FIRST STEP TRUST - FST SHEFFIELD

We are currently recruiting to fill work placements lasting between three and 12 months. A placement at FST Sheffield is designed to support those who have been out of work, maybe for a long period of time or never worked, to improve their employability. Experience is not necessary and we provide any ‘on the job’ training needed as well as access to external accreditations such as NVQs. Whilst on placement with FST, we meet people on a one-to-one basis, including giving feedback on progress and providing advice on CV writing and interview techniques, to support workforce members move on to paid employment or further training. Someone’s long-term goal may be to work in an entirely different area but FST Sheffield can help prepare then for whatever work they eventually choose.

Development options include external placements in other industries to broaden a workforce member’s experience. Each workforce member has a personal development plan with which they drive their progress towards becoming ready to move on to paid employment, alternative voluntary work or further education. A work placement at FST Sheffield gives workforce members the opportunity to acquire the following skills: The basic skills required by employers such as timekeeping, ability to work in a team and a positive attitude towards work. Food preparation and customer service From preparing premium quality hot and cold food and drink to front of house customer service.

Business administration All aspects of administration required to support the coffee shop business including computer skills, following office procedures etc. Financial administration such as working with invoices, petty cash, processing cheques, ordering supplies etc. Marketing and promotion Mailshots and other campaigns to support the coffee shop business including mail merge, working with databases, information management. Employment development Interviewing techniques, research, liaising with third parties.