Individual Training Account (ITA)
Are you eligible? You could receive up to £200 towards a single course or training episode per year. ITA funding could be right for you if you’re: aged 16 or over not in education or involved in any other SDS funded programme unemployed and looking to get back into work employed, earning £22,000 or less […]
Personal Statement Examples
This website provides a very wide range of personal statement examples for loads of different course subjects. It also rates them to give you an idea of what a good personal statement looks like.
CV Template
CV’s are a document that tells an employer about your work, school and volunteer experience. This is a big part of the job application process, but it can sometimes be tricky to write one. A CV template is a great way to start you off and it shows the relevant information you should be including […]
National Insurance Number (Apply)
Your National Insurance Number (NINO) is your unique reference number for the UK social security system. Once you receive a NINO you will have that same number for your entire life. NINOs help HMRC (Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs) make sure your tax and National Insurance (NI) contributions are recorded against your name. You usually […]
Driver’s Licences
A Driver’s Licence is a form of Photo ID and proof that you are legally able to drive in the UK. Having photographic ID is very important. You will need a form of photographic ID for many different things, for example, opening bank accounts or starting a new job. Use the links below to find […]
Passports
A Passport is a form of Photo ID that allows you to travel to different countries. Passports are very important and if you have one it’s essential to keep it in a safe location. Having photographic ID is very important. You will need a form of photographic ID for many different things, for example, opening […]
Bank Accounts
Having your own bank account is an important step to independence. There are many different types of accounts, each with their own benefits. This can make opening an account a bit confusing, but there are lots of resources available to help you choose the right account for you. Below there are links to help guide […]
Citizen’s Card
Having photographic ID is very important. You will need a form of photographic ID for many different things, for example, opening bank accounts or starting a new job. Use the links below to find out how to apply for different forms of ID. The Citizen’s card is one form of photo ID and it is […]
Birth Certificate
A Birth Certificate is an important document. It can act as of proof of identity and can be obtained from the National Records of Scotland (NRS) or from where you were registered when you were born. If this was in the UK, it would be the local council of that area. This is an important […]