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Ready for Work
Code: T25EC3565
Location: Long Eaton Library
Cost: Free
Starting: Thursday 23 July 2026
Duration: 4 sessions over 2 week(s)
Time: 10.00am
By continuing you confirm that you are enrolling onto an adult learning course and that you are aged 19 or over on 1 September 2025, or you are enrolling a young person aged 14-18 on 31 August 2025 specifically onto one of our Study Programme courses, and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions.
Description
This course is for Derbyshire residents aged 19 and over who want to build their confidence in readiness for starting work or returning to work.
The course covers planning for work, coping with change, settling into a new job, understanding employment contracts and wage slips, and handling changes in your budget. To book onto this course, you will need to obtain a PIN from your Work Coach at Long Eaton or Ilkeston Jobcentre Plus.
Who is this course for?
This course is for Derbyshire residents aged 19 and over who want to build their confidence in advance of starting work or returning to work. You will be able to identify your strengths and skills. There will be tips to help you cope with the changes a new job brings and still find time for yourself. You will get information to help you understand your pay slips and budgeting advice.
How will I learn?
This is a classroom-based course. There will be opportunities to have discussions combined with practical activities for you to complete with guidance from your tutor. Your tutor will give you support and feedback, so you know what to do to improve.
What will I need?
You will need to bring something to make notes on. Handouts will be provided for some of the sessions. You will need to provide your own refreshments if required. There will be a short break for lunch.
Are there any other costs?
This course is free and there are no other costs.
Time and duration
Start Date: 23 July 2026
Start Time: 10.00am
Day: Thursday
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 2
Location
Long Eaton Library
NG10 1JG