Employability Durham

15/06/2026

🌟 Spennymoor Elevate Hub – This Tuesday! 🌟

⏰ Join us at Spennymoor Leisure Centre between 10am–2:30pm for our friendly drop-in session 💬

✨ This week, Durham Employment and Skills will be offering Midlife MOTs for ages 50+ – supporting you with:

• Healthy living 💪
• Finances 💷
• Skills & future planning 🎯

✅ No appointment needed, just pop in for a chat and see how we can help 💛

15/06/2026

🌟 What’s On at Elevate Hubs This Week! 🌟
Looking for a bit of support, advice or just a friendly space to drop into? Our Elevate Hubs are back this week with lots going on 🙌

💬 From employment and skills support to wellbeing advice, confidence building and more – there’s something for everyone. And the best part… there’s no pressure and no appointment needed 😊

📍 Spennymoor Leisure Centre – Tuesday 10:00am–2:30pm
📍 Louisa Centre, Stanley – Thursday 10:00am–2:30pm
📍 Peterlee Leisure Centre – Friday 10:00am–2:30pm

✨ Come along and meet our team and partners offering a range of support to help you with:

• Work, skills and training
• Health and wellbeing
• Confidence and personal development
• Access to local services and opportunities

👉 For a full breakdown of what’s happening at each Hub this week, take a look here: https://padlet.com/employabilitydurhamelevate/elevate-hubs-access-to-support-services-tepqz1trvrzjcdvg

💛 Drop in, have a chat, and see how we can support you – everyone is welcome!

12/06/2026

💬 Friday Check In
It’s Friday – help us understand what support would be most useful for you right now 👇
Use the Facebook reaction buttons to vote:
👍 Figuring out what kind of career you’d like
❤️ Updating or improving your CV
😮 Finding training to move closer to the future you want
🤗 Accessing local community services
If you’d like support with any of these (or anything else), get in touch with us here 👉 Employability Durham - support to plan for your future - Durham County Council
We’re here to help 💙

11/06/2026

We’re at Peterlee Leisure Centre this Friday for our Elevate Hub 👋

Drop in anytime between 10:00am and 2:30pm – no appointment needed, just come along ✨

Our friendly advisers will be there throughout the day, ready to support you in a way that works for you 💙

Whether you’re thinking about your next step, exploring opportunities, or just want to find out what’s available locally, we’re here to help.
It’s a relaxed, welcoming space where you can have a chat and get the support that’s right for you 😊

We’d love to see you there!

10/06/2026

🌿 Stanley Elevate Hub – tomorrow! 🌿

📍 Louisa Centre, Stanley
🗓 Thursday
🕙 10:00am – 2:30pm

🎯 Interview Prep Workshop
🕙 10:00 – 12:30
✅ Build confidence and prepare for interviews

Come along for a relaxed, friendly drop-in where you can get support with things like jobs, training, confidence or wellbeing. This week we’re running an interview prep session in the morning to help you feel more prepared and confident, with tips and guidance to support you every step of the way. No pressure and no appointments—just pop in and have a chat 😊

09/06/2026

💜 National Carers Week 2026 💜

Do you care for a loved one at home?

Whether you’re looking for advice, support, information, or simply the opportunity to connect with others who understand, we’d love to welcome you.

Join our team alongside Home Instead - Durham, Alzheimer's Society, Durham County Carers Support and Durham Alliance for Community Care - DACC for a relaxed and informal coffee afternoon.

📅 Wednesday 10 June
🕐 1:00pm – 3:00pm
📍 Durham Alliance for Community Care, Kepier Crescent, Durham DH1 1PH
☕ Free to attend

This is a chance to grab a cuppa, meet local support services, chat with fellow carers, ask questions, and take some time for yourself in a friendly and welcoming environment.

Spaces are limited, so please contact Home Instead Durham on the following number to reserve your place:
📞 0191 374 4041

Please share with anyone who may benefit from some extra support or a listening ear.

09/06/2026

💙 Carers Week 2026 💙
Are you supporting a loved one while juggling your own goals? You’re not alone — and it’s important to take time for you too.
At Employability Durham, we support residents of County Durham who have caring responsibilities to explore what their future could look like. Whether you’re thinking about work, training, or simply doing something for yourself, we’re here to help.
🌱 We can support you to: ✅ Understand how moving into work could impact your finances
✅ Build confidence and explore training or job opportunities
✅ Connect with local social groups so you can take time out and meet others
✅ Take small, positive steps towards your own goals
You give so much to others — let us help you invest in yourself.
📩 Get in touch today to find out more about the support available.

08/06/2026

🌿 Spennymoor Elevate Hub - tomorrow! 🌿

📍 Spennymoor Library Leisure Centre
🗓 Tuesday
🕙 10:00am – 2:30pm

💚 Wellbeing for Life joining us
🕐 1:00 – 2:30pm
✅ Mini health checks available

✨ Our team will be there throughout the day

Come along for a friendly, relaxed drop-in where you can get support with things like jobs, training, confidence or wellbeing. This week is a great chance to have a chat with Wellbeing for Life too, who can offer simple health checks and advice to help you feel your best. No pressure and no appointments—just pop in and see what support works for you 😊

08/06/2026

🌟 Elevate Hubs are back this week! 🌟
Looking for support, advice or just a friendly chat? Come along to one of our free, drop-in Elevate Hubs – no appointment needed 💬

Here’s what’s happening this week 👇
📍 Tuesday – Spennymoor (Library & Leisure Centre)
🕙 10:00 – 2:30
💚 We’ll be joined by Wellbeing for Life
🕐 1:00 – 2:30pm
✅ Mini health checks
✅ Friendly wellbeing advice and support

📍 Thursday – Stanley (Louisa Centre)
🕙 10:00 – 2:30
🎯 Interview Prep Workshop (10:00 – 12:30)
✅ Build your confidence
✅ Get ready for interviews
✅ Tips to help you succeed
📍 Friday – Peterlee (Library & Leisure Centre)

🕙 10:00 – 2:30
👋 Just our friendly advisers this week – come along for support with:
✅ Jobs, skills & training
✅ Confidence & next steps
✅ Wellbeing & general advice

✨ Everyone is welcome – just pop in and see what support is right for you!
💬 We’re here to help with whatever you need, not just employment – come have a chat 😊

The Elevate Hubs are weekly drop‑in sessions offering personalised support to help you move closer to work or training. No appointment is needed — just come along and speak to our team. This Padlet shares the weekly timetable showing which organisations will be attending each Elevate Hub and the...

05/06/2026

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