Please see below some great upcoming events/opportunities from us and the network.
1.The Step Forward careers event – 13th August
Everglades in partnership with local employment and skills providers, 2nd Chance, First Rung, NHG- Make It Happen and the Connect to Work Programme by the Shaw Trust will be hosting the first of many themed events in Grahame Park Estate. The first of such a collaboration will be the Step Forward event, hosted at the Everglades Medical Practice on Wednesday, 13th August from 1200pm- 300pm.
Please see the flyer attached to share with your residents.
For additional information about the event and our joining instructions, please contact:
Marcus Harris
Community Integration Officer (Barnet).
Shaw Trust
T: 07872 858979
E: Marcus.Harris@shaw-trust.org.uk
2. Change Project- Free support for NEET West London 16-24 year olds
Shaw Trust’s Change Project offers young people a holistic approach to develop interpersonal skills, knowledge, experience, and gain qualifications that will enable them to move into sustained employment, education, or training.
The programme will offer:
• Engagement and Customer Journey
Targeted outreach to engage economically inactive and unemployed NEET groups.
Allocated Change Maker Mentor who will support the young people from the beginning and throughout their journey on the programme.
• Health and Wellbeing
Access to specialist Cognitive Behavioural Mentoring for young people with poor mental health
• Curriculum and Activities
Offering a suite of accredited/non-accredited curriculum and activities, such as employability skills, CSCS, Gym Instruction, Security with SIA, First Aid, Customer Service, Child Care
• Enable and Succeed
Job Brokerage, Job Coaching, work placements and a network of community mentors, and peer volunteers.
Please see the programme flyer attached. The website and referral form to share with eligible residents here.
2. Start Art Programme- A Women's only Programme
On behalf of Yaran Club in partnership with NHG- Make It Happen and Everglades Medical Practice, we are very pleased to introduce Start Art workshops from NO.20, the Concourse, Grahame Park, NW9 5XA.
The Start Art Programme will aim to provide a safe space for mothers and children, to promote emotional health, confidence and break down barriers in community participation.
In partnership with Everglades Medical Practice, we will aim to provide Health Checks, Immunisation and Vaccination programmes during the activities and workshops.
The local DWP will be introducing a JCP- SPOC to the programme, and Shaw Trust have assigned an employment specialist to support the economic and employment ambitions of the participants.
For more information about the programme, joining instructions or how you can participate, please contact Fariba Nassiri, Mob: 07734104266, fariba.nassiri@outlook.com. Please share the attached flyer with your residents.
3.Working Chance – Supporting Women with convictions into employment
Working Chance supports women with convictions to develop the confidence, self-belief, and skills they need to find employment and rebuild their lives. They work with employers across the country to find opportunities for women that match their skills, aspirations, and needs. Whether it's their first ever job, a career move, or heading back into education or training, Working Chance are here to help. You can find out more about their work here.
4. Free programme for NEET Young people interested in the sport sector
RollaDome are inviting referrals for Degrees of Opportunity, their flagship programme supporting young people aged 18 to 25.
This programme is designed to help NEET young adults re-engage with education, build confidence, and transition into employment or further training. It is trauma-informed, youth-led, and tailored to individual needs.
Key features include:
• 1:1 mentoring and coaching
• Functional skills (English and Maths)
• Work placements across multiple industries
• Accredited qualifications
• Personal development and wellbeing support
Participants gain access to apprenticeship opportunities in Sport—not just coaching, but across the full spectrum of the sector. This includes roles in event management, media and communications, operations, community outreach, and more, helping young people find their path in a growing industry. Please see the flyer attached and the referral form here. Please share with residents who may be interested.
5. HRUC- Apprenticeship opportunities and free employability course
HRUC has launched Foundation Apprenticeships – a brand-new pathway designed to open doors for young people aged 16–21 and others who need support accessing skilled careers. Even better? Employers and Providers receive a £2,000 incentive to hire a Foundation Apprentice! These 8 months long foundation apprenticeships will be for the following courses:
• Building Services Engineering
• Onsite Trades
• Engineering and Manufacturing
• Health and Social Care
Please see the flyer attached. For more information please Call: 01895 85362 or Email: employers@hruc.ac.uk. Click here for further information for employers.
HRUC has also launched a free employability course for career development, with an opportunity for a job interview as part of the offer. Please see attached flyer and share with your residents. For more information email Giles Strachan, Giles.Strachan@hruc.ac.uk
6. Skills Max- Domestic Energy and Retrofit Assessor Skills Bootcamp
Skills Max is delivering a Domestic Energy and Retrofit Assessor Skills Bootcamp commencing on September 6th (online). Please find attached course information. After successful completion of the Bootcamp, learners will obtain a Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment and a Level 2 Award in Retrofit.
Further course details are here:
• All lessons will be remote via zoom
• Class Proposed Start Date 6th September 2025 on Zoom call
• Course duration is 60 hrs
• DEA Assessments – 4 written assignments and a portfolio of evidence
• Retrofit Assessments – Short Answer exam for 1.5 hrs. (to be taken at the Centre)
Residents should follow this link if interested. Please email any questions to: engagement@skillsmaxacademy.com
7.West London Green Skills & Construction Prospectus launched
West London’s leading colleges and training providers have joined forces to launch the 2025–2026 West London Green Skills & Construction Prospectus - a user-friendly online guide to help residents explore opportunities in two of the region’s fastest-growing sectors. The prospectus showcases high-quality teaching and state-of-the-art facilities across West London and features a wide range of training courses and qualifications. It also links to the adult education services across the seven West London boroughs. With autumn enrolment approaching, now is the ideal time to explore what’s on offer. Click here to view the prospectus.
8.Article: Tips on how to successfully enrol into college
West London Green Skills Hub have published a short news item that provides five top tips on how to successfully enrol into college. Please share the article with residents who may be interested. The link is here.
9. Advertise your events for free
Does your organisation have upcoming skills/careers events (e.g. job fairs, workshops, open days) for residents in June, July and August? Have you advertised them on the West London Skills and Work Finder yet? We have website has a dedicated events calendar to promote your skills and employment events to all residents.
We have had over 16,000 website page views since January, so please do take advantage of this free marketing! If you are already registered as a provider with an account, please upload your events directly. If you are not a provider, please send us your event details and flyer which we can upload on your behalf. If you have any questions, please email Matthew TomaM@ealing.gov.uk .
10.WLA Instagram – advertising your programmes and events
Have you seen our Instagram page highlighting training opportunities, jobs, events etc. for residents in West London? Please follow us and tag the account in your posts so we can reshare your content, getting your offer out to as many residents as possible. Alternatively, send us your content and we can create a post. Follow at @westlondonskillsandjobs
9. West London Green Skills Hub Monthly E-newsletter
Have you subscribed to the Free West London Green Skills Hub Monthly E-newsletter? It provides news of jobs, apprenticeships, events and useful resources aimed at job coaches and job seekers interested in green skills and construction in West London. To view the latest issue and to subscribe click here. Please do subscribe and share it with your network and residents!
10. Online Resource: ‘Find a Job’
Haven’t seen our Find a Job page yet? On our West London Skills and Work Finder website, we’ve created a list of opportunities and support for residents in West London. From apprenticeship opportunities, to employment programmes, to support for those with SEND - we’ve compiled it all!
Check out the Find a Job page today and do share it with your residents. Do you think a great opportunity/programme is missing? If so, please let us know.
Also, follow us on Instagram @westlondonskillsandjobs_ for more training opportunities, support and careers events for residents.