This e-learning programme has been developed to further support the theoretical component of each standard of the Care Certificate, and is freely available to staff in the health and care sectors. It is based on the Care Certificate workbook, which was developed by Health Education England, Skills for Care and Skills for Health. Read more
Veterans' Gateway provide a single point of contact for veterans seeking advice and support.offer advice from a range of organisations covering issues from employment, finances and housing, to independent living, mental wellbeing, physical health, and families and communities. It is a partnership between Royal British Legion, Combat Stress, SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, Connect Assist and Poppyscotland. Phone 0808 802 1212 Read more
The Experts by Experience programme takes individuals with firsthand experience as service users on Care Quality Commission inspections to help compile reports on the standard of care provision, by speaking directly to users of the service and giving users’ opinions a voice Read more
An article by Calibre Furniture on flexible working Read more
IMHES is delivered within the Southampton Community Mental Health Teams. Their aim is to engage with people with mental health issues earlier to prevent them falling out of employment, to find work or training and to maintain their employment status. Read more
If you’re an employer with staff who are often off sick, whose physical or mental health is affecting their work, or who need help returning to work, Southampton City Council’s Employment Retention Specialists can offer them one-to-one support to discuss health and employment concerns. Read more
If you look after someone there may be times when you cannot go to work because there is an emergency involving the person you look after. You might be worried because you're not sure what you should do in this situation, but you may be entitled to time off work for such emergencies. This means you have peace of mind knowing that if the worst should happen, you can be there to support the person you look after. Read more
Studying online can be easier to fit in around caring than a classroom based course. Carers Trust has rounded up some useful links for carers. Read more
Health and wellbeing group. Last Friday of each month at YMCA Weston 1.30-5pm Read more
It can be stressful trying to manage your time if you're looking after a child. There might be times when you are unable to go work. You should make yourself aware of your rights to parental leave so that you are prepared if there ever comes a time when you are unable to go to work. Read more
The Life Skills service commissioned by Southampton City Council provides support to adults with learning disabilities who want to explore paid employment, further education and voluntary work. We also support individuals to increase their independence skills, including travelling independently and community or leisure access. Read more
Southampton City Council’s Employment Support Team has been supporting clients and employers in Southampton since 1990. They work with adults and young people, supporting them to find and retain suitable paid or voluntary employment and/or training. Read more
Did you know? 1 in 9 in your workforce will be caring for someone who is older, disabled or seriously ill. Resources for employers. Read more
Useful guidance for parent carers of a child with autism seeking flexible working conditions Read more
Some TED ed videos on improving communication skills to effectively communicate with others. Read more
At Southampton Central Library every Thursday 3pm-5pm Read more
The PITMAN Training Centre in Southampton run fully funded IT Training courses for unemployed individuals in receipt of certain benefits Read more
This service employs occupational health professionals who consult with employees and identify obstacles preventing the employee from returning to work Read more
Mind's free Guides to Wellness Action Plans Read more
CLEAR is an approved Adult Learning Provider for a range of short courses which are primarily aimed at increasing the skills needed for work and volunteering opportunities. The majority of CLEAR courses are funded. Many of the courses have a high ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) element embedded in the course. Read more
The Royal British Legion provides lifelong support for the Armed Forces community - serving men and women, veterans, and their families. Information on mobility aids, equipment grants and home adaptations. Read more