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Mind Skills Development Service works with people excluded from the labour market due to mental ill health…
Mind Skills Development Service
Pre-vocational and vocational Accredited Training, Work Experience and Employment Support
The Skills Development Service offers a three-step training and work experience programme for people who are currently unable to access mainstream training and employment services due to mental ill health.
Our aims
The service aims to help individuals develop marketable skills and the work related disciplines necessary to access and maintain further education and maximise employment opportunities. This is achieved within a formal work and training environment.
Our methods
Using a person centred approach, qualified tutors work with trainees to assess their skills and strengths and to define their education and employment aspirations, as well as any barriers to learning. A training plan is designed for each individual and monitored to enable them to progress and succeed in their goals. Trainees work to achieve nationally accredited qualifications.
Meeting your needs
Individuals who meet the eligibility criteria can undertake up to two years training and work experience. They can also access any part of the programme if they have gained the skills and experience in other settings and wish to undertake a short refresher course.
Three Step Training & Work Experience Programme
Our Three Step training and work experience programme is delivered in two 12 month blocks:
- Skills Training
- Work Experience
- Next Steps - preparation for move on
Courses
- Information, Technology and Office Skills
- Practical Skills and Home Maintenance
- Horticulture and Wildlife Gardening
Skills Development Centres
The three-step training and work experience programme is delivered on two sites:
- Acklam Road Workshops
- Meanwhile Wildlife Garden
What we offer
- Purpose built training facilities
- Tools and equipment
- Nationally recognised qualifications
- A lunch allowance for individuals attending a full day
Many Hands Trading
Many Hands Trading is the commercial arm of the Skills Development Service and operates to enhance the work of Mind's training service. Many Hands Trading promotes employment as a beneficial activity which can support mental wellbeing.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the training and work experience programme, individuals must meet the following criteria:
- Aged 18 - 65
- Currently unable to access mainstream training and employment without pre-vocational support
- Have experienced or are at risk of developing a severe and/or enduring mental health problem
- Resident in the Borough of Kensington & Chelsea
- Eligible for the care programme approach