St. Luke’s CARES charity shop, situated on Dewsbury Road, caters for the community by selling good quality second-hand furniture, bric-a-brac, white goods, and electricals. What you may not know is that for the past 8 years St Luke’s has also been running its very own free community retail course. St Luke’s CARES offers a 7-week retail, warehouse, and IT course in a warm and welcoming environment for people looking at getting back into work, training, or volunteering.
The course, a Level One Skills for Further Learning and Employment is held in the St Luke’s classroom, at the shop. There is a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, with no previous experience or qualifications necessary. The course runs for 7 weeks, 3 days a week, Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 10am-2pm (lunch provided).
This ia chance to gain new skills, improve confidence and get help with CV writing and job applications.
The next course starts on Monday (5 February 2024).
If you would like more information or to book a place on the next course:
Email: corrina@stlukescares.org.uk
Or call (0113) 400 1182
Or pop into the shop 246-252 Dewsbury Road LS11 6JQ, Monday to Friday 9:30am-4:30pm.
The Traing is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.
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