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1 Community Learning Adult Learning Courses in Lincolnshire The SFA, the organisation that exists to make England better skilled and more competitive, is working in partnership with Lincolnshire County Council on this initiative. Leading Learning and Skills. FREE courses inside Contact us Customer Service Centre on or visit for course information.

2 Discover a wide range of courses Interested in Community Learning? There are a wide variety of learning courses to choose from across Lincolnshire. In this brochure you will find a selection of the types of course on offer. To see the full range you can search online at or contact your local learning provider listed in the back of the brochure. For information on all learning courses and the Learner Support Fund contact the Customer Service Centre on Our commitment to you The Community Learning Service will provide learning opportunities that: Allow learners to develop their skills and confidence Encourage progression to further learning, volunteering and employment Improve Employability Develop Community Leadership skills Develop and promote physical and mental wellbeing and social inclusion Support children s achievement through the involvement of parents How much does it cost? All courses are subsidised by the Skills Funding Agency. Course fees are displayed next to the course on the website. Concessions of 50% are available if you receive one of the following benefits or fit into one of the categories below: Job Seeker s allowance (JSA) Employment and support allowance (work related activity) (ESA WRAG) Offenders who are serving their time in the community Asylum seekers in receipt of the equivalent of income -based benefit (assistance under the terms of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999) and their dependents Contents Concessions of 25% are also available for learners aged over 60 on or before the If you are unemployed and in receipt of a state benefit, please contact your learning provider for further information on the concessions you may be eligible for. Register online FREE today, or contact your learning provider to book a place on a course Family Learning 14 Phone the Customer Service Centre where our friendly team of advisors will talk to you about the courses available and provide further information over the phone, call No access to a computer or the Internet? Phone the Customer Service Centre, our friendly team of advisors will talk to you about the list of courses available and provide further information over the phone, call New ways to register You can register by contacting your local provider directly, or online at Venues Select a venue and we ll tell you what s available. If you require any more information about our courses please call our customer service centre on Sign up When you have found the course you want to join simply register online FREE today following the 3 easy steps on pages If you would like more information about our courses please call our Customer Service Centre on or contact the learning provider directly. Learner Stories 16 Adult Learners Week 20 Learner Support 21 Skills for Life 22 Equal Opportunities 23 Safeguarding your Learning 24 Providers 25 Community Learning Service 31 Volunteering * Disclaimer - Register online FREE. Not all courses are free. 03

3 Different ways to register 1. Online at 2. Contact the learning provider from the details on pages For further information or advice contact the Customer Service Centre Three easy steps 1 find Register online FREE today* Subject areas Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care 06 2 choose Arts, Media and Publishing 07 Business Administration and Law 08 Catering, Retail, Beauty and Hospitality 08 Construction, Planning and the Build Environment 09 Education and Training 09 3 register Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Health, Public Services and Care Help If you need help to search for a course or to register contact the Customer Service Centre History, Philosophy and Theology Information and Communications Technology Languages, Literature and Culture Leisure, Travel and Tourism * Disclaimer - Register online FREE. Not all courses are free. Life and Work Skills 13 Science and Mathematics 13 Social Sciences

4 Subject area contents Subject area contents Arts, media and publishing Let your creative side loose and learn new skills in arts, crafts, sewing and photography. Write the name of the courses you are interested in here You can search for a course by subject or by venue. Once you ve found a course you like you can register your interest online, or by contacting the provider directly. Below is a selection of the many different courses that we offer across Lincolnshire. To find out more search on line at contact the learning provider directly, or ring our friendly Customer Service Centre team on Agriculture, horticulture and animal care Let your green fingers grow with gardening tips and tricks. Celebrate flora and fauna with flower arranging and hand tied bouquets. Take care of your animals with exercise programmes and first aid. Basic Equine Care Basic Equine Exercise Basic Equine Routine Being a Vet Assistant Better Hanging Baskets and Containers Bushcraft Christmas Floristry Contemporary Floral Design for Your Home Countryside Activities Environmental Conservation HHW Flora and Fauna of the Lincolnshire Wolds Floristry for Beginners Flower Arranging for Celebrations - Intermediate Go Green - Sustainability for All Grow and Eat Your Own Produce Grow Your Own Veg Herbs for Health Horse Riding for Adults Horticulture Floristry for Improvers Improving the Yield from Your Allotment Introduction to Family Activities Introduction to Horticulture Introduction to Making Woodcraft Products Introduction to Outdoor Activities Keeping Chickens - A Beginner s Guide Making Charcoal Making the Most of Your Garden Organic Gardening Organic Vegetable Growing for Beginners Outdoor Activities for Smallholders Outdoor Activities for Young People Pet First Aid Planning Your Spring Garden Plant Propagation Planting Your Own Vegetables Seasonal Flower Arranging for Beginners Spring Flower Arranging for Beginners Things You Need to Know to Train Your Dog Wildlife Gardening Winter Colour in the Garden Working on the Land Acrylic Painting for Improvers Advanced Knitting Art Art 4 Beginners Art History Art1 Art2 Card Making Christmas Cards and More Christmas Crafts Christmas Floristry Collage Cards Community Drama Craft for those with Disabilities Crafts for Spring Crafts for Winter Creative Crafts Creative Writing - Intermediate Creative Writing for Beginners Designing Promotional Materials Digital Camera Skills Digital Photography Drama for those with Disabilities Dressmaking Easter Floral Creation Environmental Art Exploring Acrylic Paint for Beginners Exploring Art Extending Your Acrylic Painting Skills Extending Your Watercolour Skills Floristry for Beginners Further Digital Camera Skills Further into Drawing Garden Photography Get Creative! Getting more from Photoshop and Your Camera Getting the most from Your Digital Camera Glass Painting Taster Handbag Making Health through Art Interior Design Interior Design for Beginners Intermediate Photography Intermediate Photoshop Introduction to Art Introduction to Creative Writing Introduction to Digital Cameras and Photo Editing Introduction to Digital Photography Introduction to DJ and Dance Production Introduction to Drawing Introduction to Movie Maker Introduction to Outdoor Art Activities Introduction to Photography, Studio and Digital Printing Introduction to Pottery Jewellery Making Jewellery Making for Beginners Just Wanna Dance Just Wanna Dance 2 Making and Editing Short Films/ Promo s Making Mosaics More Jewellery Making Techniques and Tips Mosaic Workshop Music for those with Disabilities Painting for Beginners Painting with Acrylics Painting with Glass Painting with Watercolours Painting with Watercolours - an Introduction Painting with Watercolours - intermediate Pet Portraits Photography for Beginners Photoshop - an Introduction Poetry for Beginners Pop Art Positive Steps - Art into Employment Practical and Decorative Knot Tying Scrapbooking Scrapbooking for Beginners Workshop Silk Scarf Painting Soft Furnishings for the Home Start to Crochet Start to Knit Station Art Thrifty Home Style Watercolour Painting Taster Watercolour Workshop Willow Weaving Winter Inspired Art Crafts with Fabric Knitting for Beginners Crafts with Glass Life Drawing 06 for an updated list of courses available visit 07

5 Subject area contents Business administration and law Understand the steps to starting your business and working in business. Construction, planning and the build environment Improve your DIY know how, or think about learning a trade with building and construction. Subject area contents Admin 4 Work An Introduction to Law Book Keeping for Beginners Buying and Selling on ebay Committee Training Customer Service Skills Delivering Outstanding Customer Service Good Communication Skills - Answer That Telephone Introduction to Accounts Level 2 Introduction to Accounts Level 3 Introduction to Accounts Level 4 Introduction to Certificate in Leadership Introduction to Computerised Accounts Introduction to Computerised Book-keeping Introduction to Payroll Listening Skills Managing Voluntary and Community Organisations Funding Managing Voluntary and Community Organisations Governance Managing Voluntary and Community Organisations Personnel Managing Voluntary and Community Organisations Planning and Policy Mentoring Skills Next Steps to a Career in Business and Administration Presentation Skills Public Speaking and Confidence Building Self-Employment - the Basics Self-Employment - Turning a Hobby into a Business Small Business Set up Start Your Own Business Thinking of Starting Your own Business? Understanding Facebook and Other Networking Sites Using Computers for Work What it s Like to be an Office Worker Better Bricklaying Carpentry for Beginners CSCS Theory Discovering Historic Buildings in Boston Discovering Medieval Churches DIY in the Home - Brickwork DIY in the Home - Joinery DIY in the Home - Plastering DIY in the Home - Plumbing Green construction HHW Introduction to Brick Laying Introduction to Brickwork Introduction to Carpentry & Joinery Introduction to Joinery Introduction to Plastering Introduction to Plumbing Introduction to Power-flushing Looking after Historic Buildings Looking at Historic Buildings Painting and Decorating for Ladies Plastering Skills for Beginners Rustic Woodwork Tiling in the Home Catering, retail, beauty and hospitality A variety of courses from holistic therapy to health and safety to inspire your entrepreneurial spirit. Education and training Barbering Basic Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft Skills Basic Cookery Basic Food Hygiene Beauty Therapy Nail Care Taster Better Communication, Better Selling Bread Making Building Commercial Web Pages Cake Decorating Cake Decoration Saturday Workshop Cookery - Healthy Meals Cookery for Men Cooking on a Budget Creating Healthy Packed Lunches Cupcakes for Christmas Cupcakes for Easter Entertaining for Easter Everything you ever wanted to know about - Fish Everything you ever wanted to know about - Game Everything you ever wanted to know about - Poultry Everything you ever wanted to know about - Shellfish Everything you ever wanted to know about - Vegetables Fabulous Indian Cooking for Beginners Festive Cooking for Christmas Food Safety Food Safety in the Kitchen Healthy Eating and Nutrition Introduction to Beauty Therapy Introduction to Complimentary Health Introduction to Hairdressing Introduction to Nail Care Introduction to Practical Massage Therapies Introduction to Recycling in the Community Introduction to Working in Hospitality Introduction to Working in Retail Jam Making Love Food Hate Waste! Making Choices in Retail Massage More Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft Skills More Fabulous Indian Cooking - Intermediate Nail Art - Tips and Techniques Next Steps to a Career in Retail Perfect Manicures and Pedicures Recycling and Sustainability Royal Icing Secrets of the Chefs So you Want to Work in Retail? The Big Stamford Bake Off! Wedding Cupcakes Wine and Food Appreciation - Spain/ Italy Support children through to adults with courses designed to encourage learning and development. Children s Learning and Development Supporting EAL Children an Parents Guide to Revision and Introduction Research Supporting SEN & Behaviour Safeguarding Adults in Education Management So you Think you Want to be a Supporting Teaching and Learning Teaching Assistant? an Introduction So you Think you Want to Teach Teaching (PTLLS) an Introduction Adults? Teaching Adults an Introduction Supporting Children with Downs and Volunteering an Introduction Autism What it s Like to be a Teaching Supporting Children with Literacy Assistant and Numeracy Supporting Children with Literacy and Numeracy 08 for an updated list of courses available visit 09

6 Subject area contents Subject area contents Engineering and manufacturing technologies Take the pain out of garage payments with basic car maintenance, and if you are thinking about a new trade in manufacturing technologies, there are introductory courses on welding and vehicle technology. Basic Car Maintenance Introduction to Vehicle Technology Car Servicing for Beginners Introduction to Welding Hybrid Vehicle Safety Motorcycle Maintenance for Introduction to Electrical Installation Beginners Introduction to Motor Vehicle Preparing a Track Vehicle History, philosophy and theology From antiques to archaeology, courses for the curious and the expert. Archaeological Methods Archaeology Archaeology of Lincolnshire Buying and Selling Antiques Discovering Lincolnshire s Heritage - A Taster Family History Family History - Explore Your Family Tree Famous Lincolnshire Buildings Famous Lincolnshire People Famous People and Places (Stamford/Lincolnshire) Genealogy Interactive Antiques Introduction to Pottery Introduction to Volunteering Local History Medieval Life in Lincolnshire Researching Local History The Roman Army in Lincolnshire Tudor History Information and communications technology Health, public services and care If you re IT terrified or IT terrific, there are courses for all levels of ability from complete novice to advanced practitioner. Pamper yourself and others with a beauty therapy course, or learn first aid techniques for use in the workplace and at home. Act Safely in the Workplace Mental Health Issues Go On With Computers ICT for Beginners ICT for the Terrified Internet and for Beginners Internet and for the Terrified IT for the Terrified IT Skills for Employment Making the most of Your Digital Camera Making the most of Your iphone and ipad Microsoft Office for Beginners Advanced First Aid Mother and Baby Yoga Internet and s Online Job Search Skills Aromatherapy Natural Skincare Workshop Internet Safety Photographic Art Autism Awareness New Parent First Aid Internet Shopping Picture Editing for Beginners Baby Massage Basic First Aid Bathroom Heaven Bathroom Heaven - Christmas Theme Bathroom Heaven Workshop Counselling for Beginners Dementia Awareness Drug Awareness Emergency First Aid in the Workplace Equality and Diversity First Aid Techniques Food and Nutrition Improver s Counselling Indian Head Massage Infection Control Introduction to Alternative Therapies Introduction to Crystal Healing Introduction to Hopi Ear Candles Introduction to Indian Head Massage Introduction to Nutrition Introduction to Reflexology Introduction to Sound Healing Introduction to Using Essential Oils Next Steps to a Career in Childcare Paediatric Emergency Response Paediatric First Aid Paediatric First Aid for Parents and Carers Paediatric First Aid Techniques Reflexology Reiki 1 Reiki 2 Safe Handling of Medicines Stress and Relaxation Workshop Weekly Weigh In and Health Club Applications of ICT Beyond Filtering out News and Controlling Your Information/Reading Beyond Google: Using on the go Research, Podcasts, RSS etc. Calendars and Tasks on Your Computer Computer Club Computer Security Computers for Beginners Computers for Fun Computers for Improvers Computers for the Terrified Digital Imaging Digital Photography Stage 2 ebay Buying and Selling ebay Getting Started E-Communication and the Internet Excel Spreadsheets for Beginners Extending Your Digital Camera Skills First Click with Computers Freeing the Net Further Web Design Getting the most from your MAC Getting the most out of MS Office Introduction to Apple Mac Introduction to Computers Introduction to Computing, Internet and Introduction to Databases Introduction to Digital Cameras Introduction to Digital Photography Introduction to Introduction to File Management Introduction to Internet Banking Introduction to iphone and ipad Introduction to IT and the Internet Introduction to Microsoft Publisher Introduction to MS Office Introduction to Online Grocery Shopping Introduction to PowerPoint Introduction to Skype Introduction to Spreadsheets Introduction to the Internet Introduction to Web Design Introduction to Word Processing iphone Photography IT for the Slightly Less Terrified Prepare for ECDL Setting up itunes for PC and Mac Users Spreadsheets and More The Online Shopper Understanding the Internet and s Using Assistive Technology to Access ICT Using ICT in Everyday Life Using IT to Produce Newsletters Using MS Project for Project Management Using Skype Using Social Media Using the Internet Using the Internet Safely Using Your Digital Camera Web Design for Beginners Word for Beginners 10 for an updated list of courses available visit 11

7 Subject area contents Subject area contents Languages, literature and culture Life and work skills A whole range of courses from sign language to conversational Spanish. Advanced French Introduction to British Culture Basic Sign Language Introduction to GCSE English British Sign Language - an Introduction to Literacy Introduction Introduction to Living in the UK British Sign Language for Beginners Introduction to Numeracy Chinese for Beginners Introduction to Sign Language Chinese for Improvers Italian for Beginners Conversational French Italian for Improvers Conversational Italian Italian Intermediate Conversational Spanish Latvian for Beginners Employability Skills Lithuanian for Beginners Employability Skills for ESOL Money Management French an Introduction Moving Forward with British Culture French for Beginners Polish for Beginners French for Improvers Polish for Improvers Further British Sign Language Portuguese for Beginners Further French Russian for Beginners Further Italian Shakespeare Made Easy Further Spanish Sign Language for Improvers German for Beginners Spanish an Introduction German for Improvers Spanish for Beginners Holiday French Spanish for Improvers Holiday Spanish Improve Your Written Communication Skills Improvers Italian Intermediate French Whether you are looking to manage your money or improve your CV, there are a variety of courses to help you with your personal development. Basic First Aid in the Workplace Basic Food Safety Be Better at Interviews Boost your Self Esteem Budgeting Skills Build Your Confidence in Managing Your Home Check Your Spelling and Grammar Communication Skills Cooking on a Budget CV Workshop CV Writing CV Writing and Interview Skills Employability Skills Employability Skills for ESOL Family Values First Aid in the Home Food Hygiene in the Home Fun with Letters - JCP Partnership Fun with Numbers Fun with Numbers - JCP Partnership Get that Job! - Boost your employability Health and Safety Health and Safety Awareness (Rural) Health and Safety Awareness (Warehouse) Health and Safety including CSCS Card Awareness Healthy Cookery Improve Your Number Skills Improve Your Word Skills Improving Your Confidence Interview Skills Introduction to Accounts and Payroll Introduction to English for Speakers of Other Languages Introduction to Literacy Introduction to Numeracy Introduction to Time Management Listen and Respond to Requests Making Employers Want You Making Spreadsheets Work For You Making the Most of Your CV Managing Your Money Managing Your Money after Christmas Manual Handling in the Home and at Work Money Made Clear Money Management Numbers in the Workplace - JCP Partnership Open Door Passport to Housing Preparation for Life and Work Present Personal Information Presentation Skills Return to Work Steps to that Perfect Job Telephone Skills The World of Work Three Steps to Employment, CV, Application, Interview Words in the Workplace - JCP Partnership Your Money - How Do You Manage? Leisure, travel and tourism Science and mathematics Get in shape with fun classes for all levels of fitness. Take time out to book a holiday and learn about heritage sites. Body Balance Combo Yoga, Tai Chi, Learn to Run Pilates Legs Bums and Tums Boost Your Self Esteem Lincolnshire Heritage Sites Deans Project Low Impact Exercise Exercise for the Elderly Mind Your Body Shape Extend Your Yoga Skills Outdoor Fitness Boot Camp Gentle Exercise Pilates Get Fit With Dancercise Run 5K Hill Walking Searching and Booking Holidays Introduction to Health and Fitness Online Introduction to Outdoor Fitness Travel in Europe with Confidence Keep Fit with Yoga Skills Watch Your Body Shape Zumba Crime through to maths, courses for brushing up on skills or understanding behaviour. Adolescent Psychology Further Psychology - An Exploration Introduction to Forensics Introduction to GCSE Human Physiology and Health Introduction to GCSE Mathematics Parents - Brush up your Maths Psychology - An Introduction Psychology of Crime Psychology of Family Relationships Psychology of the Aging Population Understanding Statistics and Data Whodunit? Introduction to Forensic Science Why People Behave the Way They do? Social sciences Understand the wider society, economy and diversity in the UK. Getting Involved in Local Democracy / How People Think and Learn Understanding Diversity in the UK Understanding the Cost of Living Empower Yourself! Sociology - An introduction Young People as Active Citizens in the UK 12 for an updated list of courses available visit 13

8 Family learning Family learning courses include: Family English Family Fun Investigating Family Fun Family Maths and Exploring with Computers Family Fun with Food Family Fun Outdoors Power of Play Offers wonderful opportunities for mums, dads and carers to take part in fun and educational activities to support their child s development. Learning through Play Family Fun with Reading Family Fun on a Budget Family Crafts Let s Talk Let s Get Messy! Pots of Gold Recycle, Refashion Junk Modelling Courses give you the chance to brush up on your own literacy, language and number skills, and some offer the opportunity to gain a Functional Skills qualification in English or maths and an AIM Award (previously National Open College Network Award). Advice and guidance about further learning, employment and volunteering opportunities is included on every course. All courses are FREE Children whose parents support their learning and take a keen interest in their education do better at school and in later life. (DfES, 2004, Delivering Skills I love working with my children in school. It gives all of us a confidence boost, a chance to make new friends, listen to other parents about their children s behaviour and how they deal with it. It is great to share knowledge. A crèche may be available for for Life) Learner Feedback younger children Wide choice of courses available Helps you support your child with reading, writing and the For information on all learning courses and the Learner Support Fund: national curriculum Opportunity for quality time with your family Builds confidence in you and your child Fun and informative Courses take place throughout the year, all over the county. Telephone Customer Service Centre on or visit for course information. To find out more please contact the Customer Service Centre on or visit and follow the links to Family Learning

9 Learner Stories Learner stories Charlotte Loveday, a mum to two boys, took part in a Family Learning course at St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School, Lincoln in 2008, and found she d caught the learning bug! Family Learning set me on the road for more learning Charlotte explained that it was the guidance and support of the Family Learning Tutor that had encouraged her in her learning. After attending the Family Learning course and gaining two literacy qualifications, Charlotte Everyone who starts one of our courses is achieving their own personal success by learning something new. Here are just a few of our success stories. Family learning provides small steps to success enrolled at Lincoln College, where she gained the qualifications needed to become a teaching assistant. At Lincoln College she was officially diagnosed as being dyslexic, but thanks to the one-to-one support, she was able to progress with her studies and very successfully gained a Grade A in her L3 CACHE Diploma in Childcare and Education. Charlotte is now employed as a Teaching Assistant at St.Peter at Gowts Primary School. The school is very proud of her achievements. A bit of a boost! An exciting new course Boost Your Self-Esteem started in January 2012 at Riverside Training, Gainsborough. This popular five week course was designed to enable participants to improve their self-esteem, self-worth, self-belief and confidence levels. All learners shared a common experience that had affected their self esteem. The group developed a supportive, positive and happy relationship and have become good friends. The course has had such a positive impact on learners that they have started their own support network. Operation fly swat! Rehabilitating prisoners from North Sea Camp undertook a GROW learning course in Health and Safety. This enabled them to form a fly-tipping squad as part of a multi-agency task force to clean up the local area. Learner Stories Some learner feedback: I was at a very difficult time in my life when I was introduced to this course. I cannot say how much this has changed my life. The Tutor has been an inspiration and has made me value myself and boost my self-esteem. I cannot thank her enough. It has helped me with confidence and to overcome my fear of walking in to a room. I have now realised that I have to change my life as I m the only person that can do this. Thanks to the Tutor I now have confidence and some trust in others again. I have also met a great group of people that I keep in touch with. I ve found the course beneficial towards my recovery from alcohol addiction. Dropped a dress size! In Spring 2012 the Community Learning Service piloted a new course in the South of the County focussing on exercise and healthy eating which has proved a great success with all the learners. The course combines a forty-five minute exercise class with a fifteen minute healthy eating advice with a healthier lifestyle by joining a club and changing their eating habits. Comments such as the only course where my weight has decreased every week for 10 weeks and really thrilled with the results, not just weight loss but shape change too show how A prison spokesperson commented rehabilitation of offenders is helped by developing a normal route of work, giving satisfaction after a day s labour and a job well done and is essential preparation for release.this was an example of how everyone can improve their skills and contribute to the local community. For information on all learning courses and the Learner Support Fund: Telephone Customer Service Centre on or visit for course information. session and optional weigh-in. Feedback received successful the course has been. confirmed that all learners achieved their personal goals with many committed to continuing 16 17

10 Learner Stories Family learning - knitting to help orphans in South Africa Tutor of the year Learner Stories Family Learning learners at Wragby and Wainfleet The Tutor of the Year Award celebrates the hard have been busy supporting the knit-a-square challenge which has involved participants knitting or crocheting 1.2 million squares and sending work tutors do for our partner organisations and the impact they have on the learner. Joanne Grant was awarded the title for them to a centre in South Africa. Young offenders and inmates in South Africa sew the squares together to make blankets for orphaned or vulnerable children as a result of HIV/AIDs and poverty. The Family Learning group have also knitted vests and hats for these vulnerable children. This enterprising group of learners have funded the postage costs through a craft sale in the local village hall. Joanne works for Live and Learn and was nominated by Jane Schofield Director of Live and Learn based in Ketton. Jane first met Jo when she attended a CV Writing workshop that Live and Learn delivered. Jo was adjusting to life as a single parent and making every effort to retrain and look for work which could accommodate her need Simple as ABC Learner M had a passion for writing but due to a progressive debilitating illness became isolated at home and became less confident about continuing with this important aspect of their life. A turning point was the discovery that for people in these particular circumstances, one-to-one learning could be delivered in their own home. Learning stories was story of the week and pick of the day on Face book and Twitter. to care for her son. With a view to exploring a new direction and opening up her horizons she had just completed a Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector course at New College Stamford. The course really inspired her, and she was thrilled to find out there were opportunities for teaching in the subject she is qualified in (Payroll, Accounts and Sage), and that she could harness her interest in crafts and develop teaching skills in this sector. Jane told us Jo has 100% commitment and dedication to whatever is asked of her; whether it is preparing her courses and workshops, exploring opportunities for developing other skills, and finding ways round managing being a single mother with a new career. Feedback from Learners indicated how supportive and professional Jo is in the classroom. She is particularly inspirational to the female learners who did not enjoy or did not do well at school. ICT skills has opened up a whole new world and the latest update from M celebrates this having joined the writers website ABC Tales one of their Nominate someone Please Sir! I want some more If you have received outstanding support and teaching from your Tutor you can nominate him/her for the Tutor of the Year award on the County Council website. For information on all learning courses and the Learner Support Fund: The Archaeology of Prehistory in Lincolnshire may not initially be everyone s cup of tea. However, a group of learners who decided to try this Heritage course were so enthused that every single learner has asked for more. Comments included opened up my mind mind blowing, encouraged to go out and discover more about Lincolnshire you have whetted our appetites. a fantastic course, given with great enthusiasm from the tutor, who gave us time to speak and get a good grip on the subject. Some learners were so enthusiastic to find out more, they are now volunteers on various heritage projects within the community. Please go online to communitylearning, follow the links for Tutor of the Year, and complete the nomination form. The Tutor of the Year award will be presented at the Partner Celebration, which will take place on 12 October Learners who nominate either the winner or the runners-up, will be invited to the award ceremony to join in the celebrations. Telephone Customer Service Centre on or visit for course information

11 Adult learners week Adult Learners Week is the largest annual festival of learning; inspiring thousands of people each year to discover how learning can change their lives. Learner support Services for Learners Progression: These are some of the services we offer (subject to eligibility in some cases). When you finish your learning programme what will you do next? Many of our learners find that Adult learners week Look out for Adult Learners Week activities taking place in libraries and other learning venues across Lincolnshire, May Visit communitylearning for further details. Adult Learners Week gives you the opportunity to explore the many different kinds of learning; whether you want to get a better job, try something you ve always wanted to, be able to help your children at school or discover something new about the world around you. Keep in touch with family and friends online Widen your High Street and shop online Find out about employment opportunities Increase your spending power and discover household savings Adult learners week family storytime activities An invitation to parents and carers with their pre-school children, to discover the fun and excitement of Family Storytime activities at selected libraries across the county. Look out for details in your local library or on our website FREE hour long Beginners Internet Taster Session Support for learners with disabilities or learning difficulties Help with English, maths and dyslexia Financial support from our Learner Support Fund for specialist equipment, transport assistance, child care and course resources Advice about progression opportunities If you have any special requirements please speak to your Tutor, or telephone the Customer Service Centre for further information on Venues and disabled access: The Learning Service uses schools and other venues such as church halls and community centres. If you would like information about access to a venue, please telephone the Customer Service Centre on Quality of your course: The Learning Service sets high standards for the quality of its provision. Skills Funding Agency subsidised courses must meet standards set by once they get a taste for learning they come back time and time again. Lincolnshire County Council works with a number of Learning Partners to provide a wide range of learning opportunities around the county. During each course learners are given information on further learning and volunteering opportunities available in their area, along with information to support job hunting. Website information: Our website, gives information on: the types of courses we offer, our learning providers, advice on next steps, careers guidance and learner stories. To find out more contact the National Careers Service on or browse their website: Ofsted. nationalcareersservice. All classes are subject to observation to monitor the direct.gov.uk quality of your learning experience or activity, this is 20 part of our Quality Improvement Framework. 21

12 Skills for life Equal opportunities Would you like to improve your letter writing, feel more confident with spelling and completing application forms? Would you feel happy if you could check and manage your money, understand percentages and help your children with their homework? Functional Skills qualifications in English and maths at Levels 1 and 2 are available from our learning providers across the county. Courses and qualifications are free! You ll receive lots of help while you learn. To find out more contact the National Careers Service Equality of opportunity & diversity. Lincolnshire County Council welcomes learners from all backgrounds and is committed to providing the best possible learning opportunities for all our learners. we will: Provide education and training opportunities for all, without discrimination, and treat learners with courtesy and respect Make sure the premises we use are accessible, safe, clean and suitable for purpose Listen to what our learners say and recognise that people have different ways of learning Make sure that individual learning needs are met throughout the course, with opportunities for learners to feedback on their progress Challenge unsuitable behaviour which offends or discriminates against fellow learners and/ or staff Make sure our staff are well trained and supported so they can provide a high quality service Provide information for learners, written in plain English. Information can be requested in large print, Braille, other languages and audio formats A copy of the County Council s Equal Opportunities policy is available on the website at: or browse their website: nationalcareersservice. direct.gov.uk Monitor learner progress and achievements and provide additional support to ensure that all our learners make progress in their Learning Journey Embrace diversity and encourage people to maximise their potential and be valued for the contribution they make to our community Regularly consult with the wider community in order to monitor and evaluate the quality of our service delivery For information on all learning courses and the Learner Support Fund: Telephone Customer Service Centre on or visit for course information. 23

13 Safeguarding your learning We will: Remind staff and learners to respect Providers This map has been divided into 6. Each provider has a map reference. other people s right to safety and not to hurt or abuse or threaten to hurt or map ref 1 map ref 2 abuse others. Make sure all our learners are taught by appropriately vetted and monitored staff We are committed to providing a learning environment where all learners feel confident that everybody is treated fairly on their chosen learning programme. We endeavour to ensure that the well-being, health and safety of staff and learners are a priority at all times. and volunteers. Provide effective, personal care support, where appropriate. Give staff and learners guidelines, procedures and information to address harassment, hurt and bullying, and how to seek help where necessary. Make sure that all our staff are skilled in supporting the various needs of learners map ref 3 map ref 4 and challenge inappropriate behaviour and language. map ref 5 map ref 6 We have divided the county into 6 squares, these areas make it easy to identify which location is near you. On the following pages each provider has a number and a map reference. Alternatively if a course is not at a location near you, you could use the Call Connect bus service to take you direct to the venue from your home. call CONNECT If you see a course near you and need transport why not call or logon at and we take you there 24 for an updated list of courses available visit 25

14 Providers 2012/13 Providers 2012/13 Aspire Consultancy and Training 3 Boston College (Continued) Deepings Community Trust (Continued) Grantham College 5 Courses in Lincoln Aspire Consultancy and Training is a new social enterprise based in Lincoln. Our training and support work is delivered at a range of venues across the county such as community centres, community gardens and allotments, Neighbourhood Management offices and the training suites at our head office based in the BGFutures Business and Enterprise Hub, on the Bishop Grosseteste University campus. We have developed courses and workshops which assist people, to start up groups, or clubs in their own local area, and take charge of providing Youth and Community Clubs, Advice Hubs and Support Networks. We also deliver a range of courses and qualifications which support people to set-up their own businesses and social enterprises, like our own. In particular, we aim to reach out to those groups and individuals who have experienced barriers to education and employment such as health, mental health or substance use, long-term unemployment, isolation, a criminal record or poor core employability skills. We deliver a range of accredited courses which blend workshop and on-the-job volunteering placements which follow on from the content of our Grow courses. Practical Activities for Youth Work Self-Employment Turning a Hobby Starting a Shared Interest or Hobby into a Business Starting your own Youth Club Getting involved in Local or Group Democracy/Empower yourself! Thinking of Volunteering in your Young People as Active Citizens Community with Young People/ Self Employment the Basics Vulnerable Adults Aspire Consultancy and Training CiC Unit 11 BGFutures Business and Enterprise Hub, Bishop Grosseteste University College, Lincoln. LN1 3DY Tel: info@aspirecic.org.uk Boston College Courses in Boston, Horncastle, Skegness, Sleaford and Spalding Boston College is a forward-looking, vibrant and successful college offering a wide range of courses for adults, which are both fun and informative. One of our key aims is to raise aspirations and to help people to achieve the very best they can. We are focused on delivering excellence and offer high quality teaching and learning with friendly and supportive tutors. Our culture is one of respect, openness, challenge and trust. People really matter at Boston College and the needs of our learners drive everything we do. We offer a FREE impartial, award winning Careers service to both prospective and current students and also, the general public. Our Careers, Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) trained advisors are available by appointment, call to book. Basic Equine Care / Introduction to Health Exercise / Routine & Fitness Basic Car Maintenance Introduction to Digital Cameras Computing and Photo Editing Basic First Aid Healthy Eating and Nutrition Cake Decorating Introduction to Accounts Levels 2, 3 and 4 Cooking on a Budget Boston College Tel: info@boston.ac.uk Boston College - SPALDING Tel: reception@slc.boston.ac.uk CG Partnership 1-2 Courses in Gainsborough, Market Rasen, Mablethorpe CG Partnership is a community-based training organisation, which specialises in offering a wide range of courses for adults on a local basis. Many of our courses can lead to a nationally-recognised certificate but this isn t compulsory. Emergency First Aid at Work Beginners /Improvers Computing Health and Safety at Work Basic Food Hygiene Mental Health Awareness Legs, Bums and Tums Making the Most of Your Garden Pet Portraits Adolescent Psychology Get That Job! Market Rasen Learning Centre 8 Queen Street, Market Rasen, LN8 3EH Tel: Gainsborough Learning Centre 8 The Foundry, 60 Bridge Street, Gainsborough, DN21 1LS Tel: Mablethorpe Learning Centre Seacroft Road, Mablethorpe, LN12 2DT Tel: Deepings Community Trust 5 Courses in Market Deeping Deepings Community Trust is a volunteer led centre. Our courses, targeted at retired people, are designed to help you acquire new skills for you to use on your own home computer. All of our courses allow you to learn at your own pace, supported by enthusiastic tutors. Word Processing Digital Photo Download Files and Folder Management Introduction to Spreadsheets Tel: trustees@deepingscommunitytrust.co.uk ESH Consultancy Courses in Lincolnshire 1-6 ESH Consultancy & Training Ltd has provided training for many thousands of people over the last nine years. All our courses are delivered in a way that ensures you enjoy your time learning with us. Whether you want to learn more about arts, history, IT, languages or business, committees and employability, we provide something for everyone. Quotes from previous learners that best describe us include; Your training room is lovely, it s like going to someone s home ;...best course I ve ever been on - I actually learnt something! Computers for Beginners Understanding the Internet and s An introduction to Beauty Therapy An introduction to Hairdressing Exercise for the Elderly Introduction to the Internet and PC Basics Card Making Community Drama Local History Italian / Spanish for Beginners Making Employers Want You! Unit 5, 22 The Green, Nettleham, Lincoln, LN2 2NR Tel: admin@eshconsultancy.co.uk advert Courses in Grantham Grantham College is committed to the provision of high quality services in support of the lifelong learning needs of students. The College has a history of high achievement, both in terms of student success and in partnership activities. Lip Reading Horse Riding for Adults DIY in the Home Introduction to Apple Mac Introduction to Spanish Introduction to Computing, Internet and Tel: enquiry@grantham.ac.uk Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire iphone Photography So you Think you Want to be a Teaching Assistant So you Think you Want to Teach Adults Making the Most of your CV Courses in Heckington and Boston Heritage Lincolnshire is a charitable trust established to protect, conserve and promote the rich heritage of the county, for the benefit of local people and visitors. We offer opportunities to learn about your local heritage, to gain new skills and to enjoy the rich and diverse history of this county. We aim to reach people who may not have explored their local heritage, and will encourage and support you in developing your interest. Discovering Historic Buildings in Boston Discovering Medieval Churches Looking after Historic Buildings Archaeological Methods Archaeology of Lincolnshire Tel: info@lincsheritage.org Providing local information for business Including: events, networking groups, support programmes and information for starting and growing your own business. Introduction to Volunteering Introduction to Pottery Medieval Life in Lincolnshire Researching Local History Discovering Lincolnshire s Heritage a Taster 26 for an updated list of courses available visit 27

15 Providers 2012/13 Providers 2012/13 Horncastle College 4 Live & Learn CIC 5-6 NewLink (Continued) RHG Consult Ltd Courses in Horncastle Courses in South Lincolnshire Courses in: Sleaford, Horncastle, Louth, Gainsborough, Horncastle College offers a varied programme of leisure learning courses and day workshops with particular emphasis on the Arts & Crafts. Our varied programme is based on community need and interest, and gives learners the opportunity to try a new skill in a friendly and welcoming adult environment. Bearhugs Day nursery is based on the college site and, with prior booking, can support childcare needs. Tel: horncastlecollege@lincolnshire.gov.uk Live & Learn CIC deliver high quality learning opportunities to adults (aged 19 and over) in South Lincolnshire. We offer learning opportunities for personal and creative fulfilment. Our courses fall into three broad subject areas: Arts & Crafts; IT Skills; and Employability. So regardless of whether you want to unleash your creative side, get to grips with computers, or maximise your job prospects, we will have a course to suit you. Applications of ICT Introduction to IT and the Internet Freeing the Net Tel: davidh@newlink.org Using Assistive Technology to Access ICT Preparation for Life and Work Grantham and Lincoln RHG Consult provide a range of qualifications and vocational skills in Business, Administration and Law. In particular we specialise in career transition, career progression, employability and enterprise skills. This includes courses in starting your own enterprise, interview skills, customer service and an introduction to accounting. We are accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management to provide qualifications in coaching, leadership, management and enterprise. Lincoln College Community Learning 3 Courses in Lincoln At Lincoln College our Community Programme is designed to help by taking the college to you, we offer courses in a range of local venues, from Libraries, Schools and Children s Centres. If you are looking to change your career, learn new skills or meet new people, joining our community courses is a step in the right direction. We have a range of courses running locally from healthy living, confidence building, first aid, sign language, practical massage therapies and languages to IT. A large number of our courses are free and right on your doorstep! So get in touch and talk to our friendly community team about what s happening in your area. First Aid for Young Children Beginners French / Italian / Healthy Living Polish / Spanish Improver s British Sign Language Painting and Decorating for Ladies Keeping Chickens ICT for the terrified a Beginner s Guide Beauty Therapy Nail Care Taster Introduction to Brick Laying Skills Art 4 Beginners Tel: communityeducation@lincolncollege.ac.uk Or you can find us on Facebook: Lincoln College Community and Access Lincolnshire Regional College (LRC) 4 Courses in Skegness LRC aims to provide learning to adults and school leavers who live in Skegness and the surrounding areas. LRC currently delivers a range of vocational and academic courses. We identify, gaps in education and training in the local area and aim to offer courses that are specific to the needs of the local people. Child Development Internet and for the Terrified Health and Safety in a Care Setting Planting Your own Vegetables Introduction to Motor Vehicle CV Writing Introduction to Brickwork Basic Cookery Tiling in the Home Food Safety in the Kitchen Tel: info@lincsrc.co.uk Sensory Skills Internet Shopping Working with the Vet Introduction to Working in Retail Being a Vet Assistant Jewellery Making Veg Growing CV Writing Computers for the Terrified Set up Your own Business Tel: info@liveandlearncic.com New College Stamford 5-6 Courses in Stamford, Bourne and Spalding Courses offered as part of our personal community development learning programme, aim to encourage learners to achieve through participating in courses as varied as Bricklaying, Spanish and Pilates. Learners may then have the opportunity to progress onto accredited learning at the College, or use their newly learnt skills in volunteering or employment. Psychology an Introduction Fabulous Indian Cooking First Aid for Beginners Flower Arranging for Celebrations Nail Art Tips and Techniques Cake Decorating and Pilates Sugar Craft Skills Interior Design Love Food Hate Waste! Painting for Beginners Tel: enquiries@stamford.ac.uk NewLink 1-6 Courses in Lincolnshire NewLink is an IT training provider working with adults with disabilities and restricted mobility. Our centre-based activity takes place in fully accessible training centres in Boston and Lincoln, where assistive technology is available to help overcome some of the barriers imposed by disability. Our home-based training scheme provides up to 20 training hours in computer skills and use of the Internet, for people who are either unable to attend a course outside their home or find it very difficult to do so, e.g. those with restricted mobility, carers who cannot leave their charges, the visually impaired and those for whom transport to a Learning Centre is very difficult. North East Lincolnshire Council Community Learning 1-6 Courses in Boston and Gainsborough The North East Lincolnshire Council Community Learning Services offers a very welcoming and safe environment for learning, and is committed to delivering high quality courses in a range of community venues in Boston and Gainsborough. Next Steps to a Career in Childcare Working on the Land Making Choices in Retail Health Through Art Building Your Confidence in Managing Your Home Pelican Trust Courses in Lincolnshire Tel: cls@nelincs.gov.uk The World of Work Your Money How do you Manage? What s it Like to be an Office Worker? Next Steps to a Career in Business and Administration Prepare for ECDL 1-6 Pelican Trust has been established for over 23 years now and has a vast amount of courses ready to deliver. We have excellent training rooms and a wealth of resources to enable us to deliver to all levels of learners. Our courses can be run from our facilities in Lincoln, or we are willing to travel to your venue. For a full list of courses and further information please do get in touch. Act Safely in the Workplace Basic First Aid Children s Learning and Development Communication Skills Food and Nutrition Computer Security Internet and s Using Social Media British Sign Language Presentation Skills Tel: carol@pelicantrust.org or stacey@pelicantrust.org Introduction to Nutrition Introduction to Complementary Health Tel: info@rhgconsult.co.uk Riverside Training Courses in Gainsborough Riverside Training was established in 2005 by the directors who have a passion to deliver training of a high quality. The centre is situated within the Marshall s Yard retail complex, Gainsborough. It is on the first floor and offers a relaxed and friendly environment to all ages using state of the art equipment. Full disabled access and facilities are available. There is ample parking on the site (free parking available for 3 hours for Riverside Training clients, a ticket must be displayed for the free parking period). There are five members of staff with a diverse range of skills and many years experience to enable the client to achieve their goals. We are renowned as a quality provider of training to both businesses and individuals in Gainsborough and the surrounding areas, in addition to holding Matrix status. A range of qualifications are available including preparation for the Construction Skills Card Safety (CSCS) testing. Beginner s Counselling Emergency First Aid in the Workplace Improver s Counselling Beginner s Florestry Beginner s Internet and CV Writing and Interview Skills Presentation Skills Start Your own Business Massage Art Boost Your Self-Esteem Admin 4 Work Beginner s Sign Language Tel: enquiries@riverside-training.org.uk Register online FREE today, or contact your learning provider to book a place on a course 1 28 for an updated list of courses available visit 29

16 Providers 2012/13 Seagull Recycling Ltd 4 Courses in Skegness Seagull Recycling Ltd is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, trustees and volunteers to share this commitment. Seagull Recycling and the Coastal Eco Centre aim to be a supportive and effective facility, where all members of the local community, irrespective of their age or ability, can have the opportunity to experience meaningful work and training in a non-threatening environment. SkillsLinc Ltd (Continued) Autism Awareness Getting Started with ebay Dementia Awareness ICT for the Terrified Drug Awareness Interior Design Budgeting Skills Thrifty Home Style Mental Health issues Creative Crafts Community learning service Bushcraft Countryside Activities Horticulture Outdoor Activities Wildlife Gardening ICT for Beginners Tel: info@skillslinc.co.uk Facebook: Skillslinc ltd Introduction to Family Activities Health and Safety Awareness Introduction to Making Outdoor Fitness Bootcamp Woodcraft Products enquiries@seagullrecycling.org.uk Sir Robert Pattinson Academy 3 Courses in North Hykeham Community Learning at Robert Pattinson School is committed to providing adults with access to organised courses and learning. We offer courses to help you develop your career, brush up on skills, or simply learn for fun. We are dedicated to providing the best opportunities for learning and personal development for all, within a caring and supportive environment. Aromatherapy Introduction to Joinery Indian Head Massage Introduction to Digital Photography Stress and Relaxation Workshop Cake Decoration Contemporary Floral Design Cookery Healthy Meals for Your Home Jewellery Making Grow Your own Vegetables Tel: community@robertpattinson.org.uk SkillsLinc Ltd 1-6 Courses in Lincolnshire SkillsLinc is a bespoke private training provider based in Lincoln. We offer accredited training and assessment both in the workplace, and a variety of short courses at selected venues across the county. Through our range of Apprenticeships, literacy, numeracy and ICT qualifications and our non-accredited learning, SkillsLinc is committed to providing the skills needed for tomorrow s workforce, or just the opportunity to try something new for fun. So whether you re looking for courses to help you back into work or learning, training to allow you to take a change of direction, or updating your skills to go for that promotion whatever you choose to do, our friendly tutors will be there to support you! Soteria Solutions 1-6 Courses in Lincolnshire Soteria Solutions specialises in providing a full range of Health, Safety and welfare training courses tailor made for individuals and businesses. We deliver first aid, health and safety, fire safety and food safety training suitable for all abilities. Whether you need an introduction course or more advanced skills we can help. All of our training is fun, practical and delivered in an easy to understand way by industry experts. We are HSE and Local Authority approved, CIEH and HABC accredited, so you can be assured that quality is high on our priority list for all of our training be it accredited or not. Advanced First Aid Paediatric First Aid New Parent First Aid Paediatric First Aid for Parents Health and Safety and Carers Paediatric Emergency Response Tel: info@soteriasolutions.co.uk TaylorITEX 1-6 Courses in Lincolnshire TaylorITEX focuses on delivering community and personal-based learning and development courses. We deliver courses in ICT, health and wellbeing, employability and family learning. Training and support can be accessed either online, in our centre, or as part of our outreach service. We also provide a comprehensive service to adults who require information and advice about learning and/or work, helping with CV s, job applications and more. Introduction to Reflexology Health and Safety Latvian for Beginners Learn to Run Using the Internet Safely Improving your Confidence Food Safety Managing your Money Florestry for Beginners Three Steps to Employment CV, Application, Interview Tel: Mob: julie@tayloritex.co.uk Working to improve employment outcomes The Community Learning Service promotes and delivers a wide range of learning opportunities that help people who are not in employment, education or training to develop the skills to gain employment and become job ready, supporting the needs of employers and learners in Lincolnshire, both now and in the future. The Community Learning Service also delivers provision which will allow you to develop new skills to support future career changes. These learning opportunities develop key personal skills, qualities and attitudes required by employers, as well as help you progress on your chosen course. In addition to providing learning opportunities that support skills development, from brick laying to IT, we also provide specific employability courses which help you prepare for work. The courses are run by friendly, approachable staff who will guide you through your learning and help you reach your goals. The Information, Advice and Guidance has encouraged me to build on my voluntary work in school and look into childcare training courses. I have signed up for a Teaching Assistant Diploma Learner Feedback As part of your class you will also receive information, advice and guidance to help you with future life choices. If you would like information, advice and guidance please speak to either your course tutor, learning centre staff or contact National Careers Service on , website: nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk If you want to enrol on a course with the Community Learning Service the latest course information is always available online at If you would like us to deliver courses in your area to help you get back into employment, support a change in career, improve your employment prospects, or find out where your nearest employability course is being delivered please contact Customer Services on or Grow@lincolnshire.gov.uk 30 for an updated list of courses available visit 31

17 Community Learning Service Learner focus groups Volunteering Libraries We realise the importance of listening to our learners and giving them a voice that leads to positive change, and the delivery of learning opportunities relevant to the people of Lincolnshire. Learner Focus Groups have provided a fun and informal way There are lots of ways that you can get involved with your local library service. We currently have groups of volunteers providing our Home Library Service. This is an opportunity in partnership with the Women s Royal Voluntary Service (WRVS) to deliver books to people who may otherwise struggle to get into one of our libraries. to gather important ideas and feedback, These include: that has led to improvements in areas such as marketing and course delivery. This wealth of information has enabled us to plan and deliver, via our training providers, a wider range of courses relevant to local communities and specific groups, confident in the knowledge that this will provide opportunities that learners have highlighted they want, and from which they can progress into further learning. Further Information and Advice To find out more about learning options in your area please contact: National Careers Service on Customer Service Centre: Community Learning Service website: Skills Funding Agency website: Community Learning Service - ensuring learning happens locally Focus Groups have been held in Mablethorpe, Market Rasen, Gainsborough, Boston, Spalding, Market Deeping, Heckington and Ketton. More are planned during so ask your local provider if this is something you would like to take part in. Download a copy from and communitylearning To get a copy of this brochure in a different language, on audio tape, or in large print please contact the Customer Service Centre on Find us on Facebook - under Learning in Lincolnshire Follow us on twitter@learninglincs Do you have time to spare, like to gain new skills, meet new people, make great friends and make a difference to others? Try volunteering. There are many benefits to volunteering, from building your self confidence and meeting new people, to trying something new and making a difference to your local community. For some, volunteering can be a route to employment, or a chance to try something different, which could lead to a career change. Training and supervision will be provided for all of our volunteers. A wide variety of volunteering opportunities are available, from helping out in your local school, library or museum, working with children and the environment to working with a local charity and supporting families. Local history groups Running Storytime sessions for children Carrying out customer surveys Computer buddies Heritage and museums Lincolnshire has a rich heritage that you can help to protect and promote. In museums the most popular volunteer activity is guiding. Volunteers provide guided tours for visitors at several of our sites including The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor Centre and Lincoln Castle. Special projects To give you a taste of what might be available here are some projects that have been worked on by our fantastic volunteers. Access all areas Able and less able bodied volunteers worked on producing a film on Gainsborough Old Hall depicting how people used to live. The film showcased areas of the museums which were difficult for disabled visitors to access, thus improving the experience for our visitors. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender volunteers Our Collections Access Team has established a group of around 20 volunteers to create an oral history of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) issues in Lincolnshire. The theme is Out in the Stix. Whilst oral history is the main goal of this project the group hope to create a travelling exhibition highlighting LGBT history in the county. The group also provides a social opportunity for the LGBT community to celebrate their heritage. 32 All course details are correct at time of going to print. Please check details with course provider. Providers reserve the right to change or withdraw courses that are not viable as a result of small application numbers. Providers will try to provide alternative courses wherever possible. 33

18 Volunteering Volunteering Costumed interpretation groups Groups have been established at both Gainsborough Old Hall and the Museum of Lincolnshire Life for volunteers to demonstrate how the site would have looked and felt during a specific historical period. Lincoln Castle is also hoping to develop their opportunities for volunteers including: gardening, creating historical costumes and bringing history to life. How do I get involved? The best way to get involved in any volunteering activity is to go to your local volunteer bureau to register your interest. Other steps you can take to get involved include: Contact details for your local volunteer centre To find out about volunteering opportunities in your area contact your local Volunteer Centre. You can also find out about volunteering opportunities from your learning provider. South Lincolnshire Community and Voluntary Service: Boston Borough The Len Medlock Voluntary Centre, St George s Road, Boston, PE21 8YB enquiry@southlincscvs.org.uk Tel: South Kesteven Unit 30, 1st floor, The George Shopping Centre, Guildhall Street, Grantham, NG34 6LH paddy.p@southlincscvs.org.uk Tel: Volunteer Centre Services South Holland Broadgate House, Westlode Street, Spalding, PE11 2AF enquiry@southlincscvs.org.uk Tel: Contact your local learning provider for Information, Advice and Guidance on any courses in your area or contact your National Careers Service advisor, listed below. The National Careers Service provides free and impartial careers advice for adults and young people (aged 13 and over). This new service gives everyone access to the best information, advice and guidance on all aspects of careers, skills and training so that learners can make effective choices about skills, careers, work and life. This service is available online, over the phone or face-to-face in the community. Birchwood Access and Training Centre, Lincoln Tel: Choose ICT (CICIT), Lincoln Tel: e-qas training, Lincoln Tel: or LAGAT, North Hykeham, Lincoln Tel: Lincolnshire Action Trust, Lincoln Tel: New College, Stamford Tel: Riverside Training, Gainsborough Tel: TaylorItex CIC, Boston Tel: Futures Nottingham and Nottinghamshire (providing advice for Lincolnshire learners) Tel: National Careers Service Tel: nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk Ask your local library or museum if there are any volunteering opportunities available. North Kesteven 26 Carre Street, Sleaford, NG34 7TR info@volunteercentrenk.org.uk Tel: Libraries: Heritage sites: Lincoln c/o The Healthy Hub, Beaumont Fee, Lincoln, LN1 1UW info@volunteercentrelincoln.org.uk Tel: West Lindsey Unit 9, The Lindsey Centre, Gainsborough, DN21 2BT info@voluntarysupportwestlindsey.org.uk Tel: For any additional information us at E&CLearning&Development@ Or visit for a list of all the volunteering opportunities in your area. lincolnshire.gov.uk 34 35