01 / Learn
Skills & employability
In-person workshops and support with CVs, applications and interview preparation. Practical guidance for your next step into work or learning.
Rooted in St Helens
New skills.
New skills.
Shared stories.
Stronger futures.
Practical training, creative projects and a place to connect. We help people build confidence, explore opportunities and contribute to community life.
Practical skills
Community connections
Shared cultural heritage
How we support you
A starting point.
A starting point.
A step forward.
Develop useful skills, connect through creativity or find practical services for your organisation. Choose the support that fits your next step.
02 / Connect
Creativity & community
Creative activities and heritage projects bring people together to learn, exchange experiences and celebrate cultural expression in a welcoming setting.
03 / Build
Space & practical support
Affordable meeting space, mail handling and registered office services for community groups and small organisations. Ask us about availability and prices.
Projects with purpose
Learning together.
Learning together.
Belonging together.
Creative learning and cultural heritage offer opportunities to share knowledge and build connections. Explore our three community projects below.
Featured heritage project · St Helens
Threads of Belonging
Discover the stories woven into Yoruba textiles and style. This free community project explores Aṣọ-Òkè, Adire, Gèlè and Aṣọ-Ẹbí through shared stories and hands-on learning.
Planned activities include workshops, a pop-up exhibition, digital resources and a magazine, creating ways to share knowledge and celebrate living heritage.
Community creative project
Women Create
A creative programme offering women a welcoming space to connect, learn practical skills and express themselves through shared activity.
Supported by St Helens Borough Council’s CommUnity Grants Scheme, the project focused on confidence, wellbeing and local connections.
Community training and hub support
Community Skills & Hub Support
Practical learning and community support help local people build skills, confidence and connections. The hub provides a setting for sewing, creative activity and preparation for further learning or work.
Activities focus on women, minority ethnic communities and refugees, with opportunities to share experiences and learn together. Contact us to discuss available sessions and support needs.
Our community purpose
Small steps.
Small steps.
Meaningful change.
Our work focuses on three areas of progress: practical skills, stronger connections and cultural knowledge shared with future generations.
Confidence to move forward
Training and employability support create opportunities to practise useful skills and prepare for work, volunteering or further learning.
More ways to connect
Shared creative activity offers a welcoming setting to meet others, exchange experiences and develop relationships within the community.
Heritage carried forward
Textile stories and workshops provide opportunities to share cultural knowledge and record it for younger generations and future audiences.
Listening. Learning. Improving.
We use participant feedback and outcome tracking to understand what helps and improve our sessions. Contact us for project updates and available reports.
Get involved
Be part of the next chapter.
Bring your curiosity, experience or ideas. Find your own way to contribute.
Take part
Ask about workshops, creative activities and heritage projects.
Volunteer
Tell us about your interests, skills and availability.
Work with us
Discuss referrals, collaboration or support for community activity.
Helpful answers
Before you join us.
How do I join an activity?
Contact us with the activity that interests you. We will confirm current dates, availability and any joining requirements.
Are all activities and services free?
Threads of Belonging is a free community project. Costs vary for other training and services. Please confirm the price before booking.
Can I discuss access or support needs?
Yes. Contact us before attending to discuss your requirements and the arrangements for your chosen activity.
Can an organisation make a referral?
Contact us to discuss availability and how to refer someone. Please send an initial enquiry without sensitive personal information.
Working together
Funders & community partners.
CommUnity Grants Scheme · Integration & Cohesion Service
Let’s start a conversation
A question. An idea.
info@joyfreejobtraining.org.uk07404 83119618 North Road, St Helens, WA10 2TLMonday–Friday, 9am–5pm.A question. An idea.
A new beginning.
Get in touch about training, projects, volunteering or practical services.
Please confirm activity locations before attending.