Who is the course for?
For those who are actively seeking work and would like to build their confidence and refresh their job searching skills, to increase their chances in gaining an interview and in turn employment. Please note: There is no formal qualification attached to this workshop.

What can I expect to learn?
How to plan and prepare for a proactive job search. How to target your job applications. How to relate your skills and interest to potential job opportunities. The best ways to directly approach employers and agencies. Online job sites and how to use them effectively.

How will I learn?
Your tutor will use a number of different teaching and learning methods, for example; Verbal instructions and explanations, One to one support and feedback, Question and Answers, Discussion, Handouts, Power Point presentations

How will I know how well I am doing?
Your tutor will monitor progress throughout the session by observing interaction and activities, asking questions and giving verbal feedback.

Will I have to do any work at home?
We recommend you embed the tools and techniques learnt when proactively seraching for work.

What will I need to provide?
You will need to have access to Microsoft Teams and be able to install the programme onto your computer or phone. Your computer/phone must have a camera and microphone facility. Pen and paper/pad for taking notes.

Are there any other costs?
No, however your tutor may recommend further reading, research and/or websites for further independent exploratory learning.

What can I do next?
Your tutor will be happy to support and guide you towards courses that will compliment your current skillls, needs, interests and current job role. You may wish to consider the following employability workshops/ courses, for example: Confidence Building Managing your Resilience Interview Skills And many more ACL Employability courses are also on offer For information on all ACL courses please see http://www.aclessex.com/ The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers. To make an appointment please call 0800 100 900 (calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers) or visit their website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk

Further information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635.

What Qualification/level is this course?
There is no formal qualification attached to this workshop.