Wolves at Work 18-24 Drop-in sessions
Event: If you're a young person seeking employment opportunities, drop by and chat with the Wolves at Work 18-24 team to receive free support and guidance as well as free one day travel.
Dates: Ongoing
Wolves at Work Thursday Drop-in Sessions
Event: Whether you're at the beginning of your career journey or looking to find a new role, receive free advice and guidance to find your way to work.
Dates: Thursdays (2pm – 4pm)
Venue: Civic Centre, Ground Floor
Prep for Interviews
Event: Prepare to impress at any interview. Free drop-in sessions for 19–29-year old's wanting to gain skills for interviews.
Date: Every Tuesday in September and October | 9:30am – 12:30pm
Venue: Youth Employment Hub, the Way youth Zone, School Street, WV3 0NR
How to Apply: To find out more about the Jobs Fair, email communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Wolverhampton Business Week
Event: Register to one or more of the free workshops available during Wolverhampton Business Week to learn about AI in business, creating video content, and much more.
Date: Monday 25th September – Friday 29th September
Venue: Various venues
ESOL and Employability
Event: Employability training for residents with English as a second language, including customer service skills, interview and presentation skills, and information about local jobs.
Date: Thursday 21st September | 9:30am – 12:30pm
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Road, Blakenhall, WV2 3BY
To Find Out More: Email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or, Call/Text: 07881 358 679
Wolverhampton Works
Event: Training, skills, and support into work, along with the opportunity to find out about and directly apply for vacancies.
Date: Monday 25th September | 9:30am – 11:30am
Venue: Low Hill Community Centre, Kempthorne Avenue, Wolverhampton, WV10 9JJ
To Find Out More: Email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or, Call/Text: 07881 358 679
Jobs Fair
Event: Jobs Fair for residents aged 16-29. Find out about training, work experience and jobs in a range of sectors.
Date: Wednesday 27th September | 10:30am - 1pm
Venue: Youth Employment Hub, the Way youth Zone, School Street, WV3 0NR
How to Apply: To find out more about the Jobs Fair, email: youthhub@wolverhampton.gov.uk
First Steps into Cleaning
Event: Training relevant to working in the cleaning industry, including Manual Handling and Health & Safety, and links to vacancies.
Date: Thursday 28th September | 9:30am – 11:30am
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Road, Blakenhall, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
To Find Out More: Email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or, Call/Text: 07881 358 679
ESOL for Volunteering
Event: A new programme offering ESOL support to residents wanting to volunteer. Practice your speaking and listening skills, build your confidence, and explore opportunities for volunteering.
Date: Thursday 28th September | 12:30pm – 12:30pm
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Road, Blakenhall, WV2 3BY
To Find Out More: Email: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk or, Call/Text: 07881 358 679
Gardening Volunteering Project
Event: On this 6-week programme you will learn valuable skills and be part of a project which will benefit the local community in Bilston.
Date: Thursday 5th October 2023
Location: Bilston
How to Apply: To find out more about this project, email info@access2business.co.uk or call 01902 572397
Sector Based Work Academy - Warehousing
Event: This free sector work-based academy programme is designed to help you start a career in Warehousing.
Date: Ongoing Dates
How to Apply: To find out more, call 07377 803775 or email info@novatraining.co.uk
Sector Based Work Academy – Care Industry
Event: This free sector work-based academy programme is designed to help you start a thriving career in the care industry.
Date: Ongoing Date
How to Apply: To find out more, call 07377 803775 or email info@novatraining.co.uk
Connexions Drop-in Sessions
Event: Connexions Wolverhampton are available to help you find a pathway forward to reach your prospective career goals through expert support and guidance.
Date: Tuesdays (10am – 1pm at The Way Youth Zone)
Wednesday (1.30pm – 4pm at the Ignite Hub)
Smart Stitch
Event: If you’re interested in fashion or are looking for a chance to get creative, the Smart Stitch workshops will help you build skills in pattern making, sketching, design, as well as teaching you the basics of sewing.
Date: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays (11am – 3pm)
Venue: 40-52 High Street, Wednesfield, WV11 1SZ
How to Apply: Email hello@smartstitch.co.uk or call Linda on 01902 256060
Wolf Track Community Coaching
Event: You can be a coach. Gain valuable skills to add to your CV and earn an FA recognised coaching qualification.
Date: Ongoing dates
Pre-Apprenticeship Programme
Event: Sian Computers are offering those 16-24, not yet in education or employment, the opportunity to gain an entry level employability certificate, improve on vocational skills, and gain practical work-based training.
Venue: Collingwood Road, Bushbury, WV10 8EB
Date: Ongoing
How to Apply: To apply, call 01902 651698 or email siancomputers.comm.init.cic@gmail.com.
SIA Security Courses
Event: SainTs Training offer extensive security training programmes which use unique teaching techniques, scenarios, and group discussions.
Date: Ongoing
Venue: 22 Queen Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 3JW
How to Apply: To apply for a course, call 01902 710670 or email info@saintstraining.co.uk
Free Coding Bootcamp
Event: If you’re interested in game development or just eager to learn what goes into creating an app, sign up to this free 3-day workshop with School of Coding to get you started.
Date: Ongoing
Venue: Pendeford Business Park, Wolverhampton, WV9 5HF
How to Apply: To enquire, call 01902 509 209 or email info@schoolofcoding.co.uk.
Community Automotive Skills Enterprise (CASE)
Event: Interested in getting involved in the automotive industry? Looking to learn new skills? This free programme will help you gain the knowledge you need to become a qualified Windscreen Technician.
Date: Ongoing
How to apply: To apply for this course, call 0330 006 4312 or email caseskills6@gmail.com.
Fork Lift Truck Courses
Event: This programme will prepare you for working in the industry, help you to qualify as a Fork Lift Truck driver and aid you in receiving your FLT license.
Date: Ongoing
How to apply: To apply for the FLT course, call 01827 216171 or email yea@thetraininginitiative.co.uk.
Construction Skills Academy
Event: The Constructions Skills Academy supports local people who are out of work and looking for further training in readiness for their chosen career path, in receiving specialised support and skills they will need to succeed in the industry.
Date: Starts every 8 weeks
How to Apply: If you have any questions about the programme, email bbvskills@sccb.ac.uk.
Young Business Matters
Event: Want to become your own boss? The Young Business Matters drop-in sessions will provide you with the support and advice you are looking for, to aid you on the journey to starting your own business.
Start Date: Ongoing
How to Apply: For more information, call 01902 422421 or email info@youngbusinessmatters.co.uk.
Job Match
Event: Looking to pursue a career in Care? Proud to Care and West Midlands Care Association have a new initiative which allows you to register your details and then be matched with local care providers who are seeking someone like you to join their team!
Dates: Ongoing
Creative Industries Training
Event: Interested in a career where you can be creative? If you’re between the ages of 18 and 24, unemployed, claiming UC and have a passion for all things creative, Gazebo Theatre are offering you the chance to join their 10-week programme to improve your employability and skills.
Date: Ongoing
Venue: Mander Centre, Ground Floor, Wolverhampton, WV1 3NH
How to Apply: To register your interest or to find out more, send an email to info@gazebotheatre.com.
Microsoft Digital Employability Program - Catch22
Event: Get free online employability support through this program from Catch 22 and Microsoft. You will receive specialised coaching, help with tailoring CVs and Cover Letters as well as advice for when you are in employment.
Dates: Ongoing
Venues: Online
Digital Skills Workshops and Taster Sessions
Event: 2-hour taster sessions are available in Virtual Reality, Robotics, 3-D Printing, Design, Video Production and Game Development. You will also receive a £25 gift voucher and free food when you sign up and attend a session!
Dates: Ongoing
Connect Football Leaders
Event: The Connect Football Leaders programme allows you to participate in football sessions, design coaching sessions and get involved with work experience in schools.
Dates: Ongoing
Allrounder Cricket & Employability
Event: Gain skills you can transfer into the workplace, earn recognisable qualifications, and develop your knowledge of Cricket through free indoor sessions.
Date: Every Saturday (11am – 3pm)
Venue: Dunstall Heights, Wolverhampton, WV6 0LZ
How to Apply: Email kjoshi@tlccollege.org.uk or call 01902 714433.
Know Your Neighbourhood Project
Event: Become a volunteer with the Know Your Neighbourhood Project to learn new skills, improve your confidence and support upcoming volunteering opportunities happening locally.
How to Apply: For more information or to get involved, call 01902 572397 or email info@access2business.co.uk.