignite@bcha.org.uk.

NOCN LEVEL 1 SKILLS FOR SUPPORTING OTHERS COURSE

This course is being delivered face-to-face from St Swithuns House, Bournemouth, to those 19+ and is an ideal starting place for those wishing to start a career as a Support Worker or

Mentor. The course consists of five sessions over five weeks (5 hours per session). Topics include: Interpersonal Skills; Professional Boundaries; Communication Skills; Goal

Setting and Equality & Diversity. Enrols on Monday 5th July: 10.00 - 12.00

Course starts Wednesday 12th July (remaining 4 sessions are on Mondays): 09.30 - 14.30

DIGITAL LIFE SKILLS (BASIC IT) COURSE

This course will be delivered face-to-face from St Swithuns House, Bournemouth, to those 19+ and is ideal for beginners with little or no knowledge, as well as those wishing to brush up their computer skills and develop confidence in using technology. The course consists of

four sessions over four weeks (3 hours per session). Topics include: IT Fundamentals, Word Processing Software, Effective use of the Internet

and Web-based Email Enrols on Friday 16th July: 13.00 – 15.00

Course starts Friday 23rd July (each Friday): 13.00 – 16.00

NOCN ACCREDITED SKILLS FOR WORK COURSE

This course is being delivered face-to-face from St Swithuns House, Bournemouth, to those 19+ and is ideal for those that wish to develop their employability skills further. The course consists of five sessions over five weeks (3.5 hours per session).

Topics include: Building Confidence and Self Esteem; Making Effective Applications; Recognising Personal Strengths and Transferable Skills; SMART Goal Setting; Interview

Techniques; and Induction to Work Enrols on Tuesday 27th July: 13.00 – 15.00

Course starts Tuesday 3rd August (each Tuesday): 13.00 – 16.30

NOCN ACCREDITED RIGHT AT HOME COURSE

This course will be delivered face-to-face from St Swithuns House, Bournemouth, to those 19+ and is ideal for those wishing to learn new skills and knowledge to help them manage a

tenancy effectively and live in a happier home. The course consists of four sessions over four weeks (5 hours per session).

Topics include: understanding you tenancy, including the opportunity to have your questions answered by a BCHA Housing Manager.

Household maintenance and basic DIY skills to support individuals to manage their property.

Managing household expenses, where we learn about priority bills and budgeting. Finally, we cover issues regarding living with and around others including anti-social

behaviour and learning what steps we can take. Enrols on Friday 13th August: 13.00 – 14.30

Course starts Friday 20th August: 10.00 – 15.00

My Story by Toby Booth

When COVID-19 arrived in Britain and my sixth form class was unable to do the exams, I was left to find my own future, but my options were limited. Thanks to the careers talks prior to COVID, I was able to open a door of opportunity at Ansbury Guidance. Working along side the Ansbury Advisor, I was able to understand some of the normal jobs that one might find in an office environment: creating work documents for team members and information documents for public consumption; how to work in a team environment, going from an anxious worker to a reliable worker; operate the franking machine; putting letters together while organising them for sending; finding a further opportunity at the Dorset History Centre and using various technical applications (Microsoft Word, Google Drive, Zoom, One drive) for my work on the Bulletin. Thanks to the Ansbury Advisor that I worked with, I was able to do stuff that I did not believe I could such as speaking on their behalf on both BBC Radio Solent and Dorset Breakfast (at 7:05 and 8:10 on 3rd March 2021), as well as working independently on the Ansbury Opportunity Bulletin (which involved collating Dorset-wide vacancies in to one document). In order to do this I researched various websites for age appropriate opportunities suitable for youths, adjusting fonts, recalibrating tables and understanding how to create links that others would utilise. Ansbury Guidance has helped at every step of the way and I could not have achieved so much without them.