Our traineeships are perfect for those transitioning from education to employment. Trainees get individualised hands-on training with a focus on increasing life skills, confidence and independence.
Our educational provision means their EHCP still remains active.
How does a Traineeship work?
Phase 1
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12 Months
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Prior to enrolment, full suitability assessment takes place
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'New starters' entry programme
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Gradual introduction to the world of work
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Work experience shifts in 1 cafe
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One-to-one training offered on all aspects of cafe work
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Opportunities for involvement with Life- Changing Bakes
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September intake
Phase 2
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6 Months
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Places exclusively granted to those who successfully complete Phase 1
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Involvement with Life-Changing Bakes
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Work experience shifts in both cafes
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External work experience placements arranged
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Individualised support moving onto 'next steps' beyond Yellow Submarine
SCHEDULE
Trainees attend for around 16 hours per week. This time is split between group learning and shifts in the cafe, usually over 4 days.
LOCATION
Trainees learn at our cafes and bakery. If they progress to Phase 2, there are opportunities for external work experience too.
Oxford Cafe: 12 Park End Street, OX1 1HH
Witney Cafe: Windrush Leisure Centre, OX28 4YA
Bakery: Unit 33, Stanley Court, OX29 0TB
FUNDING
Places can be funded when a trainee has an EHCP and meets the required criteria.
If this is not possible, alternative arrangements can be explored, including private funding.
Find out more about
our supporters.
WORK EXPERIENCE
We believe in learning through doing. All trainees work as members of the cafe and bakery teams, and gain valuable, real-life work experience over an extended period of time.
QUALIFICATION
Trainees work towards an ASDAN qualification in employability ranging from Entry Level 3 to Level 1.
LIFE SKILLS
Travel support, advice on managing money and online safety are just a few of the essential life skills we cover. We place an emphasis on developing social skills and building confidence.
Ready to get started?
Where are they now?
Find out where some of our trainees went after graduating
Paid employment
Macdonald's
Darren
Graduated 2016
Employed at
Mcdonalds
Lucy
Graduated 2018
Employed at
Marks & Spencer
Paid employment
Marks + Spencers
Kieran
Graduated 2020
Employed at
Yellow Submarine
Paid employment
Yellow Submarine - IT dept.
Supporters
Our traineeship and cafes are supported by grants and opportunities from a variety of charitable trusts and companies, for which we are very grateful.
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Macfarlene Family Foundation
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