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120 hour formalised voluntary training program
This route allows a gentle step into the world of work and is good for helping build confidence, and to learn the routines and expectations around employment. As well as working in a busy environment, this pathway includes, but is not limited to:
Experience of working in a busy café
Food hygiene qualification
Basic barista training
Training on putting orders on to the payment system and taking payments.
Reference for future employer
Uniform, including black trainers
A supportive environment where you will be heard and listened to
Bus fares to and from work.
A free meal & hot drinks whilst working
Help with obtaining photo ID (needed for employment)
Wellbeing coaching
Access to 1:1 or group counselling
Allergen training
Advanced Barista training (resulting in a certificate)
An interview outfit for next employment
Paid employment
The 120 hour formalised voluntary program often leads to there being a paid role. Fixed term contracts of 6 months are offered, and reviewed throughout, before helping to transition on to employment with other local employers.
This paid route takes into account working with circumstances around housing and benefits, and we have support in house to help with the financial aspects of this.
Experience of working in a busy café
Food hygiene qualification
Basic barista training
Training on till
Reference for future employer
Uniform, including black trainers
A supportive environment where you will be heard and listened to
A free meal & hot drinks whilst working
Help with obtaining photo ID (needed for employment)
Wellbeing coaching
Access to 1:1 or group counselling
Allergen training
Advanced Barista training (resulting in an industry recognised certificate)
Hourly rate of the Real Living wage - currently £12 an hour
Ongoing support when moving on to new employment opportunities