If it can be made, it’s been made here. From the glass in Big Ben, to Wembley’s arch, Sandwell has long been making and manufacturing for the world. Now, we’re making the workforce of tomorrow, fostering advanced logistics and emerging technologies, supporting businesses big and small as well as helping people across Sandwell find the right courses, develop skills, and find the right apprenticeship or career for them.
Here you can find what advice, support services, courses and jobs are available in Sandwell. Help to develop your skills, CV, confidence and experience to make that next step, wherever you’re starting from.
Advice & Support Services
Sandwell’s Employment & Skills Team: if you’re aged 16 and over and looking for work, Think Sandwell offer a range of support. You can email [email protected] or call 0121 569 2099 to find out more or book an appointment with an advisor.
Youth Trailblazer Programme: if you’re aged between 18-21 and not in employment, education or training, the Youth Trailblazer Programme can help to develop your skills, confidence and paid work experiences to help further your career opportunities. It’s part of the ‘Youth Guarantee’ initiative and is delivered by Sandwell Council, working with the West Midlands Combined Authority. Email [email protected] or call 0121 569 2099 for more.
New Horizons: is an adult education programme for people aged 19 and over. Courses are available online and in classroom settings in English, Maths, Customer Services, Food Safety, Health & Safety, Safeguarding, Mental Health Awareness, Manual Handling, ICT, First Aid and more! Find out more and email here or call 0121 557 0837
Additional Support: If you have a disability, are unemployed and are looking for work – try the Think Sandwell Specialist Employment Team at Sandwell Council. Find out more here or email [email protected] or call 0121 569 5981
Apprenticeships
There are lots of ways to search and apply for an apprenticeship in Sandwell, which we’ve listed below. If you’re not quite ready to apply for an apprenticeship, you can get support and advice on what to do from Sandwell Council by emailing [email protected] or at Sandwell College by emailing [email protected]
You can find apprenticeships to apply for here:
Sandwell College
Sandwell Council
Sandwell Careers
Here are some apprenticeships currently being recruited:
Looking for a job?
Sandwell Careers
If you’re 18 or under, or aged up to 25 and have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), the new Sandwell Careers website provides information and support on everything from getting your CV ready, to finding the right job to apply for and interview techniques.
Thinking of Study?
Sandwell Courses
Whether you’re in education currently, or if you’re thinking of going back to it, there’s so much on offer in Sandwell. Explore what’s on offer at Sandwell College, Central St Michael’s Sixth Form and through the Sandwell Adult & Family Learning Service.
Midland Metropolitan University Hospital – Learning Campus
The new MMUH learning campus next to the hospital, provides a real-world, immersive learning environment. It offers direct access to NHS expertise, career pathways and cutting-edge training resources. Find out about School Leaver Courses and Adult Courses.
Cradley Health Skills Campus
The Cradley Heath Skills Campus is a dedicated training centre designed to prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. With a focus on practical, hands-on learning, this campus provides a real-world working environment tailored to industry needs. Find out about courses in Childcare, Construction & Trades, Digital & Computing, English, Health & Social Care and Maths as well as Support for Adult Learners including Financial Support.
