Learning for work

Aldingbourne Trust - WorkAid

Build confidence and prepare for employment with practical skills.
This introductory course is designed for adults with additional needs, including mental health challenges, and supports your journey into work.

You’ll learn:

  • understanding the world of work
  • identifying your strengths and skills
  • writing a CV and cover letter
  • finding job opportunities and applying
  • interview preparation and techniques

Duration: 5 weeks.

Location and style: Face to face - Aldingbourne, near Chichester. Online options available

Partner: Aldingbourne Trust - WorkAid - workaid@aldingbourne.org

Functional Skills UK

This course is a practical introduction to AI in workplace, boosting your skills and productivity.

You will learn how to streamline tasks, improve communication and use the tools effectively in your job or business.

Duration: 2 days

Location and style: Face to face.Online options available.

Partner: Functional Skills UK

Email: info@functionalskillsuk.com to find out more.

Rewards Training

Take your first steps into learning.

Delivered in small groups, or one to one sessions, this course is supportive, practical and informative.  

Topics include:

  • improving your writing skills for different purposes
  • improving your reading skills and understanding texts
  • how to correctly use spelling, punctuation and grammar

It is tailored around your needs and designed to build your confidence and prepare you for taking introductory steps back into learning. 

Duration: Ongoing based on tailored programme.

Location and style: Face to face - Crawley. Online options available.

Partner: Rewards Training - enquiries@rewardstraining.co.uk

The Grace Eyre Foundation

Build your confidence and employability through short, focused training sessions.

These courses are delivered in small groups or one-to-one formats and are designed to support your journey into work and independence.

You’ll learn:

  • workplace health and safety
  • workers’ rights and workplace standards
  • customer service and teamwork
  • CV writing and interview techniques

Duration: 1 day short course and 8 week programmes available.

Location and style: Face to face - Worthing.

Partner: The Grace Eyre Foundation

Email: employmentproject@grace-eyre.org 

Worthing Mencap

Build practical skills and confidence through hands-on experience in a live café environment.

Buddy’s Training Programme is an accessible course designed for people with a learning disability or autism.

You’ll learn:

  • customer service and teamwork
  • food and drink preparation
  • health and safety
  • team building and communication
  • Food Hygiene Award (where appropriate)

Delivered in a supportive and inclusive learning environment, this programme helps you gain valuable experience and independence.

Level: Level 1.

Duration: 6 months.

Location and style: Face to face - Worthing.

Partner: Worthing Mencap