LADIES, DO SOMETHING FOR YOU IN 2025!
BUILDING FUTURES COULD HELP YOU DISCOVER A NEW PATH…
Building Futures is a programme developed for women who are looking at a fresh start and would eventually like to return to work. Think of it as your starting point to getting your mojo back and putting yourself first – best of all, you don’t have to figure out ‘what next’ on your own, we’re here to help.
The programme has been designed in conjunction with our partners WOMENSTEC and Women in Business – and we have got lots of options for you. From courses in Self-Development, Becoming a Classroom Assistant, Mentoring, to OCN qualifications and more.
We also have Bursaries available to meet the cost of further training you would like to undertake (subject to approval). And if you’d just like to engage the programme for some 1-1 mentoring, that’s ok too – we can tailor it to you!
*ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS APPLY
-Women 18yrs old or older.
-Currently unemployed (i.e. have not worked in the last 4 weeks and not available to work in the next two weeks); and are not on benefits with a Work Search element.
-Reside in Newry, Mourne & Down or Armagh, Banbridge & Craigavon council area’s.
-We also welcome applicants (who meet the above criteria) from priority groups such as the over 50s, those with a long-term disability or those living in remote, rural communities.
Please contact Justina OR Tracy for a friendly chat about anything that might interest you on 028 3083 5764.
BECOME A CLASSROOM ASSISTANT
Interested in becoming a Classroom Assistant? This bespoke 10-week programme will take you through the prep and planning to help you get there. With guest speakers from local schools, Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding, plus Employability OCN qualification (including CV prep and mock interviews), you’ll be ready to apply for teaching assistant roles if you choose to pursue that path.
Many of our Newry & Warrenpoint Classroom Assistant participants have secured a new CA role straight out of our course having had no previous experience, so we warmly encourage you to give it a go too. Our next courses running in the new year are:
– Classroom Assistant (with Employability), Banbridge course (Jan ‘26)
– Classroom Assistant (with Employability), Markethill course (Jan ’26)
– Supporting your child with homework, Newry (Jan ‘26)
Please contact Justina to register your interest (contact details below).
MAKE MONEY FOR YOURSELF
If you’re interested in starting your own venture or would like to earn income from your hobbies, this programme from Women in Business (N.I.) will be perfect for you. Next course dates tbc, but please register your interest with Heather (see details below).
Gain the skills to make moneyCreate a business ideaUnderstand marketing & sellingLearn how to manage your incomeGet to grips with the legal side of businessConnect with local businesses
INTRO TO DIY WITH WOMENSTEC
Want to improve your DIY skills? Then get hands on with a DIY course from WOMENSTec. Learn DIY and electrical basics, master power tools and joinery skills. And fear not, no prior experience necessary!
Into to DIY with WOMENSTEC- learn how to do all the basic jobs around the home, from using drills and saws to hanging pictures and shelves!
Next course date TBC, but please register your interest with Justina (details below).
INTERESTED IN ANY OF THE ABOVE? CONTACT OUR TEAM TODAY!
Contact Justina or Tracy on 028 3083 5764 or email at justina@bolstercommunity.org
