Easter Spark Skills (Construction)

Learn basic construction & DIY skills

Location address: The Spark Group, Stoke-on-Trent
Chosen age group:

Ages: 13 - 16 years

Available tickets:
Spark Session Ticket Free
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Funded by Stoke-on-Trent City Council HAF
Universal provision
Easter Spark Skills (Construction) block mentored by The Spark Group
Easter Spark Skills (Construction) block mentored by The Spark Group
Easter Spark Skills (Construction) block mentored by The Spark Group
What we'll do
The Spark Group is excited to offer 4 fun and engaging half-day sessions, each focused on essential basic construction skills, suitable for children aged 13-16. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on practical sessions covering a range of vital trades including: - Basic home electrics, wiring plugs, isolating - Plumbing skills, connecting pipes, fixing leaks - Woodworking, using hand tools - Painting Tips and Tricks Health and safety and the safe use of tools and equipment will be emphasised throughout to ensure a secure and effective learning environment.
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1:1 care
2:1 care
Qualified to administer medication
Epilepsy trained
Secure environment
Accessible toilet
Assist with personal care and toileting
Hoist and changing bench
Sensory or quiet spaces
Makaton trained
PECS trained
More information available on request
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About your mentor
The Spark Group
Igniting your Spark
The Spark Group are a new training and learning provider based in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. We are driven by a mission to ignite potential and empower young people—especially those facing barriers to employment—through skills, education, and opportunity. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, industry-aligned training, primarily within the construction sector. We work closely with young people, employers, and local authorities to ensure that every learner not only gains practical skills, but also leaves us with the confidence and support needed to enter the workforce and thrive. Led by an really experienced team, of professionals, The Spark Group benefits from a wealth of leadership experience and deep industry knowledge. The Team brings years of expertise in education and employability programs and has a particular passion for supporting young people in to employment.
Skills Sessions
Electrical Installation: Learn essential home electrical safety, including how to isolate power, safely repair basic electrical faults, and confidently change plugs. Plumbing Skills: includes fundamental plumbing tasks such as changing taps, correctly joining pipes, isolating water systems, and effectively fixing common leaks. Joinery Skills: Develop core woodworking abilities by learning various timber joining techniques and understanding the different uses and properties of various timbers. Decorating Skills: Acquire practical decorating knowledge, covering efficient painting methods, precise "cutting in" techniques, and the safe use of specialist decorating equipment.
Learning aims
Aim 1
Plumbing Skills: Safely isolate water, change & install taps, join pipes, and fix common leaks.
Aim 3
Joinery Skills: Identify timbers, master joining techniques. Precisely measure, cut & prepare wood. Safely use joinery tools.
Aim 2
Electrical Installation: Learn home electrical safety: isolate power, safely repair basics & change plugs. Use correct tools.
Aim 4
Decorating Skills: Prepare surfaces, paint evenly, execute precise "cutting in." Safely use specialist decorating tools.
Pricing information
Ticket nameSpark Session Ticket
Price£0
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Where we'll be
The Spark Group, Unit 7 Westmill Street, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3EL
WHAT’S PROVIDED
Drinks
Snacks
Equipment
Safety
Enhanced DBS
Risk Assessment
Public Liability Insurance
Safeguarding Training
First Aid Training
First Aid Kit
Smoke Detector

Please note

Please note, it is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the safety measures. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed here.

Cancellation Policy
Free bookings do not require refunds but as places are limited, please cancel if you cannot attend so that your place can be offered to someone else.

My experience is an educational activity and the 14-day cooling-off period under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 therefore applies. After the 14 day period my standard policy will apply.