Traineeships

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.

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Our Graduates

How does a Traineeship work?

Phase 1

September intake
12 Months with possible progression on to Phase 2
Prior to offer of placement, full suitability assessment will take place
Pre-entry induction programme
Work Experience shifts in our Cafes and Bakery
Scaffolded one to one training on starting
Working towards an accreditated qualification in employment

Phase 2

A 6 month programme from September to March

Priority places given to those who have completed Phase 1

Cafe and bakery work experience opportunities across three sites

Supported external work experience

Support with “next steps”

SCHEDULE

Trainees attend for around 16 hours per week. This time is split between group learning and shifts in the cafe and bakery, 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.

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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.

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.