SDM TRAINING SERVICES

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Empower Your Future with SDM Training Services.

At SDM Training Services, we specialise in providing tailored employability training and coaching for individuals facing barriers to employment. Our programmes are designed to enhance essential skills and build confidence, enabling participants to identify and pursue their career goals.

We focus on supporting individuals and groups to overcome obstacles by exploring their unique skills, qualities, interests, and aspirations. Our comprehensive approach helps clients understand the diverse job roles and work models available in today’s market.

Through practical and proactive strategies, we equip our clients with effective job search techniques and insights into the recruitment process. We work closely with clients to create personalised action plans, fostering self-efficacy and empowering them to take charge of their employment journey.

Discover how our expert employability services can help unlock potential and achieve lasting success in the job market.

Our Community: Who We Support

Supporting Individuals with Health Conditions

We are dedicated to empowering individuals with both physical and mental health conditions. Our services provide guidance on career redirection, helping you explore new paths that align with your strengths and abilities. We also offer support in discussing your health with confidence when necessary, ensuring that you can navigate professional conversations with ease and self-assurance.

Equipping Young People for a Brighter Future

We are committed to supporting young people, including those transitioning from education or currently NEET (Not in Education, Employment, or Training). Our services help them explore opportunities, from effective job searching to building meaningful connections. We provide guidance on how to engage and make a positive impression, whether in person or through digital platforms, setting them up for long-term success.

Empowering the Older Workforce

We understand that individuals often change careers for various reasons and may feel anxious about their value and options in the job market. Our mission is to help older workers overcome these challenges by exploring their unique skills, providing training, and identifying opportunities for meaningful career transitions. Together, we can pave the way for positive change and renewed confidence in their professional journey.

Building Confidence and Empowering Potential

We recognise that anyone can experience a lack of confidence or uncertainty about their skill set at any stage in life. Our patient and supportive approach helps individuals overcome self-limiting beliefs by providing evidence-based strategies and setting achievable, positive goals. Together, we can foster a renewed sense of self-assurance and unlock their full potential.

Supporting the Armed Forces Community

We recognise that service leavers, veterans, and their families bring a wealth of valuable skills and experiences that can significantly benefit any employer. Our mission is to help them effectively translate military language into civilian terms, ensuring their qualifications and expertise are clearly understood. Additionally, we provide guidance on the extensive range of vocational support available to assist in their transition to civilian life, helping them pursue fulfilling career opportunities.

Supporting Individuals with Criminal Convictions

We offer guidance to individuals with criminal convictions, whether spent or unspent, helping them navigate the complexities of disclosure. Our support focuses on understanding if, when, and how to disclose their history, ensuring they feel confident and informed as they approach potential employment opportunities.

Bee Work Ready: Tailored Employability Support Services
Bee Work Ready is our primary employability support service, providing a customised and flexible approach to meet individual needs. We accept referrals from case managers, vocational rehabilitation providers, and self-referrals, ensuring focused one-on-one support for each participant.

In addition to individual support, we collaborate with organisations to develop, deliver, and enhance employability skills programmes. Our services extend beyond traditional core subjects, addressing the unique challenges faced by job seekers to improve their employability prospects.

Bee Work Ready: Impact of One-on-One Employability Support

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Testimonials

 It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Stuart who has supported the Team at Enrych to develop a bespoke employability programme for adults with disabilities. He has a great understanding of the challenges some people can face when looking for work and is incredibly knowledgeable about the different approaches we can use to help overcome these. Although new to the world of employability, with Stuart’s support the Team at Enrych has quickly become confident and enthused by his passion for developing individuals to achieve the best they can in the world of work. Although we are in the early stages of delivering the programme, we’ve already seen the difference it can make and had some successes with participants achieving jobs. We are looking forward to continuing our work with Stuart to keep enhancing what we do and help more people achieve their work-related goals. 

Liz Rickaby: Chief Executive of Enrych
     

 I was sign posted to SDM training services and I’m so pleased I was. I was supported by Stuart Miller. Within a few minutes he found time to speak to me and over several sessions provided support focussing on many subjects but in particular job interviews. The support, information and knowledge that I gained was a game changer, especially considering I am a service leaver after 24 years and had never had any form of job interview before. I was put at ease through the techniques I was shown and the effort from Stuart was exceptional. I received several follow up messages and calls, even after receiving a job offer for a job I really wanted. I felt listened to, supported and empowered from the start. Even within the first minute of my first session it was like talking to an old friend who just wanted to help me succeed. It was a pleasure and I feel very lucky that there are people out there to support people like myself and actually enjoy doing so. Thanks. Its was a pleasure and I appreciate all the support provided. 

Graham Nicholson: Painting the Grass Green 1:1 Support  |  Google Review

 Stu is a partner that we value highly and we are delighted to have been able to collaborate on a number of projects across our organisation. His experience in the sector is invaluable and he is always able to offer a fresh perspective to both staff and learners. The passion Stu has to support his groups and drive systemic change with high energy and enthusiasm compliments his exceptional personal values. We are looking forward to continuing our partnership and bringing our organisations closer together. 

William Lee: Director at Sports Connect
     

 I had some sessions with Stuart around tailoring CVs and cover letters to specific jobs as well as identifying my transferable skills. Everything was very well explained and he sent me handouts that I could refer back to when applying for roles which was very helpful. Within just a few weeks I’ve been offered full time employment in a role that really interests me. I would not hesitate to recommend SDM for anyone looking for a bit of help getting back into work or transitioning to another role/industry. Thank you Stuart! 

Harry Moore: 1:1 Employability Support  |  Google Review

 Stu was one of those guys that nurtured you and your abilities. In the darkest of my life he helped pull together and went above and beyond his job to help not just me but my family to be better at what we already had, yet could not see. I will always be eternally grateful and appreciative for what Stu has done. You won’t regret having this man help you, whichever area that may be in. Thank you Stu, you don’t know the special gift you have. 

Sarah Patterson: British Army Veteran
     

 Thank you for inviting me to this AfghanOppO employability workshop, the workshop was very useful and I applied the techniques you taught which got me my desired job which is a stepping stone for me as an Afghan who just arrived in the UK on the start of Oct 2021. I have learned a lot in the interview techniques, especially developing self-confidence and selling yourself with a relaxed mind, position, appearance, and presentation of your CV. I appreciate how you describe the most challenging issue in a very simple and unique way. You were instrumental in helping me begin a new chapter of my life, I could find the work to express my gratitude for helping me connect the dots and getting me to the right stage of mindset and confidence I will never ever forget what you have done for me. 

B.A.F. AfghanOppO: AfghanOppO Workshop (Partnership with JobOppO)

 JobOppO contacted Stu from SDM Training Services to request support with designing content for our Veterans Employability Skills Development Series. We were aware of Stu's experience and shared passion for supporting veterans into meaningful employment and were delighted with his hugely worthwhile input into the design and development of this innovative and useful package. Thanks Stu and we look forward to continuing to work with you. 

Garrath Williams: JobOppO - Director of Veteran Engagement and Development

 During my transition from the military, I met Stu from SDM Training Services, who was and still is very supportive and encouraging. Stu always made time to offer guidance and advice on my CV, Mock Interviews and reviewing my Interview feedback. SDM Training Services is versatile, can offer support and guidance in whichever area that you may require. I am forever grateful for all your continuous support and advice. 

Angela A: RAF Veteran

 My news is that they offered me the job! They're sending over a draft contract. Just wanted to thank you again for your advice and encouragement. 

Anonymous: 1:1 Employability Support: July 2021
     

 After my work accident, I could not find a job for a long time. I found a job in a short time with the great support of SDM Training Services. They gave very effective and solution-oriented training, especially for searching and finding a job suitable for my current situation. I would like to thank Mr. Stuart Miller, an expert in this field, for all the support, motivation and positive approach he provided. I am grateful to SDM Training Services for staying in touch with me throughout my job search process, sharing with me CV preparation, job search and interview techniques, and all the support from them provided. 

Anonymous: Bee Work Ready 1:1 Support

 I have now closed her case from my perspective and would like to thank you for your support – I’m not sure she would have secured this employment without your support and she is also grateful. She advised that her CV now looks “great” thanks to your support. 

Case Manager: Independence Works

 Thank you and thanks for your help and support through this process, I'm really pleased and put a lot of hard work into it, but without the support from people like yourself and Dom I'm not sure how it would have gone. 

Anonymous: Armed Forces Service Leaver (in Partnership with JobOppO)