A Sunderland-based award-winning programme helping unemployed people into work is currently recruiting for its next course, starting later this month.
Ran by Sunderland AFC charity Foundation of Light, āBack in the Gameā is a 10-week programme supporting adults aged 19 and over with opportunities to gain qualifications, work experience and employment.
The programme has helped more than 76% of learners into employment or further training since launch.
One former participant, Robert has progressed in his role at Ashley Mews Care Home where he started as a Care Assistant and is now a Senior Care Assistant.
Robert praised the course saying, āwithout Back in the Game I wouldnāt be where I am today.ā
Robert gained employment within two weeks of completing the course and achieved Edexcel English and Maths which helped him study towards an NVQ Level 3 in Care which he is now pursuing a career in.
Designed to increase motivation and self-esteem amongst participants, āBack in the Gameā consists a mixture of classroom, practical and physical activities.
Back in the Game has a great track record of helping people get into work and helping them move forward in their lives and make those first steps to a brighter future.Ā Itās perfect to help people get the skills, confidence and experience to get into work.
All course participants are be able to access the Beacon of Lightās state-of-the-art World of Work zones, giving them first-hand experience of equipment used in leading North-East industries, and allowing them to complete industry-specific qualifications.
For further information about āBack in the Gameā contact anthony.parkinson@foundationoflight.co.uk or call 0191 563 4777.
Written By Kay James
16 May 2019
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