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Updated 2 June 2010

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The Routes into Work Programme for Security will give you the skills that you need and the skills employers want. This programme will guide you to find work and get further in your career.

The amount of training completed varies from person to person, depending on your needs. An allocated adviser will support you to decide which training to complete.

You will be supported to find paid work of over 16 hours per week as a security guard in enviroments such as retail, warehousing or construction.

Who can access this programme?

The programme is fully funded by the Government if you:

are 18–24 years old
are a British Citizen, come from an EU member country or have lived in UK for 3 years or more
are on Job Seekers Allowance (JSA)
have been unemployed for 26–50 weeks (6–12 months).

Customers can be fast tracked to the Young Person’s Guarantee.

What other help is available?

Childcare and bus fares are paid for on this provision. You will also receive a training allowance.

How long does the programme last?

Each programme lasts 2–8 weeks, depending on individual needs.
You will complete 16–30 hours per week.

Where will the programme take place?

Nottingham (Bilborough)
Derby
Derbyshire (TBG Learning in Chesterfield and Alfreton.)
Nottinghamshire (OTR in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Newark, Mansfield and Worksop.)

For details and directions click on the links above.
Some parts of the programme may take place in other buildings.

Employability skills covered

This could include:

CV Writing
Application Forms
Interview Techniques
Letter Writing
Telephone Techniques
Team Work
Confidence Building
Written Communication
Job Search / Placement Search
Budgeting
Health & Safety Certificate
Embedded Literacy and Numeracy.

Vocational training

This could include:

Introduction / Role Familiarisation
Self Management
Interaction with People
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Introduction to IT
Introduction to CCTV
4 days of accredited SIA training.

SIA Test

As part of this funded programme you will complete four days of accredited SIA training. You will then take two multiple choice tests. On passing the tests you will receive a Level 2 Certificate in Security. This is the first part to achieving the SIA Licence.

We will support you to apply for the full SIA Licence when you have an offer of employment. The licence lasts for 3 years.

How can I get more information?

If you are on Jobseekers Allowance you could ask your Jobcentre Plus Adviser about these programmes. Alternatively, for more information or to order flyers call Care Training on 0115 9599 544 or email

How do I sign up?

Your Jobcentre Plus Adviser must refer you by calling Care Training on 0115 9599 544. They will book you in for an initial appointment at a location convenient to you. An SL2 will accompany the referral. On making an initial appointment, an information pack will be sent to you containing directions and an appointment card.