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Employability - Preparing For Work  

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Description

This free course will boost your confidence and provide you with the skills to become job ready. Your specialist Employability Tutor will provide support with CV writing, effective job searching skills, getting ready for interviews and preparation for the workplace.



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Not suitable for beginners to computing. Mouse and keyboard skills are required.

No qualification is attached to this course but an in-house certificate of completion is available on request.  

More information
Each week, we will explore techniques to help you perform at your best. You will have the opportunity to practice with others, in a safe place, so you identify what makes you most nervous and how to shape your answers to meet expectations.

Can I join late?
Yes, by agreement with the tutor.

Who is the course for?
This course is for anyone who has an interest in improving their CV, their job search or their confidence when performing in interviews.

Do I need prior knowledge or experience?
No, everybody is welcome whether starting to look for work or an expreienced job applicant. Even if you are very nervous about joining, we look forward to having you on board!

How will I learn?
A practical course with a mixture of one to one and small group tuition, demonstration, discussion and questions and answers.

How will my progress be assessed?
You will be assessed informally by your tutor, as part of normal classroom activities. There will be plenty of opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor.

Is there an external qualification?
No, this is an non-accredited course

What can I do next?

We hope that our techniques help you secure your dream job during or soon after the course. However, if you would like more time to explore your options, we offer a range of additional courses to help you further develop your skills, please see our website for full details.

We also run a free weekly digital drop-in session, where you can receive extra support with your job search.

In addition, we can support you in improving your Maths and English skills, including preparation for GCSEs, and we offer a variety of free digital skills courses.

What do I need to bring?
Something for you to take notes with - pen and paper, or electronic devices (such as a phone or tablet).

Are there any extra costs?
No

Is there work between sessions?
It is useful to practise between sessions.

For further information, please contact:
Kentwood Centre on 0208 659 7976 or Curriculum Development Manager Philip Bedford philip.bedford@baec.ac.uk

Course Summary

Code: K05539  

Starting: Friday 24 April 2026 

Location: Kentwood Centre  

Tutor: Janet Parkinson  

Cost: Free Employability Training  


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Course Information

 

 

Time and duration

Day: Friday Morning
Start Time: 10:00
End Time: 15:00
Start Date: 24 April 2026
End Date: 15 May 2026
Duration: 4 sessions spanning 4 week(s)

Location

Kentwood Centre  
Kingsdale Road  
Penge
London  
SE20 7PR  

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