Call for Volunteers - Reading Buddies

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Organisation/Service/Project:  Sara Axford 

Telephone/Email:  saxford@learninglinks.org.au or 8525 8222.

Initiative/Project: Bankstown Communities for Children

• Volunteering:

Call for Volunteer

Reading Buddies

You are invited to take part in a unique program called Reading for Life that Bankstown Communities for Children (CfC) will be funding in 2015. Reading for Life has volunteers visit a local school in Bankstown each week to assist children in years 2 to 4 with their reading skills and confidence. The program has been operating across Australia and New Zealand since 2003 with great results in terms of skill enhancement as well as volunteer enjoyment!

The objectives of the program are:

1.       To make a positive impact on the children’s reading skills, confidence and motivation.

2.       To add value to the participating schools.

3.       To ensure that employees who participate have a worthwhile and satisfying experience.

The program will commence in August, 2015. Times and days for activities are yet to be confirmed.

We are looking for volunteers who have an adequate level of literacy and communication skills and can make the time commitment to the program. We require 50 volunteers who will be available for the entire program support 5 Bankstown schools.

What is the time commitment?

Firstly, volunteers will be asked to fill out a questionnaire expressing their interest and complete a working with children’s check. Volunteers are then asked to:

- Complete a three-hour training session with Learning Links

- Attend the school for a one-hour (approx.) orientation session before starting

- Attend the school to complete a 45 minute session each week over 15 weeks to meet individually with your reading buddy

- Attend a celebration party for the children at the end of the program

- Complete an evaluation survey at the end of the program

We are committed to supporting Bankstown primary school in 2015 and hope that you take this opportunity and get involved in a project that will not only be a rewarding experience but be highly valued by the local schools and families. To express your interest, or find out more, contact Sarah Axford on saxford@learninglinks.org.au or 8525 8222. .

Starting a small business - course

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Worker’s Name: Kate Maclean

Organisation/Service/Project: Canterbury City Community Centre 

Telephone/Email: 9750-9344- lakembaneighbourhoodcentre@4cs.org.au

Initiative/Project: Starting a Small Business 

• Employment/Workshops:

Interested in Starting up a Small Business??

This short course will put participants on the path to start a small business. It will build their:

·         confidence to plan and start a business

·          help them acquire useful information and skills while preparing students for further training.

This short course will also provide student support services such as; learning and business pathway planning, English language, literacy and numeracy support,

community market experience and networking opportunities.

Please see attached flyer for more information and eligibility.

TO APPLY PLEASE ATTEND THE INFORMATION AND ENROLMENT DAY

Monday, 3 August, 10:00a.m.

CANTERBURY CITY COMMUNITY CENTRE

130 RAILWAY PDE, LAKEMBA (OPPOSITE QUIGG STREET)

If you would like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact the worker above.

 

Skillmax - course update

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Worker’s Name: Amy Ferguson

Organisation/Service/Project: University of Western Sydney

Telephone/Email: a.ferguson@uws.edu.au - 9852 4110

Initiative/Project: SKILLMAX COURSES –

• Employment/Job Seeking Training/Workshops:

Dear Colleagues

UWSCollege still has places left in the Skillmax Jobseekers Course running at Westmead campus beginning 3^rd August. This course is free for eligible Skilled Migrants. Below is some more information about the course and eligibility criteria. I would be grateful if you could circulate this information throughout your networks or promote the information to your clients.

Skillmax – A job-seekers course for skilled migrants

Course 1

Commencing :                  Monday 3^rd August 2015

Days and times:                Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 9:30am – 3:00pm

Concluding:                       Wednesday 3^rd September 2015

Location:                           WESTMEAD – Building J, 158 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead.

As per our previous courses, 2015 Skillmax courses will help students to develop job search strategies for the Australian employment market.

Course outline 

·        Developing a greater awareness of workplace culture and trends in the Australian labour market

·        Finding your fit in your field of expertise

·        Developing a career portfolio including your résumé and cover letter

·        Strategies to identify employment opportunities

·        Preparing for the job interview

·        Career management skills

·        Marketing yourself effectively

The eligibility requirements for this course are detailed below and on the attached flyer:

Candidates must

·         Be a permanent Australian resident
·         Have overseas qualifications
·         Be seeking work in their field of expertise
·         Have an IELTS score of 6.5 or higher
 

Let's talk English - Conversation Classes

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Organisation/Service/Project: BCC

Telephone/Email: 9707 - 9730

Initiative/Project: Let’s Talk English

• English classes/conversation group:

English Conversation Classes

Beginner:    Wednesdays 10 – 11.30 am.

 22 July – 9 September 2015.

Intermediate:  Thursdays 1 – 2.30 pm.                                                

23 July – 10 September 2015.

WHERE

Community Room 2, Level 2

Bankstown Library and

Knowledge Centre

80 Rickard Road

Bankstown

ENQUIRIES PLEASE CALL 9707-9730

For enquiries please call (02) 9707 9730

SKILLME - Job seeking workshops

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Worker’s Name: April Pan

Organisation/Service/Project: MetroAssist

Telephone/Email: 9789-3744 - april.pan@metroassist.org.au

Initiative/Project: SKILLME

• Employment/Job Seeking Training/Workshops:

 Are you a migrant or refugee currently looking for work?

Do you want to improve your job seeking skill?

Then come along to our friendly discussions and gain insight and support from our presenters and participants!

Session one:

When: Thu 16 Jul 2015, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Where: Lv 2, 59 – 63 Evaline St, Campsie (Metro Assist office)

Topic: Writing Resume and Job Applications

Session two:

When: Thu 23 Jul 2015, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Where: Lv 2, 59 – 63 Evaline St, Campsie (Metro Assist office)

Topic: Job Interview Skills

To sign up for the session, please send your resume to April Pan at

april.pan@metroassist.org.au

For more information phone (02) 9789 3744

English Classes and Step into Work Program

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Worker’s Name: Wendi Etherington

Organisation/Service/Project: Lakemba/Wiley Park School as Community Centre (SaCC) in partnership with The Benevolent Society.

Telephone/Email: 9759 4061  lakembasacc@gmail.com

Initiative/Project:

• English classes: Navitas is starting a FREE English Outreach class in Wiley Park on Friday 24^th July. Childcare will be provided. Please contact Wendi if interested on 9759 4061.

• Employment/Job Seeking Training/Workshops:

Step Into Work Program: This six week course is for women who would like to find meaningful paid work. The course is led by professional volunteers with expertise in recruitment, training and human resources as well as stress management.

Participants will be helped to set goals; develop a professional resume, write an application letter and practice interview questions.

Starts Wednesday 29^th July 10.00-12.30. Childcare available.

Please contact Wendi on 9759 4061 as an interview is required before admission to the group.

Free Employment Workshop - Ashfield

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Worker’s Name: Tony Tonous

Organisation/Service/Project: Metro Assist

Telephone/Email: 9798 1701 - communityhub@metromrc.org.au

• Employment/Job Seeking Training/Workshops:

FREE EMPLOYMENT

WORKSHOP

 When: Tuesday 28th of July 2015

Where: 260 Liverpool Road - Ground Floor Meeting Room 1 – Ashfield Civic Centre

Time: 10am to 12pm

 Free Morning Tea

·       Resume

·       Cover letter development,

·       Guidance when facing challenges in securing employment e.g no local experience, costly to have overseas skills recognised,

·       Overcoming inequality due to cultural differences & background,

·       General Job Etiquette & Dress,

·       Volunteering and Furthering Education

To register for this workshop please contact community hub on 9798 1701 or email communityhub@metromrc.org.au