The shortage of electricians has lead to an increased demand nationwide and in turn a sharp rise in salary. Our training solutions can help you gain nationally recognised qualifications such as City & Guilds and NVQ. Not only you will train in state-of-the-art training centres, but you can also have the opportunity to attain the Work Based Performance Units and complete a portfolio of diverse evidence of onsite work.
Come Away on a Leaders Retreat Designed for leaders in children's, youth, young adult, and student ministries to step away from the demands of daily workload, this retreat will be focused on finding space for renewal alongside others in leadership roles. Together, we will spend time reflecting on personal spiritual practices rooted in rest. Recognising that so much of ministry is about giving outwardly, this retreat offers an opportunity to look inward and upward—to refocus on God and explore how we can each individually pursue Him more deeply. In the tranquil grounds of the High Leigh retreat centre, the day will be a mix of restful, reflective practices, time to socialise and have fellowship, and workshops for delving into our own spiritual practices, seeking to build up on what already exists. We hope this retreat might be an extension of our regular lunch gatherings, fostering connection and mutual support within our ministry community. Key Information: There are 2 options for this retreat: the overnight retreat, and the day away retreat. The Overnight Retreat: Sometimes a night away does wonders for our sleep patterns! Join us at High Leigh from 5pm on Wednesday the 19th of March. We will have dinner together, share in some evening reflection and games. The following morning will include opportunities for prayer, reflection, and breakfast before we are joined by the day guests. The Day Away Retreat: To take time away from our contexts can be a great way to invest in our ministry. Join us at High Leigh from 9.30am on Thursday the 20th of March. The day's programme will include time for reflection, prayer, fellowship and workshops on spiritual practices. We will share lunch together, and be ready to head home at 4pm. Cancellations: Please note this retreat is fully funded and spaces are limited. If you cancel your booking with less than 4 weeks notice we may charge you if your place is not refilled.
We are partnering with Youthscape to host a workshop to present their latest research on young people, Translating God. Translating God is a new major project from The Youthscape Centre for Research exploring how young people understand and respond to the Christian story. Published in three parts, it represents more than two years of work with input from a diverse group of more than a thousand young people Everyone interested in how the church engages with young people – church leaders, youth workers, parents and perhaps young people themselves – will want to see what this ground-breaking research means for you, your ministry and the wider church. More information on the research can be found here. https://www.youthscape.co.uk/research/translating-god/home Date: 10th October 2024 Time: 10 am – 13:00 pm (Lunch 12:30pm) Doors open: 9:30 am (Coffee) Venue: Youthscape 74 Bute ST, LU1 2EY Location and Parking Town Center location. 50 meters from the main train station & coach stations and airport drop off—one mile from junction 10, M1. Parking can be located on Power Court, just a short walk from the main entrance. Useful Info -Maximum stay is 5 hours -From £0.90 for one hour to £3.80 for five hour -Sat Nav postcode is LU1 3JG – By by app, phone, cash or card – Pay by phone Location 802298
Adolescence: What have we learnt? In March 2025, the Netflix series Adolescence sparked widespread conversation about the hidden lives of young people, raising important questions about the support we provide to the youth in our care. Three months later, what have we learned? Regardless of how we engage with young people, there's valuable insight to be gained from this powerful story. We’d like to share the key takeaways and reflect on how we can better support the next generation. How the day will go Join us at 9.30 for coffee and pastries, before we hear from a guest speaker on the impact Adolescence has had on their context. Following a short coffee break we will then have time to explore how we can each respond, using the Open Space Technology conference tool to create opportunities for the conversations that will help us to move forward appropriately. We will end with lunch at 12.30pm. Key Information We will be gathering at Youthscape in Luton, which is conveniently located next to Luton Train station, for those traveling by train. For those driving, please note that the car park directly outside Youthscape is no longer available, the closest car park can be located on Power Court, just a 5 minute walk from the venue.
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This foundational course will help all managers better understand what a procurement function does, including the processes, tools and techniques it employs to reach its goals and how it measures its business performance. PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN HOW TO: Explain the contribution of procurement to the overall business objectives. Explain the added value that can be obtained by a business when it manages its procurement activities efficiently and effectively. Understand the complex activity of procurement and the challenges it presents for risk management. Develop good quality procurement practices that will manage the expectations of all stakeholders Identify methods by which a procurement function can be measured and performance monitored. Perform contract management activities. Understand ways in which improvements might be identified and implemented. COURSE TOPICS INCLUDE: Procurement and business objectives Stakeholder Management Commercial Specifications Whole Life Costing Targeted procurement Procurement planning Supplier Appraisal and selection RFQ & ITT & Evaluation Contract Management