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Springboard London & the South East
Regional Programmes
ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS:
FutureChef 2008
September 2007 sees the nationwide search for chefs of the future; this begins with the School Heat of FutureChef! Now in its eighth year, the competition is aiming to be bigger and better than ever and is supported by leading industry partners. Schools from around London and the South East will have the opportunity to compete in a 4 round event. The Grand Final will be held at London's Westminster Kingsway College and is open to students from Years 8-11. The winner of the School Heat will be paired with a Mentor Chef from industry for advice on menu planning and preparation.
For more information go to www.springboaruk.org.uk/futurechef
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Work Place Co-ordinators Project for Hospitality and Catering
A programme based in the Cross River Partnership Area (Southwark, Wandsworth, Lambeth and Westminster) helping job seekers into employment within the Hospitality and Tourism Industry. The programme offers employers a pool of potential recruits ready for interviews who have been trained in Basic Food Hygiene, Basic Health and Safety and Welcome Host (Customer Service) along with life skills such as Interview techniques and CV building.
If your an employer looking to recruit in the London area, please contact Charlene Hallal at charleneh@springboarduk.org.uk
If your a job seeker and live in the Cross River area and would like to find out more please contact Sneha Dewan at snehad@springboarduk.org.uk
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AMBASSADOR COURSES
Ideally the definition of a potential Ambassador is one who is passionate, enthusiastic and interested in ‘spreading the word’ about the Hospitality industry by going into schools, colleges, universities, returner groups, third agers groups and talking about the real opportunities which exist within our industry.
For all our Springboard Ambassadors, we run a two day programme covering presentational skills and careers guidance. This equips them with the right skills to present the range of different jobs and careers within this exciting and diverse Industry and to pass on some of their enthusiasm and experience to different audiences. All Ambassadors are given a Video Speakers Pack, which consists of various visual aids designed to entertain, inspire and evoke enthusiasm in the industry. This is included in the cost of the course at just £120.
The commitment we require is that they agree to do at least three activities a year for us and feedback on any progress in terms of potential recruits they have spoken or influenced back to our nearest Springboard centre around the country.
For more details contact Eileen Allen eileena@springboarduk.org.uk
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CANARY WHARF DISCOVERY TRAIL
(Developed by the Springboard Charitable Trust for Tower Hamlets Education Directorate with the support of the LSDA)
The Canary Wharf Discovery Trail highlights the many and varied components of the Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism industry - the UK’s fastest growing industry. It provides an opportunity for students to discover the wide range of exciting career opportunities available, and to view the industry in action, in one of London’s most vibrant and rapidly developing communities.
The Canary Wharf Discovery Trail is a great teaching and learning experience for both teachers and their students, and supports many elements of the curriculum.
The Discovery Trail is an ideal activity to undertake at the start of a course as an induction activity, or as a planned visit to support specific units of the Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism curriculum.
GCSE Leisure & Tourism - see how Customer Service is provided to a range of customers; how do different companies market themselves to potential customers? ; note the wide range of job opportunities available.
GNVQ Hospitality & Catering - observe Customer Service in action; note the types of jobs available and the roles and responsibilities of employees; interview key staff at pre-organised venues
Each teacher registering for the Discovery Trail will receive a Teacher Pack containing:
- Discovery Trail guidelines
- Answers and suggested responses to the questions
- Curriculum- based student activities and assignments
Each student receives an individual printed copy of the Discovery Trail and careers information materials.
Cost: £2.50 per student (Tower Hamlets: £1.50 per student)
To Register and receive the Teacher Pack and individual copies of the Discovery Trail:
Call the Springboard London and South East Team on 020 7497 8654 or e-mail: info.london@springboarduk.org.uk
Learning is Fun on the Springboard Canary Wharf Discovery Trail
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COVENT GARDEN DISCOVERY TRAIL
The Covent Garden Discovery Trail is a educational quiz which is an interesting and exciting way to highlight the wonderful opportunities the hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism industries can offer around one of London’s most popular tourist destinations.
A small charge of £3.50 per student with teacher free.
To book your trail contact Ann Young on 020 7395 9485
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TASTER DAYS
Springboard's Taster Days are designed to inform potential recruits and influencers about the exciting range of careers within Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism. Providing up to date information and the opportunity to visit a host organisation for lunch, followed by presentations, a tour of the establishment and the opportunity to meet members of staff from different departments and find out about their career paths, we hope to highlight the many benefits of working in this exciting industry. The Taster Days can also be tailored to cover certain subject areas on request.
For further information please contact Sam Coulstock on 020 7395 9489 or email samc@springboarduk.org.uk
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SKILLS CHALLENGE EVENTS
Employers come together in one venue to demonstrate different skills needed within the industry to students from secondary schools and in true Generation Game style the students then get to try their hand at each skill. The students are awarded points and points add up to prizes. Some typical skills include; Non alcoholic cocktail making, chocolate piping, the safety demonstration of an aircraft, decorative paint techniques, etc. To find out more contact Sam Coulstock on 020 7395 9489.
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CAREERS FAIRS
Many schools and colleges throughout London and the South East hold Careers Fairs, Seminars and Presentations to enable their students to meet employers and talk about career opportunities. Springboard UK may be able to assist by attending such events and providing careers literature and advice to students on the opportunities available in Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism. In addition, we may also be able to assist where possible, by organising for one of our Ambassadors, enthusiastic individuals working in the industry, to attend an event or presentation.
For further information please contact Dee Smith on 020 7395 9488
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