Jump into Work (Online course)
Ixion - Shaw Trust
Black Country House, Oldbury, Oldbury, West Midlands, B69 2DG
Available start dates
Available start dates
Course Summary
Are you ready to Jump into work?
If you need support to secure your first job or an apprenticeship – Jump into Work can help kickstart your career!
The course will improve your employability skills and provide valuable work experience in a sector of interest. You will also improve your English and maths skills, working towards Functional Skills qualifications if needed.
A dedicated Work Coach will support you in finding a work placement with a local or national employer, matching your skills with a suitable employer in your area.
This learning will take place on-line with support available at centres in King's Lynn, Norwich or Lowestoft
Course Details
Why choose Jump into Work?
Boost your confidence, self-belief and independence through learning and applying skills.
Gain skills employers value such as communication, teamwork and time management.
Develop your employability by building your CV and planning for your career.
Gain the work experience employers are looking for.
Improve your English and Maths.
Prepare for employment in your chosen career with better long-term salary prospects.
An opportunity to network with prospective employers and receive ongoing support from your placement mentor.
Interview/feedback at placement end and support to progress into an apprenticeship or job.
Jump into Work is suitable to start your career in a range of sectors.
The programme provides you with a training allowance of up to £10 per day – terms and conditions apply, please speak to Rachel (contact details below). If you are in receipt of benefits these will not be affected.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Work Skills and qualifications
Communication skills.
Time management.
Teamworking.
Problem solving.
Level 1 extended award in Employability Skills.
Level 1 or 2 in English and maths.
Digital skills.
Support to progress
Career planning.
Guidance on application processes for employment, education, apprenticeships and other suitable options.
CV writing, cover letters, interview preparation and profiling on websites.
Guaranteed interview with your work experience employer at the end of your placement.
Personal Development
Mental health and wellbeing support.
Behaviour and attitude development.
Gain independence and confidence.
Personal presentation.
Initial and ongoing guidance and advice.
Entry requirements
None required but you can find more information and apply direct by contacting Jodie Aston: YES@ixionholdings.com
You can also apply direct and read more information about Jump into Work; visit the website.
If you have a Help You Choose adviser they can also help you with an application to Ixion, if eligible. to find out more about Help You Choose advisers, click here. It's a free service.
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