Portland College

Steps to Applying

It is advised to apply in good time for the courses as they are popular and can fill up fast!

Following the steps below should assist you as you go through the process of selecting the right college and applying - for further information, Natspec have produced a document which may also help you. Click here to view and download this document.

Step One - Collect Information

Collect as much information as possible on all the options available to you to help you decide.

Read our prospectus
Speak to your careers teacher, Connexions Personal Adviser or Disability Employment Adviser at the Jobcentre Plus
Come along to one of our open days or campus tours by contacting Student Recruitment on 01623 499186 or email studentrecruitment@portland.ac.uk
Speak to family, friends or past and present learners

Step Two – Apply for your course

If you are a school leaver:

If you would like to apply to join our Foundation Learning Department at Portland College we will need you to complete Foundation Learning and Personal & Healthcare Needs Initial Assessment Documents. Download the forms below or request an application pack by contacting the Recruitment Assessment Team on 01623 499185 or email studentrecruitment@portland.ac.uk

Foundation Learning Department Initial Assessment Document (to be completed by School)
Personal & Healthcare Needs Initial Assessment Document (to be completed by Parent/ Carer)

Fill in the forms and return to:
Recruitment Assessment Team
Portland College
Nottingham Road
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 4TJ

Why do we need these forms?

We appreciate that the forms are quite in depth but it is important that they are filled out in detail to ensure that we have as much information as possible about you before you come for an assessment at Portland College. This will help us prepare for your individual needs when you arrive, for example making sure we have enough staff allocated.

If you have any questions about the forms or the recruitment process please contact the Recruitment Assessment Team on 01623 499185.

PLEASE NOTE: These application forms are only for students wishing to join the Foundation Learning Department. Anyone wishing to join the Employment Department should contact their local Disability Employment Advisor (DEA) at Jobcentre Plus, to be forwarded to the Jobcentre Plus website click here.

If you are looking to get back into employment:
First contact your Disability Employment Adviser (DEA) at your local Jobcentre Plus and arrange an appointment. They will complete the relevant forms with you and send them off.

Step Three - Assessment

You will be invited along to an assessment centre where you will be assessed around different areas of the college. This is to determine the level of support required by you, as well as your basic attainment level and potential.