Nex had excellent attendance and punctuality and his attitude towards lessons was outstanding, taking part in all tasks that were set to him.

During his course, Nex designed concepts for his own Video Games, created his own characters and also
discussed and designed some aspects to how the gameplay would work in this game.

In November 2018 as part of his work experience, Nex went to the Princes Trust and joined on their “Get Started with Gaming” course. The course lasted a week with the intent that at the end each student would get a chance to be chosen to work at Sony as a Games Tester. On the course, students would work in teams to design their own games and get help from Sony employees.

At the end of the course at Princes Trust, Nex was chosen to work at Sony on a month-long placement as a Games Tester, with the possibility of being invited back again in the future on a full-time employment position.

Nex successfully achieved on his Creative Media & Games Design Pathway programme with us.

We are very proud of Nex and wish him all the best in his placement at Sony.

If, like Nex, you’re looking to strengthen your qualifications with Progress, don’t hesitate to fill in the form below:

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After 5 weeks on his Sports course, Joel was gaining more confidence and improving his knowledge in Sports and Coaching. Joel had excellent attendance and timekeeping and on a weekly basis, his tutor would do 1-1 support with him aimed at improving his CV and job capability.

Throughout lessons, Joel was always asking and answering questions correctly and confidently. He always enjoyed taking part in all activities. Joel would occasionally deliver practical sessions to the other students and came up with some very good ideas and implemented them into warm-ups and main sessions.

Joel came to the end of his sports certificate and progressed on to his diploma qualification with Progress Sports. During his time on the diploma, he learnt things such as how to plan and deliver a sports event effectively. This helped him with enhancing his skills in responsibility and authority.

Joel progressed onto BTEC level 3 in Sports Coaching in summer 2017. Joel successfully completed his first year on the course improving social skills such as confidence, knowledge and communication.

Joel began his second year but into his second week of the course, we managed to find him employment as a P.A at a bar in a busy part of the city centre.

After a couple of phone calls, Joel seems to enjoy it and has now been promoted to barman.

We wish Joel all the best in his employment.

If, like Joel, you’re looking to strengthen your qualifications with Progress, don’t hesitate to fill in the form below:

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Andrew had excellent attendance and punctuality while his attitude towards both theoretical and practical lessons was outstanding, taking part in all tasks that were set to him.

Andrew completed his F.A Level one coaching badge this year at our Prescot centre. Andrew also picked up new skills and was able to successfully complete a risk assessment, delivery of sessions which included warm-ups, main activities, cooldowns and invasion games.

In January this year, Andrew applied for university at UCFB Etihad Campus in Manchester with a hope to start in September 2018. Andrew needed Merits or above with his qualification work and with a load of dedication and hard work Andrew managed to receive these grades and is now heading to take part in a degree for Sports Business and Sports Coaching.

We are very proud of Andrew and wish him all the best in University at the UCFB Etihad Campus in Manchester.

If, like Andrew, you’re looking to strengthen your qualifications with Progress, don’t hesitate to fill in the form below:

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Sports Coach / Tutor
Widnes Upton Community Centre – WA8 4PF

Role Requirements:
• Responsible for managing students in a classroom and sports environment.
• Supporting learners needs and aiding retention of learners on the course.
• Working with students age 14 – 20
• Prior experience required.
• Excellent communication skills, teamwork and management skills needed.
• Must have DBS (essential) and must have appropriate sport related qualifications.
• Pro active approach and passion for working in the education sector.
• Training and development opportunities available.
• Opportunities for progression within the organisation.

Employability Tutor
Liverpool City Centre – L1 4BX

Role Requirements:
• Responsible for managing students in a classroom and work-related environment.
• Supporting learners needs and aiding retention of learners on the course.
• Supporting learners with progression.
• Working with students age 14 – 20
• Prior experience of working with young people and employers required.
• Excellent communication skills, teamwork and management skills needed.
• Must have DBS (essential)
• Pro active approach and passion for working in the education sector.
• Training and development opportunities available.
• Opportunities for progression within the organisation.

All applications should be sent to:
MarkWright@Progress-Sports.co.uk

Well done to both students, we’re very proud of you and wish you all the best in the future! You’re both shining examples that hard work and revision pays off.

Nic is enjoying working in the sector and has already had a taste of what it takes to work in sport and active leisure. Nic has already supported clients in the gym along with inductions, delivered children’s coaching sessions, supported on pool duty and kept up with the general cleaning and housekeeping of the centre.

Nic commented: “Working in the leisure centre has allowed me to taste different areas of working and this will only develop me and my knowledge further, allowing me to progress into full time employment”.

In March this year her tutor Deon and herself started to contact local gyms looking to gain experience or employment alongside her qualification. Pure Gym in Warrington replied back to her and offered her an interview. The interview went really well and Gemma was told to pass her level 3 and keep in contact as there would be an opportunity of employment at the end of her course. Gemma developed her industry experience by delivering one to one PT sessions to her peers and delivering circuit classes to her group of learners.

In June this year Gemma had her second interview with Pure Gym and part of the interview process was to deliver a 45 minute long one to one session to the Pure Gym manager we are so pleased that Gemma passed the interview and will start her new job as a PT in Pure Gym in July.

We wish Gemma all the best in her new employment.

If, like Gemma, you’re looking to strengthen your employability with Progress, don’t hesitate to fill in the form below:

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Leanne returned to Progress in January 2017 where she began her Sports Diploma Level 2. After 4 months she started her work experience within Progress participating in admin duties which included customer service & file management. It was also during her work experience that after 7 months, Leanne completed her Sports Diploma course in July 2017.

Upon completion of Leanne’s course, she was hired as a full time receptionist and administration employee, this is due to how impressed Progress were by her during her work experience.

Leanne has currently been working for Progress for over a year now and is receiving more training within her current position so that she can take on further responsibility within her role.

“During my time at Progress I managed to learn the fundamental skills required to start me off in full time employment. They have given me the support and guidance I need and set me up for my full time position within the company. I look forward to learning more in my position and taking on more responsibility in the future.”

If, like Leanne, you’re looking to strengthen your employability with Progress, don’t hesitate to fill in the form below:

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CVs should never follow a specific format, but here’s some items you should always include:

Personal details: It may sound obvious, but you’d be surprised how many people forget to include their name, email, contact phone number and address. To avoid any awkward moments, make sure you’ve created a professional email, as using your “EliteHeadShot1337@Hotmail.com” or “xxXLFC4EVAXxx@hotmail.com” email address will make employers skip your CV.

Profile: Placed at the beginning of the CV, a profile is a statement that highlights your key attributes or reasons for deciding to apply for a specific field of work. It must focus on the sector you’re applying to, as your cover letter will be job-specific. You should keep it short and snappy – 100 words is the perfect length.

Work experience: This section should include all of your relevant work experience, listed with the most recent first. Include your job title, the name of the organisation, time in post, and your key responsibilities.

Education: Your educational experience and achievements should be listed here, along with dates, the type of qualification and/or the grade you achieved. However for example, if you have more educational achievements than work experience, placing an emphasis on this section is a good idea.

Hobbies and interests: You don’t always need to include hobbies and interests in your CV, but mentioning relevant ones to the position you’re applying for could back up your skills and help you to stand out from the crowd – not to mention give you something to talk about at an interview!

• • Don’t use a font like “Comic Sans” instead, use size-10 Arial.
• • Never fold your CV, always print it double-sided if it’s across two pages.
• • Avoid using generic phrases such as “Team Player” “Hardworking” and “Multi-tasker”.
• • Don’t go into a job interview without researching the company first!
• • NEVER lie on your CV! As it demonstrates dishonesty to the employer.
• • NEVER send off your CV without at least spell checking it first.

The trial day is being held on Wednesday 30th May at Prescot Soccer & Leisure Centre, Warrington Road, Prescot, L24 9PQ between 12:00 – 15:30.

Your performance may be recorded, food and drinks will be provided on the day.

Please contact us on 0151 298 9139 to secure your place.

If you’re interested in any of our courses at Progress why not fill in the form below and join us?