Employment Support
We offers job skills training workshops and clubs, providing courses for recognised qualifications and career development. These programs aim to enhance skills, boost confidence, and increase chances of success in the desired field.
Passport to Work
The Passport to Work programme can lead directly to employment or enable you to gain skills for future employment.
This high-quality bespoke training programme has been created to be flexible and adaptable while providing tailored support, so you stand the best possible chance of securing employment within the current labour market. This programme is aimed at Waltham Forest residents who are currently unemployed or have been made redundant and are seeking to update their skill set to find employment. You will gain hands on work experience.
- Digital skills, interview skills, customer service, teamwork and how to set goals.
- Practical skills on a work placement.
- Complete an individual programme based on your needs.
- Have the opportunity to complete work experience.
- Get access to full and part-time vacancies.
- Receive support from your own dedicated employment adviser.
- Receive one-to-one coaching.
| Course Start Date | Course End Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 21st September 2026 | 30th November 2026 | 9.30am to 3.00pm |
| Course Start Date | Course End Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 11th January 2027 | 22nd March 2027 | 9.30am to 3.00pm |
| Course Start Date | Course End Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 19th April 2027 | 5th July 2027 | 9.30am to 3.00pm |
My Journey Back to Work: A Learner’s Story
“Passport to Work gave me the support and motivation I needed to get back into work and believe in myself again.
When my Employment Advisor at Waltham Forest Jobs told me about the Passport to Work course, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I didn’t have high hopes. I thought it might be just another run-of-the-mill programme. But I decided to give it a try, and I’m so glad I did.
The course covered Employability Skills, Work Skills and Essential Digital Skills, all delivered with clear guidance and a practical curriculum. I learned how to create a strong CV, write tailored cover letters and prepare for interviews with confidence. I also gained digital skills such as using Microsoft Office, formatting documents, working with spreadsheets and staying safe online, all of which I now use in my new job.
What made the biggest difference were the tutors. They were supportive, encouraging and shared real industry experience that brought the lessons to life. They helped me build my confidence, which was just as important as the course content.
Before the course, I’d been at home raising my children and had limited UK work experience. I was looking for a part-time admin role that would fit around my family and, thanks to the course, I’ve now secured a job as an Administrator in a respected organisation. It’s the perfect fit.
Looking ahead, I plan to stay in this role for at least two years and take management courses to build new skills and open up future opportunities.
I’d definitely recommend Passport to Work to anyone who has been out of work or wants to improve their digital and employability skills. It gave me the tools, support and confidence to take that next step."