For further information…
Email: targetedsupport@cxk.org
Call: 01233 224244
This project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills.
Making It Count is a dedicated numeracy programme designed to empower individuals with foundational mathematical skills and confidence. This programme is open to anyone who has not yet achieved a Level 2 qualification in maths, offering a transformative learning experience in 12 hours over three consecutive days.
This course is currently delivered in Ashford, Canterbury, Dover, Folkestone, Maidstone, Sheerness and online.
The programme provides a flexible and engaging learning environment where participants can delve into various numeracy activities, such as budgeting, calculating fuel consumption, and understanding payslips. These activities are complemented by sessions focusing on personal development and career exploration, empowering participants to identify their next steps with confidence.
CXK is currently offering a £20 high street voucher for every completion of a three day course.
Taster Sessions:
Potential participants are invited to an engaging 2-hour taster session held in a community setting. These sessions introduce Making It Count! and highlight the significance of numeracy in personal and professional development, addressing any fears they have through some simple, fun activities that make numeracy relevant and accessible.
Numeracy Programme:
Spread over three 4-hour sessions, Making It Count! covers a range of topics, including understanding the importance of numbers, budgeting, and exploring career options.
Career Support:
All participants will also be offered an opportunity to meet with a qualified National Careers Service adviser who will provide impartial careers information, advice and guidance, including skills assessments, exploring career options using up to date local labour market information, information about apprenticeships and training courses, CV development and supported job search activities.
Support and Referrals:
Recognising the diverse needs of participants, Making It Count! offers referrals to additional support services as required, ensuring they receive tailored support to overcome barriers to progression.
November Programmes
Taster Session – Friday 1st November, 10am-12pm
Course – 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th November, 10am-1pm weekly.
Venue: Folkestone Rainbow Centre, 69 Sandgate Road, Folkestone, CT20 2AF
Taster Session – Monday 4th November, 12pm-2pm, Online via MS Teams
Course – 6th, 7th and 8th November, 10am-2pm daily.
Venue – Online via MS Teams
Taster Session – Monday 4th November, 10am-12pm, Sittingbourne Job Centre
Course – 11th, 12th and 13th November, 10am-2pm daily.
Venue: Swale CVS, Sittingbourne, ME10 4NU
Taster Session – Friday 8th November, 10am-12pm, Dover JCP
Course – 12th, 13th and 15th November, 10am-2pm daily.
Venue: Dover Baptist Church, 27-32 Maison Dieu Road, Dover CT16 1RF
Taster Session – Thursday 14th November, 10am-12pm
Course – 19th, 20th, 21st November, 10am-2pm daily.
Venue: Island Works, Sheerness Dockyard Church, Garrison Road, Sheerness ME12 1ED
Taster Session – Monday 18th November, 10am-12pm, Sittingbourne Job Centre
Course – 25th, 26th and 27th November, 10am-2pm daily.
Venue: Swale CVS, Sittingbourne, ME10 4NU
Taster Session – Thursday 21st November, 10am-12pm
Course – 26th, 27th and 28th November, 10am-2pm daily.
Venue: Ann Robertson Centre, Canterbury, CT2 8HQ
Taster Session – Tuesday 3rd December, 10am-12pm, Sittingbourne JCP
Course – 9th, 10th and 11th December, 10am-2pm daily
Venue: Swale Community and Voluntary Services, Central House, Central Avenue, ME10 4NU
Taster Session – Wednesday 4th December, 10am-12pm
Course – 9th, 10th and 11th December, 10am-2pm daily
Venue – MADM, Church Street, Maidstone, ME14 1DS
Taster Session – Thursday 12th December, 10am-12pm
Course – 16th, 17th and 18th December, 10am-2pm daily
Venue: Ann Robertson Centre, Canterbury, CT2 8HQ
If you are interested in applying for in Making It Count!, please complete our Contact Form.