Kirklees Council Employment and Skills

19/06/2026

Employment Kirklees offers free, personalised support to help residents move closer to work, training or new opportunities.

From confidence‑building and careers advice to job search support and skills development, our team works with people at every stage of their journey.

If you or someone you know could benefit from support, contact the Employment & Skills team:
🔗https://www.kirklees.gov.uk/beta/employment-and-skills/index.aspx
📞 01484 221000
📧 [email protected]

17/06/2026

Our MESOL sessions make maths practical, simple and relevant.
Whether it’s understanding payslips, managing money or building skills for work, Count Me In helps people grow their confidence step by step.

Visit https://courseskirklees.cognisoft.cloud/ to view our full timetable of courses and to enrol on a Count Me In course.

15/06/2026

Our Employment & Skills team offers free support to help residents move closer to work, training or new opportunities.

From confidence‑building and skills development to careers advice and job search support, we’re here to help people take their next step at a pace that works for them.

If you or someone you know could benefit from support, contact the team:
📞 01484 221000
📧 [email protected]

11/06/2026

Paddock Trust is one of our key partners supporting residents to build confidence, skills and independence.

Through community‑based learning, wellbeing support and tailored guidance, they help people take positive steps towards training, employment and new opportunities.

Their work makes a real difference in local neighbourhoods, ensuring support is accessible, welcoming and rooted in the community.

We’re proud to work alongside Paddock Community Trust to help residents move forward.

Learn more about the support available:

Delivering information for individuals, businesses and organisations about this area in the Yorkshire Pennines area of England.

05/06/2026

Our Adult Learning 'Makerpreneur' course takes place every Tuesday at 9:30am in Thornhill Lees.
Build your confidence, test your ideas and gain real experience through a pop‑up shop project.

Enrol:

01/06/2026

📣Over 100 roles now available across Kirklees! 📣

Take a look and find your next step...

Over 100 different jobs in Kirklees with Kirklees Council Employment and Skills



Click for more information: https://ow.ly/Z3My50Z65aJ

01/06/2026

It’s National Volunteers' Week, and we’re celebrating all the amazing volunteers who are building new skills while helping others.

Volunteering is a great way to grow confidence, learn something new and gain experience that supports future job opportunities.

14/05/2026

From CV uploads and job applications, to online appointments and emails, Digital Hubs support people to develop the digital skills they need in today’s world, at their own pace and with personalised help.

Find a Digital Hub near you:
👉 https://courseskirklees.cognisoft.cloud/"

11/05/2026

Kirklees Employment & Skills provides local, practical support for people who want to move forward with work or learning. Whether you need help exploring career options, building confidence, accessing training or overcoming barriers to employment, our services are designed to support you at every stage of your journey.

Contact us to find out more about the support we offer:
📧 [email protected]
📞 01484 225016

08/05/2026

Learning as an adult can open doors to new opportunities.

Kirklees Adult Learning provides accessible, community‑based courses that support personal development, confidence building and progression into employment or further learning, whatever your starting point.

Check out the 2026 Adult Learning Timetable for courses near you:
👉 https://courseskirklees.cognisoft.cloud/