Apprentice Scheme launched for Islington adults
Posted on 5/9/09 by Lucy in Islington (No comments)
Up to 50 adults will be getting a head start in the workplace following an excellent response to Islington Council's Apprentice Scheme.
The news comes in the same week BT announced it was culling its graduate training scheme this year because of the recession.
Islington received over 700 applications by the August deadline; these have been whittled down to a shortlist from which the lucky 50 apprentices will be chosen and start work with the council in late September.
The Islington Apprentice Scheme offers paid work in a council department for up to two years, learning about all aspects of the job from professional staff.
Cllr Lucy Watt, Executive Member for Skills and Business, Islington Council said:
"Despite the recession, I am delighted to confirm Islington Council's apprentice scheme is firmly on track.
"Congratulations to those who got through the shortlist stage.
"Apprenticeships give participants the skills and experience they need whether they want to work for the council or elsewhere."
Offered to residents over 16 years of age, the Islington Apprentices Scheme gives participants the skills and experience to give them the edge in the workplace.
Successful apprentices will have their fees paid for day release NVQ courses as well as support with housing, debt or childcare.
For those who are less successful they can still continue to access employment support services from Islington Working and the Job Centre.
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