Jo Duckett is the Community Learning Service Manager of The Learning Place in North End. Volunteering unexpectedly changed her whole career path from working in an office job to adult teaching. After her youngest child had started school and working part-time, Jo found herself with time on her hands. She looked at volunteering because it … Continued
I am an Assistant Practitioner in a nursing home and wanted to improve my skills and knowledge to support my role. I decided to do an apprenticeship in Adult Social Care. I had completed level 3 previously and have progressed onto level 4. I started my role 10 years ago as a Carer with truly … Continued
We all know the struggle around Christmas but we are here to help.
We know times are tough for people in Portsmouth and many of you are feeling the squeeze. If you are struggling, there is a lot of support out there and we’re here to help. Please follow this link to the Cost of Living Hub page and see what support is available to you Cost of … Continued
Launching this year across the UK, Multiply is a new government-funded programme to help adults improve their numeracy skills. If you’re aged 19 and over and don’t have maths GCSE at grade C (or equivalent), you can access free numeracy courses through Multiply to build your confidence with numbers and gain a qualification. Good numeracy … Continued
All the staff at The Learning Place would like to share some news with you all! We had our OFTSED inspection at the beginning of April and are happy to announce that we have achieved a GOOD grade overall! Follow this link to read the report! click here We would like to thank … Continued
Last week the staff at The Learning Place proudly supported Mental Health Awareness Week by wearing green 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem of some kind each year in England [1]. 1 in 6 people report experiencing a common mental health problem (like anxiety and depression) in any given week in England … Continued
Due to the Amber weather warning in place for Portsmouth tomorrow we have made the decision to close the centre for Friday 18th February 2021. If you have a class/appointment with us tomorrow you will be contacted by your tutor either tonight or tomorrow. Please check emails, voicemails etc. Stay safe and we will update … Continued
For over 18 with a BMI of 25-35 There are FREE 12-week Healthy Weight programmes available for a limited time, either at Portsmouth community venues or a virtual programme online. What can you expect? Your choice of free activity through bhlive. Be supported and meet other people on the same journey as you. Learn how … Continued
Copnor Primary School have an amazing opportunity to join their team as an Apprentice! Follow this link for more information along with how to apply! Apply Here!
