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News As part of the
ongoing development of the Diocesan Valuing Difference Working Group
we are updating our information in relation to Parish groups or
individuals in the Diocese that are working with people with disability,
learning needs or mobility problems. We are aiming to examine ways
to keep them informed of developments within the Diocese on this
issue. The research for the Listening 2004 Project on Family Life
highlighted a large number of groups operating in parishes giving
practical day to day support to people in a wide range of social
and welfare activities. To assist us
in updating this information, please complete a questionnaire and
return it to us as soon as possible with the contact details of
the person responsible for the group/s The Working
Group hope to issue a Diocesan Valuing Difference Newsletter in
Autumn 2007 as well as inviting those who are leading the groups
to join us for further discussions. We would like to encourage the
development of a Diocesan a network in relation to Valuing Difference. The
questionnaire (a)
Questionnaire (PDF Version) Alternatively,
if you have Adobe Reader, print the form, complete the details
in ink, and fax or post to the centre. (b)
Questionnaire (MS Word Version * ) Alternatively,
print the form, complete the details in ink and fax or post to the
centre. * Some variance
of how the form displays is likely, depending on the version number
of MS Word. Thank
you in anticipation of your support. Free support
to employees Thanks to funding
from the European Social Fund the Centre is offering free numeracy
and Literacy support to employees who work for small to medium sized
employers (SME's) in the Greater Manchester area. The courses are
offered at the training Centre in Trafford Park or other appropriate
facilities at local level. Trainees will
be assessed to ascertain the best course to help them improve their
skills with numbers, or their literacy skills (reading or writing).
The Centre is offering Level 1 or 2 qualifications accredited by
City and Guilds Institute of London. Free Places are still available
for the year. The courses
can be run in association with community or parish groups providing
the applicants are employees who meet the criteria for the project
as defined above. Enquiries
to Tom or Dorothy We are aware
that parishes and individuals who are seeking advice about employment
or training may need the services of an appropriate AIG provider.
We have information
of Adult advice workers and sessions in the Manchester area. If you would
like to meet an adviser or refer them someone you know, The Centre also
has access to Legal Advice Workshops to deal with employment, work
related or accident issues. .
With the benefit
on funding from Trafford Borough Council, the Learning + Skills
Council and the European Social Fund we can offer courses to residents
of Trafford and the Greater Manchester area.
Click
here details of our AGM and "Clocking on with God"
event.
Vacancies
St
Antony's Centre welcome applications for the following 3 posts :-
Centre Secretary
Trainer
Reach Out Project Worker
Full details
Closing
date: Friday, 27th June, 2008.
Valuing
Difference
10 years ago the Bishops Conference launched a document looking
at the engagement of people with Disability within the Church. The
document aimed to encourage an active response and support for those
with disability at every level of Church life.
Please complete a version of the questionnaire below and return
it to the Centre.
If you have Adobe Acrobat you can complete the details on
your PC and press the 'Submit' button to return it via e-mail.
Open in MS Word. Save a copy on your PC. Type in the details.
Save the finished copy. Send by e-mail attachment to the Centre.
(c) Questionnaire - Verbally
If you
prefer, telephone the information to the Centre.
Please contact Tricia Gallagher on 0161-848 9173 any weekday.
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Life Long Learning
The Centre has developed a major scheme in partnership with the GMB
Union to develop the Life Long Learning agenda with employees.
The Reach Out Project is offering training support to employees who
wish to upgrade their skills. The Centre working in partnership with
Union Learning representatives and employers is already providing
support to employees at Remploy Oldham, Oldham Borough Council and
McBrides in Middleton. Recently an open learning day was held at ASDA
Distribution.
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Numeracy and Literacy
Free support to employees
Email: training@traffordpark.org
Tel: 0161 848 9173 (weekdays 9-5pm)
Free
Support - Numeracy and Literacy
Adult
Information and Guidance Service
Need advice about employment or training?
please contact us for further details.
Legal
Advice Workshops
.
The Centre offers a variety of courses from short 12 hour 'tasters'to
fully accredited City & Guilds courses. We can design tailor
made units to suit the needs of the individual or company.
Applicants can also request special courses to meet specific needs
or skills required in the workplace in relation to ICT use / Word
processing or other software packages. If think we can help give
us a call.
The Centre can provide Bespoke training.
Further details