“Things are a heck of a lot better at home now. I’d recommend this course to anyone!”
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“I find that I learn most from the group discussions. I have picked up hints and tips not only from the course tutors and the handouts we are given, but from discussions with the other parents on the course. It’s such a positive and caring environment, everyone supports each other and there is no judgement at all.”
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Take your career in a new direction by learning the essential skills required for working with children & young people on our course, free for people not in employment!
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Those old cliches about 'you can't pour from an empty jug' are absolutely true. How can we keep giving when there is nothing left to give?
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“The most important thing I've learned in recent years is that the way I think and act in work and business inherently leads to stress which does have an effect on my mental health. There, I said it, I do not have perfect mental health (I am not sure anyone really does).”
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It is true that all children have their moments of being challenging - episodes like having a tantrum about bed time, or refusing to do maths homework spring to mind! However, there is a difference between the usual tantrums associated with children growing up and learning about rules and boundaries, and what is classed as ‘challenging behaviour’.
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New dates are now available for booking in Selby and Scarborough on our FREE Essential Skills for Working with Children and Young People course.
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“At our school, where parenting courses have historically not worked, BrightSparks have come in and delivered behaviour and child development training that is well structured, research-led and accessible to all.”
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Looking for a new job or voluntary opportunity? To get one, you’ll need a great CV that shows off your skills and experience. Here’s our top tips on how to go about writing one.
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This week, we spoke to Steph, a Lead Teaching Assistant from London: "The best thing about my role? Seeing our students learn life skills, and the pure joy they experience when they have the light bulb moment."
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"There's always something new to learn, and every child, family and situation is different, so every day is different and brings a new challenge. I love knowing a child is safer or happier because of my work."
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"I've always enjoyed working with people, and I love creative activities. Plus I like sharing creative ideas with people and seeing what they do with them."
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"I had the interview on Friday and got the job ten minutes after the interview. To say I was stunned was an understatement!"
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New free Essential Skills for Working With Children and Young People courses open for bookings. All thanks to En:Able grant funding.
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"This course and the two amazing trainers have boosted my self-esteem and confidence to explore my next steps"
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Many people find applying for a job and attending interviews intimidating but a bit of self-reflection can really help you to succeed.
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Fatima and Suha both look to start new lives in Hull after being forced to flee their previous home by the devastating effects of war.
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"I will now consider working with children in education. Thank you so much for the great three weeks of inspiring me"
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20 refugees successfully completed BrightSparks' Refugee Integration and Employability training course in Hull, funded by a grant from the People's Postcode Trust.
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