Topic outline

  • Wide Horizons


  • Getting into a Job that Makes a Difference

    • This programme will help people who are not in work move into a job ‘with a purpose’.

      These are ‘impact jobs’ – jobs that make a real difference to people and communities. They are rewarding but also properly paid with exciting career prospects.

      Wide Horizons is a flexible programme that challenges you to think differently about yourself. You will build confidence in working with others, visit different social enterprises and be supported by an experienced mentor.

      Above all, you will meet new people, make new friends and enjoy finding out about different sorts of jobs and workplaces.


      During this programme, you will:

      • Share your dreams and what you are passionate about
      • Discover your own strengths and skills

      • Visit local social enterprises (ethical businesses that exist to create positive social and/or environmental change)

      • Find out how to get into jobs that create fairer communities

      • Get mentoring to help you find a rewarding new job

      • Participate in team-building activities and gain an internationally recognised teamwork qualification for your CV



      Who is it for?

      Applicants must be aged 16+, not in work and based in Moray.


      Programme Details

      Dates: Starting August 2022, exact dates tbc

      Wide Horizons – working in a team to make a difference

      Visit interesting social enterprises in Moray

      Mentoring support from a social enterprise leader

      Every Wednesday

      Every second Thursday

      Regular calls to help you into an ‘impact job’ that’s right for you

      Time: 9.30am-2.30pm

      Where: Elgin

      Cost: Fully funded by Moray Pathways

      Attendance: Four day Wide Horizons programme. You will be also be invited to visit social enterprise workplaces and have access to support from an experienced mentor.

      Accreditation: You can achieve a qualification in ‘Team Working Skills’. No previous qualifications are needed.


      The inputs, support, connections and learning gained has been instrumental to my success to date." Previous Learner

       The Academy is as valuable for its bringing people together as it is for the programmes it delivers." Previous Learner

       I am much more knowledgeable and have a much greater understanding of where I have meant to be going" Previous Learner


        


      More Information

      Mark Hutchison | MarkHutchsion@socialenterprise.academy



      This programme is delivered by the Social Enterprise Academy in partnership with Moray Pathways. It is fully funded by Moray Pathways and the European Social Fund.