ASPIRE TO BE - ADULT SPECIALIST EMPLOYABILITY AND SKILLS SERVICE

Aspire to Be is an innovative service for those who are:

• Deaf/hard of hearing and those with a learning difficulty/disability or other communication issues that inspires and makes a difference.

A programme that is flexible to better meet the needs of individuals.  We look a the ability and not the disability. We encourage others to see opportunities rather than challenges.

People can either self-refer or be referred to Aspire to Be from agencies including Local Authorities, various Housing Associations and Job Centres across the South Yorkshire regions. A typical programme would be for three days a week either full or half day sessions up to contract end. 

Once we accept a referral, we:

• Conduct a full assessment of need
• Provide a support package based on that need which is reviewed on a regular basis
• Offer information, advice and guidance throughout to ensure a smooth transition into learning and employment

All training and one to one advice and guidance is supported by British Sign Language where applicable. 

Health and Wellbeing sessions incorporate:

• Healthy eating
• Budgeting
• Flip it - Confidence and Motivation
• Independent Travel

The aim is to develop a wide range of skills that enable independence and mindset change and are designed to build on personal skills and qualities with elements of employability also embedded in each session.

Employability/Employment sessions involve:

• CV writing, spec and cover letters
• Interview techniques and mock interviews
• Job carving sessions
• Job search activities including application form support
• Work experience/trials and volunteering
• In work support

Employability and employment sessions incorporate non-accredited learning in tandem with simulated work environments, on and off-site, to help train and prepare for the world of work. 

Our team works to look at the ability not the disability - setting realistic goals, building confidence so people feel able to move into employment.

For more information, please contact us.