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Foundations for Work

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Discover your potential and thrive in today’s fast-paced world. Whether you want to develop your personal skills, boost your employability or start a new career, we have the perfect course to help you succeed.

Basic Food Hygiene - Level 1

This course is a terrific opportunity to raise your awareness of what you need to know when preparing food for yourself, your family or the public. The course will cover topics such as food storage and safe handling of food.

course code
FFWSUAZ2542
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
22 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
5 weeks
Times
Wednesday 09:30-12:00

where
Arsenal Hub  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
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free 

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Boost Your Interview Skills

This course will help you prepare better for that all important job interview. Learn how to answer questions, ask questions of your own, control your nerves and really sell yourself with confidence.

course code
FFWSULP2544
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
23 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
5 weeks
Times
Thursday 13:00-16:00

where
Light Project Pro International  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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Customer Service for Work

Understand the benefits of good customer service and how to interact with customers professionally and effectively. The skills you will develop on this course will help you in a range of career sectors.

course code
FFWSUVA2551
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
05 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
6 weeks
Times
Friday 10:00-12:00

where
VAI Pentonville Road  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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Employability Skills; Getting Work-Ready

This course is designed to help you develop the essential skills needed to thrive in today’s workplace. You’ll build confidence, improve communication, and gain practical tools to prepare for employment or transition into a new role.

course code
FFWSUVA2550
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
24 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
5 weeks
Times
Friday 10:00-12:00

where
VAI Pentonville Road  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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Employment Support

Get help writing your CV, searching for jobs, filling in application forms and interview tips. You can also get information on courses to help you improve your skills and your chances of gaining employment. THE TUTOR WILL CONTACT YOU AS THIS IS RUN ON APPOINTMENT BASIS ONLY.

course code
FFWSPAZ2518
Availability

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.

Start
13 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
10 weeks
Times
Tuesday 09:30-12:30

where
Arsenal Hub  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.


course code
FFWSUAZ2545
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Times and Dates
By appointment only on Tuesdays, 21 April to 7 July 2026, between 9.30am and 12.30pm.

where
Arsenal Hub  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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Empower you; confidence unlocked

We will explore and understand the reasons for feeling confident or unsure of themselves, how to participate more effectively in social situations and manage stress, and how to set goals that increase their self-confidence.

course code
FFWSUAZ2537
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
22 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Wednesday 13:30-16:30

where
Arsenal Hub  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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Food Safety in Catering - L2

The Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene for Catering course will benefit anyone working in a catering or food processing environment, from individuals to multiple staff members. It allows every catering business, regardless of size, to provide all of its staff with essential and compliant training.

course code
FFWSUAZ2543
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
03 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
5 weeks
Times
Wednesday 09:30-12:00

where
Arsenal Hub  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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Introduction to Market Trading

Find out how to set up your own market stall or planning for events. You will learner about the realities of setting up a business, running your market stall and selling your products.

course code
FFWSUTBC2548
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
04 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
6 weeks
Times
Thursday 10:00-13:00

where
location to be advised
fees

free 

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Introduction to Working in Admin.

This course covers a range of duties and procedures when working in an office environment. The course will include improving your office-related skills and how to search for jobs effectively. After successful completion, you will receive an Award in Business Admin. and also Job Seeking Skills.

course code
FFWSUAZ2541
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
01 May 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
10 weeks
Times
Friday 09:30-12:30

where
Arsenal Hub  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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L1 Preparing to Work with Children in Schools

Understand the British school system and gain confidence in volunteering in a nursery or primary schools. Develop your skills in listening to children and creating activities to support children’s learning.

course code
FFWSUFS2535
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
14 Apr 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
6 weeks
Times
Tuesday 09:30-15:00

where
1st Steps Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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L2 Customer Service

Build on your customer service skills in communicating with customers, dealing with policies and procedures, handling difficult situations and working with others. If you have completed Level 1 or already have plenty of experience in customer service, you may benefit from this qualification.

course code
FFWSUAZ2538
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
23 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Thursday 13:00-16:00

where
Arsenal Hub  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

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Plan your Success with our Information Advice and Guidance - one to one

Get impartial one to one information advice and guidance from a qualified advisor to help you move forward into work or further training. Sessions are by appointment only contact Alison on 07808 879044 or email alison.moore@islington.gov.uk

course code
FFWSPFS2526
Availability

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.

Start
14 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
10 weeks
Times
Wednesday 09:30-12:00 Friday times vary

where
1st Steps Learning Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

This course is currently full, but you can still make an application (or enquiry) by clicking on the button below and then 'make an application'. You will then join a queue and be informed if and when a space becomes available.


Stand Out CV Secrets; Write an Effective CV

This covers the important details to include in writing a comprehensive and skills-based CV to help get the job you want.

course code
FFWSPAZ2530
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
15 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
10 weeks
Times
Thu 10:00-12:00

where
Arsenal Hub  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

begin application
course code
FFWSUAZ2539
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
23 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Thursday 10:00-12:00

where
Arsenal Hub  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

begin application