As part of the functional skills employability programme at asphaleia training, students visited the Ford Recycling Centre in West Sussex to gain first‑hand insight into sustainable practices and the world of waste management. The objective of the visit was to connect classroom learning with real‑life industry experience, showing how recycling contributes to environmental responsibility and future employment opportunities. employability and careers Tutors played a guiding rol

Christmas can be a magical time, but for foster carers and the young people they care for, it can also be a sensitive and complex season. While many families have long-standing traditions, welcoming a foster child into those celebrations requires thoughtfulness, flexibility, and open communication. respecting different beliefs Not all children celebrate Christmas. Some may come from different religious or cultural backgrounds. In these cases, carers should be prepared to supp

Christmas is coming and for some it is a time for celebrating and having fun. However, Christmas can also bring up a lot of negative feelings. December can be a difficult time for people due to things like past trauma and family problems. Also, a lot of places you would usually go to for support are closed for the holidays and you may not know where to turn to. However, there are still some services open or partially open over Christmas where you can go to get support with yo

On the first Friday of every month we run an open day event. Book an appointment and find out about all the services we offer children and young people , including further education and training for 16-18 year-olds, supported accommodation for 16+, and our fostering agency. Feel free to come down if you're interested in being a foster carer and meet our agency manager who can answer any questions you have. next open day Friday 9th January, 9:30am-12:30pm The next three open

The UK government has announced a major reform to post-16 education: the introduction of V-Levels , a new qualification designed to simplify choices for students and strengthen vocational pathways. But what exactly are V-Levels, how do they differ from existing options, and what subjects will they cover? In this blog post, you’ll find V-Levels explained in detail, covering what they are, how they work, and why they matter for post-16 education. what are v-levels? V-Levels are

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is shaping the world around us—from voice assistants and self-driving cars to medical breakthroughs and creative tools. If you, or a young person you know is curious about technology and wants a career that’s exciting, future-proof, and impactful, AI could be the perfect path forward. why AI? AI is one of the fastest-growing industries globally. Companies need people who can design, build, and manage intelligent systems. The best part? There’s a w

Supported accommodation plays a critical role in helping young people build stability, confidence, and independence. With Ofsted now overseeing this sector, providers are expected to work to a clear set of principles that define what good care looks like and how young people should be supported. These principles set the tone for safe environments, consistent support, and strong relationships. ofsted key principle one; young people should feel safe The first principle is simp

Respect and celebrating difference were key themes last week as students from asphaleia marked Anti-bullying Week in November 2025. Respect for each other’s differences was shown in visual form when students at the learning centre designed and displayed pictures showing odd socks. Students with a variety of different nationalities, languages, cultures and beliefs were encouraged to respect difference. Some worked as a group to identify and write basic ideas on how we can resp

Are you passionate about supporting young people to gain skills and achieve their potential? Are you looking for a new challenge, working with a fantastic team? If so, we could have the perfect job opportunity for you in our West Sussex training, care and fostering teams. We currently have job vacancies for: Tutor - Functional Skills - 16-19 year olds - Employability - SEND - WORTHING We are seeking passionate and dedicated tutors to join our Tutor team and teach on a va