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Bloomsbury Cyber Junction


Bloomsbury Cyber Junction is a charitable organisation which was set up by local residents in 2000 to provide a centre for computer based activities and learning.

The core purpose of BCJ is to create a more inclusive society, where everyone is treated equally. This is achieved by supporting individuals to access education, training and employment as well as empowering individuals and raising aspirations. 

For details of our core services look at our leaflet.

The project is located in Bloomsbury, which is within the Nechells ward in Birmingham.

Bloomsbury Cyber Junction initially developed the centre for the use of teenagers. Now we provide services to adults as well.

The centre comprises two areas

  • the Internet and computer facilities
  • and the relaxation area.


We provide the following services:

  • New CLAIT and CLAIT Plus computer courses
  • Literacy and Numeracy Support
  • Workshops on using the internet, sending emails, using Word and Spreadsheets
  • Employment Support Services
  • Information, advice and guidance
  • Free internet access and computer usage during drop in sessions
  • Help with job search skills, interview techniques, CV preparation, completing application forms and writing formal letters
  • Educational trips
  • Support for young people who are excluded from school
  • Residential learning opportunities
  • Development of your personal skills (self confidence, motivation, aspirations, self esteem, team working skills, problem solving skills)
  • One to one mentoring support
  • Youth club - including internet use, web site design and art and graphics workshops


Think we could help you, then please visit us soon.

Bloomsbury Cyber Junction
Oliver Street
Birmingham
B7 4NY

Tel/Fax: 0121 250 5533
Email us:
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or visit us at our second premises in Bordesley:

BCJ Bordesley
4 Towpath Close
off Garrison Lane
Bordesley
B9 4QA

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For details of our core services look at our leaflet.

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Win £150 to spend with Cdiscount! - Tuesday, June 30, 2009

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Job Vacancy - Monday, June 15, 2009

BCJ currently has a vacancy for a part time Mentor.

The post involves supporting individuals to overcome barriers and issues that prevent them from accessing mainstream support and employment.

In particular, the post requires excellent communication skills, an ability to empathise and understand barriers individuals face, and to be supportive and encouraging.  Ideally, the post holder will have NVQ Level 3 in Information, Advice and Guidance or be willing to work towards this qualification.

You will be required to build individuals' self confidence, self esteem and improve their communication and literacy skills through one to one support and also through small workshops so they can access appropriate support or employment opportunities.

The post is initially for 6 months, for 10 hours per week at times mutually agreed.  The post holder is expected to undertake some outreach at other locations in the local area, and to effectively sign post individuals to support.

If you are interested in applying for this vacancy please view the attached documents and return the completed application form by the closing date of Friday 10 July 2009.

 

BCJ launches its newsletter - @the junction - Thursday, March 12, 2009

Thanks to funding through the R2O programme, BCJ has received support from matrix communications to develop a newsletter and information leaflet.  The link below is to our newsletter - @thejunction. 

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