If you’ve got your GCSEs but don’t quite feel ready for the world of work, try a traineeship
GOT your GCSE results but don’t feel ready for work? Then try a traineeship.
The innovative “get work-ready” schemes were launched by the Government in 2013 to help 16-to-24-year-olds to prepare for an apprenticeship or employment.
The courses last from six weeks up to six months with content tailored to aid both the learner and the business.
As well as work skills, traineeship providers can also offer help on interview techniques, CV writing, how to dress for work and even additional support on basic qualifications.
New figures from the Department for Education show more than three quarters of those who complete a traineeship go on to start an apprenticeship, further study or get a job within 12 months, making them one of the most successful ways for unemployed young people to find work.
Education Minister Kemi Badenoch said: “Getting your A-level and GCSE results are a huge achievement and a major milestone in a young person’s life, so congratulations to everyone.
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Jobspot
SPECIALIST site has more than 185 jobs for GCSE leavers including apprenticeships and traineeships.
Aaron's made I.T. at last
FOLLOWING disappointing GCSE results, Aaron Leigh feared his dream of working in IT may not come true.
But Aaron landed an IT traineeship through provider QA. He was accepted for an apprenticeship scheme with the Institute of Management and Control that would have required a number of GCSEs.
Hol lot of work
HOLIDAY giant Thomas Cook has close to 100 apprenticeship vacancies at .
Choose from Level 3 travel consultant apprenticeships in travel stores or Level 2 customer service practitioner apprenticeships.
There are also jobs at Thomas Cook Airlines in Manchester.
HR director Julie Armstrong says: “Many of our employees who joined as an apprentice have gone on to develop long-term careers in this exciting industry.
"I’d encourage anyone with a real passion for travel and delivering for customers to consider one.”
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