Who is the course aimed at
The course is ideal if you're returning to work or looking to kickstart your career in a new industry. Once completing the course, it will provide people with the skills that employers recognise and are looking for when hiring. The Skills Bootcamps are funded by the UK government, meaning they're available at no cost providing the eligibility criteria is met. For employers, you will pay a small proportion of the costs, which is often 10% for small/medium-sized businesses (SMEs with fewer than 250 employees), or 30% for larger employers.
Entry requirements
You must be 19+, have the right to live in the UK, live or work in Staffordshire, not be enrolled on another government -funded course at the same time, commit to the full course and have a good standard of English & Maths
Course content - what you will learn
Topics covered on course: Principles of communication & professional development, schools as organisations, child & young person development, equality & diversity, mental health awareness, challenging behaviours, safeguarding, first aid and wider employability skills.
Learning materials
All learning materials will be provided.
Learning methods
Learning will take place in-person at a training centre, 2 days per week over 6-weeks. You'll build practical employability skills, strong communication and teamwork, and prepare for real job opportunities in a sector where you can make a positive difference every day.
Learning support
You will have a dedicated tutor throughout the programme, who will adapt their delivery to suit your individual needs. There is also an engagement officer assigned to the course, who will support with pastoral needs. We complete a neurodiversity screener during the sign-up process, which helps us to understand how you prefer to learn, and the things you may find more difficult. We provide support with accessing technology where needed.
How you will be assessed
We will complete an advice and guidance session with you, where we get to know you and your starting points, what your goals are, and if there are any barriers for you completing the course. During the course, your contribution to the training and activities will be informally assessed by the Tutor.
What can learners do next/progress onto
Throughout the Bootcamp you will be provided with information and advice about employment opportunities available to you. A positive progression will include a new job, apprenticeship or if employed, a new role or additional responsibilities which could lead to an increase in salary. Everyone who completes the Bootcamp will be guaranteed an interview.
Course fees
The course is fully funded, so there are no course fees.
Course provider
Performance Through People.
How to find out more and enrol
Please contact Maureen Begum on 07734 814907 or 01922 651100 or email maureen.begum@ptp-training.co.uk.
There is flexibility in where the course will be delivered dependent upon employer and learner demand.
