Inspire - Thurrock Careers Opportunity Bulletin

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TCOB

July 2018

Weekly jobs, apprenticeships and training opportunities for young people

Spotlight of the week

Interested in a career within retail or logistics?

Claire Burges will be visiting from the Prince's Trust to talk about the upcoming 'Get into retail' and 'Get into logistics' programmes.

Get into programmes are designed for young people to give you the experience and training you need to move into a job. They can offer work experience, qualifications and help build your employability skills.

More details about these two specific programmes can be found below in the 'Volunteering and other opportunities section'.

This open event will be taking place at the Inspire Youth Hub, on the 16 August from 1pm to 3pm. 24-28 Orsett Road, Grays, Essex RM17 5EB. (Opposite Thameside Theatre).


Prince's Trust is now recruiting!

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Unemployed and aged between 16-25? The Prince's Trust Team Programme is a FREE 12 week course focusing on employability, team work and community skills.

- Uncover your hidden talents and mix with new people   

- Gain work experience

- Gain new qualifications to help you get a job

- Improve your teamwork and communication skills

- Boost your confidence, interview skills and CV

Taster day: Monday 17 September 2018, 10:30am to 2:30pm at the Thurrock Adult Community College

For more information, please contact Tom Flynn, team leader at 07770832059 or tflynn@thurrock.gov.uk


OnTrack

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Aged 16-29?
Unemployed?
Living in Thurrock?

Our 100% FREE service gives you the funds, support and opportunities you need to land the job YOU deserve.

Find out more about OnTrack


Council apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are open to anyone aged 16 or over living in England and not taking part in full-time education.

  • Support Worker Apprentice (Two positions)
    Thurrock Council, Inspire - OnTrack Team
    Salary: £3.50 per hour
    Closing date: 1 April - Location: Inspire Youth Hub, Grays

We are offering an opportunity for the successful candidates to gain experience working directly with disabled children, supporting play experiences and providing a high standard of care. Training will be offered with a view to achieving formal qualifications.

View more available vacancies at thurrock.gov.uk/jobs


Apprenticeship vacancies

Apprenticeships are open to anyone aged 16 or over living in England and not taking part in full-time education:

  • Trade Supplier Apprentice
    Euro Car Parts Ltd
    Salary: £148 per week
    Closing date: 20 August 2018 - Location: Oliver Road, Grays, RM20 3ED
  • Service Technician Apprentice
    Brayley Honda
    Salary: £148 per week
    Closing date: 17 August 2018 - Location: Orsett Road, Grays, RM17 5EL
  • Vehicle Body Repair Apprentice
    Nationwide Crash Repair Centre Limited
    Salary: £148
    Closing date: 21 August 2018 - Location: Magnet Road, Grays, RM20 4DP
  • Business Administration Support Apprenticeship
    Harris Federation
    Salary: £206.50 to £274.05 per week
    Closing date: 17 August 2018 - Location: Mayflower Road, Chafford Hundred, RM16 6SA
  • Hairdressing Apprentice
    Stylistics Hair Design
    Salary: £148 per week
    Closing date: 31 August 2018 - Location: Lampits Hill, Corringham, SS17 9AA
  • Warehouse Apprentice
    UK Cables Ltd
    Salary: £245 per week
    Closing date: 31 August 2018 - Location: Units C1-C2, Grays, RM20 3XD
  • Motor Vehicle Apprentice
    Complete Cars
    Salary: £160 per week
    Closing date: 14 August 2018 - Location: Globe Industrial Estate, Rectory Road, Grays, RM17 6ST
  • Data & Telecoms Systems Engineer Apprentice
    London Gateway networks limited
    Salary: £138.75 per week
    Closing date: 20 August 2018 - Location: Juction Lodge, Tilbury, RM18 7EH
  • Welding Apprentice
    Rippleside Metalworks Ltd
    Salary: £160 per week
    Closing date: 10 August 2018 - Location: Thames Road, Grays, RM17 6JP
  • Recruitment Resourcer Apprentice
    The Labour Desk Limited
    Salary: £15,000 per year
    Closing date: 31 August 2018 - Location: Stanhope Industrial Estate, Wharf /road, Stanford Le-Hope, SS17 OEH
  • Dental Nurse Apprentice
    P Datta & Associates
    Salary: £148 per week
    Closing date: 31 August 2018 - Location: High Street, Grays, RM17 6NX

More Apprenticeship Vacancies


Thurrock Council Job vacancies

Latest opportunities include:

  • Care Assistants
    Salary: £17,556 to £20,034 Per Annum
    Closing date: 19 August 2018 - Location: Thurock
  • Trainee Engineers
    Salary: £18,444 to £22,542 Per Annum
    Closing date: 19 August 2018 - Location: Thurrock
  • Reception and Engagement Assistant
    Salary: £17,556 to £20,034 Per Annum
    Closing date: 19 August 2018 - Location: Thurrock
  • Playworker
    Salary: £18,444 to £22,542 Per Annum
    Closing date: 19 August 2018 - Location: Sunshine Centre, Tilbury
  • Sessional Workers
    Salary: £18,444 to £22,542 Per Annum
    Closing date: 19 August 2018 - Location: Tilbury

View more available vacancies at thurrock.gov.uk/jobs


Job vacancies

You can find vacancies on the Universal Jobmatch website. Latest opportunities include:

More Job Vacancies


Need help applying for an apprenticeship or job that you see?

Thurrock Careers (formerly Connexions) offers free careers information, advice and guidance to:

- Every 13 to 19 year-old
- Anyone with special educational needs up to the age of 25

We provide personalised support to all young people - whether you’re still at school or looking for employment and training - with:

- Jobs and careers
- Education
- Training and work
- Learning
- Volunteering
- Money
- Health
- Housing
- Relationships

Find out more at https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/careers-advice/thurrock-careers


Volunteering and other opportunities in the community

Training Opportunities at Inspire

- Emergency First Aid Training
- Level 2 Health and Safety
- Food Hygiene Awareness
- CSCS Card
- Customer Service
Contact Jo on 01375 413735 or email JEllery@thurrock.gov.uk for more information.

Functional Skills English and Maths
We would like to offer this opportunity to all NEET young people who are interested in honing in their literacy/numeracy skills. 

Tracy Howells will be available every Wednesday  10am to 11 am  in the INSPIRE YOUTH HUB to offer Maths/English tuition to NEET young people who need to improve their skills. 

Call 07798580038 for more information

Prince's Trust - Get Into Retail
4 week FREE programme in partnership with Marks and Spencer's for those aged 16 to 25 who are currently not in training, education or employment. Meet new people and learn new skills as well as gaining work experience. We will also help you to improve your CV, apply for jobs and support you for up to 6 months after the programme finishes.
You can learn about stock control and rotation, sales and promotion of goods, customer service skills and gain first-hand experience of what it means to work in the Retail environment.

Interviews for this programme take place from Monday 13 August at local job centres.
Taster Day on Wednesday 22 August at the Thurrock M&S Store.
This programme runs from Monday 28 August to Friday 21 September.

Prince's Trust - Get into Logistics
An exciting opportunity is available to young people aged 18 to 30 living in the Southend, Grays, and Basildon areas that are currently not in training, education or employment. Consisting of 2 weeks training with South Essex College followed by 2 weeks work placement. Please note the first 2 weeks are based at the Grays South Essex College Campus. 

  • Gain relevant qualifications such as Level 2 Award in Conflict Management, Level 1 award in Customer Service, Level 2 in COSHH, Level 2 Award in First Aid & Teamwork
  • Training in picking and packing
  • Meet new people and boost confidence
  • Complete a 2 week work placement in one of the DP World or UPS warehouse environments
  • Receive 6 months support from The Prince’s Trust

This programme has good positive outcomes for the right young people, it won’t affect any benefits already being claimed and all travel expenses will be refunded for the full 4 weeks. To join or find out more, please contact Claire Burgess

Interviews for this programme take place from Tuesday 28 August.
If successful you will be invited to a Taster Day Wednesday 5 September.
This programme runs from Monday 10 September to Friday 5 October.

To join either of these courses or find out more: Call 07984 005 934 Email: Claire.burgess2@princes-trust.org.uk 

Ngage Thurrock
Volunteering opportunities to promote active citizenship In the local area. Various Volunteering Opportunities from It support to gardening to stewarding etc. 

Academy 1 Sport
Elite Football and education Programmes.
- BTEC Level 1,2 and 3.
- FA Qualifications and Job Opportunities
- Links with Team such as QPR, Thurrock & Aveley FC.
Contact 01375 275052 or 07399 410046 for more information or Trial bookings.
Or email academy1sports@hotmail.co.uk

Lifeskills
Courses are for young people aged between 16 – 18 years and work on a roll on roll off basis, meaning young people can join courses throughout the year depending on spaces available.

37 Weeks courses, 16 hours per week over 4 days, Either between 9am to 1pm or between 1.30pm to 5pm depending on level and availability.

- LifeSkills – Independent Living/Employability – Entry Level 3 & Level 1
Customer Service – Level 1
- Business/Admin – Level 1
- Health & Social Care Level 1 & 2
- Construction Level 1 & 2
- Motor vehicle – Level 1 & 2
- Traineeships – 14+ Weeks

Travel expenses are covered. Participation allowance also offered. T&C's apply.
For more information, please contact Jamie at 01268 272200 or Jamie@learnaliving.co.uk


Volunteer roles are listed on the Volunteer Essex website.


Local recruitment agency

Manpower UK Ltd
63 Orsett Road, Grays, RM17 5HJ
01375 394120

Take 4 Personnel
51 Lodge Lane, Grays, Rm17 5RZ
01375 391337

Jobcentre Plus
2 Derby Road, Grays, RM17 6QH
01375 815000

Paul Well Consultants
32 Catharine Close, Chafford Hundred, RM16 6QH
01375 484044

HDS Personal LTD
Tilbury Freeport, Tilbury, RM18 7EH
01375 840577

C & C Retail Recruitment
Lakeside Shopping Centre, West Thurrock, RM20 2ZP
01708 890086

Brooke Street
28-30 High Street, Grays, RM17 6LU
01375 378317