Overview

Newcastle College is the largest FE provider in the North East. It also offers more courses across a wider subject area than any other college in the region.

At Newcastle College, we aim to give our students an exceptional learning experience.One that is not purely based on theory but one which has an active element of on-the-job training. After studying at Newcastle College, you will be in the perfect position to find employment or to continue onto higher education.

Newcastle College is a training provider that offers apprenticeships, traineeships and employability skills training. Newcastle College also offer a Sixth Form provision and further and higher education.

Newcastle College can offer the following support:

We work in partnership with people with a learning disability, and all our services support people to live life as they choose.

Our work includes:

Inspired Support helps people with learning difficulties or autism.  They aim to help develop talents, social skills, life skills, and more. There is a particular focus on the needs and wants of the individual and having fun.  Sessions are led by local professionals and can focus on:

Cafe Beam at Ouseburn Farm provides a fabulous environment for young people with disabilities and learning difficulties to gain hands on work experience and learn new skills and develop confidence.

We are looking for regular volunteers to provide practical support for our youngsters usually for one morning or one afternoon on a weekly basis.  This role is extremely rewarding and varied and you will acquire a real insight into the operational side of our organisation as well as gaining valuable experience in working with people with special needs. 

We provide supported work placements to people who have learning difficulties, mental health problems, or both. We aim to empower people with the skills and experience that only real working environments can give:

• team working

• social interaction

• access to training opportunities

Our voluntary placements help to increase self confidence in the work place and beyond, improve self esteem and reduce social isolation.

Enable young people with SEN the opportunity to access activities which support and encompass Recovery & Mental Health Awareness.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• 6 week programmes
• 2hr weekly sessions
• Regular reviews
• Focus on Recovery & Mental Health
• 16-25 year olds

Physical Wellbeing
Walks, small exercise sessions, sports activities

Self-Reflection
Emotional literacy, journaling, scrap booking

Looking for support to get into paid employment? 
Looking for real hands-on work experience and more career opportunities? 
Motivated to get work experience to find a paid job?

NHS England Choices College is a national specialist college. We provide employment support for young adults aged 16-24 with learning disabilities/difficulties and/or Autism. 

Our person-centred approach ensures support is tailored to meet each learner’s needs. Placements are found based on the learners' skills and interests.

Specialist support into employment 

Disability confident, Veteran Aware, Carer Aware and fully funded. 

Participants will automatically receive a 15-month support plan, including 6 months support once they enter employment and our rapid response support should they fall out of work within 15 months of signing up with us.

Our eligibility criteria are as follows:

Café Beam @ Gosforth provides work placements for young people with learning difficulties and disabilities, helping them gain valuable work and life skills.

What is Café Beam?
Café Beam is a place where young people can learn to work in a café environment. They help prepare food, serve customers, handle money, and more. The café serves delicious, home-cooked food using fresh, local ingredients from Ouseburn Farm.

Benefits of Joining

Where Does It Take Place?

At Gosforth Civic Theatre's Café Bar.

Who Is It For? 

Young people with learning disabilities and autism aged between 16-24 years old 

How Does It Work? 

Conveniently located on our Rye Hill campus, Newcastle College Day Nursery offers stimulating, safe and nurturing day care.

Places are available now for all children aged 0 to 5 with sessions between 8:15am and 5:15pm from Monday to Friday.

Our highly qualified and motivated staff will educate and care for your child in our lovely home from home environment which boasts an extensive outdoor play area and sensory garden.

Breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack are provided as well as healthy fruit snacks and drinks throughout the day.

We provide a happy stimulating, stable and safe environment where every child feels secure and valued using guidance from the underlying principles of the EYFS. 

Riverview Kindergarden is a not for profit community organisation, based in a purpose built kindergarden facility in the West End of Newcastle. It is easy accessible by car or public transport. 

Full or part-time places and hours to suit your needs.

From the moment you enter Culverdene Day Nursery you will be impressed by the cheerful rooms and happy faces.  We are committed to providing the highest quality childcare and early education for your children, from age 3 months to 5 years.

Our objective at Culverdene is to give your child as much love and support as you do.

Little Bears Day Nursery is dedicated to providing the finest quality childcare and education for children from birth to 5 years.

We provide a caring and secure environment where children can enjoy the friendship of others, have a happy and rewarding time and reach their full potential through praise and encouragement.

Each child receives the individual attention he or she needs to develop new skills and interests, and to discover that learning is an exciting and fun experience. We also promote, good manners, independence and consideration for others.

Childsplay Nursery was established in 1982 as a "not for profit" cooperative and has been working alongside families successfully ever since.  Childsplay retains their Ofsted judgement as an OUTSTANDING provider, our most recent inspection dated 5 December 2019.

Footsteps Dolphin is an accessible, open plan early years setting, we offer full and part time places for children aged 0-5 years either morning, afternoon or full-day sessions.

Give your child the best start in life with Castle Nurseries

• Excellent childcare and education for children aged from birth to 5 years.
• Home from home, warm, nurturing, safe and secure play environments
• Exciting, fun, learning opportunities; supporting every child to reach their full potential
• Highly qualified, experienced staff who ensure children feel safe and happy

Give your child the best start in life with Castle Nurseries

• Excellent childcare and education for children aged from birth to 5 years.
• Home from home, warm, nurturing, safe and secure play environments
• Exciting, fun, learning opportunities; supporting every child to reach their full potential
• Highly qualified, experienced staff who ensure children feel safe and happy

Scotswood Village Nursery is a setting based in the West End of Newcastle, which provides high quality care and early education for children aged 2-4 years.

At St Gabriels we promote learning through play. We feel it is important for children of all ages to be encouraged to explore and develop their own thinking. Developing an inquisitive mind will in turn enable children to become problem solvers to discover and learn at their own pace.

Activities within the nursery are planned with this in mind and the Early Years Foundation Stage  Framework.

Whether your child is just six months old or an eager three year old, quiet and shy or confident and rumbustious, a good eater or not, Jesmond Nursery is well prepared and equipped to make the most of his or her individuality.

Free Spirits is a purpose built modular building that is set within the grounds of Freeman Hospital.  We have excellent facilities including 6 spacious rooms two garden/ play areas.  Children are looked after by caring well qualified and experienced staff who plan play and learning experiences around the needs of each child individually.  We follow the EYFS curriculum and ensure that children are given the best possible opportunities to reach their full potential.

One Nation Childcare is a thriving provision for 2 - 5 years olds, that is a "home away from home" for your child.  We understand that children develop in their learning when they are given the necessary support, and when they feel emotionally secure. As a result, our staff strive to promote an environment that is warm, friendly and caring to the individual cultural and diverse needs of all children, so they can reach their maximum potential. 

We have a fully equipped wet room. Children can attend for 11 hours per week all year around for the  FEYE only as well as children who meet the criteria for the 2 year offer (again offered over 11 hours each week). We offer the 30 hours funding and are flexible in our approach to this, tailoring sessions to suit your needs where we can. We work alongside other professionals to offer the best support to the whole family as well as the child, such as, speech and language, family support, health visitors, SENTASS team and community nursery nurses.