Adult skills

If you’re unemployed and looking to boost your skills, or English isn’t your first language and you’re struggling to find work, we’re here to help. At Phoenix Future Skills, we offer free, flexible training and support to help you gain confidence, develop new skills, and take the next step towards employment.

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Looking for work? We offer free training and support to help you upskill, rebuild confidence, and take the next step towards employment. We’ll help you get job-ready and confident about your next steps.

We have a wide range of advice, training, and short courses designed to help you retrain, upskill, and start a new career. These courses are completely free if you’re receiving Universal Credit, Jobseeker’s Allowance, Employment Support Allowance, or taking part in a work-related activity group. We work closely with local employers and support services – including Jobcentre Plus – to ensure every course helps you develop the skills that employers are looking for right now.

Essential Skills

GCSE Maths & English

English and maths are fundamental skills for life and work. And it’s never too late to strengthen them.

At Hull College, we offer GCSE courses for adults aged 19 and over, designed to boost your confidence, enhance your qualifications, and help you move forward into further study, improved career prospects, and new opportunities for the future.

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How We Support You

Employment Support

Our curriculum is designed to support individuals currently not in work. We focus on building skills, confidence, and resilience to enhance their employment prospects.

Practical, Job-Ready Training

Learn real-world skills through workshops, coaching, and practical exercises designed to help you stand out to employers.

Build Confidence & Communication

We create supportive spaces for every learner – including those improving their English – to grow in confidence and feel ready for the workplace.

Job Search Support

Get guidance on how to find the right opportunities, build your CV, and succeed in interviews with advice from our experienced employability team.

Career Progression

Whether you’re re-entering the workforce or starting fresh, we’ll help you explore your options, build new skills, and take control of your future.

My time at Hull College was an incredibly positive experience and played a huge role in my personal development. From day one the tutors were supportive and genuinely invested in helping me succeed.

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