Access Southampton Events & Training Calendar
Below is a summary of the latest careers events, training courses, employment opportunities and open days that are coming up in Southampton. These opportunities will give you the chance to develop new and existing skills, meet employers, or find out about local colleges and training providers. Please note, this is not an exhaustive list and times/locations may be subject to change – always contact the training provider to find out more information.
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Upcoming Courses and Events
Employability for Health and Social Care Jobs
When: Monday 30 October – Wednesday 1 November 2023, 10am-3pm
Where: Central Library Seminar Room
We’re working with several local care companies to offer a bespoke employability course for people who want to work in health and social care but need support with the application process. Anyone who completes all 3 sessions will get a guaranteed job interview with a local care company.
What do we cover?
- Setting goals and improving confidence around looking for work
- By the end of the training, all learners will have written/updated a CV and Covering Letter
- How to write a strong application for health and social care specific roles
- Preparing for care sector interviews, including virtual/online/telephone interviews
- Pre-employment checks, and how to make sure this doesn’t become a barrier
Why this course?
- We’re completely person-centred and meet every learner before the workshop so we can make sure we meet their needs
- We have a relaxed, fun learning environment
- No exams or course work – we give learners the skills and confidence they need to achieve their goals
- Our team has over 30 years’ experience of supporting people into employment
- Guaranteed job interviews after the course
For more information or to join the course, please email baz.khan@southampton.gov.uk
Prince’s Trust Get Into Construction with JRS Training Ltd
When: Taster Day 14 November 2023 – Referral Deadline 10 November 2023
Where: Southampton
How: Refer a Young Person
This 5-day Programme will see the Young People come together with an industry professional, to gain knowledge and accreditation that will open the door to work in the Construction Industry. Gaining their Emergency First Aid Certificate, Health & Safety Accreditation, and their CSCS Card, they will then have the opportunity to share their experience and new-found knowledge with industry professionals during the end of Programme Celebration Event, where they can discuss opportunities in apprenticeships, traineeships, and paid employment within the Construction Industry, with support from their dedicated Prince’s Trust Youth Development Lead.
Southampton Jobs Fair
When: Friday 24 November 2023, 10am-1pm
Where: St. Mary’s Stadium
Southampton Jobs Fair Tickets, Fri 24 Nov 2023 at 10:00 | Eventbrite
Prince’s Trust Get Started in Art & Creativity with John Hansard Gallery Southampton
When: Taster Day 28 November 2023 – Referral Deadline 24 November 2023
Where: Southampton
This 5-day Programme will see the Young People come together with professional artists in a working art gallery, to trial a range of different artistic techniques and creativity to explore their own identity and sense of belonging as individuals and within their communities. No artistic ability is required for Programme, just an interest in exploring new things and finding creative ways to express yourself. You’ll have a dedicated Prince’s Trust Youth Development Lead to support you throughout the Programme, and for up to 6-months post-Programme, to progress onto your next venture.
Introduction to IT for Jobseekers
When: Thursday 11 January 2024 – Thursday 8 February 2024 (every Thursday for 5 weeks) 5pm-7pm
Where: Central Library Learning Centre
Our Introduction to IT course is for people who are looking for work but don’t feel confident using computers to do this. This course is aimed at learners with very basic IT skills who want to develop their skills around using computers to look for work. The course will cover:
- The basics of using a computer
- How to use email
- How to search for jobs online
- How to stay safe online
To join this course, please email baz.khan@southampton.gov.uk
Prince’s Trust Team Programme (16-25)
When: 22 January – 12 April 2024
Where: Basingstoke, Isle of White & Southampton
How to sign up: Call Customer services on 0800 842 842
Our 12-week personal development programme, for the chance to gain new skills, take a qualification and meet new people. When you come board, you’ll be challenged to:
- Take on your own group community project, making a positive difference to the place where you live.
- Take part in an action-packed residential trip.
- Get two weeks’ work experience in something you’re interested in.
- Develop your English and Maths skills.
As part of the course, we also spend some time developing your interview CV skills to ensure your confidence is sky-high for when taking the next step.
College and University Open Events
Barton Peveril Sixth Form College
Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 5ZA
Open Events | Barton Peveril Sixth Form College
Bitterne Park Sixth Form
Dimond Road, Southampton, SO18 1BU
How to Apply – How to Apply | Bitterne Park Sixth Form
Brockenhurst College
Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshire, SO42 7ZE
- Wednesday 27 September 2023
- Saturday 14 October 2023
- Saturday 4 November 2023
- Thursday 23 November 2023 (Marchwood Construction and Marine Technologies Centre)
- Wednesday 20 March 2024 (Marchwood Construction and Marine Technologies Centre)
City College
St Mary Street, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 1AR
Events – City College Southampton
Eastleigh College
Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 5FS
- 26 September 2023
- 11 October 2023
- 9 November 2023
- 4 March 2024
- 11 June 2024
Term Dates & Opening Times · Eastleigh College
Fareham College
Bishopsfield Road, Fareham, Hampshire, PO14 1NH
- Saturday 2nd September 2023
Itchen College
Middle Road, Bitterne, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 7TB
- Thursday 12 October 2023
- Saturday 14 October 2023
- Wednesday 1 May 2023
Useful Dates and Holidays – Itchen Sixth Form College
Peter Symonds College
Owens Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6RX
- 3 October 2023
- 4 October 2023
- 3 July 2024
- 4 July 2024
Peter Symonds College / College Calendar (psc.ac.uk)
Richard Taunton Sixth Form College
Hill Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 5RL
News – Richard Taunton Sixth Form College
SETA
First Avenue, Millbrook, Southampton, SO15 0LJ
SETA – Training for Industry – Open Evenings (setatraining.co.uk)
Solent University
East Park Terrace, Southampton, SO14 0YN
- Saturday 9 September 2023
- Saturday 14 October 2023
- Saturday 4 November 2023 (Virtual)
- Saturday 2 December 2023
Undergraduate Open Days at Solent University
Sparsholt College
Westley Lane, Sparsholt, Hampshire, SO21 2NF
- Saturday 7 October 2023
Experience Sparsholt – Sparsholt College Hampshire
St. Anne’s Sixth Form College
Carlton Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 2WZ
Joining us in 2023 — St Anne’s Sixth Form College (stannes6th.uk)
Totton College
Calmore Road, Totton, Hampshire, SO40 3ZX
- Tuesday 10 October 2023
- Thursday 10 November 2023
- Monday 4 March 2024
- Tuesday 18 June 2024
Events Archive – Totton College
University of Southampton
University Road, Southampton, SO17 1BJ
- Sunday 10 September 2023
- Saturday 7 October 2023
- Sunday 8 October 2023
Undergraduate Open Days | University of Southampton
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