Roots to work is a new project run by City of Trees. The project will be assisting people into work. The project will run sessions in Trafford every other Wednesday from 21st August 2024 to 11th December 2024. The Task days will involve practical conservation activities and coaching where we will support the individual to make a GROW plan. The sessions will develop both green and transferable skills to increase your employability and prove your competency in a work environment.
They will be running Green Skills days within Urmston that will consist of woodland management and also 1:1 support from a development coordinator who will create an individual learner plan for each session and a GROW plan. The sessions will discuss nature for wellbeing, 5 ways of wellbeing and a short mindfulness exercise. These are taster sessions into the sector. Learning about the sector but also looking at the transferable skills.
Sessions will be taking place at Old Eea Brook, Urmston M41 9LR.
Each session is a full day running from 10am to 3pm. We will provide tea, coffee, water and biscuits. You will need to bring a packed lunch for the day.
You must be:
- Aged 16 and above.
- A Greater Manchester Resident.
- Legal resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years*.
Your Responsibilities
- Arrive on time at 10.00 AM and let the tutor know if this is not possible.
- Commit to at least 2 sessions.
- Let the tutor know if they require any support to complete the sessions.
Our goal for you
- Become employed, improve your employment (change in job) or receive a promotion.
Or
- Start a training course such as a further maths training course.
For more information: Email: tasha@cityoftrees.org.uk