Archive for the ‘Education, Training & Employment’ Category

International Extravaganza

July 16th, 2018   |   Employment   |  

We had the opportunity to publicise our services to the community (including Motiv8) recently at an ‘International Extravaganza’ in Bolton, Greater Manchester.  The event was held at at Moorgate Primary School, in Tonge Moor,  to create awareness of local services available to parents; representatives from Bolton CVS, Big Local and others were in attendance. Pictured above are Margarite Hodson (German teacher and ESOL coordinator), with Wai Yin Society’s Ling Tang, and Yen Siang Tan.  Note: Motiv8 supports people aged over 25 across Greater Manchester who need support to get their lives back on track – whether you are experiencing issues with health, […]

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Womens’ Vote Centenary

June 27th, 2018   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

As part of our series of womens’ vote centenary events this year, there will be an “equaliteas” event at the Welcome Centre, Cheetham Hill. This is an open to all event.  There will a drama about the original suffragettes in China, role play demonstration of the current ballot process in Manchester, and a short presentation explaining the UK parliamentary system. Plenty of fun and refreshments. All welcome! Women Vote Centenary Equaliteas Event Poster (Welcome Centre) Please note, there will be another big event coming up in November 2018. Watch this space!

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Welcome Centre Open Day

March 28th, 2018   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

On the 16th of March 2018, Welcome Centre was bustling with excitement as we were hosting an Open Day. This event was funded by the Guinness Partnership.  The Open Day has provided opportunities for over 200 Guinness tenants to learn more about the services offered at Welcome Centre. For many of them, this is the first time they attended an event at a community centre near them. On the day, they were introduced to the various services that we offer and activities that they can participate in such as free English classes, general advice service, cooking classes, furniture upcycling/DIY sessions, […]

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Free ESOL Course for Mums, Grandmums and Babies

February 7th, 2018   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

Stepping stones promo Day: Every Wednesday Time: 10:30am to 11:30am Venue: Wai Yin Headquarter (66-68 Swan Street, Manchester, M4 5 JU) Remark: Children must be 4 years and below Limited Spaces, Please enrol ASAP！ For more information, please contact Wai Yin Society. Telephone: 0161 833 0377 Email: [email protected] 想学习英文却没人能帮忙照顾小孩？ 上课时间：每週星期三，早上10点半至11点半 上课地点：慧妍社总部 (66-68 Swan Street, Manchester, M4 5 JU) *注：小孩必须是4岁或以下 名额有限，尽快报名！ 欲知更多详情，请联系慧妍社 0161 833 0377 或发电邮至 [email protected] Stepping stones promo Stepping stones promo English version

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Wai Yin is an Approved SELT Course Provider

January 10th, 2018   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

We are excited to share the news that Wai Yin Society continues to be involved as a SELT (Secure English Language Tests) approved course provider for Trinity’s UKVI approved English Exams. This means that we help learners prepare for A1, A2 and B1 English tests, which are required for visa applications. If you, or anyone that you know, is preparing for a visa application, do get in touch with us! Further Leave to Remain (A1) / Tier 2 (Sportsperson) (A1) For Further Leave to Remain/Tier 2 (Sportsperson) you must pass a Secure English Language Test (SELT) in at least CEFR level A1 in Speaking […]

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Revised Jan – Mar 2018 Course schedule

December 22nd, 2017   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

Both English and Chinese version of revised Jan – Mar 2018 Course Schedule have been uploaded.  Please see attachment.  All the courses will start in January 2018.  Please do signpost your service users to us if you know of anyone who would like to learn English or ICT skills. If you have any other questions, please just ask Ling or Joyce, tel: 0161 833 0377   Jan – Mar 2018 course schedule (Revised) Jan – Mar 2018 course schedule (Chinese version)

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Jan – March 2018 Course Schedule

December 13th, 2017   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

Hello all, our new term is starting in January 2018. Please click below for the new term schedule. Do signpost your service users to us if you know of anyone who would like to learn English or ICT skills. If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us, Tel: 0161 833 0377   Jan – Mar 2018 course schedule (Chinese version) Jan – Mar 2018 course schedule

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New Term Classes Timetable (September to December 2017)

September 1st, 2017   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

A new term classes timetable (September to December 2017) has been confirmed.  If you are interested in attending the class, please come to our Centre to do the initial assessment and enrolment. For more information, please contact Wai Ling Tang or Joyce Low by email or phone. Email: [email protected] / [email protected] Telephone: 0161 833 0377 Full course schedule 2017 September to December

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Day Trip to Rhyl North Wales

August 1st, 2017   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

Wai Yin Society are organising a summer day trip to Rhyl, a seaside town, in North Wales, on Thursday 17th August 2017. The trip will be fun for all the family. An English teacher will be on board with exercises on places of interest so participants will be able to learn and practise English language. Please contact Chelsea, Anny, Wai Ling Tang,  or Amy for more information [Tel]: 0161 833 0377 [Address]: Wai Yin Society 66-68 Swan Street M4 5JU   Summer Trip to North Wales  

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Learning about Autism

July 25th, 2017   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

Following the very successful talk about autism to parents and carers, earlier this year, given by a qualified medical doctor, we are now pleased to offer a six week training course. As places are limited, please contact Amy Wong on 0161 833 0377 as soon as possible, if you are interested. Designed to help parents learn more on the following topics: Autism Awareness Challenging Behaviour Sensory Awareness Communication passports Sleep Diet and Exercise Parents will understand the skills required to improve family life and more. 父母學習及了解所需的技能使家庭生活得以改善. 如有任何查詢或預約，請聯繫 Amy [地址] 66-68 Swan Street Manchester M4 5JU [電話] 0161 8330377  

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Active Citizens, Empowered Voices

June 15th, 2017   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

We take great pleasure in sharing with you that with the funding supported by a grant from Tony Lloyd Police & Crime Commissioner, we were given the opportunity to carry out “Active Citizens, Empowered Voices (ACEV) Project”. This project aims to enable people, particularly from BME communities, to gain confidence in English communication skills as well as supporting to build a safer and stronger community in Manchester especially in North Manchester area.    Under this project, we have: Organised talks such as Hate Crime Talks, How to Make Use of the Community Police Drop-in sessions and learning more about LGBT communities. Organised […]

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Food Safety Courses 2017

March 29th, 2017   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

RSPH Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering The course is aimed at food handlers working in catering or hospitality including hotels, restaurants, cafes, bars, fast food outlets, takeaways, cafes, kitchens, hospitals, schools and colleges. Food Hygiene English Version Food Hygiene Chinese Version  

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Furniture Upcycling

September 12th, 2016   |   Education, Training & Employment   |  

[:en]Wai Yin is running an Upcycling Furniture project, where you can get FREE training to learn how to repair and reuse old furniture. We will teach you practical skills to fix old furniture and how to sell it on to make money. We can also offer language or math support if you need it. This project is only available for people who are unemployed. Contact Joanna at 0161 796 9760 for further information. The next class starts Late September 2016[:]

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