Education, Training and Employment Directory

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1 RISE (Recovery Interventions Service Ealing) Education, Training and Employment Directory YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE FIRST EDITION: January 2013

2 Education, Training and Employment Directory This Education, Training and Employment (ETE) directory has been produced solely for use by the Recovery Interventions Service Ealing (RISE) ETE coordinators, staff, practitioners, peer mentors and volunteers to advise, signpost and refer clients to suitable ETE opportunities and activities in the borough of Ealing. This directory includes useful information and contact details for clients accessing RISE s substance and alcohol misuse services in Ealing who would like to access education, training or employment services and opportunities locally. Information is included on vocational training, informal learning, Apprenticeships, colleges, volunteering opportunities, employment, Jobcentre Plus, The Work Programme and Local Labour market information. While care has been taken in putting this directory together, RISE cannot accept any responsibility for any information that is incorrect or out of date. Where available or possible information for individual services have been directly extracted from providers websites and publicity materials. Being included in this resource directory does not mean that the services and information outlined are recommended or endorsed by RISE. We advise that staff, individuals or clients contact the relevant provider or organisation to check all these details and information are up to date prior to committing to any service. If you have any comments, questions or recommendations for this directory please contact RISE on or ealing@cri.org.uk Updated: November 2013 RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 2

3 Contents Education and Training Providers 4 Apprenticeship Providers 11 Volunteering Opportunities 15 Employment Support Services 18 Jobcentre Plus 23 The Work Programme 24 Local Labour Market Information 27 Useful Information 32 About RISE 34 RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 3

4 Education and Training Providers Urban Futures Urban Futures delivers a wide range of training both nationally accredited and non- accredited, classroom based and workplace based, and to both the employed and unemployed. Some of the training delivered is mandated to customers (meaning they have an obligation to attend, perhaps as part of a government agency programme such as the Work Programme), whilst other training we offer is directed at existing employees who are low skilled and looking to improve their economic well- being. As an unemployed customer, or someone who is economically inactive (not claiming benefits), you can readily access our training services knowing that you will be receiving a service that is structured to support your career development. Courses available: Construction CSCS Either unemployed and in receipt of benefits, or economically inactive and able to sign a self- declaration form; Able to commit to 5-7 full working days for a Level 1 classroom based course; Identification is a must Provide documentary evidence of your right to access publicly funded training in the UK (normally passport is sufficient); Provide documentary evidence of being in receipt of benefits (normally your DWP benefits letter plus a bank statement showing regular receipt of benefit payments is sufficient). Address: Boundary House, Cricketfield Road, Uxbridge UB8 1QG Telephone: Website: info@urbanfutures.org.uk RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 4

5 Education and Training Providers Acton Training Centre Ltd Acton Training Centre (ATC) provides Skills for Life, ICT, vocational training accredited to national standards and awarding bodies including the British Computer Society (BCS), City & Guilds, NCFE, Oxford Cambridge RSA and the Institute Leadership and Management. ATC delivers a wide range of vocational courses that lead to qualifications at levels 2 and 3 (and level 4 in Accounting). Courses available: Accounting Business and Administration IT and ICT (ECDL & ITQ) Beauty Therapy Childcare Customer Service Health and Social Care Hospitality and Catering Job seeking and employability Life Skills Digital Literacy Learndirect: English, Maths, Computers and IT In many cases, Government funding is available to cover the cost of your learning and the qualification, so you could get both for free. Please contact ATC for further details. Address: Swarn House, , High Street, Acton, W3 9BJ Telephone: info@atc- uk.com Website: uk.com RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 5

6 Education and Training Providers Ealing Council Adult Learning Ealing Council s Adult learning services provides leisure and information technology courses, family learning and community learning throughout the borough. Courses also available by appointment only Opening hours: Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 9.30am- 4.30pm. Courses available: Art Basic skills Beauty Computing Crafts DIY Health Into Work Languages Music You are expected to have a reasonable level of written and spoken English to enjoy and benefit from all of our courses. Address: Room 56, Perceval House, Uxbridge Road, Ealing W5 2HL Telephone: adultlearning@ealing.gov.uk Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 6

7 Education and Training Providers Ealing Hammersmith & West London College Ealing Hammersmith & West London College has 3 campuses in the borough of Ealing: Acton, Southall and Ealing. The Acton campus is a Centre of Vocational Excellence (CoVE) in construction crafts and offers an extensive choice of construction courses which are taught in purpose built workshops. The college also offers Engineering, Electronics, Motor Vehicle, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Skills for Life and Supported Learning courses to students of all ages. Onsite child care is also available. Courses available: Access to Higher Education (Level 3) AS/A2 Levels (Level 3) Beauty and Holistic Therapies (Level 1, 2 and 3) Business (Level 1, 2 and 3) Computing and IT (Level 1, 2 and 3) Construction (Level 1, 2 and 3) Creative Arts and Media (Level 1, 2 and 3) Engineering - Electronic and Motor Vehicle (Entry, Level 1, 2 and 3) English and Maths (Entry, Level 1, 2 and 3) English for Speakers of Other Languages ESOL (Entry, Level 1 and 2) GCSEs (Level 1 and 2) Hairdressing (Level 1, 2 and 3) Health, Care and Early Years (Entry, Level 1, 2 and 3) Hospitality and Catering (Level 2 and 3) Performing Arts (Level 2 and 3) Prince s Trust (Level 1 and 2) Public Services (Level 2 and 3) Science (Level 1, 2 and 3) Skills for Working Life (Entry) Sport (Level 1, 2 and 3) Supported Learning (Entry) Travel, Leisure and Tourism (Level 1, 2 and 3) RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 7

8 Pre- entry and Entry Level, ESOL and Skills for Life: Interview and assessment Level 1: Skills for Life Entry 3 Level 2: 2-4 GCSEs grade A*- D, or Level 1 Award or Diploma or similar Level 3: 4-6 GCSEs A*- C, including GCSE English, or Level 2 Diploma or similar Access to Higher Education: Internal assessment Level 4+: A relevant Level 3 qualification or relevant work experience for adult learners Please see individual course information and on their website for specific details and detailed entry requirements. Acton Campus Address: Gunnersbury Lane, Acton, London W3 8UX Ealing Campus Address: The Green, Ealing, London W5 5EW Hammersmith Campus Address: Gliddon Road, Barons Court, London W14 9BL Southall Campus Address: Beaconsfield Road, Southall, Middlesex UB1 1DP Telephone: cic@wlc.ac.uk Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 8

9 Education and Training Providers MIC Southall This Learndirect centre is located on the main Southall Broadway next to TKC restaurant. The training centre is based on the 2nd Floor of a well- known local community centre building, the Ramgharia Hall. It has two IT training rooms, with privacy for women arranged when required, and a classroom for face to face delivery. Courses available: Basic IT Digital Literacy Through government funding you may get your qualification for free. This will be confirmed with you before you start your learning. Address: 159 The Broadway, Southall UB1 1LP Telephone: m.mullick@internationallearningcentre.co.uk Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 9

10 Education and Training Providers Exchange Group Exchange Group operates a national network of Public Library and shopping centre based training centers which deliver a broad range of services into the heart of the community. Our services are available to all but we especially hope to support those who are low skilled, unemployed or considering changing career. The centre offers drop in and use of facilities. Offers a broad range of flexible courses leading to recognised qualifications including free IT, Maths and English courses. Courses available: Maths and English IT (ECDL - European Computer Driving License) BCS Digital Skills Business Skills Customer Service Compliance Unemployed UK and EU citizens aged 19 or over in receipt of the following benefits (Income support, JSA, Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit, ESA ) Do not have a full level 2 qualification, has less than 5 GCSEs (Grade C) Courses are subject to availability and eligibility. Please check eligibility criteria with Exchange Group. Address: St James House, Broadway, West Ealing W13 9BE Telephone: enquiries@exchangegroup.co.uk Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 10

11 Apprenticeship Providers An Apprenticeship is a real job with training so you can earn while you learn and pick up some recognised qualifications as you go. They take between one and four years to complete and cover 1,200 job roles, in a range of industries, from things like engineering to financial advice, veterinary nursing to accountancy. Apprenticeships are a great option if you want to progress to a higher qualification, gain work experience and/or follow a vocational route to University or employment. Benefits include: Earn while you learn Gain work- related qualifications Start a career Improved job security Structured and supported learning Get into the workplace Progress to University There are 3 types of Apprenticeship you can apply for depending on your current skills and qualifications: Intermediate Level Apprenticeship (level 2) Advanced Level Apprenticeship (level 3) Higher Apprenticeship (level 4 or above) If you live in England, are over 16 and not in full time education you can apply. Apprenticeships are an excellent way of learning practical skills whilst earning a wage. Contact: National Careers service Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 11

12 Apprenticeship Providers Acton Training Centre Ltd Apprenticeships offered in: IT Application Specialist intermediate and advanced levels Health and Social Care intermediate and advanced levels Childcare (Children & Young People s Workforce) intermediate and advanced levels Customer Service intermediate and advanced levels Business and Administration intermediate and advanced levels Management intermediate and advanced levels Health Dental Nursing advanced level only Accounting intermediate and advanced levels IT, Software, Web and Telecoms Professionals advanced level only Beauty Therapy intermediate and advanced levels Hospitality and Catering intermediate and advanced levels If you live in England, are over 16 and not in full- time education you can apply. Address: Swarn House, , High Street, Acton, W3 9BJ Telephone: info@atc- uk.com Website: uk.com RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 12

13 Apprenticeship Providers Ealing Hammersmith & West London College Apprenticeships available in: Bench Joinery (Level 2 and 3) Brickwork (Level 2 and 3) Business Administration (Level 2 and 3) Catering (Level 2) Customer Services (Level 2 and 3) Electrical Installation (Level 2) Health and Social Care - Level 2 Motor Vehicle (Level 2) Plastering - solid and fibrous (Level 2 and 3) Plumbing (Level 2 and 3) Set Crafts (Level 2 and 30 Site Carpentry (Level 2 and 3) Wall and Floor Tiling (Level 2 and 3) Security (Level 2)* Hospitality and Catering (Level 2)* Retail (Level 2)* To enter the Apprenticeship training you must be in related employment. If you do not meet this criterion, please call the college to discuss the various options that may be available to you. Address: Gliddon Road, Barons Court, London W14 9BL Telephone: cic@wlc.ac.uk Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 13

14 Apprenticeship Providers Ealing Apprenticeships Ealing s apprenticeship programme has been designed to provide opportunities for young people (aged between 16 and 24). You will work in one of the council's service areas and be expected to work towards a qualification at Level 2 in your first year (equivalent of key stage 4) and Level 3 in your second year (equivalent of 2 A levels). You do not need special skills, work experience or qualifications. But you do need enthusiasm and to be ready and willing to: You will get: develop your skills work to your full potential be a good team member deliver the best possible service to the people and communities of Ealing a one year training contract with an optional second year a generous training allowance work- based learning leading to an apprenticeship qualification a chance to add to and develop your existing skills invaluable work experience at Ealing Council advice on developing your career at Ealing Council or elsewhere Individuals aged between 16 and 24 who live or go to school in Ealing can join Ealing s apprenticeship programme. You should be committed to working in the council and striving to meet the needs of a diverse community and willing to undertake training in a range of skills. apprenticeships@ealing.gov.uk Telephone: Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 14

15 Volunteering Opportunities Are you at the point in life when you don't know what career path to take? Why not gain some work experience by volunteering? Volunteering is open to anyone and everyone regardless of your background or personal circumstances. In Ealing there are a number of volunteer centres that can give you the opportunity to volunteer in a range of different sectors. Volunteering can offer the chance to learn new skills, meet new people, make new friends and play a real part in the life of your local community. Volunteering can also help with: Gaining confidence Improving self- esteem Feeling valued Building up trust Giving you direction and a sense of purpose It can also be a route to employment, or a chance to try something new which may lead to a career change. It gives you an idea of whether you really do want to pursue s a particular career path. Prospective employers also value your experience as much as your qualifications. Volunteering can help you to gain new skills, knowledge and experience; develop existing skills and knowledge; enhance your CV as well as improve your employment prospects. Volunteering also allows you to give something back to an organisation that has helped you in the past either directly or indirectly. RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 15

16 Volunteering Opportunities Ealing Volunteer Centre At Ealing Volunteer Centre we work with hundreds of different charities and community groups in Ealing. Many of these rely heavily on volunteers to provide their services and some are entirely volunteer run. They tell us their volunteering opportunities which we match to potential volunteers. We work with Ealing based charities, community groups and public sector organisations and collate all their information and the different volunteer roles available with them on our database. We will offer you advice about the sort of role that might be the perfect fit for you. If you live, work or study in the borough of Ealing. Address: 63 Mattock Lane, W13 9LA Telephone: Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 16

17 Volunteering Opportunities Ealing Mencap As a volunteer with Ealing Mencap you can work with people with a learning disability; campaign with us for change; fundraise with us; and even take part in decisions about what Ealing Mencap does. Whether you fancy driving for a couple of hours a week to help get our members to the various clubs we run, or take part in supporting the service users in their sessions. We are also in the process of setting up exciting new social enterprise businesses where adults with learning disabilities maintain and manage. You can get involved and help support them! The social enterprise businesses range from Community cafe business, car wash service, flapjack business (making and selling flapjacks), and Market stall (making and selling products on a stall). We re looking for people from all walks of life. Everyone is an individual and everyone can bring something unique to Ealing Mencap. Just a couple of hours a week would be all that we would ask the choice is yours dependent on your own ability to help us. But those few hours could open up a new world for someone with a learning disability. Make a difference today! Address: Ealing Mencap, 173a Uxbridge Road, Hanwell W7 3TH Telephone: Contact: Manpreet Roopra manpreet. Roopra@ealingmencap.org.uk Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 17

18 Employment Support Services Acton Training Centre Employability Skills: Gain an OCR qualification in Employability Skills - Working on the Employability Skills units will help you improve your skills in communication, customer service, team working and taking instructions. The Employability Skills qualifications are available at Entry level 3, and Levels 1 and 2 (QCF). Digital Skills for Work: This two- day IT course will give you a basic working knowledge of: Microsoft Word Using a computer for your job search Search engines Training takes place at one of ATC s West London centres. During the two- day course you will be based in an IT suite with your own individual computer work station. Different teaching techniques will be used to ensure you get the maximum benefit from the course. Job search support will continue for up to 8 weeks after you have completed your IT course. The full two- day course is presented under the following topics: Understanding computers and their uses Introduction to Microsoft Windows Writing a winning CV Setting up a professional account, and using Using the internet and search engines; using the internet on your phone Applying for jobs online To be eligible you must be living in one of the following London boroughs: Ealing, Harrow, or Hammersmith and Fulham. Address: Swarn House, , High Street, Acton, W3 9BJ Telephone: info@atc- uk.com Website: uk.com RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 18

19 Employment Support Services Ealing & Northolt Work Clubs Employment Support available: The Ealing Work Club helps residents to find sustained employment. It will run every Friday from 19 October 2012 on a drop in basis. The Copley close club helps residents to find sustained employment. It runs every Mondays/Tuesday on a drop- in basis. Time: 10am - 15pm The work club is fully equipped with IT and will provide unemployed adult residents with practical advice and support including: help with searching for a job CV building interview techniques help in completing application forms access to vocational training and other education opportunities Anybody living in the borough of Ealing and looking for work is welcome to attend. If you re working for 16 hours a week as a single person or a lone parent, or 24 hours a week as a couple with or without children, you ll avoid the benefits cap. Copley Close Club Address: 187 Copley Close, Hanwell W7 1AZ Northolt Work Club Address: Northolt Library, Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex, UB5 5AS Contact: Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 19

20 Employment Support Services Blue Sky Development & Regeneration Blue Sky Development and Regeneration is a social enterprise that employs ex- offenders and offers them jobs in grounds maintenance, recycling sectors and related areas. Blue Sky Development & Regeneration is a not- for- profit company established by the charity Groundwork Thames Valley. It was set up to give paid work to people coming out of prison, to enable them to move successfully into long- term employment. Blue Sky employs solely ex- offenders in the grounds maintenance and recycling sectors. Address: Unit 1, Morris House, Swainson Road, W3 7UP wl@groundwork.org.uk Telephone: , Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 20

21 Employment Support Services Get Ahead Project The Get Ahead programme has been set up to offer you the added support you need when faced with uncertainty and could make a real change to your future. In addition to access to our adult learning courses, this project can introduce you to voluntary opportunities, work placements and support networks that you may not yet have considered. Support to overcome barriers, improve education, increase job application and career prospects. 1:1 guidance with advisors tailored specifically to your needs and current abilities. Anybody living in the borough of Ealing and looking for work is welcome to attend. Address: Ealing Library, 103 Ealing Broadway Centre, The Broadway, W5 5JY Contact: Diane Hines dhines@ealing.gov.uk Telephone: Contact: Sacha Mullen smullen@ealing.gov.uk Telephone: Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 21

22 Employment Support Services Catalyst Gateway: Catalyst Jobs and Skills Project This project provides intensive one to one employability support and training in key areas such as Maths, English and IT. Along with CV writing workshops, this project will boost confidence, motivate participants and support them to access the world of world. Catalyst Gateway, our project partners, and several other local employers have made a commitment to offer valuable work experience for participants. Together, they will give voluntary work placements, tailored to help the individual to develop in areas they will require for their chosen career path. Employment Support provided: Support job search and CV Skills for Life qualification (Maths, English & IT) Work placements in local companies Employability skills Contact with local employers Intensive support into work All adults aged 18+ who live in Ealing Unemployed and receiving income support, ESA,DLA or PIP Not working at all, not claiming benefits or working less than eight hours a week The Catalyst Jobs and Skills project can also support individuals who have been out of work for longer than 12 months and are not claiming benefits. Address: 1st Floor St James House, The Broadway, West Ealing W13 9BE Telephone: enquiries@catalystgateway.org.uk Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 22

23 Employment Support Services Jobcentre Plus Jobcentre Plus has services, support and funding to help people who are looking to start work or return to work. There are 3 Jobcentre Plus offices in Ealing (Southall, Acton and Ealing). A Jobcentre Plus Adviser can help you: Access a wide range of job vacancies Get funding and advice on training for work Improve your job hunting skills, application and interview techniques Get a 'Better Off' calculation to see whether you would be financially better off in work or on benefits Get advice on benefit entitlements and how to apply Get information about debt management Combined job search and benefits service for people of working age Personal advisers assist with job search activities and benefits claims Access to Job- point terminals for information on job vacancies Advisers can assess your circumstances and find out what support is on offer to help you. Ealing Address: Uxbridge Rd, West Ealing, W13 8RA Telephone: Southall Address: 68 The Broadway, Southall, UB1 1QE Telephone: Acton Address: Armstrong Road, Acton W3 7JL Contact: Telephone: People of working age who are looking for work or claiming benefits. RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 23

24 Employment Support Services The Work Programme The Work Programme is an employment programme to help people into sustainable employment and runs alongside current Jobcentre Plus activity to provide employment support. The programme has a flexible and tailored approach, with individual journeys agreed by the client and an advisor that is assigned to them. Advisors work alongside other organisations which may already be supporting the client to address their barriers, such as drug and alcohol support. It supports the customer to manage their health concerns whilst looking for work The programme provides support with the transition from benefits to wages, to ensure the customer is financially better off in work than on benefits. Once in employment, the Work Programme continues to support the customer with in- work interventions such as, career development, coping with stress and other kinds of information, advice and guidance. Work Programme advisors work with customers throughout their journey into sustained employment, for up to two years. How it can help: Information, advice and guidance CV s and job search Interview skills/ techniques Confidence/ communications skills Financial advice and better off in- work calculations Soft and basic skills Vocational and core skills Work experience, placements and Volunteering Motivational support Support with managing your health Childcare and Housing advice Business start- up support Clients will be referred to the Work Programme via their local Jobcentre Plus office to one of the Prime Contractors nearest office or to one of the companies that work with the Prime Contractors in your area. Some customers such as single parents and those still receiving incapacity benefits will be able to enter the programme on a voluntary basis. RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 24

25 Employment Support Services Work Programme Prime Providers: MAXIMUS Address: 2nd Floor, 84 Uxbridge Rd, Ealing, W13 8RA Local contact: Bernadette Vass Telephone: Website: Regional contact: Claire Fiore Telephone: Ingeus Address: 4th Floor, Exchange Plaza, 58 Uxbridge Road, Ealing W5 2ST Local contact: Judith Gee Telephone: Website: Regional contact: Poppy Charlton Telephone: REED in Partnership Address: 199 The Vale, Acton W3 7QS Local contact: Lubna Bhatti Telephone: Website: Regional contact: Donna Murrell Telephone: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 25

26 Employment Support Services Work Programme Specialist Providers Citizen s Trust Address: 1-2 Craven Road, Ealing W5 2UA Key contact: Jasmine Graver jasmine.graver@the- citizen.info Telephone: Website: Action Acton Address: Crown Street, Acton, London W3 8SB Key contact: Syreeta Bayne syreeta.bayne@actionacton.com Telephone: Website: Urban Futures Address: Britannia House, 1-11 Glenthorne Road, Hammersmith W6 0LH Key contact: Neena Gharu neena.gharu@urbanfutures.org.uk Telephone: Website: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 26

27 Local Labour Market Information Local Picture: Ealing is home to more than 330,000 people, the borough is made up of seven areas: Acton, Ealing, Greenford, Hanwell, Northolt, Perivale and Southall. Ealing is prosperous with around 155,000 people in work and an average household income of 36,000 a year. Ealing has a thriving economy; some 82,000 people are employed in small and medium enterprises. Significant growth has occurred in media, financial and business services. Manufacturing remains a strong element of the economy, focusing on specialist engineering and processing (particularly printing and food). London Borough of Ealing Map Sub Region: West London is one of the most economically active areas of London with a vibrant local economy where blue- chip international conglomerates sit comfortably alongside a mix of urban and suburban residential communities. Strategically located between Heathrow Airport and Central London, the six Boroughs that make up West London (Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon and Hounslow) are home to 1.4 million people and a workforce of 750,000. The area boasts the world's busiest airport, Heathrow and Europe's largest industrial estate, Park Royal. West London contributes some 27 billion a year to the UK economy. After the tourism sector, the public sector is the main employer in West London, around per cent of the district's workforce is employed within the fields of public administration, health and education. Source: advice.monster.co.uk RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 27

28 Local Labour Market Information Local Vacancies and Main Employers Sector Manufacturing: Public Administration, Education & Health: Media, Film & TV Communications, Transport, Logistics etc. Employers AMT Coffee, Bestway, JRS Asian Foods, Bakkavör Group/Katsouris Fresh Foods, McVities, The Tetley Group, United Biscuits, Noon Products Ltd, Walkers, Coca- Cola, Diageo, Hazelwood Foods, Gate Gourmet and GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Ealing Hospital NHS Trust, West London Mental Health Trust, Thames Valley University, Ealing Hammersmith and West London College, Charring Cross Hospital Ealing Studios, BBC, BSkyB, JC Decaux, Walt Disney, Harper- Collins, Random House Books, British Marketing Research Bureau and Carillion TNS Global, TNT Post, Carphone Warehouse, NEC, Ultra Electronics, Sunrise Radio, Initial Security Ltd, MW Kellogg Ltd, Heathrow Airport, CISCO, Dunnhumby, Westfield and Brent Cross. Current skills required by employers: Literacy/ use of English Numeracy Competence in IT Employability skills communication, team working etc. Self- management skills Customer awareness Source: CBI Education & Skills Survey 2012 Skills needed by employers in the future: Leadership Management skills Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) skills Foreign language skills Source: CBI Education & Skills Survey 2012 RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 28

29 Local Labour Market Information Employment Trends The table below shows the top ten vacancies notified by occupation in Ealing that are on the increase in 2012 compared to the previous year: OCCUPATION : Care assistants and home carers 537 1, : Marketing associate professionals 112 1, : Postal workers, mail sorters, messengers, couriers 630 1, : Van drivers 843 1, : Bus and coach drivers : Other goods handling and storage occupations : Housekeepers and related occupations : Hotel and accommodation managers : Road sweepers : Heavy goods vehicle drivers 1,181 1, Table 1.1 Increase in Ealing JCP notified vacancies ( ) Source: ONS The table below shows top ten vacancies notified by occupation in Ealing that have declined in 2012 compared to the same period in 2011: OCCUPATION : Packers, bottlers, canners, fillers : Collector salespersons and credit agents : Sales representatives : Sales related occupations : Cleaners, domestics : Filing and other records assistants/clerks : Bricklayers, masons : Marketing and sales managers : Motor mechanics, auto engineers : Garage managers and proprietors Table 1.2 Decrease in Ealing JCP notified vacancies ( ) Source: ONS RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 29

30 Local Labour Market Information Top 10 notified vacancies to Ealing Jobcentre Plus The table below displays the top 10 vacancies notified by occupation to Jobcentre Plus offices in Ealing (Acton, Southall and Ealing JCP offices) in the month of October OCCUPATION VACANCIES 1: Postal workers, mail sorters, messengers, couriers 784 2: Hotel and accommodation managers 301 3: Housekeepers and related occupations 299 4: Care assistants and home carers 193 5: Van drivers 148 6: Heavy goods vehicle drivers 122 7: Marketing associate professionals 115 8: Cleaners, domestics 54 9: Storage and warehouse managers 50 10: Sales representatives 47 Table 2.1 Top 10 Ealing JCP notified vacancies (Oct 12) Source: ONS The table below displays the top 10 vacancies notified by occupation to Jobcentre Plus offices in Ealing (Acton, Southall and Ealing JCP offices) in the whole of OCCUPATION VACANCIES 1: Care assistants and home carers 1,503 2: Heavy goods vehicle drivers 1,396 3: Postal workers, mail sorters, messengers, couriers 1,292 4: Van drivers 1,197 5: Marketing associate professionals 1,034 6: Other goods handling and storage occupations n.e.c : Sales representatives 678 8: Bus and coach drivers 607 9: Sales and retail assistants : Labourers in building and woodworking trades 305 Table 2.2 Top 10 Ealing JCP notified vacancies (2012) Source: ONS RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 30

31 Local Labour Market Information Top 10 notified vacancies to Jobcentre Plus West London District The table below displays the top 10 vacancies notified by occupation to Jobcentre Plus offices in West London (Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon and Hounslow JCP offices) in the month of October OCCUPATION WEST LONDON 1: Postal workers, mail sorters, messengers, couriers 1,243 2: Care assistants and home carers 1,220 3: Cleaners, domestics 1,001 4: Marketing associate professionals 548 5: Sales and retail assistants 529 6: Heavy goods vehicle drivers 393 7: Van drivers 340 8: Sales representatives 332 9: Housekeepers and related occupations : General office assistants/clerks 317 Table 3.1 Top 10 West London JCP notified vacancies (Oct 2012) Source: ONS The table below displays the top 10 vacancies notified by occupation to Jobcentre Plus offices in West London (Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon and Hounslow JCP offices) in the whole of OCCUPATION WEST LONDON 1: Care assistants and home carers 8,593 2: Sales representatives 5,719 3: Cleaners, domestics 5,499 4: Heavy goods vehicle drivers 4,905 5: Postal workers, mail sorters, messengers, couriers 4,219 6: Marketing associate professionals 4,092 7: Sales and retail assistants 3,997 8: Van drivers 3,378 9: Labourers in building and woodworking trades 3,130 10: Security guards and related occupations 2,709 Table 3.1 Top 10 West London JCP notified vacancies (2012) Source: ONS RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 31

32 Useful Information Twining Enterprises Vocational and employment support for people with mental health needs. Address: 84 Uxbridge Rd, EALING W13 8RA Telephone: Business Futures Support for clients with real business propositions to help make it a reality. Contact: Michael Locke michael.locke@urbanfutures.org.uk Telephone: Prince s Trust Enterprise Self- employment programme for unemployed young people aged Telephone: Do- it Search and find local volunteering opportunities in your area. Website: it.org.uk National Careers Service Free advice on local courses, learning, training, jobs and careers. Telephone: RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 32

33 About RISE Recovery Interventions Service Ealing (RISE) is an integrated end- to- end drug treatment and recovery service which offers a wide range of pharmacological and psychosocial interventions to Ealing residents 18 years and over, their families and significant others who are experiencing difficulties with their drug or alcohol use. RISE is a consortium, led by CRI, and includes Central and North West London NHS Mental Health Trust (CNWL), EACH, Ealing Drug alcohol action team and three service user- led organisations: Intuitive Recovery, Build on Belief (BoB) and The Small Business Consultancy. For more information contact or ealing@cri.org.uk. RISE: EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY (November 2013) 33