Jobs and Skills in Sandwell – Online launches this Friday

Showcasing the range of support available to find employment or enter training, the event will include information of interest to residents of all ages and career stages.

The event is hosted by the council’s employment and skills team – Think Sandwell – who have supported 75 people to start jobs and apprenticeships since April 2020.

Videos, support information and workshops will be posted daily during the week. The programme covers the following:

• Monday 24 August – All about apprenticeships
What apprenticeships are available, how to apply and a guide to Sandwell council’s apprenticeships programme.
• Tuesday 25 August – Training Tuesday
Find out what free training courses are available to help you improve your skills or gain new qualifications.
• Wednesday 26 August – Workshop Wednesday
Gain employability skills from our experienced advisors.
• Thursday 27 August – Employment/Redundancy Support
An in depth look at the support available to get into employment, whether you’ve been made redundant, looking to change career or re-enter the workplace after time out.
• Friday 28 August– Spotlight on…

More information on popular careers including the care industry; construction and working in schools.
To book your FREE place visit www.sandwell.gov.uk/employmentevents