Cadet offer
Workplace safari
Bolton Council are now proudly offering ‘Workplace Safaris’ to local educational settings, and we would love for you to take part!
A Workplace Safari gives your cadet’s the chance to have a glimpse into the world of work and what it’s like to work for Bolton Council. They’ll listen to talks from departmental experts, take a tour of the beautiful Town Hall building and discover the joys of working!
This experience can be tailored to the needs and interests of your cadet’s, as we want to ensure they get the most out of the experience.
Please contact hrcorporate@bolton.gov.uk for further information.
Workplace experience placement
Work experience is a wonderful way to gain an insight into the world of work and to transition from education. Time spent in the workplace can offer you valuable knowledge and understanding of different industries and sectors, which can help inform career decisions and enhance your skills. Click the link below for more information and to request a placement.
N.B. When applying for a work placement, please can all cadets ensure that they make it clear that they are a 'cadet seeking work experience'.
Training opportunities online via our Me-Learning platform
Information on the training available is described on our Training opportunities for amed forces personnel page.
There are limited spaces available and they are only available to cadets who are residents of Bolton so if you are interested in accessing the learning please send an email to learninganddevelopment@bolton.gov.uk to sign up today. Once signed up, you will have access to all courses for 1 year.
Digital Employment Skills support
The Bolton Council Digital Employment Skills Team can also offer alternative training and skills development on Digital skills to cadets who are residents of Bolton. Support that can be offered covers.
- Provide one to one support for cadets who need help with basic digital skills.
- Offer one to one support on more advanced digital skills such as Microsoft packages, computer hardware etc... (This can be in groups as well as one to one support).
- Shadow or support our DES drop in which takes place every Thursday in Bolton Central Library between 2pm-4pm.
- Attend Training available to DES Volunteers to get an insight of what it’s like to be a volunteer. In this training you can learn about what’s initiatives and events are taking place in Bolton and how we partner with other organisations such as the NHS and supporting the people of Bolton in using the NHS app.
- Explore completing the Bolton iDEA badge. iDEA is the digital and enterprise version of The Duke of Edinburgh Award. For every new skill mastered, iDEA learners are awarded a digital badge. Each badge carries points and when you earn enough points, you are awarded the Bronze or Silver Award. The program is Industry relevant and looks at different areas so Cadets can choose which industry they are interested in to develop skills. This program is self-led for the cadets to complete. Find out more about iDea.
Please contact DES@bolton.gov.uk to arrange any one-to-one support, shadowing and training opportunities. Please include ‘Bolton cadet’ in the title of the email.