Pathway to Apprenticeships

Blackpool Pathway To Apprenticeships Directory of programmes available for unemployed young people A Guide for Professionals 1
Pathway to Apprenticeships Programmes Introduction for Professionals It can be confusing for professionals knowing exactly what’s out there to support unemployed young people – especially the most vulnerable taking their first steps back into learning and employment. There is a wide range of apprenticeships on offer but many unemployed young people are not ready for an apprenticeship for academic, social, emotional or other reasons. The “Pathway to Apprenticeships” Group (partners from the public and voluntary sectors, colleges and training providers) has been formed to help create a smoother pathway for vulnerable unemployed young people. The Groups first task was to pull together the Pathway To Apprenticeships Programme – a directory of opportunities of “first steps” back into learning and employment The Group felt it was important to get this information into the professionals hands quickly in a simple word document and evaluate how useful this is before developing the document further. On behalf of the Group I hope you find this useful Mike Taplin, Senior Manager (Post 16 Learning and Employment), Blackpool Council 2
Contents Page Organisation 4…………………………………….. Age UK Training 5 – 9 ……………………………… Blackpool & The Fylde College 10 …………………………………….. Blackpool Sixth Form College 11 …………………………………….. Blackpool Provider Group 12 …………………………………….. Connexions Service 13…………………………………….. Connexions Training 14…………………………………….. GP Strategies 15…………………………………….. Ground Works – (Youth Contract) 16…………………………………….. Job Centre Plus (JCP) 17……………………………………. North Lancs Training Group (NLTG) 18 ‐ 19…………………………… Princes Trust 20………………………………….. TK Military 21 ………………………………….. URPOTENTIAL 3
Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: AGE UK TRAINING WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT 16‐18 Work Ready Up to 23 for Social Care/ Childcare Traineeship 6‐20 weeks, work placement up to 30 hours per week Improve Maths and English – Employability Skills – up to level 2 YPL all vocational areas covered Young person can follow own choice of work experience‐ Age UK will find relevant placement. Min 6 Max 30 weeks Roll on Roll off Employment ‐Apprenticeship Bursary – up to £40.00 pw depending on household income. JSA = 8 weeks Dawn Lord Area Support Officer Tel 01772 200832 Mob: 07917599644 4
WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: BLACKPOOL & THE FYLDE COLLEGE 16‐18 year olds Qualification: Award in Enterprise Skills Awarding Body: NCFE Pre Apprenticeship is suited for any 16‐18 year old young learner who is looking for options at College. This could be through various routes‐ Gateway or Traineeship or Apprenticeship. This Pre Apprenticeship programme is a short course which will address career guidance, progression routes into college and will also take the young person through initial assessments to see where they are sat with their Functional Skills Levels. Delivery Model‐ Initial Advice and Guidance→ initial assessments→ Practical Fun Filled Enterprise Activity → Team Building → Career Advice Progression Day & applications → Choose your options at College 2 days for 3 weeks  Gateway Programmes  Traineeship  Supported Internship  Apprenticeships  Any Level 2/ Level 3 (All course are subject to eligibility criteria being met and will go through a thorough 1to1 IAG process)  All 16‐18 learners are eligible to apply for a bursary  Breakfast is provided at College between 0830‐0915 hrs  Bus passes are provided for those applying for bursary  A Student Support Team will support and guide you in your application for any funds available at the time of enrolment, please ask.  Opportunities at College are endless‐ There is progression into FE, HE, Traineeship or Apprenticeship. Renuka Morris : [email protected] 01253 352352 ext 4304/ 4268 5
WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: BLACKPOOL & THE FYLDE COLLEGE 16‐18 year olds Qualification: Award in Enterprise Skills Awarding Body: NCFE Pre Apprenticeship is suited for any 16‐18 year old young learner who is looking for options at College. This could be through various routes‐ Gateway or Traineeship or Apprenticeship. This Pre Apprenticeship programme is a short course which will address career guidance, progression routes into college and will also take the young person through initial assessments to see where they are sat with their Functional Skills Levels. Delivery Model‐ Initial Advice and Guidance→ initial assessments→ Practical Fun Filled Enterprise Activity → Team Building → Career Advice Progression Day & applications → Choose your options at College 2 days for 3 weeks  Gateway Programmes  Traineeship  Supported Internship  Apprenticeships  Any Level 2/ Level 3 (All course are subject to eligibility criteria being met and will go through a thorough 1to1 IAG process)  All 16‐18 learners are eligible to apply for a bursary  Breakfast is provided at College between 0830‐0915 hrs  Bus passes are provided for those applying for bursary  A Student Support Team will support and guide you in your application for any funds available at the time of enrolment, please ask.  Opportunities at College are endless‐ There is progression into FE, HE, Traineeship or Apprenticeship. Renuka Morris : [email protected] 01253 352352 ext 4304/ 4268 6
WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: BLACKPOOL & THE FYLDE COLLEGE School of Hairdressing Beauty and Related Therapies 16‐18 year olds  Introduction to Hair, Beauty and Nails  Retail/selling techniques  Employability skills (CV writing, presentation skills, interview techniques)  Customer care  Employer interview  Level 2 Award in Dermatitis Prevention  Level 2 award in skin cancer awareness 2 days for 3 weeks  Gateway Programmes  Traineeship  Apprenticeships  Any Level 1, 2 & 3 (All course are subject to eligibility criteria being met and will go through a thorough 1to1 IAG process)  All 16‐18 learners are eligible to apply for a bursary  Breakfast is provided at College between 08.30‐09.15 hours  Bus passes are provided for those applying for bursary  A Student Support Team will support and guide you in your application for any funds available at the time of enrolment, please ask.  Opportunities at College are endless‐ There is progression into FE, HE, Traineeship or Apprenticeship. Kerry Offord: [email protected] 01253 352352 Ext 4317 7
WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Pathway to Apprenticeships: TRAINEESHIPS Name of Provider: BLACKPOOL & THE FYLDE COLLEGE 16‐18 year olds predominantly but with limited places for up to 24 year olds. Places are conditional on a successful interview. Qualification: Award in Enterprise Skills Awarding Body: NCFE Traineeship programme. Trainees are placed with employers for between two and four days of each week in an area chosen by them. Placements last for five months. Trainees attend College for one day each week to study maths, English and Employability skills. Five and a half months  Supported Internship  Apprenticeships  Any Level 2/ Level 3 (All course are subject to eligibility criteria being met and will go through a thorough 1to1 IAG process)  All 16‐18 learners will receive £50 per week whilst on placement.  Trainees also receive a free bus pass.  Breakfast is provided at College between 0830‐0915 hrs  All support is conditional on each Trainee completing an application form for College support funding. Assistance will be given in completing this form.  Opportunities at College are endless‐ There is progression into FE, HE, Traineeship or Apprenticeship. Trainees are guaranteed an interview with their employer on leaving their placement. Renuka Morris : [email protected] 01253 352352 ext 4304/ 4268 8
Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: BLACKPOOL & THE FYLDE COLLEGE CONSTRUCTION CRAFT SAMPLING 16‐18 year olds WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Qualification: Entry 3 Ascentis Certificate in Skills for Employment in the Construction industry This course is suited for any 16‐18 year old young learner who is looking for construction career options at the College. This craft sampling programme is a course which will address career guidance, progression routes into college and a range of practical activities which will help make informed choices for next steps. The course will also take the young person through initial assessments to see where they are at with their Functional Skills Levels prior to progressing to their next programme.. Delivery Model: ‐ Initial Advice and Guidance→ Practical and engaging Activity → Team Building → Choose your options at College → initial assessments → Career Advice Progression Day & applications → onto next step. 2.5 days for 6 weeks as a group then infill into chosen area.  Gateway Programmes  Traineeship  Apprenticeships  Any Level 1 craft course (All course are subject to eligibility criteria being met and will go through a thorough 1to1 IAG process)  All 16‐18 learners are eligible to apply for a bursary  Breakfast is provided at College between 0830‐0915 hrs  Bus passes and safety boots are provided for those applying for bursary  A Student Support Team will support and guide you in your application for any funds available at the time of enrolment, please ask.  Opportunities at College are endless‐ There is progression into FE, HE, Traineeship or Apprenticeship. Caroline Tinkler: [email protected] 01253 352352 extension 4576 9
WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: BLACKPOOL SIXTH FORM COLLEGE 16‐18 year olds. They need to be capable of moving onto Level 3 study after one year so should achieve the equivalent of at least 4 D grades at GCSE. They should be capable of passing GCSE English or Maths at C grade after one year. 2Plus Programme: GCSE Maths or Functional Skills Maths, GCSE English, Certificate in Personal Finance and either Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Workskills or Option B AQA Level 2 Certificate in Enterprise and Employability. If a student has already passed English or Maths at C grade, they may be able to include a Level 3 BTEC Certificate in their programme from a range of subject areas. Full time programme – need to be available 5 days a week (Mon‐Fri). 1 academic year (September to July). Level 3 BTEC (or equivalent) programmes (may include some A level study), apprenticeship programmes. Bursary support of up to £700 (£1200 for care leavers) + £50 bonus is available for those meeting eligibility criteria. Hardship fund also available. The course may include work experience options. Guidance will be given on progression as part of the course. Jon McLeod, Head of Admissions, Liaison and Marketing, The Blackpool Sixth Form College. Tel: 01253 394911 [email protected] 10
WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Pathway to Apprenticeships
Name of Provider: BLACKPOOL PROVIDER GROUP (BPG) 16‐24 covering the majority of eligibility, entry criteria, target groups Assistance and access to a very wide range of courses and training through the collaboration of all the training providers in this area. Short courses through to Apprenticeships of 12month – 3years Access to: Study Programmes Traineeships Apprenticeship/Advanced Apprenticeship Access to a variety of support mechanisms through some group members The BPG is the collaborative group of nearly all training providers operating in this area and offer a helpline to any young person looking to access training and employment as well as additional information and guidance to professionals and schools to help sign post young people to a positive progression route. Blackpool Provider Group T: 07582 071014 E: [email protected] Twitter @bpgjobs Facebook/BPGJOBS 11
WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: CONNEXIONS SERVICE All Blackpool residents aged 16‐19 can access Information, Advice and Guidance at the Connexions Centre on Market Street. One to one support to all 16‐19 in the NEET group through qualified learning advisor. One to one support for all 14‐24 in the NEET group with learning disabilities. Learning advisors will help and support the young person to take the necessary steps into education, employment and training, offering tailored information, advice and guidance around any barriers preventing entry into EET. Learning advisors will have regular one to one meetings with young people to help them assess their need and plan the next steps. Practical support can include CV building, interview skills, personal careers advice, confidence building, and access to a wide range of opportunities. As required All progression routes are discussed and explored as part of our independent and impartial guidance service. None however support can be given to access financial support through other sources. Connexions also runs short course programmes – please see Connexions Training below. Rob Smith Ian Carr Tel:01253 754840 Tel: 01253 478608; [email protected] [email protected] Connexions, 2‐8 Market Street. Blackpool FY1 1ET. Opening times: Mon‐Fri 9.30‐5pm (except Tues: 10am‐5pm ) Find us on Facebook: Blackpool Council Connexions 12
WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: CONNEXIONS TRAINING NEET YP aged 16‐18 years living in Blackpool. Priority to LAC, YOT, Teenage parents, LLDD, Substance Misuse Ascentis Award in Personal Development ranging from E2 – L1 First Aid, Health and Safety, Food hygiene, Manual Handling. Rolling programmes responsive to the needs of the NEET group. Work experience and life skills integral to programmes. Between 6 – 18 weeks Study Programme, FE courses, apprenticeships, Jobs with/out training, Princes Trust. Bursary of £15 per week plus a weekly zone card. Help with progression such as interview clothes, kits etc. N/A Julie Parkinson T: 01253 478185 M: 07796707823 [email protected] Connexions, 2‐8 Market Street. Blackpool FY1 1ET. Opening times: Mon‐Fri 9.30‐5pm (except Tues: 10am‐5pm ) Find us on Facebook: Blackpool Council Connexions 13
Sarah Hiley T: 01253 478185 M: 07919333404
[email protected] WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: GP STRATEGIES 16‐18 Study Programme – (16‐18 NEET) 16‐18 Traineeships ‐ (16‐18 NEET) 19‐23 (Claiming active benefit) – Traineeships only No entry level criteria to start. Roll On – Roll off Full Time Individual learning consisting of Employability Vocational Qualifications Maths and English Functional Skills up to Level 2 Work Placements ‐ Placements are to enable students to become ‘ready for work’ 12‐16 hours per week. Building up further hours through placement / stability course. Part Time courses for Students not able to participate in Full‐Time study – Hours and delivery dependent on individual circumstances, TBA on induction / initial assessment. Up to ‐ 40 weeks – Study Programme Up to ‐ 26 Weeks – Traineeships Apprenticeships Childcare, Business Admin, Customer Service, Retail, Warehousing, Health and Social Care, Teaching Assistant, Children & Young People. FE or Employment Guaranteed Bursary for Vulnerable Group £1200 (£30pw/£20 = £13.50 Buss pass per student) Discretionary Bursary (£20pw and £13.50 bus pass) No Bursary ‐ £13.50 bus pass (19+ bus pass only) 16‐18 NUS card after 7 weeks on programme, £100 incentive (refer a friend scheme) (Friend must stay on programme minimum of 7 weeks) David Ratcliff [email protected] Tel: 01253 757985 14
WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: GROUNDWORK UK (YOUTH CONTRACT) 16‐17 with no GCSE’s A‐C (or just 1 GCSE we can also accept) Must be in the NEET category. If young person is in care a care leaver or LAC they are eligible no matter how many GCSE’s they may have. Those who have a YOT order are also eligible regardless of GCSE’s. Mentoring service helping YP to reengage and move back into training, education or employment Up to 12 months support with regular contact with youth mentor Follow up whatever the young person would like to do Lehan English: Tel: 07900988745 [email protected] AJ Mills: Tel: 07736433368 [email protected] 15
Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: JOB CENTRE PLUS (JCP) WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT: 18‐24 on JSA Work experience placements Voluntary from day 1 2‐8 Weeks Youth Wage Incentive Scheme if they move into work. Remain on JSA, JCP pay travel expenses Gareth Carr [email protected] 16
WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: NORTH LANCS TRAINING GROUP (NLTG) 16‐18 NEET, Roll on Roll off programme. 4 Routes available: Employability + Personal Development (Entry 1, Entry 2) includes Employability Diploma Pre Apprenticeship (Entry3, Level 1) including vocational qualifications Traineeship (below L3) will try and source vocational areas Maths + English (Entry1‐Level2) All include Maths/English support (if required) and enrichments and work experience. From 2‐36 Weeks delivery following 6 week induction Apprenticeships, Joinery, Upholstery, Business Admin, and Customer service, ITQ, Catering & Hospitality, Glass, Warehousing and Support with other employment areas. Further Education. Discretionary bursary for household income less than £31,000 of £40pw up to £1200 Vulnerable bursary for defined vulnerable groups Travel for all other learners (bus pass) £10 voucher for 4 weeks full attendance Free breakfast + lunch. Interview clothing provided. £30 refer a friend offer Marlon Gupta Tel: 01253 753202 [email protected] Ann Perkins Tel: 01254 392385 [email protected] 17
WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: THE PRINCE`S TRUST Age Range 16‐25. Unemployed, been in care, young offenders and ex offenders, young people underachieving at school Get Started, 5 day programme, short courses that engage and develop young people through themes such as sports or the arts and support them into further education, training or employment. Participants can: ‐Attend a taster day to see if the programme is right for them ‐Enjoy fun activities, inspiring them to move on with their lives ‐Get new skills and an accreditation ‐organise a final celebration where they gain recognition for what they have achieved ‐undertake a group challenge structured around the theme of the programme ‐get three months ‘follow up’ support after the programme Team, a 12 week personal development programme which is run and managed by partner organisations at over 300 locations throughout the UK. What does it offer young people: ‐Three in four young people progress to a job or re‐enter education within three months of completing the programme ‐Team members gain nationally recognised accreditation for their work ‐Young people begin to recognise their skills and uncover previously hidden talents ‐Confidence and motivation are boosted ‐Personal skills, such as communication and teamwork are massively improved ‐Community awareness is changed as a sense of responsibility develops ‐A fresh approach to the future is inspired 18
LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Get into, 4 week programme, Short courses that develop young people’s skills in a specific sector and support them into jobs. What does it offer young people: ‐Attend a taster day to see if the programme is right for them ‐Learn new skills and gain practical experience in a specific area of work ‐Gain relevant accreditation for the sector ‐Improve their employability skills such as communication, team work, reliability ‐Organise a final celebration where they gain recognition for what they have achieved and meet potential employers ‐Meet potential employers and gets six months follow up support to help them find a job Differ between programmes Education, Training, Employment and Volunteering. Travel Costs Offer 121 mentoring support for young people who have attended Princes Trust Courses. Sue Littlefair Project Manager, Blackpool Tel: 07900180493 Greg Plummer Programme Executive Tel: 07944449247
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WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: T2K MILITARY 16 – 18 Study Programme – (16 – 18 Neet) 19 – 24 Adult Programme – (19 – 24) Classroom Learning Study Programme ‐ Functional skills maths and English ranging from entry level to level 2 and also a Level 1 in public services, fitness, and military skills. Classroom Learning – Certificate in public services, Fitness and military skills. 26 weeks study programme. 16 weeks classroom learning Armed forces, Employment, and other training providers and the public services sector. Bursary from £30 – £40, and bus fare is paid. Craig Haydon Tel: 07837833131 [email protected] 20
Pathway to Apprenticeships Name of Provider: URPOTENTIAL WHICH YOUNG PEOPLE (age range, eligibility, entry criteria, target groups) CONTENT OF PROGRAMME (Curriculum, qualifications, delivery model) LENGTH OF PROGRAMME PROGRESSION ROUTES FINANCIAL SUPPORT OTHER CONTACT Age 14 to 25 We do not have an entry criteria any young person in this age range can access our training opportunities AQA Move into Volunteering AQA Babysitting AQA Peer Mentoring ABC Level 1 Youth work Open awards Level 1 employability Open Awards Customer Service AQA Basic IT CEIH H&S & Food Hygiene 2 days to 6 weeks depending on the course Volunteering, Further Education, Employment None Linda Markey Tel: 07592824122 [email protected] 21