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Paul Robinson Information and Communications Co-ordinator Consortium for Learning

Paul Robinson Information and Communications Co-ordinator Consortium for Learning. Introduction. Who are CfL?. 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.

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Paul Robinson Information and Communications Co-ordinator Consortium for Learning

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  1. Paul Robinson Information and Communications Co-ordinator Consortium for Learning

  2. Introduction Who are CfL? 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.

  3. Introduction My Role and Background? • Information & Communications Co-ordinator • To increase participation within Work Based Learning across the Humber sub-region • 20 years association

  4. Apprenticeships Why I’m here? • Apprenticeship Information and Advice Workshop • Lesson length session • Staged approach • Identified as Good Practice by NAS

  5. Apprenticeships, Advanced and Higher Apprenticeships Opening Doors to a Better Future

  6. Apprenticeships So, What are they? • Awork 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

  7. Apprenticeships So, What are they? • Awork 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

  8. Imagine what you could do? Over 200 Types of Apprenticeship

  9. From playground to professional Progression LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4-8 Higher Level Qualifications HIGHER APPRENTICESHIPS FOUNDATION DEGREES APPRENTICESHIPS ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIPS DEGREES (BA,MA,PHD) NVQ 4/5

  10. Do you have what it takes? What employers said.... Punctual School Reference Leadership Reliable Initiative Communication Qualifications Employability Skills Part Time Job Motivated Self belief Team Worker Determined Work Experience Flexible

  11. www.applyrotherham.org.uk

  12. www.apprenticeships.org.uk

  13. Apprenticeship Applications Get it right • Check spellings! Barrister: Plumber: Engineer: Manager: Physical Training Instructor: Electrician: Chef: Accountant: Cheff, Sheff Plummer Barister Enginer, Engerneer, Enginear, Engeneer Electritian, Electrision, Electricion, Electrition, Electricition. Accoutant, Accounant Physical Tranning Instructor Manger • No Text Talk Gud, Wiv, Dat, Fink, Coz, Pls, Wen, NE, M8’s • Email Addresses • Ask someone to check it • Don’t leave it too late

  14. Apprenticeships Take control of your career • Apprenticeships are led by employer availability • Consider all the options • Competition for places can be tough

  15. What do you know? Apprenticeships – it’s time to learn • 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?

  16. Do you need more information? Contacts Freephone 08000 150 600 www.apprenticeships.org.uk www.cflhumber.org.uk www.applyrotherham.org.uk or speak to your Connexions PA in School

  17. Inexperienced today. Expert tomorrow.

  18. Does it Work? 2009/10 Evaluation • 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

  19. What do the pupils think? Evaluation Key Messages 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

  20. What do the pupils think? Comments made by pupils include • 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

  21. What Do The Teachers Think? Comments • 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.

  22. What Do The Teachers Think ? Benefits to Pupils • 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

  23. Conclusion The Benefits • 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

  24. Contact details Paul Robinson Consortium for Learning paul@cflhumber.org.uk 01482 638508 07792 442775

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