About this course
Budgeting for work is a practical and supportive course designed to help learners understand the financial transition into work.
The session explores the benefits of employment, not only financially but also for wellbeing and personal development. Learners will gain confidence in understanding how work can affect their income, including wages and benefits, and develop the knowledge needed to make informed financial decisions.
The course also provides an introduction to understanding payslips and the documentation needed to prove your right to work in the UK.
What will I learn?
By the end of the session, you will:
- Explore the financial, social and wellbeing benefits of being in work.
- Develop your understanding of how Universal Credit can continue to support people who are employed.
- Learn how earnings may affect Universal Credit payments.
- Gain confidence in reading and understanding payslips, including deductions such as tax and National Insurance.
- Apply numeracy skills to practical budgeting activities and calculate take-home pay.
- Understand what documents can be used to prove your right to work in the UK.
- Identify next steps towards employment and further learning.
Who is this course for?
This course is for adults who are considering moving into work, returning to work, or wanting to better understand how employment may affect their finances and benefits.
It is particularly suitable for learners who would like to build their confidence around budgeting, payslips and employment-related paperwork.
How will the course be delivered?
This is a single-session course delivered in a friendly and supportive environment.
The course is available either:
- Online as a 2-hour session, or
- In person as a 2.5-hour session, including induction and initial assessment.
Cost and Eligibility
Courses are no cost to learners who meet our eligibility criteria. Learners must be aged 19+ years, have a Wiltshire postcode, and meet residency requirements. Learners must also be able to tick one of the following criteria:
- individual income less than £25,750 a year;
- in receipt of benefits (other than child benefit);
- be a care leaver, foster carer or carer; be a military family or ex-armed forces personnel;
- have refugee or asylum seeker status; have a learning difficulty or disability;
- be looking to work, now or in the future.
If you do not feel you fit within the criteria, we may still be able to help. Please get in touch with us to discuss this further.
How to Book
Click the booking form link to book your place. We’ll then contact you to confirm your booking. Alternatively, we’re happy to complete the form with you over the phone.
To ask a question or find out more you can:
- Email us at familyandcommunitylearning@wiltshire.gov.uk
- Call us on 01225 770 478
We will look forward to hearing from you.