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Metrolite Industries Staff awarded certificates

Two of the staff at Metrolite Industries have recently achieved certificates in Literacy through studying with Working Wonders. Tutor Clare Unsworth and manager Tom Milner were pleased to congratulate Glenys Higham and James Worral on their achievement when they were awarded their certificates this month.

Glenys and James' achievements are part of Working Wonders' ongoing commitment to helping employees "get on" by improving their skills qualifications while in employment.

If you think your career would benefit from such a boost, get in touch with Working Wonders on 01942 498600 to see what schemes are running in your area.

About Working Wonders

Working Wonders is funded through a variety of public and charitable sources. Working Wonders was started as a small scale pilot scheme in January 2003.

The aim of the scheme is to provide:

Adults (19+) living in the Wigan & Leigh borough, the opportunity to improve the essential life skills of literacy, numeracy, first steps IT and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

A choice of free sessions in community venues at times and places to best suit the individual
Free crèche facilities, if required
A clear management and teaching focus that places the individual learner firmly at the centre
The opportunity for learners to gain nationally recognised qualifications in literacy and numeracy
Unbiased advice and guidance on various, possible progression routes

Since 2003, Working Wonders has helped hundreds of adults to gain confidence and skills; move on in employment; gain employment and/or gain nationally recognised qualifications.

Working Wonders now consists of a team of 17 highly qualified and experienced adult literacy, numeracy, IT and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) tutors and Support Workers.