Employment Support and Training

Meet Finlay! 🌟

Finlay is 19 and recently found he had been losing motivation and direction. He has joined Rise2ThriveTrailblazer in the hope of gaining new skills and finding employment.

We will be working to build his confidence, develop new skills, and work towards finding suitable vacancies. Through tailored support, practical sessions, and one-to-one guidance, Fin is well on the way to achieving his goals! 🎯

We look forward to celebrating each milestone along the way and can't wait to see what the future holds. 🙂

Today we are at Westfield Farm Summer Fair in Dormanstown, Redcar 🔅.

Come along and meet the team to see how we can help you access training or support you into work. We are here until 3pm 😀

The face paint is optional 🐢😍

📢 DO YOU LIVE IN WHITBY OR THE SURROUNDING AREA? 📢

📍 Did you know that Employment Support & Training are at Whitby Job Centre Plus every Thursday from 9:30am to 3:30pm?

💼 Thinking about applying for your dream job? 🤔 Unsure what your next step should be? 🗣️ Just want to talk through your options?

Why not come and have a chat with us and see how we can help! Our friendly team would love to speak with you. 😊

✅ Any age welcome ✅ In full-time or part-time work ✅ Unemployed ✅ In training ✅ In education

📞 To arrange an appointment, get in touch with us through the usual channels or speak to Job Centre Plus staff.

We look forward to meeting you! 👋✨

📢 Applied for lots of jobs but not getting interviews?

Don't lose hope. Sometimes a few changes to your CV or application can make all the difference.

Our friendly advisors are here to help you create a strong application, review your CV, and boost your chances of securing an interview.

Get in touch today and let us help you take the next step towards your future career! 💼✨

📢 Great opportunity for young people in Redcar and Cleveland!

Paid work experience, valuable skills, and the chance to gain real workplace experience while continuing education. If you're aged 15-18 or know someone who is, take a look at this fantastic programme. 👇

Young people from Redcar and Cleveland aged 15 to 18 can gain valuable work experience while earning a wage through our Young Person's Paid Work Experience Programme, starting in September 2026.

This scheme offers:
• 12 months' paid work experience
• Up to 7.5 hours per week
• Paid at National Minimum Wage
• Open to young people in academic years 11 to 13 (from September 2026) who are in full or part-time education

Nine paid placements are available across a range of council services, including:
• Youth Services
• Kirkleatham Museum
• Health, Safety and Wellbeing
• Home to School Transport
• Street Scene
• Waste and Recycling
• Property Services

To request an application form and job description, please contact: [email protected]

The closing date for applications has been extended to Friday 7 August with interviews taking place during the weeks commencing 17 August and 24 August.

🚀 Want to become a Rise2Thrive Trailblazer participant? You can join the programme if you are:

✅ Aged 16+
✅ Economically inactive
✅ Looking to work towards education, training, employment or self-employment

📧 Get in touch by emailing [email protected] or come along to one of our sessions where we can discuss how the programme can support you. 💬🌟

🌿 Mindful Mondays 🌿

🗓️ Join us on Monday 3rd August from 1:30pm–2:30pm at Beyond Housing, 4 Gladstone Road, YO12 7BH for our first session, where we'll be enjoying 🎨 mindful colouring – a chance to slow down, switch off, get creative and take some time just for you. 💚

✨ Just a reminder... Mindful Mondays will take place every two weeks, with a different wellbeing theme at each session – our next one being 🖌️ foil art.

🧘‍♀️ If you're looking for a welcoming space to relax, connect with others 🤝 and focus on your wellbeing 🌱, we'd love for you to join us.

💡 DID YOU KNOW…? 💡

🛠️ We have a toolkit available on the Beyond Housing website that can help you with a range of tasks throughout your job search and application journey!

Whether you're: ✅ Updating your CV
✅ Preparing for an interview
✅ Writing a cover letter
✅ Looking for information about benefits

..you'll find everything you need in our online toolkit to help you build confidence and move forward. 🚀

📋 The toolkit is designed as a simple, step-by-step process, and if you need any extra support, we're always here to help. 🤝

🔗 Find out more and access the toolkit here:
https://beyondhousing.co.uk/our-services/employment-support-and-training/

🌞 Looking for something to do on 5th August?

Why not pop along to Westfield Farm Community Resource and Training Centre Summer Fair from 10am to 3pm! 🎉

With preparations already underway, it's set to be a brilliant day for the local community. Everyone is welcome, so be sure to stop by if you can. ☀️🎈

🎓 Looking to gain new skills or qualifications?

Did you know you may be eligible for funded training courses through local colleges, training providers, or online learning from the comfort of your own home?

Whether you're looking to improve your career prospects, learn something new, or gain a recognised qualification, our friendly advisors are here to help you find the right course for your goals.

📞 Get in touch today to explore your options and start your learning journey!