North Smethwick Development Trust

Digital for Beginners (Free)
2026-01-13 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-20 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-27 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-03 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-10 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Brasshouse Community Centre
Are you unsure of Digital?
Would you like to learn more?
When: starts Tuesday 13th January 2026 for 9 weeks
What’s involved: A 9 week course teaching the basics of Using a Tablet, Staying Safe Online, How to use Email & Access Council Services
Register now and for more information or to register your place, please speak to a member of staff at the Brasshouse Centre, or call 0121 555 5672.

Digital Champion Training (Free)
2026-01-13 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-20 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-27 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-03 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-10 14:00 - 16:00
Do you have the digital knowledge to support others to learn basic skills?
Are you patient?
Do you have an understanding of what it is like to be unsure of technology?
Could you support individuals in your community?
Then become a Digital Champion, learning in a comfortable environment
We have a 10 week course (2 hours per week) and you will be fully supported by our trainers.
You training will start on the 6th January 2026, 2.00pm – 4.00pm at the Brasshouse Community Centre.
If you would like further information, or to register as a Digital Champion, please speak with staff at reception or by calling 0121 555 5672.

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
2026-01-14 09:30 - 13:30, 2026-01-21 09:30 - 13:30, 2026-01-28 09:30 - 13:30, 2026-02-04 09:30 - 13:30
If English is not your first language and you want to start at the very beginning, then our FREE ESOL COURSES will help you.
Each course is approximately 15 weeks long and you will need to attend every session.
Our non-accredited ESOL courses will support you to practise speaking, listening reading and writing skills and learn the language. It will help interact with your local community and to access training and job opportunities. At the end of the course, you will be able to:

Give information about yourself
Speak clearly to be understood in conversations about a range of situations
Listen to and follow instructions
Read and write the alphabet
Spell some personal and familiar words
Write your name and address
Fill in a simple form
Read and understand everyday signs and symbols
Write simple sentences
Recognise the different cultural festivals celebrated in the UK

We are taking registrations for the following dates now!

Cohort 1 – Wednesday, 17th September 2025 – Wednesday, 19th December 2025, and
Cohort 2 – Wednesday, 7th January – Wednesday, 30th April 2026.

Register by calling 0121 555 5672 or email at info@nsdt.org.uk
Brasshouse Community Centre | Brasshouse Lane | Smethwick | B66 1BA
This activity is made possible from funding from the Sandwell Learning Network and Sandwell Consortium

Job Club
2026-01-15 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-22 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-29 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-05 10:00 - 14:00
Sandwell Council’s Employment and Skills team Think Sandwell support residents of all ages from 16+ to find employment, including apprenticeships, and short training courses to help you get into work.
Local Job Vacancies
The team advertise job vacancies in local private companies and voluntary sector organisations and are looking for suitable candidates to fill these positions.
Think Sandwell – Job Vacancies
Apprenticeships
Think Sandwell support people of all ages to find apprenticeships. The team advertise apprenticeship vacancies with Sandwell council, Sandwell schools and local employers. They also offer mentoring support once you enter into employment; helping you progress and develop within your new career.
Think Sandwell – Apprenticeship Vacancies
Employment Advisors
Think Sandwell Employment Advisors are available for appointments in locations throughout Sandwell. You can get advice on your career options, help with writing a CV, filling in application forms, interview practice and anything jobs or careers related.
Meet with an Employment Advisor

Growing Friends (Gardening for Wellbeing)
2026-01-19 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-26 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-02 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-09 09:30 - 11:30
An interactive gardening sessions, designed to tackle isolation and loneliness through the building of friendships, boosting mood whilst getting some gardening tips.
You do not have to have been a gardener to join in. Lots of practical things to do.
Course run in conjunction with “With Nature in Mind” with funding from players of the National Lottery Community Fund

Tai Chi
2026-01-19 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-01-26 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-02-02 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-02-09 13:30 - 14:30
Are you looking for a low impact exercise class then look no further? Come join us for our Free Tai Chi session which is suitable for all ages and abilities, thanks to funding from the Harborne Parish Lands Charity.
📍 Brasshouse Community Centre, Smethwick (B66 1BA)
🗓 Every Monday
🕐 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
How can Tai Chi help?
◾ Improves agility, balance and coordination
◾ Improves upper-body & lower-body strength
◾ Reduce stress & has a calming effect
◾ Improves general health & fitness
◾ Improves mood & makes you feel relaxed
◾ Promotes weight loss

No experience needed — just wear comfy clothes and come along!
Great for all ages and fitness levels.

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Brasshouse Community Kitchen - Free Meals
2026-01-20 12:30 - 14:00, 2026-01-27 12:30 - 14:00, 2026-02-03 12:30 - 14:00, 2026-02-10 12:30 - 14:00
Are you a Sandwell resident and in need of a hot meal?
Then join us every Tuesday between 12:30pm and 2.00pm to share a FREE hot meals, drink, activities and socialise.
(Food will be served between 12:45 and 1.30pm.
This project is made possible, thanks to funding from Sandwell Council.
