What's on Housing Events and Activities
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Upcoming Repairs Service Workshops
The Repairs Service Redesign Workshops are now back on as previously planned throughout June and July.
Please see below for the confirmed dates of each event.
TACT Board Recruitment Event
Repairs Service Redesign workshops
Our Repairs Service Redesign workshops will take place on the following dates:
- 12 June 6pm to 7.30pm, Carroll Centre
- 20 June 6pm to 7.30pm, Tubbs Hall, Kings Worthy
- 24 June 6pm to 7.30pm, Makins Court, Alresford
- 1 July 6pm to 7.30pm, Jubilee Hall, Bishop's Waltham
- 3 July 6pm to 7.30pm, White Wings Common Room, Denmead
- 8 July, 6pm to 7.30pm Wickham Community Centre
- 17 July 11am to 12.30pm and 6pm to 7.30pm, Winchester Guildhall
These workshops are part of our ongoing consultation around the redesign of our repairs service. Along with our Repairs Service Redesign survey, they are a chance for us to hear your views.
If you’d like to attend, let us know by filling out the Repairs Service Redesign survey, or by contacting us by email (tenantinvolvement@winchester.gov.uk) or by calling 0800 716 987.
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Employment Support Courses
Are you looking for employment? Do you need support with finding and securing a job?
This course will help you build your confidence, identify your skills, boost your employability, and find employment opportunities – all in a fun, friendly and positive environment.
Winchester City Council attending the course will be supported to build confidence and motivation, identify your skills, take part in interesting projects, enhance employability skills, and receive support to find employment opportunities.
The tutor will work on a 1:1 basis with participants to complete application forms, apply for vacancies and prepare them for interviews.
Speak to your Work Coach or email Richard Waghorn the Employer Adviser for the Winchester City Council Job Centre.
Course dates: Monday-Friday from 13th May for 4 weeks (excluding half term which is 27 May-31st may). The course will end 15th June 2024.
Course Time: 10am to 2pm, with breaks including a lunch break.
Location: The Winchester Club, Highfield Lodge, Worthy Lane, Winchester SO23 7AB.
More information available here.
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Digital Inclusion Project
Are you struggling with your tablet/ laptop/ smart phone? Need some one-on-one IT support? Introducing our FREE Digital Drop-In Sessions where you can access expert assistance for all your tech-related questions and challenges.
Every second Tuesday of the Month 10.00am – 12.pm at King Harold Court, Residents Lounge, Christchurch Street, Winchester, SO23 9SA
What to Expect:
- 1-to-1 IT Support: Our Digital Champions are here to help you with any tech-related questions or issues you have, whether it's setting up a new tablet/ laptop, discovering how to stay safe online, or learning how to use websites.
- Bring Your Own Device: You can bring your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or any other digital gadget you need help with. Our Digital Champions are well-versed in a wide range of devices and platforms. Don’t have a devise? Don’t worry! We can provide laptops to use at the session.
- Friendly and Patient Staff: We understand that technology can be daunting, but don't worry! The Digital Champions are patient, friendly, and dedicated to helping you at your own pace.
- Open to all: Digital Drops-Ins are open to all!
- No Cost Involved: That's right, our Digital Drop-In Sessions are absolutely FREE. We believe in making tech support accessible to everyone.
For any enquiries, feel free to reach out:
Charlotte Bailey, Wellbeing and Inclusion Officer cbailey@winchester.gov.uk
01962 848 267 / 07831 697 493
Don't let tech troubles hold you back any longer. Mark your calendar, and we look forward to seeing you at our next Digital Drop-In Session!
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Community Hubs
Join us for a FREE cuppa and a bite to eat at one of our Community Hub at Wickahm or Winchester. Have a friendly chat with our officers about any issues relating to benefits, housing, and wellbeing. For informal guidance, information and sign-posting for anyone looking for support around the cost of living.
When:
- Wickham Community Centre, Mill Lane, Wickham, Fareham PO17 5AL. Every first Monday of the month | 2.30pm - 4.30 pm
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Unit 12 Community Food Pantry, Winnall Valley Rd, Winchester SO23 0LD. Every 3rd Thursday of the month | 10.30am - 12.30pm
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Coffee#1, Alresford (Fourth Friday of the Month between 10:00am - 12:00pm Launching Friday 28 June
For more information contact our Wellbeing and Inclusion Officer Charlotte Bailey or calling 01962 848 267.
If you have any access requirements, please don’t hesitate to let us know
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Early Year Skills Bootcamps
What are Skills Bootcamps?
The purpose of the Skills Bootcamps programme is to give individuals and employers the opportunity to develop valuable sector-specific skills based on local employer demand and provide a direct path to employment on completion. This training is for adults who are either in work, self-employed,
unemployed, or returning to work after a break. They are flexible courses of up to 16 weeks for adults aged 19 or over.What will I learn?
Our Skills Bootcamps align with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements, covering essential topics such as child development, child-centered learning, safeguarding , first aid and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.
You will find out what it is like to work in the sector, the range of job opportunities available and you will meet employers.Benefits to Learners:
- A comprehensive training packag
- 1:1 support and mentoring
- Guaranteed interviews
- Additional support with Employability skills
- Support to apply for roles, practice interviews and help to highlight your many skills and qualities
- If you are unemployed or employed but ready for career change there is no cost.
Target learners:
- Early Years and Childcare practitioners
- Ofsted registered childminders
- Those returning to practice
Starting: 3rd June 2024. This course runs Monday-Friday 9.30-2.30 for three weeks ( 3rd June-21st June)
Venue: The Winchester Club, Highfield Lodge, Worthy Lane, Winchester, SO23 7AB.For more information or to book onto the Skills Bootcamps please contact Itchen College on 02380 435 636 or email Itchen College.
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Budgeting Course
Are you worried about the cost of living crisis? Do you need support with budgeting? Then this could be the course for you!
Come and meet our friendly tutor who will give you some hints and tips to manage your finances:
• Budgeting tools
• Priority bills
• Finding and comparing deals on-line
• Money saving ideas
• Savings
Dates: 21st, 24th, 26th and 28th of June Time 9.30am to 2.30pm
Venue: The Winchester Club, Highfield Lodge, Worthy Lane, Winchester, SO23 7ABIf you would like to book onto this course please contact Itchen College on: 02380 435 636 or email courses@itchen.ac.uk