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    Exploring Work in Schools

    DateThursday, 12 September, 10:00am

    LocationOnline live streamed - Google Classroom

    PriceTickets from £5

    About this event

    Workshop Code: 25016

    Teacher: This workshop is being taught by Joy.

    What is this workshop about?

    Want to work with children? Need a job that fits around school holidays? This taster session will give you an overview of the roles available in schools, how schools work, and the skills needed to work in a school. You will be given information, advice and guidance on how to develop your skills and prepare for a job in a school.

    Who is this workshop for?

    This course is aimed at adults who are thinking of volunteering or working in a school setting.

    Entry Requirements to do this workshop:

    No previous experience is required, however conversational English and some digital skills to allow you to access and use Google Classroom is desirable.

    How you will be assessed?

    Through verbal questioning, quizzes and a written learner reflection.

    What learners need to bring/supply

    You must have a tablet or laptop with a working camera that can access Google Classroom

    Additional Information

    Please note that this is a live interactive online workshop, learners will be expected to have their camera on and participate fully at all times.

    What happens after I book this workshop?

    There are two steps to complete before studying with us and booking on here is the first step. Your next step will be to enrol on your chosen course following the instructions attached to your order confirmation email.

    The next steps…

    During this workshop we will talk to you about your next steps which could include attending other workshops/courses such as our 5 week ‘Introduction to working in schools’ course or the 10 week ‘Level 1 Preparing to work in schools’ qualification course.  Develop your English & Maths skills with our Functional Skills courses. Please click here to see the full range of courses we offer.

    We have programmes that can support you with your next steps in skills and employment. For further information please see our information, advice and guidance page.

    NOTE: This course is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - *With the exception of the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set criteria - please see further details under the 'Further Information' heading.

    Venue

    Online live streamed - Google Classroom

    Venue Information

    This course/workshop is run as real-time online using Google Classroom. This means that instead of having to go to a classroom, the classroom comes to you! You are taught by a teacher and you will have classmates that you share ideas with. To take part you will need a tablet or laptop/computer with a webcam and microphone to enable you to interact. A few days before the start, your teacher will email you with instructions on how to join the class.

    Further information

    *Except for the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet the following criteria:

    • A Hertfordshire Resident
    • Aged 19 years or older on 31st August 2024
    • UK National and lived in the UK for the last 3 years or EEA National with settled/pre-settled status and lived in the UK/EEA for the last 3 years

    There are some exceptions to this, for example the Homes for Ukraine scheme. If you do not meet the above criteria, please contact us on 01992 556194 or email step2skills@Hertfordshire.gov.uk

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