Creation of 2 exciting new networks
New Learning and Development and Middle Managers networks created in the Midlands. Would you like to join?
Midlands
The Midlands spans a large geographical area which includes the major towns and cities of Birmingham, Coventry, Derby, Leicester, Lincoln, Nottingham, Stoke, Telford and Wolverhampton.
Number of civil servants in the Midlands: nearly 52,000.
Number of departments and agencies : 45
Our CS Local team delivers cross departmental induction, leadership academies and learning/networking events. The blog page below will show you the latest events open for booking.
We also run a wide range of departmental networks. These include continuous improvement; diversity and inclusion; health and wellbeing; schools engagement; and apprentices. If you wish to join one of the networks, please email the team mailbox.
The Midlands team are Andrea James, Vanessa Boden and Angela Fisher.
Team mailbox - cslocalmidlands@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Popular schools programmes return for March
Popular volunteering opportunities in primary schools are on offer this month.
Be a Mentor in Derby
Would you like to make a difference to a young person's life? If the answer is "Yes" why not consider becoming a mentor.
My day at the Department of Communities and Local Government
Sarah Jackson who works for the Ministry of Defence recently spent a day at the Department of Communities and Local Government to find out more about their work. She is keen to share her experience with you.
Me, my future, my job
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A National Spotlight, Midlands
Diane Mountford, Tina Hodgson and Karen Jones from the Department of Work and Pensions recently volunteered in a local primary school. They would like to share their experience with you.
LifeWorks needs volunteers!
Volunteers needed to help ex armed forces personnel find a job when they return to civilian life.
New opportunities in local schools
Take the Road Safety Challenge or talk about numbers - new opportunities to volunteer in local schools.
A dragon's thoughts...
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A National Spotlight, Midlands
Terry Connelly share his thoughts about being a dragon at last year's East Midlands Academy.
Secret Santa (in January) and Suited for Success
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Highways England take part in the West Midlands Secret Santa and Suited for Success projects.
New Year, New Opportunities
New opportunities to volunteer in your local community. Start the New Year by doing something different.
Staff, students and samosas
HM Revenue and Customs staff in Birmingham and Wolverhampton help local students learn about the world of work.
First Impressions count
Chris Ball of HM Revenue and Customs shares his experience of volunteering with Young Enterprise.
Volunteers support their local community
Volunteers provide advice to local hospice users, families and friends.
Volunteers step up to the mark
CS Local volunteers help pupils at a local secondary school improve their interview skills.
Halfway there.....
The 2014 Academy mid-year review took place recently. All delegates came together for the first time in 6 months to talk about their experience to date.
Forget the Christmas shopping!
Take a break from the Christmas shopping and spend some time volunteering in a local school. More opportunities available in December
Opportunity for Senior Leaders to talk to each other
The next Senior Leaders network event will take place on 17 November where leaders from across the west midlands can come together to exchange their views and ideas.
Interconnect project - 1 year on
The Interconnect project from the 2014 west Midlands Academy has come to an end. To share Claire Tomlinson's reflections please read on.
More discovery sessions for the Midlands!
A variety of discovery sessions in a variety of locations are now planned for the midlands. Find out more
Civil Servants discover how to get that job!
Looking for a new role in the Civil Service? Our How To Get That Job Sessions will help you understand the recruitment process and give you an insight in to how to make your application stand out from the rest.