The Learning Foundry

Thinking about where you're going with your career in 2024? 🤔

Come along to our event. We've got experts in industries from car wrapping to beauty, construction to media. And, of course, our career coaches will be on hand to give free careers advice and guidance. 🤩

Grab your ticket: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/career-conversations-meet-the-experts-tickets-767568527127?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Oops... We did it again! 🏆

Very excited to be shortlisted for the LCR Culture and Creativity Awards in the Preparing for Work category for our collaboration with Future Yard on the Soundcheck programme!
Another HUGE congratulations to the team at The Learning Foundry, and at Future Yard - keep your eyes peeled, we find out in March 2024. 👀

Until then, find out more about our entry: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/news/the-learning-foundry-are-shortlisted-for-a-lcr-culture-creativity-award-7054

Incredibly proud to be supporting Centre 56 with their gift tag appeal this Christmas 🎄

Centre 56 currently support 59 children aged 2-12 years who have suffered domestic abuse or a crisis situation.
We've got our tree up on campus with the names and ages of children at the nursery who won’t receive any presents this year. Our staff will buy gifts and pyjamas to ensure the children have the best festive season. 🌟

We love supporting local people and helping them on their journey to .

Find out more about the Centre 56 appeal, here: https://centre56.org.uk/help-us-create-christmas-magic-for-the-families-of-centre-56

Find out what else we're up to this festive season, here: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/news/human-rights-day-2023-whats-going-on-at-the-learning-foundry-7027?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=the+learning+foundry&utm_term=5262bc16-c6cc-4658-94d5-6a669a0cbc99&utm_content=&utm_campaign=talent+shines+where+kindness+thrives

Last chance to apply! 📢

Vacancy: Business Administration Apprentice at Energy Projects Plus 💡
Join a great organisation, learn transferable skills and earn a wage! 🤑
Apply now: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/vacancies
Or get in touch directly on: [email protected]

Goal #8 Decent work and economic growth. 8️⃣

We’re proud to offer much more than just training courses.
Learners join us and get access to our comprehensive support service. This means we can help every learner into meaningful work with decent pay and narrowing employment gaps. 💙
Our winter window helps us demonstrate how we work to support our learners all year round, and is a subtle nod to the United Nations’ goal #8 ❄️

Find out more about how we’re supporting the goals at The Learning Foundry: https://ow.ly/pCgq50Qf00f

"I would recommend The Learning Foundry in a heartbeat!" 💖

Angela started a Property Management Apprenticeship with another provider over two years ago. After LOTS of changes, Angela finished her course with The Learning Foundry earlier this month with the help of her coach, Claire.

A huge well done, Angela, and we're looking forward to having you back on campus next year 👀🌟

Read her story: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/news/i-would-recommend-the-learning-foundry-in-a-heartbeat-angelas-story-7042

Fancy learning something new and getting paid up to £21,000 a year to do it? 👏

Our apprenticeships give you a mix of hands-on training and informative workshops, giving you everything you need to know to kickstart your career in sectors from childcare to construction! 👪🛠️

See where an apprenticeship could take you: https://ow.ly/1e6V50QeYxj

Coming into town this weekend? 👀

Make sure to swing by our campus to have a look at our wintery window display! ☃️

Scan the QR codes in the window, or click here to find out more about our campaign: https://ow.ly/gTAK50QclAH

Introducing the ! ✨

We're excited to be working with Education, The Regenda Group and M&Y Maintenance and Construction, engaging young people in the regeneration projects going on in their area.

At The Learning Foundry, we're all about supporting young people:
✅ To raise their aspirations,
✅ By providing information, guidance and exposure to a range of careers,
✅ And helping to give them the skills they need to get to their next steps.

Get involved with the - find out more below 👇

🌟 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN 🌟

Aged 14-18 and interested in construction and the built environment? Fancy developing your skills, leaning about careers and making new friends?!

Check out our brand new 🎓

We're working with The Regenda Group, M&Y Maintenance and Construction and The Learning Foundry on a programme focused on the Grove Street area in Liverpool and New Ferry in Wirral. Our FREE Partnership Academy programme will see participants from the two areas come together to explore the differences and similarities between the areas they live in, thinking about what they would like to change!

Sessions are FREE to attend, creative, fun and offer a chance for young people to be involved in changes in their local area.

👉 The programme involves 10 workshops in the school holidays between February and July 2024
👉 Just 15 spaces available for each area
👉 Open to 14-18 year olds in Liverpool and Wirral

Apply by FRIDAY 12TH JANUARY: https://bit.ly/3N88jIt

For any further information, please email: [email protected]

We're hosting a - and you're invited! 📢

We've teamed up with Department for Work and Pensions - DWP and JCP in Merseyside as well as industry experts in areas including, gaming, sport and beauty to get you start thinking about your dream career for 2024.

Grab your ticket now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/career-conversations-meet-the-experts-tickets-767568527127?aff=oddtdtcreator

Evening training? 🌟
Relevant subject knowledge? 🌟
Career development? 🌟

Our level 2 Team Leader qualification starts in January.

Start 2024 ready to organise, manage and motivate your teams and get a national qualification to recognise your abilities and experience.
Enquire now: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/enquire

Want to make a difference to a young person in your area? 🤩

We're looking for work placements for our learners to help them take the next steps into meaningful employment. Can you help? 🤝

Drop a comment below or send us a DM to find out more 📧

It's back! 🎇

Excited to carry on working with Future Yard to make live music training - and careers - accessible to young people in our communities.

Our next cohort is starting this January - enquire now 👇
https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/soundcheck

Fancy doing an apprenticeship with an award-winning training provider? 🏆

We’ve got vacancies in employable sectors, and tutors with the right knowledge and experience to make sure that you succeed.

Drop us a DM if you have any questions, or enquire now: https://ow.ly/xgyg50QaefB

Meet Nichola 👋

We first met Nichola three years ago when she started her Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management. Since then she's studied throughout the COVID pandemic, and balanced her role as Manager at The Rayware Group!

Nichola completed her course (with a Distinction, woo 🥳) earlier this year - and we caught up with her to reflect on her time with The Learning Foundry.

Rea Nichola's story: https://ow.ly/quBK50QbSAM?utm_source=Social+media&utm_medium=Facebook&utm_campaign=Nichola&utm_id=Nichola+case+study

NEW YEAR, NEW YOU? 👀

Aged 16-24 and looking to make a fresh start in 2024? Our course is starting in January - perfect for helping:
🌟 Boost your CV,
🌟 Get relevant experience,
🌟 Starting your career!

Enquire now: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/enquire

Shouting above all the noise - to encourage you to invest in yourself this festive season. 🛍️

We've got free courses for young people and adults - there's nothing to spend and only things to gain! 🎁

Give us a call to find out more about all the courses available: 0300 123 8088

Is professional development on your bucket list for 2024? 🤔

We've got level 2 and level 3 qualifications in leadership and management starting in January 2024.
🌟 Pick up the core skills and understanding needed to deal with management responsibilities,
🌟 Develop as a leader,
🌟 Progress your career with confidence.

Enquire now: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/enquire

NEW APPRENTICESHIP🆕
This week's vacancies are LIVE - and Let HQ are looking for someone to join their team! 👇
💸 Earn a wage on the job,
✏️ Learn skills in an employable sector,
🦸‍♂️ Kickstart your career!
Find out more and apply today: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/enquire

"The sector will need to make substantial investment in existing homes to deliver on energy efficiency commitments." - The Regulator of Social Housing, Sector risk profile November 2023.

We've got bootcamps to support people to access good quality green jobs and get industry recognised qualifications to support them in their new role. 🍃

We can work with individuals and employers to provide bespoke training programmes. Enquire now: [email protected]

Festive fun popping up all over our campus this week ☃️

As we reach the end of the year, we're showing that we practice what we preach, and we truly believe that ‘talent shines where kindness thrives.’
There's less than a week to go until we take our display outside, keep your eyes peeled 👀

In the meantime, you can view our comprehensive learner support offer, here: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/learner-support

An apprenticeship could be the key to your future. Whether that’s...
💭 Your dream job,
🎓 Higher education,
📈 Or just the skills, knowledge and confidence to get you started on your career journey.
Apprentices at The Learning Foundry excel in their roles and go on to make excellent employees.
Find out more:

Apprenticeships Apprenticeships are available to anyone over the age of 16, living in England. Whether you have just finished school or college and are looking to kick start your career, or if you want to re-train in a different sector, apprenticeships are a brilliant way to fast-track your career.

Talent shines where kindness thrives 💡

Supporting our learners is at the heart of everything we do at The Learning Foundry. As we reach the end of the year we want to spread kindness - and show the effect that it has on our learners every day.

Something very special is coming to campus in the next few weeks -
Keep your eyes peeled 👀
And remember, talent shines where kindness thrives ❄️

NEW APPRENTICESHIP🆕
This week's vacancies are LIVE - and Energy Projects Plus are looking for someone to join their team! 👇
💸 Earn a wage on the job,
✏️ Learn skills in a new sector,
🦸‍♂️ Kickstart your career!
Find out more and apply today: [email protected]

If you're over 16, have you ever thought about an Apprenticeship as a way to kick start or re-train for a new career? 🤔Apprenticeships are a great opportunity to start your chosen career path and fast-track it to success! ✅

Interested? Speak to a member of our team: 0300 123 8088

“Housing qualifications are a good idea for anyone working in housing." - Steve, one of our housing learning and development specialists, and ex-housing manager with over 20 years experience working in the sector.

But why are qualifications important in housing?
🎓 More and more housing jobs are asking for employees to have relevant qualifications,
🤯 The Social Housing (Regulation) Bill means that qualifications will become compulsory,
🤓 Sector qualifications demonstrates that you see yourself as a professional!
(And we trust Steve, duh!)

Find out more about our housing offer: https://ow.ly/HCnT50Q6SEl

WE WON! 🏆

The Learning Foundry are the Best Training and Education Provider of the Year in Business Awards UK!

We'd like to say a huge well done to all of our team who work behind the scenes every single day to - we couldn't do it without you! 🌟

Read more about our win: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/news/award-winners-the-learning-foundry-are-merseysides-business-training-and-education-provider-of-the-year-7003

NEW APPRENTICESHIPS🆕
We've got new apprenticeship opportunities from our friends at Bumbles Nursery and Liverpool YMCA - check them out 👇
💸 Earn up to £18,000,
💗 Join a lovely team,
🦸‍♂️ Kickstart your career!
Find out more and apply today: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/vacancies

Our next Level 3 Housing cohort is just around the corner...
It's a free, 6 week course (one day a week) for housing professionals to improve their performance and boost their professional development - anyone say promotion? 👀

Enquire about our free housing course: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/free-courses-form

Thanks so much to all the team at VIY. We love working with great local businesses to provide real-life opportunities for our learners.

It's all about:
🤩 Creating that career passion,
🤩 Building up transferable life skills,
🤩 Giving our learners a positive and useful experience.

We offer a range of courses for adults and young people in areas like construction, childcare, warehousing and dental nursing.
Learn with us: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/studyprogrammes
Are you an employer? Work with us: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/for-employers

No one should feel like they’re stuck on a path that’s not right for them. 🤔
Apprenticeships allow anyone of working age to kick start or re-train for a brand-new career!

Ready to fast-track your way to achieving your goals? Check out our latest apprenticeship vacancies, here:https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/vacancies

Tomorrow is our open day - and it's not too late to grab a ticket!

📅 Wednesday 8th November
⏰ 3pm-6pm
📍 The Watson Building, 4 Renshaw Street, L1 2SA

See you there 👋
Book your ticket: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/open-day-fast-track-your-future-tickets-718357485577?aff=oddtdtcreator

Yesterday we hosted our first 'What's Next' Workshop - with the help of one of our business administration apprentices, Mia 🌟

We talked all things placements, CVs and the skills you might need to get to your next steps! Keep your eyes peeled for the next event 👀
View all our learner support offers: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/learner-support

🤔 WHAT IS FUNDED LEARNING?
Funded learning programmes are free short training courses funded by the Adult Education Budget (AEB) - a government-funded programme.
🤔 WHO CAN ACCESS FUNDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES?
Funded learning can be accessed by employers and individuals aged 19+, to fund a huge range of training, from construction to childcare!
🤔 HOW MUCH DO THEY COST?
Nothing! Adult learning courses come at no cost to you - or your business!
🤔 WHAT CAN YOU GAIN?
Funded learning upskills staff, increases retention and gets new staff work ready.

Find out about our funded learning opportunities: https://www.thelearningfoundry.co.uk/funded-short-courses

We're thrilled to announce we have been shortlisted in the Merseyside Business Awards UK - Business Training and Education of the Year. 🥳

It's amazing to see all our hard work over the last year recognised! Keep your eyes peeled on 9th November to see if we've won! 👀