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Find links to lifelong learning opportunities

In this section, you can find information on learning opportunities across Greater Lincolnshire, apprenticeships and how to access these, volunteering, employment agencies and websites, and benefits your may be entitled to receive.

It is expected that full-time education is compulsory for all children between the ages of 5 and 16.  In England there is an expectation that children will remain in education, employment or training until the age of 18. Details of the national curriculum can be found via the Gov.uk website.

To find your nearest school, school admissions process, apply for school and college transport, apply for free school meals or home education information visit Schools and education (Lincolnshire County Council) for more information.

Specific information for Ukrainian arrivals can be found via our Education, Family and Child Services page.

 

Benefits related Holiday Activities

HAF the Holiday Activities and Food programme (HAF) is a government funded programme that provides free holiday clubs for reception to year 11 pupils in receipt of benefits-related free school meals in Lincolnshire, these can be accessed over the summer, Christmas and Easter holidays. Visit Holiday Activities and Food Programme (Lincolnshire County Council) for further information.

 

Training, Adult and Family Learning in Lincolnshire2aspire logo

The Lincolnshire Adult Skills and Family Learning Service provided by 2aspire offer a wide range of courses supporting and enabling people to enhance their quality of life and opportunities. Courses are delivered in community venues, local colleges, schools, children’s centres, and online. Some courses are specifically designed to support parents and their families, available daytime, evenings, and weekends.

 

Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) Service

Looking to take the next step in your learning journey? Our expert Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) Officers are here to help.

Whether you are thinking about enrolling on a course or already studying, our team provides professional support tailored to your needs. They will help guide you through the process, ensure you are on the right course and assist with your progression, helping you make informed decisions about what to do next.

From your first steps on your learning journey to support with employment or career choices, our dedicated team will help you decide what to do next.

Don’t hesitate to reach out for advice and support. Please contact us and one of our team will be in touch. Email: info@2aspire.org.uk

 

Lincolnshire Careers website

QR code for 2aspire careers website

If you are thinking about starting a new career or looking to re-enter the job market in Lincolnshire, explore our new Lincolnshire Careers website and discover a world of opportunities. Visit Lincolnshire Careers - 2aspire or scan the QR code.

The National Careers Service website also provides career information and offers advice on choosing courses and guidance. They can help you make decisions at all stages in your career. Visit their website for a postcode search to help you find a suitable course.

 

Skills Bootcamps

Skills Bootcamps are flexible courses of at least 60 hours of training giving people the opportunity to gain new skills. If you take part in a Skills Bootcamp, the training provider will support you to:

  • Get a job with a local employer
  • Progress with your current employer
  • Win new contracts for your business

A full list of Skills Bootcamps available in Greater Lincolnshire can be found at Skills Bootcamps - 2aspire

Skills Bootcamps logo showing people in different roles

 

Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship helps to learn on the job, earn a wage and study at the same time. When you complete an apprenticeship, you gain experience and qualifications.

You can also find apprenticeships as options or parts of the courses available at:

  • colleges
  • sixth forms
  • universities

Find out more visit the Gov.uk website

 

Free Digital Skills sessions

Digital skills available at various settings including libraries, community centres etc. find more support options available via our support with digital and technology page.

 

Organisations providing learning opportunities

Use the links below to visit to some of the organisations that the Lincolnshire Adult Skills and Family Learning Service work with, who provide further education, higher education and training to prepare you for employment in Lincolnshire:

Volunteering can provide many opportunities, whether to progress into employment, to gain experiences and explore interests in something new or as a hobby, there are many ways to volunteer and lots of organisations that would appreciate your time! 

Find resources where volunteer opportunities can be searched for, visit the Volunteering section of Connect to Support Lincolnshire.

 

With the increase in the use of digital technology to gain access to information and services, there is support available in local settings including libraries and community centres.

Visit the Support with digital and technology section.

 

National Careers Service

Choosing or changing your career can be confusing. The National Careers Service website  provides career information and offers advice on choosing courses and guidance. They can help you make decisions at all stages in your career. Visit their website for a postcode search to help you find a suitable course.

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Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship helps to learn on the job, earn a wage and study at the same time. When you complete an apprenticeship, you gain experience and qualifications. Find out more visit Become an apprentice: How apprenticeships work - GOV.UK

Employment Agencies

There are many different routes into employment, below are several useful links to job search sites where vacant positions can be applied for:

Search for local government vacancies

Lincolnshire Police vacancies

Health & Wellbeing vacancies

 

Jobseekers Allowance 

Jobseeker's Allowance is an unemployment benefit for people who are actively seeking work. There are two types:

  1. New Style Jobseeker's Allowance: This is based on your National Insurance contributions and is not means-tested. You can receive it for up to 6 months.
  2. Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance: This is means-tested and based on your income and savings. However, it has largely been replaced by Universal Credit.

To qualify for Jobseeker's Allowance, you must be:

  • Unemployed or working less than 16 hours a week.
  • Available for and actively seeking work.
  • Under the State Pension age 

Apply for New Style Jobseeker’s Allowance

Family Benefits 

Some key benefits include:

  • Child Benefit: Regular payments to help with the cost of raising a child.
  • Maternity and Paternity Pay and Leave: Financial support and leave entitlements for new parents.
  • Adoption Pay and Leave: Support for those adopting a child.
  • Childcare Costs: Help with paying for childcare, including Childcare Grant and Care to Learn.
  • Support for Disabled Children: Includes Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for children and Disabled Facilities Grants.
  • Free School Meals: Assistance with school meal costs for eligible families.
  • Healthy Start: Vouchers for pregnant women and families with young children to buy healthy food and vitamins.

Benefits and financial support for families - GOV.UK for further details.

Find more resources to benefits and eligibility criteria via Claim benefits | Lincolnshire

 

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