Expand your skills and knowledge…
We are working together with The Skills Network to offer access to Level 2 qualifications via distance learning. All qualifications are fully funded by the government’s Adult Education Budget. This opportunity provides access to interactive and engaging learning content from The Skills Network, a company that has partnered with a number of leading awarding organisations, including NCFE, CACHE and TQUK, to develop outstanding learning resources that meet a diverse range of learning needs.
PLEASE NOTE: To qualify for funding you must be aged 19 or over, reside in England and have been living in the EU for at least the last three years. You cannot enrol onto a course that you have already completed.
For more information and a list of courses, click here.
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We also offer workshops to help with your job search and to build your skills and confidence. We have produced some short video presentations to help you. The videos are on our YouTube Channel and are available for you to watch.
Please do contact us to register for our services so that we can help you in other ways, or just to let us know if you found the videos helpful.
Email: reception@people-matter.org.uk or telephone reception on: 01323 431289 or 07843 190738
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Course title |
Course content |
When |
Videos |
| Getting a job workshop – searching for jobs | exploring where to look for work, getting others to help you in your search | Available online | where to look for work |
| Getting a job workshop – job applications | completing job application forms and writing a cover letter to accompany your application or CV | Available online | completing application forms and online applications |
| Interview skills | exploring how to prepare for an interview, body language and key interview questions | Various (mornings only) | |
| Confidence building | a six week course for jobseekers aimed at improving confidence | Various (mornings only) | |
| Food safety and hygiene – Level 2 accredited | a one day course on practical theory with pen and paper test | Various (all day) |
Workshops are held at our offices in South Street.
For information on dates and times, see our Events page, or to book a place on one of our workshops, please call our reception: 01323 431289
Meet our Trainers
Mike Taylor – Trainer
Mike joined the team in 2018 having worked in the financial services industry for over 35 years. Mike’s career culminated in a role as Head of Operations with responsibility for staff training and development. Mike is also a keen bowler (which he also coaches).
Sarah Mackenzie – Trainer
Sarah joined People Matter as a trustee in 2020. Sarah also brings her experience as a professional caterer and trainer to People Matter by providing our Level 2 in Food Safety and Hygiene.