Free Level 1 Employability Skills Course in March. Classes run at The March Community Centre, part-time during the day. This is an 8-week community project focused on improving public spaces, boosting biodiversity, and engaging local communities. You develop personal and practical skills through hands-on volunteering activity. The course runs over 11 months part-time, so you can fit it around other commitments. You must be aged 19 to 65 years old to take part.
Who this course is for
An 8 week project with the aim to improve public spaces, boost biodiversity, and engage local communities. We work with local volunteers (19+) who are looking to develop their personal and practical skills.
Entry requirements
Learners must be aged 19-65.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills through outdoor and community-based tasks.
You'll build personal skills such as teamwork, communication, and reliability.
You'll contribute to real environmental improvement projects in your local area.
You'll learn how to work as part of a group toward a shared goal.
You'll gain experience that supports your CV and job applications.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom and through practical community activity. You'll be assessed through tasks and activities linked to the project work. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than through a single exam. Your progress is recorded as you complete each part of the programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The March Community Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Caretaker or groundsperson, maintaining outdoor and public spaces
Community support worker, helping local organisations and residents
Warehouse operative, entry-level role requiring reliability and teamwork
Retail assistant, customer-facing work in shops and stores
Care assistant, supporting people in care homes or in the community
Recycling or environmental operative, working on sustainability projects
What you could study next
After completing this employability skills qualification, you could move on to:
Level 2 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills, to deepen your skills and strengthen your CV further.
Level 1 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths, which many employers ask for alongside a work-ready qualification.
A vocational Level 2 qualification in an area that interests you, such as health and social care, horticulture, or customer service.
