What opportunities will this course give me?
This programme will give you the experience, training, support and skills needed to go into the workplace. It takes place predominantly in the workplace.
It is designed for learners who are ready and keen to gain paid employment. This is a specialised work focused route into employment, therefore requires all participants to be serious about maintaining a job, your job coach will support and guide you.
You will learn skills bespoke to your work environment and placement with the support of your job coach and employer.
You will develop your maths and English for functional work placed essential skills required.
The programme will develop your confidence, motivation and workplace skills, knowledge and behaviours to be able to gain paid employment.
During the course you will spend the majority of your time in a substantial, unpaid work placement, with the right amount of support to help you achieve and be confident in the world of work.
What will I be learning?
This is a one year programme for learners with moderate learning disabilities/difficulties who are ready to go to work with support.
You will need to be very serious about obtaining and maintaining a job as this is a specialised work focused route. During the course you will spend the majority of your time in a substantial, unpaid work placement, with the right amount of support to help you achieve and be confident in the world of work.
Why is this course for me?
Placement choices are learner led, your placements will be linked to your own career aspirations. Your job coach will work with you to explore your aspirations and map them to a job that suits your life goals.
This programme frequently links with external providers to improve your learning experience, examples of some of these are The National Citizenship Service, Eastleigh Borough Council, YMCA, National Careers Service, The Saints Foundation and many more.
You will be supported to feel comfortable and confident when taking steps into the workplace. You will be well supported by your job coaches but will also be offered individualised training opportunities where this is identified.
How will my learning be enhanced?
Throughout the programme, you will continue to have maths and English classes. These will be linked closely to the skills needed in the work environment and bespoke to your individual learning needs.
You will have regular tutorials with a job coach and frequent job coach support in the workplace. You will negotiate learning goals and track the development of your skills. Your job coach will work with you to develop a vocational profile
This programme is designed to be responsive to the individual needs of learners and many have completed specific training linked to their career aims.
Why is Eastleigh College my best choice?
With our strong employer connections you will have the opportunity to develop and strengthen your CV and work experience to increase opportunities for paid work. This will also generate valuable references for any future possibilities.
Job coaches will support you to complete searches and applications during job clubs for advertised jobs and secure these skills for your future career path.
Here at Eastleigh, we are proud of our fantastic success rates; the Supported Internship offers some of the best progression routes into Supported Apprenticeships and paid/voluntary work in the local area.
What do I need to sign up?
Entry on to the programme is by interview and assessment. You do not need an EHCP to access this pilot scheme just an interest in getting into work, be at risk of not achieving without some additional support.
Is there anything else I need to know?
This is a pilot scheme so places are limited, it is advisable to express an interest as soon as possible. Job coaches are happy to discuss and explore your ambitions.
Application Information
Apply by clicking on the APPLY NOW link on this page. Alternatively, you can apply by completing an application form from our printed prospectus or through our Information, Advice and Guidance team by telephone 023 8091 1299 or via email at goplaces@eastleigh.ac.uk.
* As this is a pilot scheme traditional fees for learners over the age of 19 may not apply, please contact to discuss this with staff members using links above.
Course Code
ECHEFA/SI
Course Options
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9/9/2024 - Apply Now
Venue
Eastleigh College
Session code
SINT
Day
Full-Time
Time
Full-Time
Weeks
Full-Time
Fees
24+:
| Session | Venue | Starts | Days | Time | Weeks | Fees* | 24+ Fees* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SINT | Eastleigh College | 9/9/2024 | Full-Time | Full-Time | Full-Time | - | Apply now |
Need some further advice?
If you require further advice and guidance about any of our courses, the College has a dedicated Careers Advisor who can be contacted on telephone 023 8091 1014
The Equality Act
The College wishes to ensure that it complies with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010. If you are a disabled person, please ensure that we know what you need so that we can make all reasonable adjustments to help you succeed.