Navigators

What is a Navigator?

The Navigators Hub is for you if you have undertaken Work and Skills Navigator training. Here you will find information and resources that will help you to help others make informed choices about their learning, work and wellbeing. Check back soon for a log in facility to access training information and resources

Navigator training is available free of charge to anyone living or working in York or North Yorkshire who provides information, advice, or guidance to others whether in the workplace, as a volunteer, or within their community. Navigators are based across  the county and work or volunteer in a wide range of organisations

You don’t have to be in a particular job or volunteer role to be a Navigator. If you haven’t yet done Navigator training but are interested in doing so, please use the Contact Us form to get in touch and we will provide you with information on available dates, times and venues

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Navigator training involve?

The training consists of two interactive 2-hour workshops, online or in person. You’ll find out about a wide range of sources of information and support and will gain the tools and skills to confidently guide and signpost people to the help they need to enable them to take their next steps in their learning and work

What will I gain at the end of the training?

You will gain a digital badge to showcase your achievement. You can add a link to your badge from your email footer, CV and/or LinkedIn profile so that employers can view your achievement online

Is there any commitment involved once I’ve done the training?

The programme is entirely voluntary and is designed to help you develop knowledge and skills that you can use to support others in the context of your everyday work and life, so  there is no additional commitment involved beyond completing the training. You may however choose to take advantage of the ongoing support and opportunities for professional development open to you as a Navigator

Would just like to say the input was excellent, both informative and enlightening. The activities introduced us to some great tools to help other people, not to mention an insight into ourselves!

Parks and Grounds Compliance Officer

I had very little knowledge on career pathways, so this has certainly helped to increase my knowledge and made me feel more confident in working alongside people who are needing to get back into work and employment

Volunteer Adviser

This whole Navigator experience is fab. I have learnt so much about myself already and feel invigorated about navigating others. It feels very exciting!

Supported Employment Co-Ordinator