Wolves at Work 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.
For details of how to contact Wolves at Work and a complete list of drop-in sessions across the city, click further information below.
RAF Museum - Youth Advisory Panel
Event: RAF Museum are looking for 16 to 24 year olds to support their Midlands Development Programme by joining our Youth Advisory Panel. Help us to shape our museum into an engaging and relevant space for young people by inputting into their Midlands Development Programme, from the planning stages to delivery and beyond.
Venue: RAF Museum Midlands, Lysander Avenue, Cosford, TF11 8UP.
How to Apply: For more information or to sign up please email us at learning-midlands@rafmuseum.org
Digital Skills Academy – UK Wide (18-24 years old)
This 2-year programme equips participants with essential digital and AI skills to enhance their engagement in education and readiness for future careers.
Date: Runs monthly
Venue: Microsoft Teams
Eligibility Criteria:
- 18+ years old
- Live in England or Wales
- Not in full education or employment
- Impacted by the criminal justice system in some way- ex-offender, probation, victim, family member etc.
To apply, please send an email with your full name, phone number and email address to meghan.dyer@catch-22.org.uk.
Code 4000 – UK Wide – Females (18 and above)
In this 12-week training programme, participants will cover: Introduction to Computer Science, Front-End Web Design (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), Responsive Web Design & Advanced JavaScript for interactivity.
Date: Anytime
Venue: Microsoft Teams
Eligibility Criteria:
- 18+ years old
- Live in England or Wales
- Not in full education or employment
- Impacted by the criminal justice system in some way- ex-offender, probation, victim, family member etc.
To apply, please send an email with your full name, phone number and email address to meghan.dyer@catch-22.org.uk.
Vocational Training Ltd – 2-Week Trainee Traffic Management Course
Vocation Training Ltd is offering a fully funded Trainee Traffic Management Induction and Course for Wolverhampton residents (aged 19+, unemployed, with the right to work).
Date: Thursday 30th October | 11am – 1pm
Venue: Vocation Training Ltd, The Alcora Building, Building 1, Suite 2, Halesowen, B63 2DG
National Careers Service – 50+ Navigating Your Career
This webinar will provide an overview of the importance of career planning aged 50 plus (or at any age) and how to get started.
Date: Tuesday 4th November | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Build a CV for the 21st Century
This webinar will provide an overview of the importance of career planning aged 50 plus (or at any age) and how to get started.
Date: Wednesday 5th November | 10am – 11:45am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Cover Letter – Why do I need one?
This webinar will show you how to produce an effective Cover Letter and why you should use them whenever applying for jobs.
Date: Wednesday 5th November | 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Building your confidence and motivation
This webinar will provide an overview of how confidence and motivation impact on our lives.
Date: Thursday 6th November | 10am – 11:45am
Venue: Online Event
Life in the UK
A citizenship programme for those looking to settle and work in the UK.
Date: Thursday 6th November | 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: Graiseley Family Hub, Pool Street, Wolverhampton, Blakenhall, WV2 4NE
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
National Careers Service – Job Interview techniques that work
This webinar will cover everything you need to know about job interviews.
Date: Thursday 6th November | 1:15pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
First Steps into Hospitality & Catering
This training programme offers Food Safety Awareness and Manual Handling as well as insight into the roles available within the Hospitality Industry.
Date: Friday 7th November | 9:30am – 11:30am
Venue: The Old School Building, 73 Dudley Road, Blakenhall, Wolverhampton, WV2 3BY
For more information, please call on 07881 358679 or alternatively email on: communityskills@wolverhampton.gov.uk
National Careers Service – The West Midlands Job Market
Discover the latest information on present and future employment opportunities across the West Midlands region.
Date: Friday 7th November | 10am – 11:45am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Working in IT & Computing
Discover the full range of opportunities in this rapidly evolving field of work and how to get started no matter what level of your skills.
Date: Tuesday 11th November | 10am – 11:45am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Working in Logistics
Warehousing is part of the logistics sector which offers many job and career opportunities to people from a wide range of educational levels.
Date: Tuesday 11th November | 1:30pm – 3pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Self-employment – Getting started
Thinking of going self-employed but not sure how to start? Join our webinar to get a clearer idea of what to do and where to get help.
Date: Wednesday 12th November | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Single Parents – Exploring Job, Education and Training options
Come to our webinar to find out the range of employment, education and training options that are more accessible for single parents.
Date: Thursday 13th November | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Disability Confident Employment
If you have a disability, you may be able to get support to help you access training, find work and progress in your job.
Date: Thursday 13th November | 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Working in the NHS
Join our webinar to find out the wide range of job & career opportunities in the National Health Service.
Date: Friday 14th November | 10am – 12pm
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Working with Children & Young People
This webinar will give you a thorough insight into the full range of jobs where you can work with or at least have contact with children.
Date: Tuesday 18th November | 10am – 11:45am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Becoming a Teaching Assistant
Are you interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant and want to find out how to get started?
Date: Wednesday 19th November | 10am – 11:45am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Getting into Teaching
Are you interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant and want to find out how to get started?
Date: Thursday 20th November | 10am – 11:45am
Venue: Online Event
National Careers Service – Graduate Job Seeking
This webinar will cover the essentials of effective job seeking as a graduate.
Date: Friday 21st November | 10am – 11:30am
Venue: Online Event
City of Wolverhampton College – November Open Day
Join an open day to try activities, learn about courses, and chat with students. Reserve your spot now.
Date: Saturday 22nd November | 10am – 2pm
Venue: City of Wolverhampton College, Paget Rd, WV6 0DU
The Skills Centre: 2-Week Construction Gateway (19+)
Quick, easy, and site-ready—get your CSCS card in just 2 weeks.
Course dates: Monday 24th November – Friday 5th December | 8:30am – 4:30pm
Venue: The Skills Centre, 7 Mill Street, Birmingham, B6 4BS
Interested? To apply, please email: Dominiquee.campbell@theskillscentre.co.uk.
The Skills Centre: 6-Week November CSCS Path2Apprenticeship Construction Programme
Aged 18–29 and live in the West Midlands? Get your CSCS card, site skills, and apprenticeship interview in just 6 weeks.
Course dates: Monday 24th November – Friday 19th December | 8:30am – 4:30pm
Venue: The Skills Centre, 7 Mill Street, Birmingham, B6 4BS
Interested? To apply, please email: Dominiquee.campbell@theskillscentre.co.uk.
GTG HGV Skills Bootcamp
Event: HGV Skills Bootcamps training courses are completely free for individuals, and you will be guaranteed an interview with a relevant, local employer upon completion of the course.
Eligibility:
- Be aged 19 or older.
- Have a full car (Cat B) driving licence.
Date: Ongoing
Venue: GTG, Bearing Drive, Wolverhampton, WV11 3SZ
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
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.