Information, Advice and Guidance
At Learn Scilly, our mission is to support our community by providing accessible, high-quality educational opportunities and information and advice to help people to grow and succeed. We are dedicated to fostering lifelong learning, enhancing employability, and promoting personal growth in our unique, remote island setting. By offering diverse and flexible programs, we aim to bridge the gap in employment opportunities, support local businesses, and enrich the lives of our residents. Together, we strive to build a resilient, knowledgeable, and thriving community.
What is IAG?
Information means the provision of information on learning, training and work, without any discussion about the relative merits of the options through:
- printed materials such as leaflets and posters;
- audio-visual materials via the internet, Learn Scilly website and social media channels;
- verbal information on a face-to-face basis through local centres or via telephone
Advice requires more interaction with the service user, usually on a one-to-one basis. It may require explanation of some of the information provided, how to access and use information, and a recognition of when more in-depth services may be required by the user.
Guidance requires a trained advisor. Learn Scilly does not provide a guidance service but will signpost to mainland partners.
Who can use our IAG services
The service is available to anyone who is 16+ and resident on the Isles of Scilly.
How we can help you
We know that everyone has the ability and potential to develop and grow in their lives and careers. We also understand that sometimes things get in the way and can hold you back.
Have you been made redundant and are you unsure of your next move? Are you returning to work from time out? We can help.
Perhaps you have just finished college or university and are considering your next move. You might be unhappy in your current job and ready for a change, but not sure what. You might have been out of work for a while and looking for job hunting tips.
Whatever your situation, whatever your barriers, we’re here to help you overcome them and reach your potential.
What we offer
- Free information and advice about learning opportunities and support services
- Specific information including written material on all courses and learning opportunities provided by Learn Scilly
- Advice and support to enable all learners to achieve their learning goals
- Advice and support to enable those who have additional learning needs to study effectively
- Information and advice on a range of additional support, for example, childcare; funding; boating and basic skills
- A signposting service to other providers and/or sources of information if we are unable to offer the information, advice and guidance ourselves
What can you expect from Learn Scilly?
- We will provide up to date and impartial information and advice
- We will be welcoming, friendly and encouraging to all customers
- We will answer any queries by telephone or e-mail and can also offer customers an individual face to face or online appointment
- We will treat each customer as an individual and in a fair and equal manner
How can I access this service?
Telephone 01720 424444
Email learnscilly@scilly.gov.uk
Confidentiality
We will treat all personal information in confidence. All records, electronic and paper based are only accessed by staff who may need to see the information as part of their work.
Data Protection
We will deal with your data in line with our Learn Scilly Privacy Notice which can be found by clicking on the link below