Catherine’s productive journey gets her ready to move on in life Catherine joined the Health Works Cornwall project as a 17-year-old with a history of anxiety and isolation, following Covid lockdowns and a challenging childhood. Our change coach supported her to grow in confidence and take a step towards her long term goal of working…
Michael Sharman Skills Adviser, SMART SKILLS What is your favourite thing about SMART SKILLS? That SMART SKILLS offers a rounded skills service like no other, to be able to support a business with their skills need which could have a significant impact on their business; it is just fantastic! What do you like most about…
Kickstart Scheme Ends but It’s Not Too Late to Develop Skills It has now been over a month since the fantastic Kickstart scheme came to a close. The scheme offered the opportunity for individuals aged between 16-24 to enter a position within the workplace, with the expense footed by the UK Government. The Kickstart scheme…
Teacher Presentation on T-Levels During National Careers Week CSW Group are pleased to announce that we are offering a 30 minute virtual session which aims to raise awareness of T-Levels among teachers across Devon and Cornwall. These sessions are offered as part of the Department for Education funded Apprenticeship, Support and Knowledge Programme for Schools…
Finding THAT apprenticeship! When Mason* first met with his CSW Community Engagement Adviser Suzanne, he did not know what he wanted to do, he just knew that he wanted to start earning his own money. After they exchanged phone calls and texts for a few days, he met with Suzanne. Together they discussed various options…
SMART SKILLS Empowers Julia to Grow Her Photography Businesses Julia, business owner at Julia Woollacott Photography, recently completed the free Digital Marketing Workshops from SMART SKILLLS, delivered by our partner Petroc. Based in North Devon, Julia offers stylish and relaxed wedding, portrait and event photography. She wanted to develop her digital marketing skills to help…
SMART SKILLS Enables David the Electrician to Expand His Business into Electric Vehicle Charging Installation Projects David has worked as a self-employed Electrical Contractor for the past 12 years. He had previously attended a range of electrical courses in Exeter with The Focus Training Group, where he heard about the opportunity of completing fully funded…
Oliver Takes Flight with the Help of COMPASS Oliver* attended his First Commitment meeting at the Jobcentre with his mum in August 2021. It was difficult to get information from Oliver; his reply to each question was “I don’t’ talk”. He was further encouraged to participate in the interview, but mum stepped in and replied…
Naomi Richards Skills Adviser, SMART SKILLS What is your favourite thing about SMART SKILLS? That it’s accessible to anyone over the age of 16 in Devon and the fact that businesses can upskill their staff without paying a penny! What do you like most about working on the SMART SKILLS programme? I love that our…
Teacher CPD sessions during National Apprenticeship Week CSW Group are pleased to announce we are offering a series of 30 minute virtual sessions which aim to raise awareness of apprenticeships among teachers across Devon and Cornwall. These sessions are offered as part of the Department for Education funded Apprenticeship, Support and Knowledge Programme for Schools…
Health Works for Cornwall has helped Nigel re-start his education and improve his possible future outcomes Please note this story contains sensitive information which some readers may find upsetting. Nigel has given full consent for us to share his story. Nigel joined the Health Works for Cornwall (HWC) project in May 2021 when he was…
COMPASS Helps Dillon to Gain a Basic Skills Qualification and Explore Career Options Dillon moved to the UK from South Africa having not completed his secondary education and without any formal qualifications. He completed a range of work experience in South Africa including various building and site works roles and mechanics experience; he was keen to…
With 2022 on the horizon, it’s time for you to launch an upskilling revolution and place you and your employees in the forefront of the training movement! Upskilling is vital in replacing outdated skills that are no longer relevant to today’s ever-changing job landscapes. Change is inevitable, there’s nothing we can do about it. COVID-19…
COMPASS Participants Learn About the Cornish Coastal Environment COMPASS programme participants had a great day learning about the Cornish coastal environment in November as part of the practical opportunity days held by our partner Newquay Orchards; funded by the European Social Fund. Accompanied by Newquay Orchard Change Coach Jenny Rogers the young adults went to…
