FIRST Thoughts…

Ever thought about being your own boss?
Want to learn how?

Why not enrol in our Level 1 Understanding Enterprise course and kickstart your journey to self-employment!

Click here to enrol now and begin turning your dreams into reality.

As we dive into September, it’s essential to pause and celebrate FIRST’s recent milestones.

Reflecting On Success

10 Years Of FIRST

We marked FIRST's 10th anniversary with a memorable celebration, starting with an in-house cocktail-making class led by Level 1 learner Tom, the founder of Proud To Drink, followed by a challenging adventure at Newcastle’s EXIT escape rooms and rounding off with a staff night out.

Completed Apprenticeships

We’re thrilled to congratulate two outstanding team members on their recent achievements. Jack, our Learning and Support Apprentice, has completed his ‘Level 3 Learning Mentor’ course and has been promoted to Learner Support Coordinator, a well-earned recognition of his hard work.

Olly has also excelled, advancing from Recruitment Assistant to Coordinator after successfully completing his Business Administration apprenticeship. Their promotions are a true reflection of their dedication and ambition. We’re incredibly proud of Jack and Olly for their accomplishments.

Expansion

Exciting opportunities lie ahead as we announce that FIRST is relocating to a larger space, providing us with the room to grow and flourish. Alongside this move, our team is expanding, and we are delighted to welcome Rachel, our new Data Assistant, to the FIRST family.

Interested in joining us? Keep an eye on our socials and scroll down for a link to explore our current opportunities…

Business ‘N’ Bait

We recently held another highly successful Business 'N' Bait Networking Event at the Northern Design Building, drawing widespread acclaim. The event centred on the themes of "AI in Marketing" and "Naming Your Business," featuring insightful presentations from guest speakers Yulia Dzenkovska and Tricia Scott. The session ran seamlessly, earning enthusiastic feedback from attendees, with 99% expressing their intention to attend future events.

If you’d like to be personally informed of the next date for Business ‘N’ Bait, follow us on Eventbrite to receive updates.

September’s Plans

The success of recent months fuels our excitement for what’s to come this Autumn.

As the new academic year begins, schools and colleges are back in session, students return to their studies (parents, you can breathe a sigh of relief), and FIRST’s Level 1 and 2 courses are back in full swing.

Level 1 "Understanding Enterprise"

Starting on 17th September, this course is tailored to help you if you are:

• Looking to secure the job you’ve been striving for.

• Ready to explore a new and exciting career path.

• Eager to become your own boss and embrace self-employment.

• Keen to turn your passion and creativity into a successful startup.

Units covered include:

• Identify and develop essential enterprise skills you need to change your career, start a business or become self-employed.

• Analyse and understand the risks associated with changing career or starting up including financial implications and market awareness/analysis.

• Get connected in your local business community with confidence, the value of networking and growing your professional contacts both on and offline.

  
  

This course is delivered online and face-to-face during daytimes or evenings to suit you

If you haven’t signed up yet, enrol in the Level 1 Course here.

Ever imagined leading your own venture but not sure where to begin?

Sign up for our Intro to Entrepreneurship Course and explore the path to becoming your own boss.

Take the leap — register now and start shaping your tomorrow.

Level 2 "Customer Ready"

For aspiring entrepreneurs like yourself, this course, starting on 18th and 19th September, offers an in-depth exploration of launching a business, understanding startup models, and discovering finance options.

The course is designed to help you if you are:

• Ready to take the leap and start your own business.

• Keen to understand your customers and develop products and services that truly meet their needs.

• Looking to explore and select the best finance options to fuel your venture.

  
  

Units you will cover include:

• Turning your business plans into action.

• Developing strategic marketing plans with targeted customer profiles.

• Managing business finance and funding.

• Negotiating deals with potential customers and suppliers to maximise income.

• Accessing a wealth of information, advice, and support to give your business the confidence it needs to thrive.

  
  

This course is available both online and face-to-face, with flexible daytime or evening options to suit your schedule.

To enrol or find out more, click here.

Pictured above: A happy learner, receiving his certificate of achievement.

NEW Impact Creators Course

Attention Parents, Guardians, and Carers!

Exciting news for your 15-17-year-olds! 🌟 Our new NCS online experience offers an incredible opportunity. Over 7 sessions, they’ll collaborate with peers to ignite change in their community while having fun and making new friends. 🌍 Don’t let them miss out on this chance to make a difference.

Click here to sign your teens up now!

Continuous Professional Development Course

A new CPD course titled "Embedding Enterprise Skills" is set to enhance education by equipping college and school staff with the introductory knowledge and skills to embed enterprise into the curriculum. The course will cover the definition of enterprise education, the development of enterprising behaviours and competencies, and strategies for developing an entrepreneurial mindset within the curriculum. Consisting of four consecutive online sessions, the course will run from Monday 7th October to Monday 4th November, each from 4pm to 5:30pm.

If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, please contact julianne@youarefirst.co.uk.

Opportunities

FIRST is hiring!!!

Head to our website to find exciting job opportunities: WE’RE-HIRING

Refer A Friend

If you know someone ready to embark on their self-employment journey, our Level 1 and 2 courses are the perfect starting point. Refer them today, and if they enrol and complete the course, you'll receive a £20 voucher as a thank you. Remember, the voucher is yours once your friend successfully completes the course. Let's support each other on the path to success! 💪🎉

Sign up here