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We have a fantastic building with a bespoke design dedicated to Employment & Skills, based on the Front Street in Stanley, County Durham.
The building officially opened in April 2021 and we have been delighted to see customers from all walks of life come in and utilise our space to improve their skills and confidence.
The Skills Hub has grown over this time and our services and offerings have developed and continue to do so.
What we offer is based on what you need and, if we don't currently offer it, we work with local partners to fill the gap.
Skills Hub Opening hours
Monday to Friday
9:30am - 4pm
Closed for lunch
12.30pm - 1pm
Our partners
Job Centre Plus: Work Coach, Jeanne is based at the Skills Hub and provides 121 support to help people on their journey back to work.
Durham Works: Youth Coaches support people aged 16-24 to get into work, improving their training, skills and confidence along the way.
Penshaw View Training: Offer training pathways with guaranteed interviews at the end for roles includes jobs at call centres in the local area.
Durham Learn: Provide accredited training course for English & Maths, a progression pathway from our Foundations Tutor support.
Smokefree County Durham: We can support anyone living or working in County Durham over the age of 12 to quit tobacco with free guidance and NRT products.
Our services
English and maths: Durham Learn and Durham Employment and Skills provide 121 support in English and maths.
Digital support: Our Digital Coaches Hayley and Lesley are on hand to provide 121 and small group support to using internet and digital devices.
Employment advice and guidance: Our Employment Advisors Brendan and Janine work from the Skills Hub offering 121 appointments to support customers on their journey towards work.
Quitting Smoking: Access free, friendly, and non-judgemental support to help you quit the habit. Discover the health benefits, see how much you could save, and find out how Smokefree County Durham can support your journey.
We have a host of activities taking place in the Skills Hub, from advice surgeries, to job fairs and recruitment events.
Below are some examples of what takes place
Free WiFi
The Skills Hub offers free access to WiFi when in the building.
Digital Devices
We have a number of laptops and tablets that are free to use for job searching, UC journal updates, online forms and more.
Stop Smoking Clinic: whether you're ready to start your smokefree journey or just have a few questions, we're here to help. Give us a call on 0800 7720565
The Write Turn course: learn to read, write and drive with our team.
Time For Change in partnership with Uplift Associates: Help you build confidence, improve your wellbeing and feel more ready for the next steps into further training, volunteering, or work.
Introduction to various employment sectors in partnership National Careers Service: An overview of what it is like to be employed in Retail, Contact Centres, Construction, Care, etc....
Boost your CV with Accredited Courses in Health and Safety, First Aid, Food Hygiene, Security or Construction
