A LOCAL training provider has started a free 13 week programme to help unemployed graduates get into and stay in work.

Aspire-igen has started the employability skills programme in partnership with the University of Bradford.

It is open to graduates living in the Bradford district regardless of where they studied in the UK who graduated more than four months ago.

It will support groups of between 15 and 20 graduates and has a number of start dates.

Graduates will benefit from one-to-one careers advice, develop employability and digital skills, get advice and training on CVs and interviews, and have the chance to gain work experience and network with local employers.

Caroline Harrison, chief executive of Aspire-igen said: “We’re delighted to be working with graduates living in the Bradford district to realise their potential.

“There is a fantastic range of opportunities available right across the Leeds City Region which will ensure a bright future for both our participants and our local economy.

“We would love to hear from graduates who have yet to find the right opportunity.”

For more information or to sign up, call 0330 1110035 or email g2w@aspire-igen.com