Free Level 1 Employment, Teamwork and Community Course in Weymouth. Classes run at Weymouth College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 12 weeks. You'll need to be aged 16 to 25 and not currently in employment, education, or training. An interview confirms your commitment before you start. You'll build practical skills in employment, teamwork, and community involvement. The course covers what employers look for, how to work well with others, and how to play an active role in your community.
Who this course is for
"This programme is aimed at young people aged 16 to 25 who are unemployed. The 12 week programme is designed to help students gain new skills, improve their confidence, as well as gain a nationally recognised qualification."
Entry requirements
Aged 16 to 25. Not in employment, education or training. Students must show, through an interview, commitment to the course.
What you will learn
You'll develop the skills employers look for when hiring.
You'll practise working as part of a team.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively in a workplace setting.
You'll explore your role in the local community.
You'll build skills to help you move into work, training, or further study.
You'll reflect on your own strengths and areas to develop.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Weymouth College. Teaching is delivered in small group settings with tutor support throughout. You'll be assessed through coursework and practical tasks completed during the programme. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will track your progress across the 12 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Weymouth College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant, helping customers in retail or hospitality.
Warehouse operative, picking and packing in a distribution centre.
Care assistant, supporting people in their daily lives.
Receptionist, meeting and greeting visitors in an office or clinic.
Catering assistant, working in a kitchen or café environment.
Community support worker, helping people access local services.
What you could study next
Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths, strengthening the core skills most employers ask for.
Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills, taking your workplace readiness to the next level.
A vocational Level 2 qualification in an area that interests you, such as health and social care, business, or retail, moving you closer to a specific job role.
