SET Employability Service

Looks like Harry is thoroughly enjoying his Administration work placement at the Oral Surgery Clinic, Ulster Hospital.
To maintain Trust standards in a customer facing environment, Anita Collins, Senior Specialist Surgery Nurse for Oral Surgery is mentoring Harry so he has a clear understanding of the trainee role and learns the importance of communicating effectively with the hospital's service-users.

Check out a great photo of Lynsey learning the ropes with guidance from Staff Nurse Evelyn Brankin at Lagan Valley Hospital. Lynsey said, "I am enjoying my placement as a Care Support Worker, gaining new experiences and learning from the staff who are really helpful if I have any queries."
Evelyn said, "Lynsey is settling in well to the ward; she is working well within the team and understands the challenges faced by people with Dementia."

Darren, Youth@Work Employability Mentor (Placements) has been out and about across the Trust. After meeting Lynsey, Care Support Worker placement at Lagan Valley Hospital, Darren said, "It never ceases to amaze me that young parents on our programme can be so focused on gaining work experience and broadening their horizons."

Dan is keen to promote his FREE! 1 Day Employability Workshops to all young people who are 16 - 24 years old and not in education, employment or training living in Downpatrick/Newcastle and surrounding areas. Give him a call to find out more details:

As the extensive Phase B Redevelopment Project at the Ulster Hospital progresses, there is broad scope for work placements in trade areas, including: Plumbing, Joinery and Electrical.
The purpose of yesterday’s visit was to give young people currently... on the Youth@Work programme an opportunity to observe the every-day workings of the site, giving them a better understanding of the construction industry and confidence in career options.
Photo Front: Ryan Young, Kyle Portis, Thomas Potter. Photo Back: John Keane (Employability Social Worker), Mark Stewart (Employability Mentor), Ryan Holton.

Mark is delivering 1 day employability workshops for 16 - 24 year olds in the Ards / Bangor / Castlereagh areas. Check out details below:

Judy's is delivering 1 day employability workshops for 16 - 24 year olds in the Lisburn / Colin areas. Check out details below:

Help us raise awareness about the availability of 1 day employability workshops in the Downpatrick/Newcastle areas for all 16 - 24 year olds not in education, employment or training. See details below:

Matthew, Kilkeel, has just completed the full Youth@Work programme. Hear what he had to say about his experience:

“My time with Youth@Work has been both enjoyable and productive. Prior to the programme, I lacked experience in the workplace, but now I feel, after this important first step, far more confident in my ability to become employed and function well in the world of work. Would highly recommend to other young people who want to improve their employability and gain experience.”

What great feedback! We all wish Matthew the very best of luck for the future.