IMPACT
Our services have a real impact on peoples confidence and skills and help them access exciting opportunities
We are really proud to share some of the stories and achievements from across the Employment, Skills and Learning services.
Refurbished laptops help build skills and access to services
ESL Laptop Recycling Scheme Digital poverty in Bristol means that many people are unable to get easy access to online learning, employment and local services. The Employment, Skills and Learning Service stepped up during Covid and […]
Learner artwork on display at Local Art Trail
The Stoke Lodge Adult Learning centre is once again a host venue for the fantastic BS9 Arts Trail on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th June. The arts trail runs annually with local artists displaying their work […]
Supporting South Bristol businesses to grow and develop
Davis Roofing are one of the South West’s leading roofing contractors, Manager Daniel needed to grow his business with a workforce who were committed and could work hard. He was also keen to support local young […]
Supporting Young Parents to plan for the future
Kelly was referred to the Young Parents Support Service when she became pregnant at 15 years old. Kelly’s attendance at school was historically low and in the last months of her pregnancy, it became increasingly difficult […]
Billie is getting closer to her ‘dream job’ thanks to Future Bright
As a single mum, Billie was working hard but her job wasn’t really the right fit for her to pursue her dream job in nursing. She told Karen her Progression Coach with Future Bright, “I was […]
We’ve been shortlisted for Large Team of the Year in the LGC Awards!
We are delighted to have made the shortlist for the Large Team of the Year in the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards 2023. Our ESL team has 166 members and is made up of a family […]
Careers Coaching to support recovery
The ADDER Project (Addiction, Diversion, Disruption, Enforcement and Recovery) provides Careers Coaching for people in recovery. Careers Coach Mike met his client through the project. Mike said “from the start she had shown an interest […]
South Bristol Talent Pathway Project
South Bristol Talent Pathway Project (SBTaPP) has a mission to work hand-in-hand with local businesses to develop their workforces through training, recruitment and facilitating connections with local schools – strengthening the ‘talent pipeline’. This partnership approach […]
Shelby is a young mum with support she will complete her studies
Shelby was referred by her mum to the Young Parents Service when she became pregnant while studying for her A levels. Shelby was determined to continue her studies but wanted help to decide what the best […]
Work experience with Bristol WORKS
This year’s National Careers Week (6 to 10 March) saw Bristol WORKS lead more than 2,000 experience of work opportunities in partnership with local employers – this included over 250 experiences for learners with additional needs. […]