24th July 2006
SUMMER CONSTRUCTION SKILLS COURSE TO BOOST EMPLOYMENT

Places are still available on an eight week intensive course in construction skills at the North Halifax Skills Centre in Ovenden, starting Tuesday 1 August. The long term unemployed may be able to attend the course without it affecting their benefits, thanks to a special arrangement with Jobcentre Plus.

“Jobcentre Plus can support learners to do the course with a training allowance, transport and childcare costs if they’re over 25 and have been on Jobseekers Allowance for six months or more”, explained Ruth Stead, manager of the North Halifax Skills Centre in Club Lane, which is run by Calderdale College. “The course leads to a level one qualification in trowel trades and we hope that learners will then progress to level two to help them gain employment. It’s open to anyone, men and women, and we recommend that those interested should contact us straightaway”.

More information on the course is available on Halifax 322215 and Jobcentre Plus can give advice on Halifax 305000.