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TESTIMONIALS
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2019 - 2020
BROADLAND DISTRICT
COUNCIL – CHOICES
“I
love my new job, it’s been wonderful to feel useful again. I never would have got this far without
Choices.”
Client A
“I
would definitely recommend this course to other people – it’s so empowering and
built up my confidence and abilities.”
Client M
www.broadland.gov.uk
I am
just emailing to say I have been accepted into university – thank you so much
for your invaluable careers advice.
Client S
The
course is well structured, from covering the basics with its simplicity to the
more complex information, very effective and thoughtfully crafted.
“Top
Marks’ for this course.
The
group bonded because of the tutor and her passion.
I
would rate the Choices Course 10/10. The
course was brilliant.
Bearing
in mind the sessions are only two hours long – I found each session jam packed
with useful advice and handouts.
Excellent
– Heather is an excellent teacher, professional, knowledgeable and the delivery
was first class.
Clients
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CLARION HOUSING
EMPLOYABLE
ENGLISH/FUNCTIONAL SKILLS LITERACY
I
have really tried to learn English in other cities but it was not like here, it
is more professional and taken seriously.
Thank you.
Heather
has been an excellent teacher.
The
way Heather teaches is amazing, I now understand full stops and capitals.
The
course was very relaxing. Heather is a
very warm and kind person.
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2018
JOHN OF GAUNT – HELP
YOUR CHILD
I
thought the course was delivered extremely well. Every parent should do it.
Heather
was fantastic, very flexible and encouraging – lots of new tools to use with my
children.
Parents
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CLARION HOUSING – EMPLOYABLE
ENGLISH
The
teacher was the best part of the course.
I now
know where to put commas and apostrophes in the right place.
I had
been looking for a job and now have an interview tomorrow – first one in
sixteen and a half years.
Clients
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BROADLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL – EMPLOYABLE ENGLISH
Just
wanted to thank you for yesterday's class of employable English, it has given
me a boost. I have found it very informative and interesting. I have come away feeling enthusiastic that I
will be able to get it right. Just hope I am lucky enough to have a
teacher who is like you for my GCSEs.
Coming to
Choices has been the best decision I've made.
Just to let you
know I got the job!! They called me this afternoon to say I was successful and
offered me the job. They said how well I came over in the interview and that
I'd be perfect for the job!
I am so happy!
Thank you so much, Heather for all your help.
Clients
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CLARION HOUSING – 2017
Thanks Heather – I felt/ feel much more uplifted after seeing you.
Thank you so much for a splendid training/workshop day yesterday. This has certainly helped me with my confidence and given me a better understanding on areas to be aware of when applying for roles.
I wish to say “Thank you” for Heather for your help last week, in supporting me with my confidence and interview skills training. It has certainly paid off.
Clients
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BROADLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL – 2016/2017
CHOICES
EDP April 5th 2017
The best thing I have ever done.
I feel I could do anything now.
Students
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PERSONALISED CURRICULUM VITAES - 2016/2017
Thank you Heather! Just read this! What a transformation, no wonder your clients get interviews! Thank you so, so much.
Wow that looks so amazing! I think I'd be interested in employing myself thank you.
A couple of months ago, you helped me rewrite my CV, and I was just getting back to you to say that I had many more interviews following that process. In fact, I have just been offered a writing job in London, starting in the New Year, so thank you very much.
Thank you – I have been offered an interview to everybody I sent my CV out to. Amazing.
Clients
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GCSE ENGLISH TUITION 2016
L is amassing huge enthusiasm, wonderful, couldn't have found a better tutor, was meant to be! You were instrumental in changing L world, thank you, without those grades she would not have made her course and she is absolutely loving it. She has made friends with all the girls and is the happiest I have ever known her.
Student’s Parent
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BROADLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL - 2014/2015
CHOICES/HELP IN HAND
The course has been an amazing experience for me. I now know I am capable of achieving everything I want, as long as I commit myself to it.
I have a reason to get up in the morning now.
I need to pass my English exams, this is a chance I never had at school.
Students
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NATIONAL CAREERS SERVICE - NORTH NORFOLK - 2013/2014/2015
Interview Skills/One to One Appointments
Liked the interaction with other people and the unique way of learning.
I have got the support to help me move forward.
Our adviser was very helpful and broke down things into manageable pieces.
I enjoyed the interactive workshop.
Clients
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WHERRY HOUSING - CIRCLE - 2013/2014/2015
GET UP AND GO
Heather Taylor is the main tutor for the Get Up and Go employment skills project. With Heather's support the project has surpassed all of its output targets and we have received excellent feedback. She has provided a high quality of IAG provision.
LI - Fundraising and Partnership Manager
I would like to thank you, this course has been a real opener to me, more people should get this opportunity.
After being unemployed for over two years - I have gained my confidence back.
Heather helped us in the fact, that she has gave me the knowledge, to work towards my goal.
I give the course 10 out of 10. The course has been wonderful and given me options for the future.
Clients
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CONSTRUCTION TRAINING SERVICES - 2014
The feedback from the students was very positive. Several of the students have progressed on to full time apprenticeships and college courses. Heather has a natural affinity with young people, which enables her to build a good relationship with them, imparting the information and knowledge they need to succeed.
HG - Employment Engagement Manager
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GREAT YARMOUTH COMMUNITY TRUST - PRIORY - 2011/2012/2013/2014
With Heather at the helm providing first class IAG provision and employability skills, we have a significant rate of success with our learning programmes. I look forward to working with and drawing on Heather's enthusiasm on any of our future projects.
JMD - Learning Co-Ordinator
I just wanted to let you know that the 5 Ways to Wellbeing course was a great success. Heather has a great rapport with the young people and made everything relate to employability.
WL - Task Force Leader, Tomorrow's People
Thanks again for everything, Heather has been a great teacher.
Level 2 Literacy Learner.
It was very therapeutic, and helpful. Great teacher.
Confidence Building Learner - Who, Where, What, When
I'd forgotton how to laugh and have so much fun!
Confidence Building Learner - I'm a Celebrity
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CLIFF HOTEL, GORLESTON - SUPPORTING SEASONAL STAFF - 2012
Excellent information put across.
Staff member
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WORKERS' EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION - 2012
The course has been brillant and Heather has too, what a lovely lady. I have learnt a lot.
The course lifted my spirits and kept me busy, especially with Heather supporting and running it.
I got a job within a week of doing the course.
Students
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GREAT YARMOUTH PRIMARY ACADEMY - 2012
She is the best teacher, I have ever had.
Heather was a brilliant teacher friendly and helpful.
She is amazing because she is someone that will help me go further.
Students
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BASELINE FUTURE - 2012
Heather was fantastic and definately a key part of making this project successful.
SF - Baseline Manager
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EMPLOYABILITY AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT - MOW AND GROW 2011/2012
The portfolios are some of the best I have ever seen for this qualification and are very well organised and comprehensively referenced to the standards.
SR - External Verifier - City and Guilds
Great help, learned more in 4 hours with Heather than I did in 3 months at xxx. Great CV.
Heather is a lovely lady and the course was very helpful.
Learners
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THE BRIDGE - COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS - 2010
Thank you for today. It went really well, the feedback I have had, has been extremely positive.
LB - Project Co-Ordinator
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FAVOURITE FOOD FROM THE PAST - 2010
The course was excellent, everything was excellent.
MIND - Learner
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SPRINGBOARD TO WORK 2009 - 2010
The positive feedback you are getting from your learners is brilliant!
KS - Project Co-Ordinator - TCHC
One of my customers is absolutely over the moon with the help that she is getting from yourself, her confidence is growing with every visit.
Personal Adviser - Job Centre Plus
You are a star, the clients rave about your courses.
VS - Employment Manager - Shawtrust
Thank you, the clients are so positive about their time with you.
RC - Next Step Adviser/Shawtrust
Heather is a warm and caring person, this comes across in her client engagement. She is able to encourage, engage and motivate all her learners.
JE - Director, Work House (Norfolk) Ltd
Heather has excellent communication skills, she encourages and empowers her learners.
DT - Learning Manager - Merchants' Place Learning Centre
I enjoyed the informal approach, it was very warm and welcoming. The information content was excellent. It worked very well due to the dedication of Heather.
Heather was friendly and helpful and very positive. Her enthusiasm is contagious.
Heather was an excellent tutor. The thing with Springboard is that it teaches you never look at yourself in the same way as others.
Springboard Clients
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WORKWISE - 2008
Thank you for helping to deliver Workwise. I know the young people had a great time and really enjoyed your exercises, particularly the Fear Catchers.
JG - Project Manager - Norfolk Chamber of Commerce
Oriel High School/Great Yarmouth High School/Caister High School
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YEAR FROM NOW - 2007 - 2008
It has a friendly environment and we can talk, different to school and the pupil-teacher relationship at school. It is enjoyable learning.
The most enjoyable aspects of the session is the informal approach to learning, trust in the tutor, new friends and the information we are given we can use at home.
I really enjoyed the focus of the sessions, all of them.
NEET Young Parent Learners
.....we thought the course has fantastic content. We also got very good feedback for the young women who met you.
SG - Manager - St Paul's Lodge
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FOOD FOR A FIVER 2007 - 2008
....I'm really keen to use you elsewhere as your style is so right for our services users. Thanks a lot.
Thanks again for your enthusiasm and flexibility.
MM - St Matthews Housing
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EMBEDDED LITERACY - HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE - 2007 - 2008
.....these activities provided by Norfolk Learning Partnership has been an invaluable learning experience for our pupils.
JW - Director of Vocational Studies - Oriel High School
.....all students have given positive feedback as to how much they enjoyed the course and we very much look forward to working with you again in the future.
PA - Senior Team Leader, Attendance and Behaviour Support, Children's Services, Norfolk County Council.
Thanks again for all of your hard work with the P Park gang - they've gained so much from your sessions and have been wonderfully positive about you.
JE - Director, WorkHouse (Norfolk) Ltd
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LEARNING LADDER - 2007
I would like to take the time to say the clients that we sent on the Skills for Living course thoroughly enjoyed it and have talked about it for weeks on end...
Don't let it go. Hang on to it.....
EH - Community Support Worker - Herring House Trust
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THE PROM - 2007
The feedback from the students was very positive, they enjoyed the day immensely.
JS - The Norfolk Education Business Exchange Limited - Sprowston High School
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WORKING WITH CHILDREN/HELP YOUR CHILD 2004 - 2006
This is my 3rd course with this tutor and I would recommend the course and especially the tutor to anyone.
I've enjoyed the courses I've done with Heather Taylor. She inspires me, I enjoyed the whole course.
Excellent tutor - made the course enjoyable and easy to follow.
Adult Education Learners
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