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Support Programmes
Get Started with Art
We can refund young people’s travel costs and provide lunch and snacks every day on the programme.
Support Programmes
Cook food from cultures around the world
Learn to cook various dishes from around the world and learn about different food cultures.
Support Programmes
Together for SEND event 3rd March
WE Work for Everyone will be at this event, sharing information on employment support for young people with SEND. Bristol Parent Carer Forum says "With 30 talks and over 50 exhibitor stands, this event is a fantastic opportunity to hear from educators, explore evidence-informed practices in schools, gain insights from lived experiences, and find practical support—whether for your child or your professional practice. You'll also have the chance to learn more about the SEND and Inclusion Strategy and how it’s shaping local services, alongside discovering the wide range of support available from the voluntary and community sector, local services, and SEND specialists. Save the date and book your ticket here: https://bit.ly/bpctogetherforsend2025
Support Programmes
Celebrating our Environment
Come join us for a free day of fun and activities at Malcolm X Community Centre as we celebrate our environment!
My Community Bristol and Sendawelcome are excited to be back with another inclusive event as part of the Bristol Community Festival.
Support Programmes
Creative Opportunities Event @ M Shed
Are you 16-25 years old and interested in arts and culture? Join us for this free event which will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to explore your next steps in your creative career.
Education
‘How to be a Chef’ with the Square Food Foundation
The 'How to Be a Chef' course, is for 16-25-year-olds not in full-time employment, education, or training. The course is free to attend and includes 12-weeks of interactive, fun, confidence-boosting cooking. It runs two days a week (Wednesdays and Thursdays), starting April 23, 2025. Recruitment is open now!
South Bristol Jobs and Apprenticeships Fair
The event will bring together a range of leading local employers with vacancies and apprenticeships on offer, as well as organisations that can offer key employment advice.
Education, Support Programmes
Get Started in Art
We have spaces left on our Get Started in Art programme for any young people (16-30)
Education, Support Programmes
Free Maths Course
This course will help your numeracy and maths skills and allow you to progress on to a Functional Skills course in future if you wish.
Support Programmes
Employability programme
This youth-led initiative runs within FareShare our fully operational food warehouse. The programme is focused on employability and warehouse operations, providing young people with practical skills and confidence for future job opportunities.
Education, Support Programmes
IT for work
If you want to improve your employability opportunities or feel more confident using IT in your current job, this free 5-week course could be a great fit for you.
Education, Support Programmes
Ncfe Entry Level 3 Essential Digital Skills
The purpose of this qualification is to allow learners to demonstrate understanding of and competency in the essential digital skills they need for life.
Education, Support Programmes
Free Outdoor First Aid Course
This course will help you plan for and deal with first aid emergencies in the outdoor environment.
Education, Support Programmes
Eat Well, Live Well Cookery Course
Join these healthy cooking sessions at The Wellspring Healthy Living Centre in Redfield for 6 weeks from 2nd September! The course is free and open to anyone 19+ with little or no qualifications.
Education, Support Programmes
Functional Skills Maths
This 25 weeks course will prepare you to take a functional skills Maths exam for the level you are at.
Education, Support Programmes
First Steps to Functional Skills Maths
Are you looking to get a Functional Skills Maths qualification, but you don’t know where to start?
Education, Support Programmes
Free Online Digital Course
Age 18-30 and want to do something you love for a living? Take your career to the next level with free digital training, employability coaching and mentoring from industry professionals.
Education
Wellbeing courses at The Vassall Centre, Fishponds, Bristol
Psychoeducational courses at the Vassall Centre, Fishponds, Bristol for people with a learning disability, learning difficulty and autistic people
Paid Work, Support Programmes
Inclusive Career Pathways – support into careers in Health & Social Care and Parks & Community Green Spaces
Supporting people in Bristol’s communities to access careers in Health & Social Care and Parks & Community Green Spaces.
Support Programmes
Get Started with Art
We can refund young people’s travel costs and provide lunch and snacks every day on the programme.
Support Programmes
Cook food from cultures around the world
Learn to cook various dishes from around the world and learn about different food cultures.
Support Programmes
Together for SEND event 3rd March
WE Work for Everyone will be at this event, sharing information on employment support for young people with SEND. Bristol Parent Carer Forum says "With 30 talks and over 50 exhibitor stands, this event is a fantastic opportunity to hear from educators, explore evidence-informed practices in schools, gain insights from lived experiences, and find practical support—whether for your child or your professional practice. You'll also have the chance to learn more about the SEND and Inclusion Strategy and how it’s shaping local services, alongside discovering the wide range of support available from the voluntary and community sector, local services, and SEND specialists. Save the date and book your ticket here: https://bit.ly/bpctogetherforsend2025
Support Programmes
Celebrating our Environment
Come join us for a free day of fun and activities at Malcolm X Community Centre as we celebrate our environment!
My Community Bristol and Sendawelcome are excited to be back with another inclusive event as part of the Bristol Community Festival.
Support Programmes
Creative Opportunities Event @ M Shed
Are you 16-25 years old and interested in arts and culture? Join us for this free event which will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to explore your next steps in your creative career.
Education
‘How to be a Chef’ with the Square Food Foundation
The 'How to Be a Chef' course, is for 16-25-year-olds not in full-time employment, education, or training. The course is free to attend and includes 12-weeks of interactive, fun, confidence-boosting cooking. It runs two days a week (Wednesdays and Thursdays), starting April 23, 2025. Recruitment is open now!
South Bristol Jobs and Apprenticeships Fair
The event will bring together a range of leading local employers with vacancies and apprenticeships on offer, as well as organisations that can offer key employment advice.
Education, Support Programmes
Get Started in Art
We have spaces left on our Get Started in Art programme for any young people (16-30)
Education, Support Programmes
Free Maths Course
This course will help your numeracy and maths skills and allow you to progress on to a Functional Skills course in future if you wish.
Support Programmes
Employability programme
This youth-led initiative runs within FareShare our fully operational food warehouse. The programme is focused on employability and warehouse operations, providing young people with practical skills and confidence for future job opportunities.
Education, Support Programmes
IT for work
If you want to improve your employability opportunities or feel more confident using IT in your current job, this free 5-week course could be a great fit for you.
Education, Support Programmes
Ncfe Entry Level 3 Essential Digital Skills
The purpose of this qualification is to allow learners to demonstrate understanding of and competency in the essential digital skills they need for life.
Education, Support Programmes
Free Outdoor First Aid Course
This course will help you plan for and deal with first aid emergencies in the outdoor environment.
Education, Support Programmes
Eat Well, Live Well Cookery Course
Join these healthy cooking sessions at The Wellspring Healthy Living Centre in Redfield for 6 weeks from 2nd September! The course is free and open to anyone 19+ with little or no qualifications.
Education, Support Programmes
Functional Skills Maths
This 25 weeks course will prepare you to take a functional skills Maths exam for the level you are at.
Education, Support Programmes
First Steps to Functional Skills Maths
Are you looking to get a Functional Skills Maths qualification, but you don’t know where to start?
Education, Support Programmes
Free Online Digital Course
Age 18-30 and want to do something you love for a living? Take your career to the next level with free digital training, employability coaching and mentoring from industry professionals.
Education
Wellbeing courses at The Vassall Centre, Fishponds, Bristol
Psychoeducational courses at the Vassall Centre, Fishponds, Bristol for people with a learning disability, learning difficulty and autistic people
Paid Work, Support Programmes
Inclusive Career Pathways – support into careers in Health & Social Care and Parks & Community Green Spaces
Supporting people in Bristol’s communities to access careers in Health & Social Care and Parks & Community Green Spaces.