Employment
Skills

Build the skills, confidence, and experience to take the next step towards employment.

Why choose this programme?

Whether you're looking for your first job, returning to the workforce, or building the skills to secure long-term employment, our programme provides the practical, real-world training that employers are looking for.

You'll build confidence, develop essential workplace skills, and receive personalised support to overcome barriers to employment. From job applications and interviews to communication, digital skills, and workplace expectations, every part of the programme is focused on preparing you for sustainable employment and future success.

Job Placement Support

Receive personalised support to help you take the next step towards employment. From job searching to applications and connecting with employers.

Job Readiness

Prepare professional CVs, cover letters, practise interviews, and develop the practical skills and confidence needed to succeed in today's workplace.

Industry-Relevant Skills

Develop practical workplace skills that employers value across a wide range of industries, helping you become job ready and work confident.

Career Planning

Explore your strengths, interests, and career goals while creating a clear pathway towards employment, further training, or future career opportunities.

Confidence Building

Build confidence through practical learning, teamwork, and communication, helping you feel prepared to succeed in both the workplace and everyday life.

Goal Setting

Set realistic goals, create action plans, and stay motivated as you work towards achieving your personal, educational, and employment goals.

Build Your Future

Employment is about more than finding a job. It's about creating opportunities, building independence, and gaining confidence in your future. Employers are looking for people who can communicate effectively, solve problems, work as part of a team, and adapt to today's workplaces.

Our Employment Skills programme provides practical, hands-on learning that helps you build the confidence, knowledge, and workplace skills employers value. Through personalised support and real-world activities, you'll be better prepared for employment, further training, or your next career opportunity. Whether your next step is employment, further training, or developing new life skills, we're here to help you build a strong foundation for long-term success.

skills that matter

Digital
Skills

Health
& Safety

Interview
preparation

Goal
setting

Financial
literacy

problem
solving

Communication
& teamwork

CV writing &
job applications

Workplace
expectations

Where This Can Take You

Create New Opportunities

By completing this programme, you'll have the practical skills, confidence, and knowledge needed to take the next step towards your goals. You'll understand what employers are looking for, communicate more effectively, and feel better prepared to enter or re-enter the workforce.

This programme helps you prepare for or secure employment, progress into further education or vocational training, and build the confidence needed to achieve your personal and career goals. Whether your goal is finding your first job, returning to employment, or progressing towards further training, you'll leave with practical skills that support long-term success and open new opportunities for your future.

Frequently Asked questions

Most of our programmes are fully funded for eligible learners. Funding eligibility varies by programme. Contact us for a no obligation chat to find out which options are available to you.

 

Programme lengths vary. Some are short workshops, while others run over several weeks or months.

 

Our programmes are delivered in person at our training locations or at employer and community venues, depending on the programme.

You do not require previous experience. 

We work with adults from a wide range of backgrounds, including job seekers, employees, migrants, refugees, employers and community organisations. 

Yes! Our programmes offer flexible schedules to help learners balance work, family, and study commitments.

Most of our programmes provide all of the resources and equipment you need. If there is anything additional you need for your programme we will let you know.

Simply complete our enquiry form or visit us at 201 Southland Road Hastings or 140 Dalton Street Napier. We’ll discuss your goals and help you find the right programme.