An apprenticeship, the best step I could have taken
If you want to find a meaningful career, have you considered doing an apprenticeship? An apprenticeship allows you to have a paying job whilst also studying part-time. If you enjoy learning in a practical way, gaining hands on experience and you are not a fan of regular examination methods, an apprenticeship could be the right […]
Start your career with an apprenticeship
We are celebrating National Apprenticeship Week between 7 and 13 February 2022 as we are truly proud of all the work that goes into this at Ealing and the opportunities that if offers our residents. When considering what your options are for higher education, an apprenticeship can give you a path to a long-term career […]
National HIV testing week
Testing for HIV is now quicker and easier than ever, and there is no better time to get tested and know your status. A new campaign, which starts today (Monday, 7 February) promotes HIV testing for those who could be affected by the virus. HIV testing is really important because some people who have HIV […]
New scheme to help businesses train apprentices
Businesses in Ealing now can benefit from applying for the council’s apprenticeship levy funding so they can train new apprentices through the apprenticeship levy business support scheme. What is the apprenticeship levy? Since 2017, employers with an annual paybill of £3 million or more pay 0.5% as an apprenticeship levy. This goes into funding that […]
A new youth hub arrives to Ealing
Ealing youth hub, a partnership between West London College and Jobcentre Plus, is opening its doors on 7 February, the first day of National Apprenticeship Week 2022. It aims to remove any barriers that young people aged 16-24 face when looking for work. Finding the right support to tackle employment challenges can sometimes seem like […]
Get help getting into work
If you are currently unemployed and have a health condition or a disability, the work and health programme can help you find a job. It offers personalised employment support so that you can find work if you are finding it difficult to do so. The programme boosts your confidence as it focuses on the unique […]
The internet – All Fun and Games?
This year, Safer Internet Day is on Tuesday, 8 February and will be exploring respect and relationships on the internet through the theme ‘All Fun and Games?’. The digital world offers children and young people many positive opportunities for learning and discovery but can also pose risks to their wellbeing and safety. Schools and nurseries […]
More than 100 new genuinely affordable homes
Ealing Council and its subsidiary housing developer Broadway Living RP have started work on a series of new projects to build 109 new genuinely affordable homes at six sites across the borough. The homes, which will be let at London Affordable Rent, are being built as part of the council’s pledge to deliver more than […]
Ealing Sports Awards nominations now open
Nominations for the Ealing Sports Awards 2023 are now open and local people have the chance to ensure that the borough’s sporting heroes get the recognition they deserve for their work in the community. The annual awards are run by Ealing Council and local leisure provider Everyone Active and celebrate the commitment, talent and achievements […]
Ealing’s 2022/23 council tax on the agenda at cabinet
Ealing Council’s cabinet will consider proposals to increase council tax by 1.99% when it meets on Wednesday, 9 February. Cabinet will discuss the plans as part of the council’s draft Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS). The MTFS sets out the council’s spending, savings, and investments for the financial year ahead. By law, the council must […]
Ealing youth careers fair
This National Apprenticeships Week 2022, Ealing Council’s Work Ealing service is holding a free virtual youth careers fair for young people aged 16-30. Go along to an Ealing youth careers fair on Wednesday, 9 February (between 10am-6pm) for exciting workshops and inspirational talks from employers looking to recruit young people or organisations that provide pre-employment […]
Don’t miss out on free school meals
Local families who receive certain benefits, and who are on very low incomes, could be entitled to claim free school meals. Applications are made online. Help is on hand to complete the form through your child’s school. You can contact the council’s Family Information Service by calling 020 8825 5588 or by emailing children@ealing.gov.uk. Children […]