The two organisations are working together to deliver a free training programme for young people to provide them with the skills they need to begin a career in care.
Charity funding organisation The King’s Trust and West Midlands-based training provider Embark Learning Care Academy are working together to deliver a free training programme for young people to provide them with the skills they need to begin a career in care.
Aimed at young people aged between 18-30 who have either previously trained in health and social care or have experience as young or unpaid carers, it offers participants expert-led support, hands-on training, and a clear pathway into employment.
The programme includes a series of week-long training sessions held at The King’s Trust Birmingham Centre in Digbeth.
Every participant who completes the training is guaranteed an interview for either a flexible health care assistant or a support worker role. The students enrolled on the course will also receive additional support including interview preparation guidance, a free DBS check, and financial assistance for their travel and uniforms when they begin their new role.
Full potential
The programme includes six months of tailored follow-up support, along with access to further qualifications such as Level 2 and 3 Diplomas in Care, opening the door to progression into more senior positions.
“Young people are currently facing multiple challenges. At The King’s Trust, we know that the opportunity to secure employment can be life-changing and can help them achieve financial independence, increase their confidence and enable them to reach their full potential,” says Jason Wright, delivery manager for health and social care at The King’s Trust.
The next available sessions kick off with an information event on Monday 16 June followed by the official course which runs from Monday 23 June to Friday 27 June. Interested individuals can register at embarklearning.co.uk.
