paul robinson information and communications co-ordinator consortium for learning
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Paul Robinson
Information and Communications Co-ordinator
Consortium for Learning
CfL is a registered charity with objectives that relate to increasing participation and raising the profile of work based learning (WBL) in the Humber sub-region.
CfL delivers a variety of services for its members and undertakes additional activity to support our charitable objectives. These include our ‘unique’ Apprenticeship Information and Advice Workshops which are currently being delivered to schools in the Humber sub-region.
Who are CfL?
Introduction
•Information & Communications Co-ordinator
•To increase participation within Work Based Learning across the Humber sub-region
•20 years association
My Role and Background?
Introduction
Apprenticeship Information and Advice Workshop
•Lesson length session
•Staged approach
•Identified as Good Practice by NAS
Why I’m here?
Apprenticeships
Opening Doors to a Better Future
Apprenticeships, Advanced and Higher Apprenticeships
A work based learning programme designed for those aged 16 and over.
• You will work towards an NVQ, Key Skills or Functional Skills and in some cases a Technical Certificate e.g. BTEC
•Working with an Employer, gaining practical experience in a real job
•Customised training with an Apprenticeship Provider
So, What are they?
Apprenticeships
A work based learning programme designed for those aged 16 and over.
• You will work towards an NVQ, Key Skills or Functional Skills and in some cases a Technical Certificate e.g. BTEC
•Working with an Employer, gaining practical experience in a real job
•Customised training with an Apprenticeship Provider
•Earn while you learn
So, What are they?
Apprenticeships
Over 200 Types of ApprenticeshipImagine what you could do?
LEVEL 4-8Higher Level Qualifications
LEVEL 3LEVEL 2
APPRENTICESHIPSAPPRENTICESHIPSAPPRENTICESHIPSAPPRENTICESHIPS ADVANCED ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIPSAPPRENTICESHIPS
ADVANCED ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIPSAPPRENTICESHIPS
HIGHER HIGHER APPRENTICESHIPSAPPRENTICESHIPS
HIGHER HIGHER APPRENTICESHIPSAPPRENTICESHIPS
FOUNDATION DEGREESFOUNDATION DEGREESFOUNDATION DEGREESFOUNDATION DEGREES
DEGREES (BA,MA,PHD)DEGREES (BA,MA,PHD)DEGREES (BA,MA,PHD)DEGREES (BA,MA,PHD)
NVQ 4/5NVQ 4/5NVQ 4/5NVQ 4/5
ProgressionFrom playground to professional
What employers said....Do you have what it takes?
Employability Skills
Punctual
Reliable
Communication
Motivated
Team WorkerFlexibleDetermined
Self belief
Initiative
Leadership
Part Time Job
School Reference
Work Experience
Qualifications
www.applyrotherham.org.uk
Get it right
Apprenticeship Applications
• Check spellings!
Electrician: Electritian, Electrision, Electricion, Electrition,Electricition.
Accountant: Accoutant, AccounantChef: Cheff, SheffBarrister: BaristerPhysical Training Instructor: Physical Tranning InstructorManager: Manger• No Text Talk Gud, Wiv, Dat, Fink, Coz, Pls, Wen, NE, M8’s
• Ask someone to check it
Engineer: Enginer, Engerneer, Enginear, EngeneerPlumber: Plummer
• Don’t leave it too late
• Email Addresses
Take control of your career
Apprenticeships
•Apprenticeships are led by employer availability
•Consider all the options
•Competition for places can be tough
Apprenticeships – it’s time to learn
What do you know?
•Give three examples of careers you can do on an Apprenticeship?
•Name one qualification that you will complete on an Apprenticeship?
•What level would you be working towards on an Advanced Apprenticeship?
ContactsDo you need more information?
Freephone
08000 150 600
www.applyrotherham.org.ukwww.cflhumber.org.uk
www.apprenticeships.org.uk
or speak to your Connexions PA in School
Inexperienced today.Expert tomorrow.
2009/10 EvaluationDoes it Work?
•319 Workshops Delivered (169 to Year 11 pupils, 84 to Year 10 pupils, 66 to Year 9)
•Engaged over 9300 pupils across 38 schools.
•21 Career Events and Parents Evenings engaging over 850 young people and parents.
•2009/10 - over 10,150 pupils engaged.
•Funded by 3 LAs
Key MessagesEvaluationWhat do the pupils think?
97% of pupils confirm that the workshop has increased their understanding of Apprenticeships
90% of pupils confirm that the workshop provided them with the opportunity to participate
97% of pupils confirm that the advisor explained things clearly
93% of pupils confirm that the amount of information given was “Just Right”
98% of pupils confirm that the advisor had a good knowledge of Apprenticeships
98% of pupils confirm that the advisor was friendly and approachable
I didn't get confused and now I know about what they are
It showed me that some job need certain grades and you need experience
Open my opportunities as I'd never thought about it
The man was fun and understanding but he focused about what he was telling us
Gave us a chance to join in and knew a lot about it
Learnt a lot gives me a good understanding of what an Apprenticeship is
Told us the truth and what to expect
I cannot wait to leave school and start an Apprenticeship
Comments made by pupils includeWhat do the pupils think?
•The students enjoyed the different teaching styles used throughout the presentation
•This workshop is really valued by the school and it would be missed if the funding is stopped
•Paul and his team have their delivery off to a fine art
•As the presentation is so good even the most hard to reach students tend to listen
•I think the year 9 work was a welcome addition to the services offered by the CFL
•Increases knowledge of students to make informed choices
•[He] knows what he is talking about, kids respect him. He is a great asset to have, thank you.
CommentsWhat Do The Teachers Think?
The pupils always comment on how they didn't realise the range of jobs available. The workshop has stopped some people choosing the wrong option in year 11
The students were engaged and genuinely interested in the information they were given and researched for themselves
Has made quite a few consider other options/careers
A knowledge of opportunities for their progression from school other than college
The pupils have a greater awareness not only about Apprenticeships but also about learning in the future. They have enjoyed a motivational talk with impartial advice that can affect all of them.
Our students get a lot out of CFL and take everything on board what they are told
The pupils gained a detailed knowledge of the process and a keen interest to find out more
Benefits to PupilsWhat Do The Teachers Think ?
•Evaluated
• Meets Statuary Requirements
• Contributes towards the IAG Gold Standard
• Contributes to successful OFSTED Inspections and quality of delivery of information, advice and guidance in schools
• Delivered Impartially by Experienced Staff
The BenefitsConclusion
