The SCDA Employability Team offers a range of programmes to support people across East Sussex who are not in employment. We help people to find opportunities in volunteering, training, work experience, finding work and sustaining employment – more information can be found on our project pages below, or call us on 01273 516347 or email [email protected]
See our Lets Get Working Evaluation Report 2023
All are invited to our Wellbeing Day in Eastbourne on 19th June!
SCDA Employability Wellbeing Day Wednesday 19th June 10-2pm at Kings Centre, 27 Edison Way, Eastbourne, BN23 6PT.
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Introduction to WRAP by Coastal Wellbeing Co-Founders Molly Booth and Lucy Tucknott. WRAP® stands for Wellness Recovery Action Plan™. WRAP provides people with a framework to explore what they can do to maintain their wellbeing. This means looking at the things we do to take care of ourselves, as well as the things that can make looking after ourselves difficult. 45 minute sessions throughout the day at 10.30am 11.30am 12.30am. Book your session on the day. |
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Introduction to Breathworks by Hannah Nedas, Co-Creator of Grounded Life & Course Leader at Breathing Space. Introducing the basics of Breathwork, a powerful yet simple practice that uses breathing techniques to improve your mental, physical, and emotional well-being. No experience is necessary. 45-minute sessions throughout the day at 10.30am 11.30am 12.30am. Book your session on the day. |
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20 min reflexology session by Louise Hayes, Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology, full member of The Association of Reflexologists. Participants will be given a goodie bag, along with a hand reflexology map so they can continue their wellbeing at home. A brief example of the hand reflexology map will be taught to participants by the end of the session. A short consultation will be required for each session which will be strictly confidential. 20 min sessions bookable on the day. |
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Hand massage by A Touch of Gentleness, a growing community of people who are committed to bringing ‘connection, touch, and gentleness’ back to society. Volunteers are trained to give a beautiful hand massage whilst listening with deep gentleness. Sessions available throughout the day. |
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Acupuncture by Joy Bell BSc (Hons) RGN RMN. The physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of acupuncture can be profound. Health problems are addressed by a subtle re-balancing with the insertion of very fine needles into the ear to stimulate points where energy accumulates. Sessions available throughout the day. |
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Drum Circle hosted by Music Therapist Denys Davydiuk, founder of Be Together Drum Circle. Come along and play the drums – distract yourself from the stress of everyday activities and immerse yourself in the sounds of drumming. No experience necessary. 45 minute sessions throughout the day at 10.30am 11.30am 12.30am. Book your session on the day. |
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Get creative with SCDA’s Karen Bennett. Brighten up your home with hand painted plant pots, no experience necessary. Sessions available throughout the day. |
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Are you claiming the right benefits? Are you Entitled to more? Come and try SCDA’s Better Off Calculator with the Multiply Team. Sessions available throughout the day. |
There will be over 20 local organisations attending the day including:
- SCDA’s Moving On Up Team – supporting people into work and helping them access a range of housing solutions
- The Work and Health and Pioneer Programmes Team – supporting people with health conditions and/or disabilities to find sustained employment.
- The Support Into Work Team, supporting Ukrainians settled in East Sussex with employability skills.
- The Find Your Future Team, supporting people struggling with confidence to access work, learning and volunteering.
- One You – providing Health Checks and Smoking Cessation advice.
- East Sussex Library Services – Wellbeing Boxes available
- Breakeven – Gambling support and advice
- ESTAR – East Sussex Wellbeing Team
- Course information from the Recovery College
- Apprenticeship information from East Sussex College
- Southeast Water – reducing water usage and water costs.
- Southdown Wellbeing
- Willingdon Trees Community Centre – events and training
- Salvation Army – employability services
- People Matter – careers and employment support.
- Mankind – mental health support for men
- Care for the Carers
- BHT Sussex – East Sussex Floating Support service (Housing related support service)
- Whittfit Gym
- Change Grow live
- East Sussex Hearing
- Job Centre Plus
Q&A
Who should attend?
Anyone who is currently on a SCDA Employability Project and anyone who is not working or working limited hours.
Travel expenses?
If you are currently on a SCDA Employability project, please speak to your Advisor who will be able to arrange expenses for you prior to coming.
Travelling to the event?
If you are currently on a SCDA Employability Project and you are worried about travelling to the event, then please speak to your Advisor who may be able to meet you before it starts.
Do I need to bring money?
No, all activities and workshops are free.
Do I need to pre book the workshops?
No, you can book when you arrive. Workshops take place at 10.30, 11.30 and 12.30pm
Will there be food at the event?
Yes, there will be refreshments such as tea/coffee/fruit, biscuits, and pastries.
How do I get to the Kings Centre?
By car: Follow A22 to end of Golden Jubilee Way.
At roundabout take third exit into Willingdon Drove.
Turn left at first roundabout into Highfield Industrial Estate (South).
Turn right into Edison Road.
The Kings Centre is on the right at the end of Edison Road
By train: a short walk from Hampden Park (see map below)
By Bus: multiple services run frequently between Eastbourne Town Centre and Shinewater Shopping Centre.
Chaperones will be available on the day should you need someone to show you around.
