Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan April 2013 May 2013 1
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Youth Employment Group Orkney s Youth Employment Activity Plan Introduction The Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan is based on local partnership delivery arrangements, including key contacts for local provision and details on referral routes for 16+ opportunities. This Activity Plan is therefore a working document for use by partners and it is not a strategy. This document will be reviewed at least every six months by the Employability Strategic Group. In times of recession youth unemployment tends to rise quickly and takes time to return to previous rates. The downturn following the global credit crunch of 2008 has been no exception. The impact on young people s employment prospects since 2008 have been acute across Scotland with young people having found it increasingly harder to move into sustained employment. In line with the vast majority of local authority areas in Scotland, youth unemployment rates in Orkney have been steadily rising over the past four years. However, unemployment rates in Orkney have remained amongst the lowest in Scotland, with 4.2% of 18-24 year olds claiming Jobseekers Allowance compared to the national average of 6.2% (December 2012). 3
Opportunities for All Addressing youth unemployment is a key priority of the Scottish Government key and this was demonstrated in December 2011 with the appointment of Angela Constance, the Minister for Youth Employment. This was the first appointment of its kind in the UK. Ms Constance launched Opportunities for All in April 2012 which is an explicit commitment to young people in Scotland that offers a place in learning or training to every 16-19 year old not currently in employment, education or training. This unprecedented commitment ensures that all young people have the opportunity to improve their chances of sustainable employment through learning or training. It also ensures that the post-16 system focuses on supporting those at risk of disengaging and those who have already done so. Youth Employment Strategy Following the launch of Opportunities for All, the Scottish Government published Scotland s Youth Employment Strategy in June 2012 detailing their commitment to providing more opportunities for young people. The Strategy describes ways in which those working with young people can contribute to increasing youth employment: http://www.scotland.gov.uk/resource/0039/00396371.pdf The Youth Contract The Youth Contract (http://www.dwp.gov.uk/youth-contract) was introduced by the Government in April 2012 to provide additional support, worth almost 1 billion, to young unemployed people over the next three years. The Youth Contract builds on existing support to provide young people with more intensive adviser support and work experience, as well as providing employers with wage incentives and apprenticeship grants to encourage them to recruit young people. The Youth Contract Offer The DWP-led elements of the Youth Contract which are now available include: 160,000 wage incentives worth up to 2,275 each, for employers who recruit an 18-24 year-old from the Work Programme or Jobcentre Plus; An extra 250,000 work experience places, including those that offer training and guaranteed interviews, ensuring that there is an offer of a place for every 18 to 24 year-old who wants one, before they enter the Work Programme. 4
Youth Employment in Orkney In Orkney, the Community Planning thematic group, the Employability Strategic Group (ESG), was established five years ago and works in partnership to positively impact on those who experience barriers to employment. Membership of the group includes representation from Orkney Islands Council, Skills Development Scotland, JobCentre Plus, Employability Orkney, Orkney College as well as private and voluntary sector organisations. In October 2012, the ESG agreed that a sub-group should be established to focus specifically on Youth Employment. Members of the Youth Employment sub-group have established strong working relationships and are committed to developing and embedding Orkney s Youth Employment Activity Plan. Issues affecting youth employment in Orkney 1. Skills of those without a job Young people find it increasingly difficult to obtain a job as they haven t obtained relevant experience in a workplace. Examples of the difficulties and challenges that young people have to overcome in this respect are: Labourer jobs employers require that the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card is obtained before working on site. Hospitality opportunities and work placements are difficult to obtain due to the seasonality of the jobs. Limited opportunities for employment even for those with particular skills e.g. Sea Tickets holders, IT skilled. Cleaning jobs requirement for experienced workers who can work under own initiative. Lack of interview skills can be a barrier to obtaining a job. 2. Particular concentrations of unemployment Feedback from partners and employers has identified areas where there are particular concentrations of unemployment. Examples are: Construction young people seeking labourer jobs employers are seeking skilled tradesmen. This could indicate that there is a lack of apprenticeship posts or skilled tradesmen are leaving Orkney. Orkney College will be offering a full time NC Construction course in 2013-14. Young people who may require additional support are finding there are limited opportunities, for example young people on the autistic spectrum, within the care system, those with learning difficulties/disabilities and physical disabilities, Young people who reside on the outer Isles find it difficult to secure employment or attend education / training due to travelling and accommodation issues. 5
3. Barriers that people face getting into work Lack of skills/experience for the post they are applying for. The formal interview processes, particularly for those with low self-esteem and/or learning difficulties, can be very challenging for the young person. There is a lack of job coaching facilities to help sustain young people in employment. Due to new regulations posts within the Care sector now require qualifications. Transport accessibility, timetabling and costs Debt debt recovery issues once employment is secured Digital jobsearch/applications and skills expected by employers and recruitment agencies, which can be difficult for applicants. Renewables many young people are interested in this sector but are unaware of the requirements and what jobs types may be created as the industry develops further Possible pre-conceptions of employers about young peoples motivation, attitude and ability to do the job. 6
Strategic Priorities The Strategic priorities that have been identified by the Youth Employment Sub Group to address the issues above are: Raise awareness of the service offered by the Employment Engagement Worker Identify and raise awareness of the skills required by local employers. Identify gaps and overlaps in services and provision. Improve access to data and improve data analysis. Improve the coherence of all Orkney agencies means of addressing the issue of youth unemployment, and how this is communicated to young people. Improve Orkney Islands Council s performance as a socially responsible employer, corporate parent and role model for other employers in Orkney through increased opportunities for work experience, modern apprenticeships and graduate trainee placements. Improve communication of employability/training options and schemes with young people and their parents/caregivers. These priorities will be included in a strategic Youth Employment Activity Plan, created by the Youth Employment sub-group, which will be monitored by the Employability Strategic Group. 7
About Orkney s Youth Employment Activity Plan This directory of youth employment opportunities has been developed by local partners as a reference guide for practitioners working with young people (aged 16-24). As well as providing a reference for the range of programmes available, the guide also includes potential progression routes and should allow practitioners to identify longer term goals as well as immediate options. The guide is arranged to correspond with the pipeline approach to skills and employability as referenced in Scottish Government s Youth Employment Strategy. This model is characterised by five stages which is useful when considering the range of support required for different groups of young people on the journey toward and into sustained employment. However, it is important to be aware that people progress at different rates and it is not always essential to move through every stage of the pipeline. It is vital that each young person starts at the stage of the pipeline that is suitable for them and that they are supported to progress through a route toward an outcome which works for them as individuals. About the Pipeline Stages Stage 1 Referral / Initial Engagement Stage 1 interventions are designed for our most vulnerable young people. Many young people experience disrupted school education for a wide range of reasons. This may result in poor educational outcomes; a significant disadvantage in the labour market, irrespective of economic conditions. Re-engagement with education and training for this group is a critical step in the route to sustained employment. Such re-engagement often requires a wide ranging package of intensive, often prolonged, support tailored to the needs of the individual. Stage 2 Barrier Removal At this stage, young people still require a significant level of support to help them to remain engaged and move forward in terms of meeting their educational, skills, personal and social development needs. Stage 3 Vocational Activity / Non-Advanced Further Education Stage 3 programmes have a specific employability focus and are usually designed for young people who are close to the labour market but require to brush up on their general employability skills, develop some sector specific skills and potentially gain some work experience of the workplace. It may be appropriate for a young person to progress from one stage 3 intervention to another depending on the specialism of the particular programmes. Stage 4 Employment / Advanced Further Education Programmes at this stage are designed for young people who are job ready and require support to access appropriate employment. Stage 5 In Work Support / Aftercare Even after a young person has found a job, continued support for them and their employer can be critical to ensure they sustain employment. 8
Orkney Youth Employability Skills Pipeline Page 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare 11 13 15 17 18 19 21 23 25 27 28 29 31 32 33 35 37 39 Pathways to Independence Orkney College Skills Development Scotland Careers Service The Learning Link JobCentre Plus The Youth Contract JobCentre Plus Various Programmes Connect Project Lifeskills Centre Services OC - Prep for Progression OIC Disability Services Orkney College Short Courses Orkney College Stepping Stones Orkney College NC Courses Modern Apprenticeships SDS - The Employability Fund Orkney College - The Employability Fund Lifeskills Centre - The Employability Fund Operation Employability Employability Orkney SDS Careers Service 41 43 VAO Youth Development SCVO Orkney Blide Trust - Clubhouse 45 Funding Advice 49 Index 50 Acronym Reference Guide 9
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Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Orkney College and St Colms-Orkney Health and Care (OHAC) Pathways to Independence Contact Kathleen Stout Orkney College UHI East Road Kirkwall KW15 1LX Tel: 01856 569270 Email: Kathleen.stout@uhi.ac.uk Pipeline Stages 1 Target Groups Young people that require support to develop independent living skills Delivery Location(s) Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes Orkney Health and Care Education, Leisure & Housing, OIC SDS Likely Progression Routes Orkney College Overall Beneficiary Numbers Programme Start Dates 8 Two year programme with a start every two years Programme Outline This course will focus on the development of practical core skills for independent living within a task centred approach. The course includes:- Tutorials Communication for Independence Numbers for Everyday Situations ICT (Technology) Getting to Know Your Community and the Resources within it Horticulture Cooking for Healthy Eating Art and Design/Practical Home Making Skills Healthy Lifestyles Joinery skills/diy Work/volunteering tasters Personal and Social support will be provided by OHAC if required 11
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Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 4 Employment / / Advanced FE FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Contact Skills Development Scotland 2 Albert Street Kirkwall KW15 1HP Tel: 01856 872460 Email: kirkwall@sds.co.uk Pipeline Stages Funding Operating Period 1 2 and 5 Target Groups All age Referral Sources & Processes Self referral Guidance Teacher Parent/guardian Social Worker Criminal Justice Worker Homeless Team Jobcentre Plus Delivery Location(s) Likely Progression Routes SDS office Secondary School Junior High Schools Community based delivery when required Overall Beneficiary Numbers Uncapped Programme Start Dates N/A 13
Programme Outline Having a career or job that you love depends upon much more than simply being in the right place at the right time. Skills Development Scotland is here to provide you with all of the advice and guidance necessary to get the right job or develop your career. Whether you're at the stage of choosing subjects at school, selecting training, furthering your education, deciding upon a career or managing your career, we can help you to uncover new opportunities to fulfil your potential. This can be done by accessing our services by: Face to Face Careers Advice Careers Advisers* can provide you with guidance on the training and skills necessary to open the door to the job or career that's right for you. Whether you're just starting out or looking to make a career change, our career development guidance and handy tools can help you to work out which career would suit you best Personal Advisers* support individuals of all ages to review their career management and employability skills and assist them in accessing jobs, training and learning opportunities including individuals in 16+ Learning Choices Group. The Personal Adviser will provide career and learning information and advice and make onward referral to other colleagues and partner agencies. Key Workers* A Key Worker will target young people, generally between the ages of 16 and 19, who are unemployed and who face specific barriers to employment or who are at risk of disengaging. *NB: These job roles are currently under negotiation and may be subject to change. My World of Work: www.my worldofwork.co.uk My World of Work is our online service to help people plan, build and direct their career throughout their lives. It contains valuable information and tools to help people get a job and develop their career. 1. My Strengths 2. My CV 3. My DNA 4. My Interview 5. Careers A-Z 6. Job Search 7. Course Choices 14
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation 1, St Rognvald Street, Kirkwall KW15 2PR Pipeline Stages Initial referral via agency or self-referral Interview Tutor assigned and work on Individual Learning Plan (ILP) Work towards learners goals Achieve goals and sign post learner to next stage work, further/higher learning, etc. Target Groups Not sure we have target groups Delivery Location(s) Pier Art Centre Stromness Town House Stromness The Learning Link and other suitable quiet rooms which can be sourced throughout the county and the isles Overall Beneficiary Numbers Uncapped. Contact Co-ordinator: Pattie Hartley Support Worker: Robin Jamieson-Caley Support Worker: Chrissie Matthews Admin: Linda Copland Phone: 879200 Email: patricia.hartley@thelearninglink.org.uk Linda.copland@thelearninglink.org.uk Chrissie.matthews@thelearninglink.org.uk Robin.caley@thelearninglink.org.uk Funding Operating Period ESOL funding is tendered on a yearly basis Adult Literacies is government funded via OIC general fund Referral Sources & Processes Adult Learners are referred from: Social Work Connect Local employers Skills Development Scotland Jobcentre Plus Employability Lifeskills Centre Orkney College A large number of our learners refer themselves see pipeline stages Likely Progression Routes Further/Higher education New/better jobs Apprenticeships Training Learners can gain SQA qualifications at The Learning Link Programme Start Dates N/A 15
Programme Outline We run very specific programmes for targeted groups for example a six week skills workshops for Jobcentre Plus clients. What normally happens is we assess learners needs on an individual /small group basis and with their ILPs we are able to tailor a programme of work for individual learners goals. A learner is with us until they have achieved their personal goals however long that takes there are no set time periods for achieving these goals. We also now offer SQA accreditation in Core Skills up to level 4, and ESOL qualifications in SQA Access 2 and 3. 16
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation THE YOUTH CONTRACT Contact Rhona Shearer JobCentre Plus Tankerness Lane Kirkwall KW15 1AQ Tel: 01856 885315 Email: rhona.shearer@dwp.gsi.gov.uk Pipeline Stages Funding Operating Period 1-4 Ongoing Target Groups Jobseekers aged 16-24 Referral Sources & Processes Referrals through JobcentrePlus Adviser Delivery Location(s) JobcentrePlus, Lifeskills, Orkney College, Likely Progression Routes Training & Employment Overall Beneficiary Numbers Various Programme Start Dates Ongoing eligibility based on individual circumstances and length of time unemployed. Programme Outline The Youth Contract is a range of additional help to ensure that every unemployed young person who needs support will get it. Some elements of the Individual elements include: Adviser Support, The Wage Incentive, Work Experience, Sector Based Work Academies, Guaranteed Interview, Pre-employment Training, Work Clubs, and Work Together. 17
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation VARIOUS PROGRAMMES Contact Rhona Shearer JobCentre Plus Tankerness Lane Kirkwall KW15 1AQ Tel: 01856 885315 Email: rhona.shearer@dwp.gsi.gov.uk Pipeline Stages Funding Operating Period 1 4 Ongoing Target Groups Jobseekers aged 16-24 Referral Sources & Processes Referrals through JobcentrePlus Adviser Delivery Location(s) JobcentrePlus, Lifeskills, Orkney College, Voluntary Action Orkney Likely Progression Routes Training & Employment Overall Beneficiary Numbers Various Programme Start Dates Ongoing eligibility based on individual circumstances and length of time unemployed. Programme Outline Referrals to appropriate agencies or provision depending on claimant need. Action Plans agreed with all claimants to agree and map progression. Programmes include Adviser Support, JobcentrePlus Support Contract, Training for Work, Work Programme, Work Clubs, Volunteering, ILA funding, Work Trials. 18
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan Engaged 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Voluntary Action Orkney Connect Project Contact Lindsey Johnson Project Co-ordinator Connect Project Voluntary Action Orkney 6 Bridge Street Kirkwall KW15 1HR Tel: 01856 872897 Email: lindsey.johnson@vaorkney.org.uk or enquiries@vaorkney.org.uk Pipeline Stages Funding Operating Period 1-2 (but actually supports all 5 stages) Target Groups 16-19 year olds 15+ on amended timetables from mainstream school. Referral Sources & Processes Referrals made from- Skills Development Scotland Kirkwall Grammar School Stromness Academy Job Centre Plus Social Services Criminal Justice Service Employability Orkney Orkney College Third Sector support agencies Lifeskills Centres Self-Referral Referral forms available from Project Coordinator. All referrals will be offered an interview with project Co-ordinator. Delivery Location(s) Connect Project Voluntary Action Orkney 6 Bridge Street Kirkwall KW15 1HR Likely Progression Routes Get Ready For Work Further Education/Training Employment. Outreach work available 19
Overall Beneficiary Numbers Programme Start Dates 20 per year Rolling programme - contact Lindsey Johnson about start dates. Programme Outline Connect offers 16-19 year old young people in the MCMC category up to one year s flexible and individualised training programme, through one to one, group work and community involvement, to allow them to make a positive progression on to their next steps. Young people will be supported to develop with staff an Individual Learning Plan that will highlight personal strengths, barriers and future plans and then each young person will be supported to meet these targets within their ILP. Young people will be encouraged to develop soft skills such as motivation, confidence, self-esteem, communication skills, team work, independent living skills, healthy lifestyles and employability skills. During their time at Connect young people will have the opportunity to gain both formal and informal qualifications and develop transferable skills from volunteering in the local community. Young people will participate in both one to one and group employability sessions covering, work readiness, behaviour expected at work, job search, job analysis, CV s, application forms, interview prep/techniques etc. Young people will also have the opportunity to visit local employers to discuss the local job market and employers expectations of employees. Towards the end of their programme young people will be encouraged and supported to gain a work placement in a relevant and appropriate setting. 20
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan Engaged 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Pipeline Stages Employability Fund Work Programme JHP Support Contract New Enterprise Allowance ILAs Target Groups Unemployed all ages ILA for all eligible over 16s Delivery Location(s) Lifeskills Centre, Kirkwall Work placements Other training providers as required Overall Beneficiary Numbers 25 Employability Fund WP approx 70 per year - As referred by JCP 12 per month (referred by JCP) NEA as referred by JCP ILAs - approx 40 per year Contact Andee Fraser Lifeskills 2 West Tankerness Lane KW15 1AL Tel 01856 873582 Funding Operating Period N/A Referral Sources & Processes By referrals Self-referral or as agreed with advisors Likely Progression Routes Into work, further training/education. Programme Start Dates As per referral by JCP, SDS, OIC, and others Programme Outline Lifeskills offers a variety of training & support opportunities which can be accessed by referrals from partners such as JCP, SDS, OIC. We provide intensive vocational training, with work placements if appropriate, support for work readiness, including CV, jobsearch, applications and interview skills. We support clients to achieving vocational qualifications, using ILAs We facilitate Modern Apprenticeships in a variety of occupations, mainly concentrating on the retail and business & administration areas of employment. We support applicants for the New Enterprise Allowance by advising on business plans, cash flows, etc. In this area we work closely with Business Gateway. 21
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Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Preparation for Progression course Contact Kathryn Sclater Orkney College UHI East Road Kirkwall KW15 1LX Tel: 01856 569275 Email: Kathryn.sclater@uhi.ac.uk Pipeline Stages 2 Target Groups 16-18 Young people who are not ready for a specific vocational course or employment. The main focus is on personal, social and vocational development. Delivery Location(s) Orkney College Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes SDS Secondary Schools Likely Progression Routes Other FE courses or other training organisations Overall Beneficiary Numbers Up to 8 students per year Programme Start Dates August each year Programme Outline Preparation for Progression endeavours to build on existing strengths and develop vocational skills. The course involves a general timetable that accommodates a wide range of skills and interests. The timetable includes the core skills of communication, information technology and numeracy. Students will also study art and design, hospitality, environmental studies, local studies, undertake a Business Enterprise and study the world of work. The course is run over 1 academic year with students attending 3 days a week over 34 weeks. 23
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Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation St.Colm s Day Service Orkney Islands Council Contact Orkney Islands Council School Place Kirkwall KW15 1NY Su Dutton Tel: 01856 873535 ext. 2682 Susan.dutton@orkney.gov.uk or Alison Bews Tel: 01856 873217 Alison.bews@orkney.gov.uk Pipeline Stages 2-3 Target Groups Social Work & St.Colm s Day Service staff encourage people aged 16-18 onwards encouraging work experience, voluntary work, paid work as appropriate. The service liaises with college and other agencies to offer voluntary placements/student placements and work experience to people undertaking courses in a social care and health field from aged 16 onwards. Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes Social work assessment of need includes education and occupation. College/school/third sector agency staff contact is made directly with the Senior day centre officer at St.Colm s or Keelylang to arrange placements/work experience. Work with young people aged 16-18 onwards in schools to provide work experience for school pupils and this could be extended in the right circumstances. Young people with learning disabilities are supported to attend Orkney College. Delivery Location(s) St.Colm s Day Service Orkney College Various locations Likely Progression Routes Referral to Employment Worker/Job Coach, Employability. Other agencies e.g. Connect/Orkney Soap Company. Access to paid employment or placement/work experience. 25
Overall Beneficiary Numbers Programme Start Dates Ongoing Programme Outline Individual person centred plans details individual outcomes and how these will be achieved. 26
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Various Short Courses Contact Dorothy Learmonth Orkney College UHI East Road Kirkwall KW15 1LX Tel: 01856 569203 Email: Dorothy.Learmonth@uhi.ac.uk Pipeline Stages 2-4 Target Groups For any client that short course training would support them to gain employment Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes Self-Referral Jobcentre Plus Delivery Location(s) Orkney College Likely Progression Routes Overall Beneficiary Numbers Programme Start Dates Variety of start dates over the academic year Programme Outline There are a variety of short courses that could be useful for supporting clients into employment including:- Basic First Aid Food Hygiene Manual Handling One Course Fits All (Food Hygiene, Health and Safety and Customer Care) Service Assured ECDL and Beginners Computing are also available through Open Learning. 27
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Stepping Stones Programme Contact Mandy Smith Orkney College UHI East Road Kirkwall KW15 1LX Tel: 01856 569240 Email: mandy.smith@uhi.ac.uk Pipeline Stages 3-4 Target Groups 16-18 This course is designed for students who already have a good level of academic qualifications, usually 4 or more intermediate 1qualifications or above but who don t know what to do, with these qualifications? Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes SDS Guidance and Pastoral Care Staff Delivery Location(s) Orkney College Overall Beneficiary Numbers Up to 10 students per year Likely Progression Routes Other subject specific Further Education Courses Employment Programme Start Dates August Programme Outline The course will involve students experiencing a variety of subject areas, through project based learning which will provide a variety of creative and practical activities. The course will also provide the opportunity to achieve useful academic qualifications. Work experience is included in the course, so that the students can experience the world of work. The course is run over 1 academic year with students attending 3 days a week over 17 weeks. In semester 2 the students will attend college for 3 days a week and work placement for 1 day a week. 28
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation National Certificate Courses and SVQ Programmes:- IT Care Art & Design Hospitality Construction Brickwork Agriculture Health & Social Care Pipeline Stages 3-4 Target Groups School Leavers Delivery Location(s) Orkney College Overall Beneficiary Numbers Normally 10-12 in each course Contact Linda Russell Orkney College UHI East Road Kirkwall KW15 1LX Tel: 01856 569000 Email: linda.russell@uhi.ac.uk Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes SDS Guidance and Pastoral Care Staff Likely Progression Routes Further Training or Employment Programme Start Dates August every year (SVQ Health and Social Care normally a January start) Programme Outline Most of the above courses/programmes consist of time in College and Work Placement. They can be funded through Local Authority Bursaries or Skills Development Scotland. 29
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Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Contact Doreen Rendall Skills Development Scotland 2 Albert Street Kirkwall KW15 1HP Tel: 01856 872460 Email: Doreen.rendall@sds.co.uk www.myworldofwork.co.uk www.providercentral.org.uk Our Services National Training Programmes Modern Apprenticeships Pipeline Stages 3-4 Target Groups 16 24 years Delivery Location(s) Employer based Overall Beneficiary Numbers Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes Likely Progression Routes Employment Programme Start Dates Rolling Programme Programme Outline Modern Apprenticeships are open to anyone aged 16 or over who lives in Scotland and wishes to work towards industry recognised accreditation. Modern Apprenticeships are available in a wide range of sectors and offer individuals training as a craftsperson or for a technical or managerial role whilst in paid employment. 31
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation The Employability Fund Pipeline Stages 3-4 Contact Skills Development Scotland 2 Albert Street Kirkwall Orkney KW15 1HP Tel: (01856) 872460 Email: kirkwall@sds.co.uk Funding Operating Period Target Groups 16 17 year olds who are not in Education Employment or Training and who are not in receipt of benefit ( 55 per week allowance) 18 24 year olds who have been unemployed for up to nine months (benefit or bursary payment) Referral Sources & Processes Referrals can be made by: SDS Community, Learning & Development at OIC Orkney College Employability Fund Training Providers Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) (Key role of referring organisation is to confirm eligibility, referral is based on assessment to appropriate stage) Delivery Location(s) Orkney College Life Skills Central Ltd Overall Beneficiary Numbers Total for Orkney = 60 places for 16-24year olds Likely Progression Routes Modern Apprenticeship Employment Further Education Programme Start Dates Orkney College: June, Sep, Jan, Apr Life Skills Central: Contact Life Skills direct Programme Outline The Employability Fund replaces: Get Ready for Work, the New College Learning Programme, Training for Work. 32
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Orkney College Employability Programme stage 3 and 4 Contact Iain Wilkie Orkney College UHI East Road Kirkwall KW15 1LX Tel: 01856 569000 Email: iain.wilkie@uhi.ac.uk Pipeline Stages 3/4 Target Groups 16-17, 20-24 & 25+ Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes SDS, DWP, Local Authority and College 3)Young people who are nearly ready for employment but unsure of the best type of job or career for them. The course better prepares the young person for entering the world of work, further training or further education. 4) Unemployed people who are also unsure of the path they would like to take and those who need vocational training to help them secure employment. Delivery Location(s) Orkney College Overall Beneficiary Numbers 20 students per year 10 students per year Likely Progression Routes Employment Further training Full time FE or HE Programme Start Dates Stage 3 4 Intakes Stage 4 Rolling Programme 33
Programme Outline Stage 3 of the National SDS training programme allows young people to have the chance to improve time management and problem solving along with development of other soft skills. The young people will have the opportunity to try different types of employment through two to four week work placements over the usual 12 week programme. The Programme supports young people to improve their letter writing, numeracy and IT skills as well as the opportunity to produce a CV as well as completing the Employability Award, and other appropriate certificated qualifications Stage 4 of the National SDS Training Programme allows those that are unemployed and aged 20+ the opportunity to undertake and complete vocational training within specific industries as dictated by the local job market. Completing short courses delivered across the country will allow trainees to approach employers whilst holding an industry specific qualification thus making them more employable. Training in stage four will never run for longer than two weeks and will be delivered as a when required. 34
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Contact John MacLellan 01595695026 Andee Fraser 01856873582 Life Skills Central Ltd Employability Fund Pipeline Stages Stages 3 and 4 Target Groups 16-17 year old 18-24 year old 25+ Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes SDS SDS and JCP JCP Referrals can also come from OIC and colleges or other training providers Delivery Location(s) Life Skill Centre Likely Progression Routes Employment, College or Training Work Placements Other Training Providers Overall Beneficiary Numbers Programme Start Dates 25 21/05/13 Programme Outline Stage 3 Maximum of 4 weeks intensive training in centre Work placements up to up to F/T Possibly back into centre to complete qualification 21 hours per week Stage 4 Maximum of 2 weeks training eg short courses Full time placements up o 6 weeks Extensions depending on client and employer 35
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Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Operation Employability Pipeline Stages 3 and 4 Target Groups Working with a variety of people who face barriers to employment for example, people with mental health issues, little or no work experience, low confidence, disabilities, additional support needs, lone parents, alcohol and drug misuse and people with criminal records. Delivery Location(s) Anywhere in Orkney Contact Karen Currie Tel. 01856 885300 Mob. 07857813211 Email karen.currie1@dwp.gsi.gov.uk Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes Referrals received from: Jobcentre Plus Employability Orkney Lifeskills SDS Orkney College Connect Project Orkney Blide Trust Likely Progression Routes Employment Overall Beneficiary Numbers Programme Start Dates 120 Ongoing Programme Outline The Employment Support Worker will work closely with all the partners involved in the Employability Strategy Group in order to build effective working links and meet the employer engagement needs of the group s members. To engage with employers to determine their labour market expectations as well as the support they expect from the various partners and report findings back to the Employability Strategic Group (ESG) within the Orkney Community Planning Partnership. Working closely with the Job Centre Plus (JCP), also making contact with a range of employers and trying to develop meaningful relationships with several key businesses with a view to securing employment opportunities. 37
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Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Employability Orkney Contact Amy Thomson, Supported Employment Manager Tel: 01856 876605 Email: amy@employabilityorkney.co.uk Pipeline Stages 3 and 4 Target Groups Working with people who face barriers to employment, they must be out of work for 6 months or longer, they must not be in touch with job seeking services and must have low confidence, self-esteem and have little skills and experience. Delivery Location(s) Within Employability and Restart Orkney s projects, these include: Reception, Admin, E-commerce, Workshop/Warehouse, Van Assistants, and Retail and yards person posts. Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes JCP Likely Progression Routes Employment Overall Beneficiary Numbers Programme Start Dates 84 Every 6 months, for next 3 years Programme Outline Employability Orkneys service is a unique service to Orkney, and therefore is a crucial service to encourage people to find sustainable and secure paid employment opportunities. By offering both paid and voluntary 6 month posts within Employability Orkney and Restart Orkney projects we are helping people to learn new skills, gain experience along with increasing confidence and self-esteem. People find themselves developing better routines, and a feeling of self-worth. The Employment Support Workers and the Voluntary Work Placement Co-ordinators roles are to ensure each individual walks away with realistic goals, a CV and hopefully a new mainstream job at the end of the 6 month post. In addition whilst being supported by us we are able to work closely with the Employment Engagement Worker to secure work placements in sectors that may be more aligned with the clients specific job goals. 39
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Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Voluntary Action Orkney Youth Development Pipeline Stages Stages 3,4 and 5 Contact Brian Cromarty / Laura Leonard Voluntary Action Orkney Anchor Buildings 6 Bridge Street Kirkwall Orkney KW15 1HR Tel: 01856 872897 Funding Operating Period Ongoing Target Groups Young people in Orkney (Age12-25) Delivery Location(s) Throughout Orkney Referral Sources & Processes Schools Own Youth clubs Social work College JCP SDS Life Skills Connect Likely Progression Routes Higher Education Further Education Employment Overall Beneficiary Numbers Programme Start Dates c.220 young people registered May 2013 Ongoing 41
Programme Outline Volunteering is a fantastic addition to your CV. Your free time can help you learn new skills to build towards a career. It can help you to gain in confidence and is a great opportunity to make new friends, expand your network, and boost your social skills. Volunteering also means you re connecting with the community - by helping others and taking part, you can make Orkney a better place to live. VAO can support you in all aspects of volunteering; we will help you with registration (which is free), identify a suitable placement and advise on any ongoing support which you may require. We will also ensure your achievements are recognised through the Saltire Awards. The Saltire Awards are the Scottish Government s national recognition programme for young volunteers and will look good on college or job applications. 42
Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 1 Referred/ Engaged 2 Barrier Removal 3 Vocational Activity/ Non-advanced FE 4 Employment / Advanced FE 5 Aftercare Project Name and/or Organisation Contact communityjobsscotland@scvo.org.uk Skills Development Scotland / Job Centre Plus The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations Pipeline Stages 4 Target Groups Unemployed 16-19 year olds. Delivery Location(s) Any Voluntary Organisation or Social Enterprise. Funding Operating Period Referral Sources & Processes Any individuals wishing to apply for a CJS opportunity must first be referred by a Jobcentre Plus or Skills Development Scotland Advisor who will determine eligibility. Likely Progression Routes Employment Overall Beneficiary Numbers Programme Start Dates Ongoing Programme Outline Community Jobs Scotland (CJS) is a partnership between the Scottish Government and SCVO that creates work opportunities for unemployed individuals within a wide range of third sector organisations across Scotland Community Jobs Scotland jobs are only open to unemployed 16-19 year olds who are not accessing alternative Government support (e.g. already on Get Ready for Work or the Work Programme). All opportunities must offer a minimum of 25 hours of paid work each week, paid at a minimum of the National Minimum Wage. Opportunities last a minimum of 26 weeks for 18-19 year olds, or 39 weeks for 16-17 year olds. 43
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Funding Advice There are various types of funding available, depending on course/training choice and individual circumstances. These include: Further Education Bursary Education Maintenance Allowance Further Education Discretionary Fund Childcare Fund Fee Waiver (Part-time Courses) Individual Learning Account Further Education Bursary Available for full-time courses up to National Certificate level. There are 4 main components of the Further Education (FE) Bursary: Maintenance Allowance This is a contribution towards accommodation and living expenses. Maintenance Allowance is means tested for all students. This allowance is not paid to those aged under 18 and living at home. Travel Allowance Assistance towards the cost of travel to and from college. This allowance is not means-tested for under 18s. Materials Allowance Assistance towards the cost of books, uniforms and other materials essential to a course. There is a materials allowance for every FE Course. As with the travel allowance, this is not means tested for those aged under 18. Course Fees Orkney Islands Council, in most cases, will pay course fees for those aged 18 and over attending College. Those aged under 18 are eligible for Fee Waiver and therefore are not responsible for any course fees. Payment of Course Fees is not means tested for any students. For further information or to obtain an application form, contact: Heather Manson or Janice Muir Education, Leisure & Housing, Orkney Islands Council, School Place Kirkwall, KW15 1NY Tel: 01856 873535 ext. 2413 / Fax: 01856 876327 Email: education.grants@orkney.gov.uk Website: www.orkney.gov.uk 45
Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) Available for full-time courses up to National Certificate level. Available to those attending the Connect Project, School or College. The applicant s date of birth must fall between 1 st March 1994 and 28 th February 1998. The applicant s household income must be 20,351 or below if they are the only dependent, or up to 22,403 if there are 2 or more dependents in the household. 30 per week is payable where applicants have maintained 100% attendance (including authorised absences). Payments are made fortnightly in arrears. If eligible for more than one year, a fresh application must be submitted each academic year. For further information or to obtain an application form, contact: Heather Manson or Janice Muir Education, Leisure & Housing, Orkney Islands Council, School Place Kirkwall, KW15 1NY Tel: 01856 873535 ext. 2413 / Fax: 01856 876327 Email: education.grants@orkney.gov.uk Website: www.orkney.gov.uk Further Education Discretionary Fund The fund is intended to provide financial help to students whose access to or continuance in further education may be inhibited by financial considerations. It can be used to fund accommodation, travel, living costs, etc. for students who can demonstrate that they are in genuine hardship. For further information, contact the course provider. If studying at Orkney College, contact: Orkney College, East Road, Kirkwall, KW15 1LX Tel: 01856 569000 Childcare Fund Students may apply to this fund for financial assistance with formal registered childcare expenses. Payments from this fund will be made at the discretion of the institution and based on an assessment of need. For further information, contact the course provider. If studying at Orkney College, contact: Orkney College, East Road, Kirkwall, KW15 1LX Tel: 01856 569000 46
Funding Advice Part-time Fee Waiver Part-time students in receipt of benefits may be eligible for a Fee Waiver. Eligible benefits include: Carers Allowance, Disability Living Allowance, Attendance Allowance, Incapacity Benefit and Severe Disablement Allowance, Income Support, Housing Benefit, Working Tax Credit, Pension Credit, Income-based Job Seekers Allowance, or you are registered as a Jobseeker and have been so for at least six weeks. For further information, contact the course provider. If studying at Orkney College, contact: Orkney College, East Road, Kirkwall, KW15 1LX Tel: 01856 569000 SDS Individual Learning Account (ILA) Individual Learning Accounts (ILAs) are for people who are 16 or over and living in Scotland. Applicants can apply for an ILA if they do not have a degree or above, are not undertaking any secondary, further or higher education, training through the Employability Fund or Modern Apprenticeship, or participating on the Community Jobs Scotland programme. Applicants must have an income of 22,000 a year or less, or be on benefits to be eligible to get up to 200 towards the costs of learning or training. There are a wide variety of courses that may be supported by an ILA. Applicants must ensure that they have an ILA in place before the start of the course, otherwise they may be liable for the full course fee. For further information, contact: Tel: 0800 917 8000 Website: www.myworldofwork.co.uk/section/funding 47
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Index Opportunities/Provision Subject Pages Adult Literacies 15 Activity Agreements 19 Careers Advice 13, 14 Childcare Fund 46 Disability Services 25 Education Maintenance Allowance 46 Employability Fund 21, 32, 33, 35 Employer Engagement 37 ESOL 15 Funding Advice 45-47 Further Education Bursary 45 Further Education Discretionary Fund 46 Guaranteed Interview 17 Independent Living Skills 11 Individual Learning Account (ILA) 21, Individual Learning Plan 15, 20 JCP Adviser Support 17, 18 Modern Apprenticeships 21, 31 My World of Work 14 National Certificate (NC) Courses 29 New Enterprise Allowance 21 Part-time Fee Waiver 47 Pathways to Independence 11 Pre-employment Training 17 Preparation for Progression 23 St Colms Day Service 25 SDS Individual Learning Account 47 Sector Based Work Academies 17 Short Courses 27 Stepping Stones 28 SVQ Programmes 29 The Wage Incentive 17 The Youth Contract 17 Volunteering 18, 41 Work Clubs 17, 18 Work Experience 17 Work Programme 18, 21 Work Together 17 Work Trials 18 49
Provider/Service Page Connect Project 19 Employability Orkney 39 JobCentre Plus: The Youth Contract Various Programmes 17 18 Learning Link 15 Lifeskills Centre: Employability Fund Services 35 21 Modern Apprenticeships 31 Orkney College: Employability Fund NC Courses Pathways to Independence Preparation for Progression Short Courses Stepping Stones Orkney Islands Council Disability Services 25 Operation Employability 37 Orkney Blide Trust - Clubhouse SCVO 43 Skills Development Scotland: Careers Service Employability Fund Index Providers 13 32 VAO Youth Development 41 33 29 11 23 27 28 Acronym Reference Guide Acronym CLD CJS CPP DWP ECDL ESG ESOL GRfW ILP JCP MA MyWOW NC OC OHAC OIC Prep for Progression SCVO SDS SQA SVQ TfW UHI VAO YEAP Full Title Community Learning and Development Community Jobs Scotland Community Planning Partnership Department of Work and Pensions European Computer Driving Licence Employability Strategic Group English for Speakers of other Languages Get Ready for Work Individual Learning Plan JobCentre Plus Modern Apprenticeship My World of Work National Certificate Orkney College Orkney Health and Care Orkney Islands Council Preparation for Progression The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations Skills Development Scotland Scottish Qualifications Authority Scottish Vocational Qualification Training for Work University of the Highlands and Islands Voluntary Action Orkney Youth Employment Activity Plan 50