A group of hard working adult students with learning disabilities from Cirencester College are looking to help projects in Cirencester by working in the community.

The group, who are supported by an experienced staff team, meet every Tuesday at the College for a range of courses including animal and horse care, horticulture, art, retail and catering, but they are now looking for opportunities to use their skills in the wider community.

The College hope that helping in the community will allow the group to meet other people from different walks of life, and get involved in community life in a positive way by developing their skills through meaningful work.

They already have work experience in jobs that range from clearing leaves and litter to painting fences and growing their own plants and vegetables.

Cirencester College lecturer Brona Langton said, ‘Our students would like to be more involved in development plans and projects in our town.

They have a lot to offer Cirencester and would really gain in confidence if they could interact more.’ If anyone would like our help or can offer us the chance to get involved please contact the tutor Brona Langton by email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or telephone Cirencester College on 01285 640994.

Note to editors

Cirencester College provides a wide range of educational courses for around 90 students with learning difficulties. Younger students, aged 16-19, have a full time programme that develops independent living and work skills. Mature students follow an individual programme designed to develop a broad range of skills. The college is in the process of expanding vocational training. There are currently dedicated facilities for training in animal care, retail, horticulture and catering. A new Fast Track course has recently been established to provide students with training and supported work placements. An Enterprise Scheme has seen students in Art and Woodcrafts making items for sale and a new shop will be opening soon on the College site which will be run by our students and open to the public.