SDM TRAINING SERVICES

Enhancing employability skills

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Supporting people into work or activities

We provide specialist employability training and coaching support to enhance skills and confidence.

SDM Training Services specialise in supporting and developing individuals and groups to overcome obstacles in identifying and achieving their goals. We help people to explore their skills, qualities, interests and aspirations, whilst also understanding the types of roles and work models that are available.

By taking a practical and proactive approach to employability, we introduce techniques and ideas that develop greater understanding of job searching and the recruitment process. Always working towards self-efficacy, we support our service users to develop their own personal action plans.

The people we support

Those with any health conditions - physical or mental

Those with any health conditions - physical or mental

Young people - including those leaving education or who are NEET

Young people - including those leaving education or who are NEET

The older workforce who are changing careers for a variety of reasons

The older workforce who are changing careers for a variety of reasons

Those lacking confidence or understanding of skillset

Those lacking confidence or understanding of skillset

Armed forces service leavers, veterans and family members

Armed forces service leavers, veterans and family members

Those with criminal convictions (spent or unspent) including if, when and how to disclose

Those with criminal convictions (spent or unspent) including if, when and how to disclose

Bee Work Ready
Bee Work Ready is our core employability support service, offering a tailored and flexible approach to each situation.

We take referrals from case managers, rehabilitation providers and self-referrals to deliver focused 1:1 support.

Additionally, we support organisations in producing, delivering and improving employability skills provisions, looking beyond the common core subjects.

Bee Work Ready Impact (1:1 Support)

Supported into education, training or employment
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Achieve paid employment
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Take part in volunteering or work experience
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Complete education or training courses
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Walk 'n' Talk
FREE for residents of the Medway Towns and the surrounding area, our Bee Work Ready - Walk 'n' Talk sessions are relaxed and informal, during which we focus on different key employability subjects to help you identify and achieve your career goals.

The walks last for approximately 1 hour and you will have access to written and video resources following the session.

Testimonials

 It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Stuart who has supported the Team at Enrych to develop a bespoke employability programme for adults with disabilities. He has a great understanding of the challenges some people can face when looking for work and is incredibly knowledgeable about the different approaches we can use to help overcome these. Although new to the world of employability, with Stuart’s support the Team at Enrych has quickly become confident and enthused by his passion for developing individuals to achieve the best they can in the world of work. Although we are in the early stages of delivering the programme, we’ve already seen the difference it can make and had some successes with participants achieving jobs. We are looking forward to continuing our work with Stuart to keep enhancing what we do and help more people achieve their work-related goals. 

Liz Rickaby: Chief Executive of Enrych

 Stu is a partner that we value highly and we are delighted to have been able to collaborate on a number of projects across our organisation. His experience in the sector is invaluable and he is always able to offer a fresh perspective to both staff and learners. The passion Stu has to support his groups and drive systemic change with high energy and enthusiasm compliments his exceptional personal values. We are looking forward to continuing our partnership and bringing our organisations closer together. 

William Lee: Director at Sports Connect
     

 I had some sessions with Stuart around tailoring CVs and cover letters to specific jobs as well as identifying my transferable skills. Everything was very well explained and he sent me handouts that I could refer back to when applying for roles which was very helpful. Within just a few weeks I’ve been offered full time employment in a role that really interests me. I would not hesitate to recommend SDM for anyone looking for a bit of help getting back into work or transitioning to another role/industry. Thank you Stuart! 

Harry Moore: 1:1 Employability Support  |  Google Review

 Stu was one of those guys that nurtured you and your abilities. In the darkest of my life he helped pull together and went above and beyond his job to help not just me but my family to be better at what we already had, yet could not see. I will always be eternally grateful and appreciative for what Stu has done. You won’t regret having this man help you, whichever area that may be in. Thank you Stu, you don’t know the special gift you have. 

Sarah Patterson: British Army Veteran
     

 Thank you for inviting me to this AfghanOppO employability workshop, the workshop was very useful and I applied the techniques you taught which got me my desired job which is a stepping stone for me as an Afghan who just arrived in the UK on the start of Oct 2021. I have learned a lot in the interview techniques, especially developing self-confidence and selling yourself with a relaxed mind, position, appearance, and presentation of your CV. I appreciate how you describe the most challenging issue in a very simple and unique way. You were instrumental in helping me begin a new chapter of my life, I could find the work to express my gratitude for helping me connect the dots and getting me to the right stage of mindset and confidence I will never ever forget what you have done for me. 

B.A.F. AfghanOppO: AfghanOppO Workshop (Partnership with JobOppO)

 JobOppO contacted Stu from SDM Training Services to request support with designing content for our Veterans Employability Skills Development Series. We were aware of Stu's experience and shared passion for supporting veterans into meaningful employment and were delighted with his hugely worthwhile input into the design and development of this innovative and useful package. Thanks Stu and we look forward to continuing to work with you. 

Garrath Williams: JobOppO - Director of Veteran Engagement and Development

 During my transition from the military, I met Stu from SDM Training Services, who was and still is very supportive and encouraging. Stu always made time to offer guidance and advice on my CV, Mock Interviews and reviewing my Interview feedback. SDM Training Services is versatile, can offer support and guidance in whichever area that you may require. I am forever grateful for all your continuous support and advice. 

Angela A: RAF Veteran

 My news is that they offered me the job! They're sending over a draft contract. Just wanted to thank you again for your advice and encouragement. 

Anonymous: 1:1 Employability Support: July 2021
     

 After my work accident, I could not find a job for a long time. I found a job in a short time with the great support of SDM Training Services. They gave very effective and solution-oriented training, especially for searching and finding a job suitable for my current situation. I would like to thank Mr. Stuart Miller, an expert in this field, for all the support, motivation and positive approach he provided. I am grateful to SDM Training Services for staying in touch with me throughout my job search process, sharing with me CV preparation, job search and interview techniques, and all the support from them provided. 

Anonymous: Bee Work Ready 1:1 Support