Our Barista Training Programme, is a practical, confidence-building journey designed to unlock potential and create opportunity. Through a blend of a 3-day workshop, in-store learning and video training, trainees gain essential barista skills.
HOW IT WORKS?
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Initial Assessment Candidates initially undergo a criteria assessment. Once eligible, they begin a 3-day training workshop. During these days, we evaluate their attitude, aptitude for coffee, communication skills in a social work-environment, and readiness for employment.
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Coffee Training Workshops The core barista training begins within the 3-day workshop at one of our training academies. These workshops are engaging, interactive, and practical. By the end of day 3, participants can confidently make any Espresso Coffee based drink and can create simple latte art.
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Training Contract After successfully completing the coffee training workshops, candidates can be offered a 3-month training contract. Trainees work part-time hours (Monday to Friday) and receive the London Living Wage. All trainees have access to employability workshops, CV writing sessions, mock interviews, well-being and mindfulness workshops, and optional therapy or physiotherapy.
Additional benefits include:
- Paid annual leave
- A 50% discount on food and non-barista drinks
- Complimentary barista beverages.
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Wrap-around support Throughout their journey, trainees receive tailored wraparound support. Our team works with each individual to understand the support they need, from housing, health and finances to attending appointments and building confidence at work. Once in placements, we check in regularly on site and continue supporting trainees as they prepare for and secure sustainable employment.
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Onward employment Change Please believes employment is the most effective route out of homelessness. We support all trainees to move into onward employment through pathways including permanent roles, internships, apprenticeships and secondments with our corporate partners. Weekly employability drop-ins and monthly workshops provide tailored support such as career coaching, CV writing, job applications and interview preparation, helping trainees feel confident about their future.
“Everything was amazing on the programme. Support team and the trainers,I love it so much thank you”
Myah
Barista Programme Graduate
MAKE A REFERRAL
Referrals come via our charity partners and public services, including Jobcentre Plus, Probation and NHS teams. Working closely together, we identify people ready to work and support positive change sooner.
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Barista Training programme
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What will I learn during this programme?
The key areas of focus are espresso production and grinder adjustments, milk texturing and latte art, drink production and customer service. Our dedicated team at the Change Please Foundation are experts, passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals who have faced or are currently experiencing homelessness.
