Groundwork Accredited Courses 2013 Find out how we re -Changing Places -Changing Lives www.gwor.org
We ve been Changing Places Changing Lives Since 1983 Last year we provided 3,373 weeks of training and enabled 934 qualifications to be gained.
Hello there! Welcome to our course list, showing courses running at Groundwork in 2013. We ve got lots going on this year and hope that you can benefit from our schedule of voluntary courses. We pride ourselves on the friendly support we offer to people of all ages. Our courses can help you to increase your skills, confidence and personal potential. We aim to provide learning opportunities in an environment that allows you to meet new people and have fun. Take a look at the courses on offer and if you would like to find out more visit us online at www.gwor.org.uk or give us a call on 0161 624 1444.
Contents Groundwork Prince s Trust Team Programme Practical Countryside Skills Course Volunteer Project Assistant (VPA) Programme Community Action Teams Work Skills Course Employability Skills Course Building Craft Occupations Course Housing Refurbishment Programme Find out more Expression of Interest Form
Groundwork Prince s Trust Team Programme The Team programme is a life changing personal development course. Team members take part in work experience, qualifications, practical skills, community projects and an exciting residential week. More than 70% of unemployed participants go on to jobs, training or education within three months of completing this course. It s a worthwhile course to do. I gained many qualifications that helped me to get a job that I ve always wanted. Thank-you Groundwork. Nichola, aged 25 and from Oldham Eligibility Unemployed people aged 16-25 Run day(s) Monday to Friday Run time 9:00am to 4:30pm Length of course 13 weeks Start dates Monday 8th July 2013 (Rochdale) Monday 9th September 2013 (Oldham) Monday 16th September 2013 (Rochdale) Monday 30th September 2013 (Oldham) Monday 21st October 2013 (Middleton) Monday 4th November 2013 (Rochdale)
Practical Countryside Skills Course Learn a range of conservation skills whilst gaining an accredited qualification and helping to improve a local nature site. This course teaches about wildlife, habitats and the work involved in managing a nature site. If you want to get outdoors, meet new people and help to enhance the local environment then this course is for you. Through volunteering at Groundwork I now feel I have a better chance of getting a job. Charles, aged 58 and from Langley Eligibility People aged 16+ Run day(s) Monday to Wednesday Run time 10:00am to 3:00pm Length of course 10 weeks Start dates Monday 26th August 2013 Monday 2nd December 2013 Monday 24th March 2014
Volunteer Project Assistant (VPA) Programme Groundwork has been providing graduates with relevant work experience in the environmental/regeneration sector since 1991. Our successful VPA programme gives people real project management experience, accredited qualifications and plenty of opportunities to network. We re also supporting VPA placements in other local organisations. I gained lots of classroom experience, which was vital for my PGDE application. It was a very rewarding experience and one that I would recommend to any graduate. Mohammed, aged 24 and from Oldham Eligibility Run day(s) Run time Length of course Graduates and non-grads with experience Monday to Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm (can be flexible) 12 weeks Start dates Monday 16th September 2013 Monday 13th January 2013
Community Action Teams Learn new skills, increase your experience and make a difference to your local area. As part of the course you ll be involved in community development, physical improvement work, event planning and environmental activities. Meet new people and have fun whilst working towards a nationally recognised Level 1 Certificate in Community Volunteering. It has been informative, interesting and thoroughly enjoyable and has opened up my mind to new possibilities and a whole new future. Sonia, aged 39 and from Oldham Eligibility People aged 16+ Run day(s) Monday to Wednesday Run time 10:00am to 3:00pm Length of course 10 weeks Start dates Monday 15th July 2013 - Oldham Monday 15th July 2013 - Rochdale Monday 14th October 2013 - Oldham Monday 14th October 2013 - Rochdale Monday 27th January 2013 - Oldham Monday 27th January 2013 - Rochdale
Work Skills Course If you re struggling to find work this short course will give you some tips and tricks to keep you ahead of others the next time you apply for a job. Whatever your chosen career path, the Work Skills course will give you new skills and understanding for the world of work. Learners work towards the Edexcel BTEC Level 1 Award in Work Skills. A very well organised course taught by a professional with a passion to help others. Bernard, aged 47 and from Middleton Eligibility People aged 16+ Run day(s) Monday to Thursday Run time 9:00am to 4:00pm Length of course 4 days Start dates Monday 8th July 2013 Monday 22nd July 2013 Monday 29th July 2013 Monday 12th August 2013 Monday 2nd September 2013 Monday 16th September 2013 Monday 30th September 2013 Monday 14th October 2013 Monday 28th October 2013 Monday 11th November 2013 Monday 25th November 2013 Monday 2nd December 2013 Monday 9th December 2013
Employability Skills Course Get the skills to research employment opportunities, apply for jobs, and prepare for and take part in interviews. This three week course will teach you the generic skills valued by employers and provide an opportunity to achieve an accredited qualification. You will also receive support finding work, or to identify any further training and development you may need. Yeah the course was a great help, the team working question came up and the strengths and weaknesses one as well, and with the interview tips I got I smashed it. They said it was the best interview by far, so I can t thank you enough. Michael, aged 28 and from Middleton Eligibility Unemployed People aged 18+ Run day(s) Monday to Friday Run time 9:00am to 4:00pm Length of course 3 weeks Start dates Monday 24th June 2013 Monday 1st June 2013 Monday 22nd July 2013 Monday 29th July 2013 Monday 19th August 2013 Monday 26th August 2013 Monday 16th September 2013 Monday 23rd September 2013 Monday 14th October 2013 Monday 21st October 2013 Monday 11th November 2013 Monday 18th November 2013
Building Craft Occupations Course The BCO course teaches the basics in plastering, joinery, plumbing, decorating and brickwork. Participants learn how to handle and store construction materials, and how to cut, lay, set and fix a range of construction components. As part of the course learners work towards recognised qualifications as well as gaining a CSCS card. It s a confidence builder. It improves team work and improves hands on knowledge of the building trades. Aaron, aged 23 and from Royton Eligibility People aged 16+ Run day(s) Monday to Thursday Run time 9:00am to 4:00pm Length of course 10 weeks Start dates Monday 8th July 2013 Monday 23rd September 2013 Monday 24th February 2014
Housing Refurbishment Programme Hone your construction skills on the refurbishment of a real house. As well as training and qualifications you will gain valuable work experience covering plastering, decorating and landscaping. You will work in a team of four and have a supervisor who will guide you through the work and give support along the way. The scheme was a fantastic experience. The Groundwork staff really helped me along the way, giving me good support and encouragement. It drives you forward to move to a better life and has widened my horizons. Daniel, aged 29 and from Kirkholt Eligibility Run day(s) Run time Length of course Unemployed people aged 16+ from Rochdale Monday to Thursday 9:00am to 4:00pm 15 weeks Start dates Monday 26th August 2013 Monday 30th September 2013 Monday 18th November 2013
Find out more Visit our website at: www.gwor.org.uk Call us on 0161 624 1444 to ask a question or arrange a meeting with one of our course leaders. Want to join? Fill out the Expression of Interest form on the right and return to Groundwork (details on back page). Other Opportunities We offer volunteering opportunities and run public events where individuals can get involved and help to improve the local area. Please visit the Volunteering or Events pages of our website. Our Policies & Standards Groundwork is dedicated to working in a professional manner, respectful of fellow staff members and the people we work with, and in compliance with all relevant legislation. We work to a number of quality systems and hold accreditations right across our field of operations.
Groundwork Training Course Expression of Interest Please fill in the details below and return to Groundwork at the address on the next page... Name: Address: Postcode: Telephone: Mobile: Email: Age*: Date of Birth: *Please note: If you have just left Year 11 at school you will not be able to join a course until AFTER 31st August this year. How did you hear about these training opportunities? (e.g. newspaper, Connexions, word of mouth, etc) Please give details of any special needs or requirements you may have whilst on the programme: Please state the course(s) you re interested in: Prince s Trust Team Programme Practical Countryside Skills Course Volunteer Project Assistant Programme Community Action Teams Work Skills Course Employability Skills Course Building Craft Occupations Course Housing Refurbishment Programme
Groundwork Oldham & Rochdale helps people and organisations make changes in order to create better neighbourhoods, to build skills and job prospects, and to live and work in a greener way. We re a registered charity with 30 years of experience working with partners to deliver successful projects in the Oldham and Rochdale area. Discover more... www.gwor.org.uk GroundworkOldhamRochdale @GroundworkOR To join a course, find out more information or make a referral contact us via email, phone or fax: E_gor@groundwork.org.uk T_0161 624 1444 F_0161 624 1555 Groundwork Oldham & Rochdale The Environment Centre, Shaw Rd. Higginshaw, Oldham OL1 4AW Groundwork Oldham & Rochdale is a company limited by guarantee and registered in England. Company Registration No. 1762088. Charity Registration No. 0514726.