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Unemployment in Tower Hamlets is over double the national average. Child poverty is strongly linked with families being out of work and we know that poverty affects health, education and crime. So finding work is the key is the key to positive change across a range of areas.
THCH has forged links with a number of agencies, job brokerage organisations and training establishments and this page will, from time to time, list details of vacancies, upcoming training courses and jobs fairs that will be of interest to residents seeking work.
Skillsmatch
Skillsmatch is the flagship job brokerage service for the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Supported by Canary Wharf Group and working with a range of strategic partners, it offers innovative recruitment solutions to companies looking to source new staff and to job seekers wishing to secure sustainable employment.
All Skillsmatch services are offered free of charge regardless of the complexity involved in finding the right solution.
Please click the link to visit the Skillsmatch website http://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=12709
Employment Services in Tower Hamlets
To find organisations that provide employment services in Tower Hamlets, please click here
Employment and Training Directory
We want to help support our residents into finding work or training and have put together the following booklet listing many of the agencies and services available in Tower Hamlets.
Working at the 2012 Olympics
LOGOC are currently recruiting a range of positions. The attached document lists the latest positions the are recruiting for.
For more information, please visit https://locogrecruitment.london2012.com/jobs/main
G4S require Security Staff
Security Staff are required for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. These roles are open to anyone, no experience is necessary as training will be given. Please visit securinglondon2012.com for details.
Are you deaf or hard of hearing and looking for work?
A specialist charity working with and for deaf and the hard of hearing, Deafroots, are offering FREE training and a FREE Employment Advisory Service including help with CV writing, job searching, writing personal and supporting statements and interview skills training.
Sessions are held every Wednesday 11am to 1pm and Friday, 2pm to 4pm at the Durning Hall Business Centre, Earlham Grove, Forest Gate, E7 9AB. Call or SMS 07505 771 753 for more information.
Street League - Changing Lives Through Football
Street League is a charity organisation that works with 16-25 year olds that are not in employment, education or training. Using football as a tool for engagement, they run free weekly Street Football sessions in venues across London, where their Coach Educators build rapport, get to know the participants and, along with football, work on transferrable skills such as time-keeping, motivation, communication, confidence and team work.
Once players have been introduced through the football sessions, they are given the opportunity to join the Academy Programme. The Academy runs for 8 weeks; Monday to Thursday (9am-1pm) and participants will complete three accredited courses. he Community Sports Leadership Award and two NOCN accredited courses in employability and personal development.
The next session will be held at Mile End Stadium on 30 January at 2pm.
To find out more or to register, please call 020 8536 5330 or visit www.streetleague.co.uk
The Road 2 Work Project
The Rooted Forum provide a FREE service for 16-25 year olds living in Tower Hamlets offering interview skills training, help improving your CV, job search advice, help building your confidence and motivation.
Please see the attached PDF document or call 020 7432 9146 or email info@therootedforum.org for more information.
The City of London Business Traineeship Programme
This is a programme aimed at Tower Hamlets school-leavers who are in their final year of 'A' levels (Year 13) and have a minimum of grade B in English and Maths at GCSE and keen to work in the financial services, IT, or legal sectors or in business administration.
The placements last between 6-13 weeks are are paid at the going rate for the job you do.
For more information and to register, please visit www.thebrokerage.org.uk/ctb
Leaders Through Sport
The Leaders Through Sport Programme is a unique & innovative programme for young people to develop leadership, personal development & life skills by using sport as the teaching tool. The programme has 4 units of work which comprise of:
- Community Sports Leaders Award Level (CSLA L2)
- Personal development Workshops
- Community Project
- Information, advice & guidance (IAG)
The young people will need to attend one day a week for a period of 10 weeks; however they may require to do additional volunteering to complete the programme. Upon completion they will receive a accredited CSLA L2 certificate and opportunity to continue their volunteering.
For more information, please visit www.newarkyouth.org.uk
Free and Low-cost QCF/NFQ Courses
Please see the following document for a list of free and low-cost courses, ranging from Security Service and SIA training through to Customer Service and Business Admin courses.
Start Your Own Business
With unemployment on the rise and records showing more and more young people out of work and seeking employment, THCH has, over the last few months, been publicising job brokerage details, training courses and various employment events through this newsletter, our website and our Facebook page.
One other alternative that residents might consider is to start your own business. The following document lists a number of agencies that may be of help.
Do you want to be a Health Champion?
As a Health Champion you will:
- Engage with individuals to promote a healthy lifestyle
- Signpost individuals to Health Trainer services and any relevant services supporting their health care needs
- Support Health Trainers to deliver healthy lifestyle activities
- Receive extensive training such as the RSPH Level 2 Understanding Health, CIEH Level 2 Healthier Foods and Special Diets, accredited ASDAN CVQ qualification Level 2 or 3 and other training around health to develop your knowledge in the health care sector
If you would like to develop your experience and skills in promoting health in the local community and you can commit to a flexible volunteering schedule, then please call Abdullah on 020 7790 3632 or email a.zuned@stifford.or.uk for further information and an application pack.
East London Business Alliance - Graduate Local Employer Scheme (EaGLES)
September 2012 - April 2013 (£12,000pa pro rata)
Designed for Tower Hamlets, Hackney and Newham graduates, ELBA are looking for seven outstanding young people who are interested in a career in corporate community affairs and responsible business, and who are also keen to act as role models and ambassadors for the local community.
Train with 15billion
Accredited qualification and employment skills
15billion delivers projects to young people and they are currently delivering a "19-24 Not in Education, Employment or Training" project offering young people training in:
- Problem solving
- Team work
- Presentation skills
- CV writing
- Interview techniques
Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Motivate to Achieve Apprenticeships
If you are 16-18, not working or in training, you might qualify for the 15billion earn and learn project. Various apprenticeships providing paid work for 16 hours per week, 1 day at college.
Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Vacancies at Axis Europe
Axis are seeking to recruit a Trainee Resident Liaison Officer and an Apprentice in Painting & Decorating.
Axis are also offering work experience placements painting & decorating and in administration. Please see the attched flier for more information.
If you wish to apply for either of these roles, please send a covering letter and your CV to maria.northwood@axiseurope.com
If you would like to find out more about work placements, please contact muge.dindjer@thch.org.uk or call 07949 059 087.
Free ESOL classes for Somali and Bangladeshi Women
Bethnal Green based training organisation, Praxis, will be holding free ESOL classes centred on health issues for Somali and Bangladeshi women starting on 14 June 2012.
The course will last 5 weeks and be held every Thursday between 10am and 12noon.
Basic English is required and the small classes will provide a informal structure covering:
- learning healthcare vocabulary
- Improving your English
- Meeting new people
- Gaining confidence
The next assessment and enrolment day is on 18 May 2012 at the Praxis Office in Potts Street, Bethnal Green, E2 0EF.
Please call Fabricio on 020 7729 7985 for more information or to book your place.
Krypton Training could help you find work
THCH residents can access the services of Krypton Training and receive help finding work, training, voluntary positions and work trial placements. Krypton's advisors work for the national Careers Service and deliver a range of services including:
- One-to-One personalised sessions
- CV techniques
- Interview techniques
- Motivational skills
- Customer care
Please see the attached document for a full list of services available.
If you would like to access this service, please send your CV to muge.dindjer@thch.org.uk
