The Construction Talent Retention Scheme (CTRS) is a not-for-profit programme, funded by Government, and backed by business organisations, professional institutions and construction unions. The online portal allows skilled individuals to showcase their experience and expertise and helps businesses across the industry find the skills they need. There has been strong interest in the scheme since [...]
We would like to share an incredibly uplifting story of the journey of one of our participants today... We hear all the time that everyone is different, and everyone's circumstances vary hugely, however, perhaps due to time or funding, it is not always possible to commit to a personalised service. And that is why we [...]
Wiltshire Council and Youth Hub partners are hosting a live broadcast on Thursday 21 January in partnership with LearnLive and the Careers and Enterprise Company. Aimed at Young People between the ages of 16 and 24, this live broadcast aims to support young people who are not in education, employment or training or unemployed, with their [...]
The National Careers Service has brought together speakers and resources for a Virtual Careers Fair to showcase opportunities in different sectors, and help people think about their next step, whether that’s a first step into a new career or changing careers. The fair is free to join and has some live talks from organisations, speaking [...]
The Your UK Parliament Awards recognise the fantastic individuals who have made a difference in their communities and beyond. If you’ve made a difference in your community or helped to promote democracy, apply for a Your UK Parliament Award. Big or small we want to hear about a change you’ve made by taking action. It [...]
The Swindon and Wiltshire Careers Hub held a virtual Education Conference on Wednesday 13 January 2021 where the theme, “Developing an Innovative Careers Programme in a Post COVID-19 World” was discussed. Over 80 delegates from secondary schools, colleges, SEND providers, employers and stakeholders took part in this event with delegates hearing from 23 speakers from [...]
Volunteer as an Enterprise Adviser (EA) and partner with a secondary school or college to support them in the development and implementation of their careers strategy, ensuring all students are prepared and inspired for the fast-changing world of work. Working with the Careers Leader and wider senior leaders of the school or college, EAs [...]
Wiltshire Council and Youth Hub partners are hosting a live broadcast on Thursday 21 January in partnership with LearnLive and the Careers and Enterprise Company. Aimed at Young People between the ages of 16 and 24, this live broadcast aims to support young people who are not in education, employment or training or unemployed, with [...]
The Disability Confident scheme aims to help employers make the most of the opportunities provided by employing disabled people. It is voluntary and has been developed by employers and disabled people’s representatives. The scheme has 3 levels that have been designed to support those on their Disability Confident journey. Employers must complete each level, committed, [...]
Dear Employers In this fast changing world, young people need an insight to the world of work to help prepare them for the future and raise their aspirations. In the current climate, it is not possible for them to go and visit work places and so at the Swindon and Wiltshire Careers Hub, we are [...]
