Our MP has welcomed the launch of a new job club, based in Newton Aycliffe.Sedgefield MP Phil Wilson met members of the new WOW Club which has started up at the headquarters of Northern charity, DISC.
Mr Wilson said: “It’s great to visit a project like this and talk to local people about the help and support they are receiving.
“By helping to secure training or employment, the WOW club will lead to improvement in the lives of individuals and families.”
The new World of Work (WOW) club is open every Friday between 10am and 1pm at the DISC head office at Sapphire House in Newton Aycliffe, which is next to the Blue Bridge landmark.
DISC education and employment services hold the nationally recognised Matrix quality standard for its information, advice and guidance.
Paul Townsley, Chief Executive of DISC, said: “We are very grateful to Mr Wilson who continues to take a keen interest in the work we do here to further the lives of people in this area.
“The WOW Club is here to help everyone break through barriers to employment. It supports people to secure work, but is also designed to help those already in work look for new jobs.
“With our partner orgnisations, we can also offer potential training solutions that may help someone find a new job.”
The free, impartial and confidential service will enable members to use a specialist computer suite to assist in job hunting and CV writing. The WOW club provides specialist support for individuals’ needs, allowing them to gain qualifications to create a work record and develop the skills needed to get into work.
For more information on the WOW club, please telephone 01325 731160, or visit www.disc-vol.org.uk.
Sedgefield MP Phil Wilson (left) and DISC CEO Paul Townsley meet 18 year old Newton Aycliffe jobseeker, Callum Savage at the WOW Job Club.
