The New Sexual Health Clinic at College
The New Sexual Health Clinic at College
As highlighted in the Students' Union update, The Sheffield College has partnered with Sexual Health Sheffield to run weekly Sexual Health Clinics at College.
These will be open all to any and all students to drop into, where free and confidential sexual health advice can be provided by a professional. They will also be handing out free condoms, and signposting to where sexual health services are available in Sheffield.
They will happen Tuesdays 11-2, alternating between City, Hillsborough and Olive Grove campuses.
The College Sexual Health Clinic is just one of many new projects the Students' Union is working on!
Visit the 'Students' Union Update' section of this newsletter to learn about the clubs and societies getting under way at College
Young Leaders Programme
Want to make a positive impact in your community, club or society?
Have a desire to help other people improve their health and well being?
Want to learn from world class athletes and develop as a person?
Dame Kelly Holmes Trust and Sheffield United Community Foundation are looking for young people aged 18-25 to join our five-month Young Leaders Programme.
Young Leaders is led by world class athletes and is a great opportunity to learn and work alongside elite athletes, develop your skills and have a real impact on your local community.
This will start in February 2022, with weekly sessions. There will also be a Welcome Evening at Bramall Lane’s Family Hub on Monday 21st February from 5pm. This is a great opportunity to meet the athletes, see the venue and find out more about the programme.
UP Festival 2022
UP Fest is the college’s week of celebrations for National Careers Week. This year it takes place between Monday 7th March and Friday 11th March 2022.
This is a week of events and activities to support you with your progression; whether this is to stay in college next year or go on to university, employment or an apprenticeship. There will be a range of webinars on everything from CVs, Networking, Preparing for Interviews, Higher Education, Apprenticeships and Making the most of college.
Follow the Careers Team on social media to find out more -
Twitter: @SheffcolCareers
Instagram: @sheffcol_careers
Email: CEIAG@sheffcol.ac.uk
Don’t miss out on the head line event of this week!
This year it will be a Jobs Fair on Tuesday 8th March 11.00-13.00 in the Sports Hall at City Campus.
There will be a range of employers there with opportunities including full time and part time jobs and information about a range of sectors and organisations. You can also find out more about and join the new Jobs Agency in the college.
There a lots of exciting talks and workshops coming up at the Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Employer Skills Academies - with the events in March focusing on the importance of Resilience!
Keep reading for more information and to book tickets...
'The Secrets to Confident and Effective Communication' with ex Sales Director at Hallam FM
Melinda Schofield
Wednesday 2nd March 2.30pm-3.30pm
The Chamber Academy Lecture Theatre, City Campus
Who better to speak to about the art of communication than the Regional Sales Director of a global media company, Melinda Schofield!
Melinda, predominantly from a sales background, has heaps of experience working within both the commercial and media sectors. Having worked with individuals at all different levels of seniority, Melinda will be sharing with us the importance of and how to adapt our communication style depending on who we are communicating with. There will also be powerful take aways/strategies so you can learn how to communicate more confidently and effectively with others to leave a lasting impression.
Professional and Personal Resilience with Careers Advisor
Thursday 10th March 11-12pm Online
Wednesday 16th March 2.30pm-3.30pm On Campus
The ability to bounce back has always been a vital but underdeveloped skill.
We believe that everyone needs to be able to come back fighting for themselves, now more than ever before. This session aims to help you understand exactly what resilience is and why it’s important for you, both professionally and personally.
You will come away inspired to reframe situations and keep motivated, by equipping you with a toolkit of strategies you can draw upon to keep yourself going and bounce back in the face of adversity. We want you to be prepared to face whatever challenging experiences lay in the times ahead!
'Bouncing Back' with Founder of Rejuvenated, Kathryn Danzey
Wednesday 23rd March 3.00pm-4.00pm
The Chamber Academy Lecture Theatre, City Campus
Join us, for this workshop with Founder of Rejuvenated, Kathryn Danzey as we explore what resilience is. Kathryn will be sharing how she has been through adversity and more importantly, how she bounced back. More importantly, Kathryn will be sharing the lessons she has learned and some top tips to help you cope with set backs and how to become more resilient.
Our insight talks have been described by students in the past as "extremely useful for my career", "very interesting", "informative" and students have said they "can't wait to attend more".. so, what are you waiting for?
Go Further Student Ambassador Scheme
A Student Ambassador is a student who is chosen to represent the College, a Department, Company or Project.
A Student Ambassador is someone who enjoys meeting new people, encourages others to get involved and is happy to answer any questions someone may have. Student Ambassadors also get the opportunity to get involved in training and development, exciting projects and assist staff to host events and activities.
Benefits of being a Student Ambassasor:
Gain hours volunteering that can count towards Work Related Activity hours
Take part in enrichment activity for SHAPE your Future
Meet new people
Develop a wide range of new skills
Gain experience of working with people and in teams
Have fantastic experience to include on job applications and UCAS personal statements
Progression & Careers Student Ambassador
The Careers Team are looking for student ambassadors to actively promote and raise awareness of the College Careers Programme, encourage students to get involved and help with marketing and running Careers events and stalls.
Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Business & Enterprise Academy Student Ambassador
The Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Business & Enterprise Academy are looking for student ambassadors who are enthusiastic, motivated, and professional to promote and raise the profile of entrepreneurship and enterprising skills. Student ambassadors should expect to become members of the Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Business & Enterprise Academy, meet employers through networking events, and represent the college in a positive and professional way.
Student Participation Ambassador
The Student Participation Team are looking for Student Ambassadors who are enthusiastic about student voice, and the student experience, to help actively promote and raise awareness of student participation opportunities in college! Student Voice is a big part of this role, and you will be involved in helping more students' voices be heard through surveys, focus groups, and student representation.