Our Academy is an extended training opportunity for people who want to build skills confidence before starting work. Every graduate of the Academy is guaranteed an interview to join the crew Register here for your Test Build, where you can try us out for size and see if this is the opportunity for you. Test Builds are short, no obligation, hands on information session for candidates and their key workers. Please note: We strongly recommend that candidates and key workers complete this application together. Our Academy is for Anyone who has experienced social disadvantage or has been affected by homelessness. This is not limited to, but could be someone who is: Living in short term or unsecured accommodation, such as shelters or hostels Has left an institution such as care, prison, or the armed forces Has been long term unemployed Has additional needs to be supported in the workplace (such as neurodiversity) If you are looking to go straight into work as event crew, please click here to apply Participants of the Test Build will Find out about the Academy, the Event Crew job, and our in-work support Build a stage, climb a ladder, and get hands on Be assessed on their suitability for The Academy Those invited back for the Academy will gain Practical, manual handling skills Soft skills including communication and teamwork Self confidence and workplace etiquette A guaranteed interview and practical assessment to join our event crew Those who go on to employment will Attend an Induction and Orientation day to help them get set up for the Event Crew role Be paid the London Living Wage Receive support towards uniform and kit costs Have the opportunity to arrange a personalised schedule according to individual needs (e.g. benefit entitlements) and skills Be matched with a peer mentor who will provide on-the-job support and guidance for the first 6-12 weeks of employment To participate in the Test Build and go on to the Academy, candidates must Be at least 18 years old Have the right to work in the UK Be motivated to take on practical, physically demanding work Have the support of a key worker at a referring organisation for the duration of the Academy Academy Dates Deadline for registrations - Friday 31st May Test Build - 5th June 2024 at 2pm Academy Day 1 - 11th June 2024 Academy Day 2 - 12th June 2024 Academy Day 3 - 13th June 2024 Job Interviews and Assessments take place at the end of day 3. Orientation and company induction will be 17th June. More information on the Event Crew role can be found on our careers site. Please remember: we strongly recommend that candidates and key workers complete this application together.