OCR ICT Awards Results

Congratualtions to 20 DECV learners who completed their OCR ICT Awards during lockdown!!! As ever, thank you to our Funders for this project, Coalfields Regeneration Trust

Work with an experienced tutor and make the most of one-to-one / small group support with Accredited ICT training, searching for jobs, writing CVs and covering letters, completing applications, preparing for an interview, as well as information and help with Online job search and applications.

Contact: 01709 889880 / 07813022087 to book a place. DECV – Lifelong learning centre, Thurnscoe

OCR certs

DECV Now Open – Limited Hours

Rory Garforth is available to provide advice and support with Employability Skills and developing your ICT skills. He’s still working remotely Monday / Wednesday / Friday and is now back at Thurnscoe Library Tuesdays and Thursdays (10am-2pm). Places have filled up fast but drop him a message or give him a call to see how he can help you 
07813022087 – info@decv.co.uk X

*Facemasks must be worn at all times
*Covid measures in place at Library / DECV Classroom
* No more than 2 learners in class at any one time

Thurnscoe Library – Tuesdays & Thursdays (10-2)

Active Dearne

Hello everyone, we hope you are keeping safe. The Active Dearne programme works across 9 communities in the Dearne Valley, including in Barnsley Goldthorpe, Thurnscoe and shortly Bolton upon Dearne. The programme is aimed at getting more adults and families active in the community. We work closely with the Dearne Area Team, and community groups/organisations/clubs to help the community shape the programme. 

Check out the Facebook Page for more info HERE

Phone Appointments – DECV

Rory Garforth is available to provide advice and support with Job applications and developing your ICT. He’s working remotely and is currently working through pre booked phone appointments (Monday – Wedensday). Drop him a message or give him a call to see how he can help you.
 
07813022087 – info@decv.co.uk X

Coronavirus Update

Rory is now taking Phone appointments and facilitating remote learning activities. Phone 07813022087 or email info@decv.co.uk for further information.

ICT & Employability Sessions

DECV’s ICT & Employability course is ideal for people who are currently unemployed and looking for work, or who is thinking of returning to work after an illness.  Work in a small group or 1 to 1 with an experienced Tutor.


The accredited course covers the following topics:
Microsoft Office 
ICT Basics
CV writing and updating
Job applications online
Job searching online
Self employment
Preparing for interviews 
Universal Credit…..and anything else you need! Just ask!!!

Tel: 01709 889880 – 07813022087
Email: info@decv.co.uk


Call Now – Places available.

DECV receives Co-op Funding!

We are extremely pleased to announce we have received funding from the Co-Op.  Saturday morning saw DECV Trustee Brian Walker pick up a cheque for £5,194.82 from Bolton Upon Dearne’s Co-Op store. The money has been raised by Co-Op members and has been raised for DECV to help with the running costs of the centre.  The award comes from Co-op members who take part in The Co-op Local Community Fund which is Co-ops way of giving back to their members and their communities.

The Dearne Electronic Community Village (DECV) is a charity based in the village of Thurnscoe,  experiencing high levels of disadvantage, they educate and empower people to take positive lead of their lives, through classes in ICT, employability skills and getting local residents back into Employment.

A Massive thankyou to all at the Co-op and the wonderful customers!

DECV Trustee Brian Walker receives cheque for £5,194.82

Employability / ICT Course

DECV’s ICT & Employability course is ideal for people who are currently unemployed and looking for work, or who is thinking of returning to work after an illness. 
The accredited course covers the following topics:
Microsoft Office 
ICT Basics
CV writing and updating
Job applications online
Job searching online
Self employment
Preparing for interviews 
Universal Credit

01709 889880
info@decv.co.uk

Decv Course poster

Employability Skills

DECV’s Employability course is ideal for people who are currently unemployed and looking for work, or who is thinking of returning to work after an illness. The course generally runs alongside our OCR ICT course.
The course covers the following topics: 

  • CV writing
  • Job applications
  • Job searching (See below)
  • self employment
  • preparing for interviews 
  • Universal Credit

So if you are:

  • 19+
  • Have a valid NI Number
  • Resident of Dearne North/South
  • In receipt of benefit

and would like to improve your chances of employment sign up today! Contact the tutor on 01709 889880 to book your place. Courses currently run on a rolling basis.

Help with online job searching & applications

At DECV’s job search sessions we have friendly experienced staff and volunteers available to help you:

  • Create a professional email address
  • Register for Online Jobsearch sites
  • Carry out effective online job searches
  • Complete online application forms
  • Upload your CV to agencies and job sites
  • Set up folders to archive job applications
  • Practice for your CSCS card

Classroom for Hire at DECV

TRAINING ROOM 2

Training Room 2 – DECV: Contains 12 PC’s, Broadband, Windows 10, MS Office, Adobe and Macromedia software.  Interactive Whiteboard, 2 Colour Laser Printers plus any required teaching aids.

This room is available for hire and can accommodate 12 Students.  The computers can be removed if not needed for classes such as English or Maths.  Refreshments provided.

If you would like to hire this room please Contact Us