ESOL: English for work

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Course code: 5176

English for Work is for people who use English as a second language and want to know how to look and apply for work in the UK.

when
From 02 May 2025 to 27 Jun 2025
Fri 09:15-11:458 weeks
Date
02 May 2025
Time
09:15 to 11:45
Date
09 May 2025
Time
09:15 to 11:45
Date
16 May 2025
Time
09:15 to 11:45
Date
23 May 2025
Time
09:15 to 11:45
Date
06 Jun 2025
Time
09:15 to 11:45
Date
13 Jun 2025
Time
09:15 to 11:45
Date
20 Jun 2025
Time
09:15 to 11:45
Date
27 Jun 2025
Time
09:15 to 11:45
where
Voluntary Action Swindon 

VAS, 1 John Street

Swindon
SN1 1RT


fees

free

who

Borough of Swindon

acl@swindon.gov.uk

What is the course about?

<p>English for Work is for people who use English as a second language and want to know how to look and apply for work in the UK. The course will familiarise you with the words and terms used when job searching and completing job applications and will help prepare them for the workplace.</p>

Who is eligible for this course?

<p>This course is for eligible adults ages 19+ who live in Swindon. More information on the eligibility criteria is available using this link <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4s3rwdyh">https://tinyurl.com/4s3rwdyh</a></p>

What will I learn?

<p>By the end of the course, you will be able to write a simple CV; know how to search and apply for job vacancies in the UK; be able to prepare for an interview; understand basic rights and responsibilities at work; plan for next steps.</p>

What materials do I need?

<p>Everything is provided but you may choose to bring a pad and pen to make notes.</p>

How will I be assessed?

<p>There will be the opportunity to set personal learning goals to aim for and these will be assessed together as the course progresses. ACL certification on completion.</p>

What can I do next?

<p>You will receive information and advice about your next steps that could include further learning, volunteering or routes into employment.</p>

Please note:

<p>You will have either a face to face or over the phone  assessment to make sure you are put on the correct level course.</p>

How will you learn?

<p>You will join a small group in a friendly and supportive environment. Interactive learning will take place through discussions, group work, videos and hands-on practice of different tools and techniques.</p>