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Just a reminder about our new monthly face-to-face activities for working carers. You're all welcome to join and the first drink is on us!
Every month:
Thank you to those that came to our first meet-up and for the lovely feedback:
"I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to organise the social event at Berretto Lounge last Wednesday. It was a very enjoyable event; the opportunity to spend an evening relaxing and chatting did us the world of good and we look forward to the next event and meeting you again."
Read about all our events here including our new 'Walk to Fitness' group which may suit carers who work part-time or are able to attend daytime activities.
Please register a place at our events by calling the office on 0161 442 0442 or by emailing us at carersconnect@signpostforcarers.org.uk
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As part of our work to make Stockport a more carer-friendly borough, we've developed a new employer checklist and hope to share it with as many organisations as we can.
Through the 'Work With Us' project, we're available to support local businesses to be more carer-friendly and we'd love to showcase examples of employers who have supported their staff with caring responsibilities.
If you're currently working, it would be great if you could please share the checklist with your manager, HR or someone responsible for employee well-being. We would love to know what support, if any, your place of work offers. Please get in touch and let us know!
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Have your say about caring
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Carers UK have launched their annual State of Caring survey and we would encourage you to take part and share your experiences.
It may feel like carers are asked to complete endless surveys, with seemingly little difference made afterwards, but this is the UK's most comprehensive research into the lives and experiences of carers. Organisations, such as Signpost, find the results extremely helpful for their work.
What will Carers UK and other organisations do with your evidence?
- Campaign for increased rights and entitlements for carers by sharing select findings with MPs, Government and local decision makers.
- Understand your experiences to argue for better rights such as a right to Carer’s Leave in the workplace.
- Provide evidence to help improve carers’ experience of services and support to make life easier.
- Make a strong case for increasing financial support, such as Carer’s Allowance.
- Provide evidence of the impact of the pandemic on unpaid carers, to argue for better support to manage through and recover from the pandemic.
There are questions about working and caring and we want to make sure your thoughts are included. The survey will take at least 30 minutes to complete.
The survey closes on 13th September.
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There are a number of events coming up that may be useful for those of you thinking about returning to work, changing jobs or even setting up your own business or charity.
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Organisation start up
This session is aimed at those with an idea for starting an organisation, as well as those who want to refresh an existing organisation.
What is covered:
- What is a Mission Statement?
- Setting organisations Aims & Objectives
- Selecting the best organisational structure
- Financial Planning
- Market Research
- Find out more about SWOT Analysis
Find out more and register
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Social media for work
A session to guide your social media activities to support your job search and reach audiences you would not usually try.
What is covered:
- Find the right Social Media platform to aid your job search
- Overview of the most popular social media platforms
- Social Media platform differences - tone and voice
- Social Media jargon buster
- Grow Your Network
- Step by step - setting up a professional LinkedIn Profile
Find out more and register
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National Careers Service webinars
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Hospitality
The National Careers Service and the Greater Manchester Hospitality Hub are holding a webinar on Thursday 9th September to share information about how you can kick start your career in hospitality.
Find out more and register
Download the leaflet
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LinkedIn
This webinar on Tuesday 14th September is designed for people who are new to LinkedIn and would like to know how to use it to advance their career.
In this webinar, the expert Careers Advisers will talk through:
- Setting up your profile – do’s and don’ts
- How to network
- Searching for jobs
Find out more and register
Download the leaflet
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Personal Assistants in care - online jobs fayre
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This online event takes place on Wednesday 29th September for people interested in finding out more about the role of a Personal Assistant (PA) in Care.
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This session will cover:
- What a PA is
- What it's like to work as a PA
- How you might find a job locally
Find out more and register
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Health and Wellbeing College - new courses
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The Health and Wellbeing College (in Ashton-under-Lyne) has shared its latest prospectus featuring all new courses and dates for the September to December 2021 term.
The college offers 44 courses in total. The courses can support you if you experience issues such as depression, anxiety or anger. They are now also offering a new range of creative courses in photography, creative writing, journaling and much more.
The college is open to anyone aged 18 or over who lives in Tameside, Glossop, Stockport, Oldham, Heywood, Middleton, Rochdale or Bury.
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