FEATURE:MADE IN DEVON


the local economy are well founded in pragmatism and ambition, I believe that the plan strikes the right balance of public and private partnership having outlined meaningful interventions that will aid economic recovery and help businesses get back on their feet.”


redundancy or are seeking work, volunteers supporting the council during the pandemic, vulnerable groups currently self-isolating, and businesses. Training will range from work


related courses, such as online safeguarding and food hygiene certificate to digital skills. There will also be online courses and remote tutor-led learning to enable people to look after their mental health. Councillor Rufus Gilbert, Devon


Learn Devon A new range of free courses developed by Learn Devon in response to the coronavirus pandemic has been launched. Learn Devon, who provide adult


and community learning courses on behalf of Devon County Council, is offering its full support to anyone looking to get back into work, or for those who want to improve their digital skills, and improve wellbeing. Enrolment is now underway for


Learn Devon’s free online training. Initially the programme will offer


a range of digital courses, which will be delivered online. As it progresses, the programme will see small groups of up to six learners being taught remotely by a tutor to focus on, for example, job application and support courses for jobseekers. The courses will be aimed at


people who may have experienced


County Council Cabinet Member for Economy and Skills, said: “Learn Devon should be applauded for this response to the coronavirus pandemic, diverting all of its resources into supporting people through these unprecedented times. It sends a clear message that everything possible is being done to support people by providing the necessary training and skills needed to help people back into work. “The courses that are available


can change over time in order to meet the needs of local people. However, this is a starting point to use the digital opportunities that Learn Devon can offer. Devon County Council and the Heart of the South West LEP will also regularly review what jobs are available so that training can be developed and tailored to meet the on-going needs of people of Devon.”


Learn Devon will be made aware


of up-coming skills and qualifications needs, related to future job vacancies. Vacancies will then be matched to courses and qualifications, and training will become available to support people to gain the required skills and qualifications to successfully apply for vacancies. Anyone looking to enrol and


access any of the courses can do so through the Learn Devon website or by phone (0345 155 1014) and they will then be contacted by a member of the Learn Devon team to get them started with their course.


Able Futures As we start getting used to new ways of working, have you found yourself needing someone to talk to about anything that’s on your mind? Devon County Council’s partner


Able Futures is continuing to deliver mental health support via telephone and email and can be


there to listen to you and to give advice, guidance and support, whatever is on your mind. Able Futures delivers the Access


to Work Mental Health Support Service which can give you nine months support from a mental health professional at no cost to you. There’s no waiting list and you can apply online or by calling 0800 321 3137. If you are experiencing issues such


as anxiety, depression, grief or stress, or are struggling to deal with problems such as debt, disrupted sleep or relationship breakdowns that may be affecting your mental health, Able Futures can help you build resilience, tackle issues, feel better and learn new ways to manage your mental health throughout the ups and downs of life. Visit www.able-futures.co.uk to


find out more about the Access to Work Mental Health Support Service. Or you can call Able Futures on freephone 0800 321 3137 from 8am to 10.30pm, Monday to Friday.


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