Success as 10 trainees find full-time work through Build Salford Apprenticeship Scheme

10 out of 14 young people enrolled on the Build Salford 2022 programme have found full-time employment.

The success comes after the group completed the 10-week programme, learning vital skills for the construction sector.

Trainees, Build Salford consortium members and many of the construction employers came together at the Business Centre at Apprenticeships at Salford City College headquarters to celebrate this year’s success.

Supported by Apprenticeships at Salford City College, Salford City Council, local construction companies and social housing providers, the Build Salford programme involves a three-week ‘Getting Site Ready’ phase, followed by a seven-week work placement.

Allan Milne, Director of Business Development and Apprenticeships at Salford City College, led the presentation of awards given to successful individuals. He said: “It was great to see so many employers and partners come together to celebrate the Build Salford 2022 trainees. The determination shown by all of the trainees has been great and they all deserve their chance at developing a great career in the construction sector.”

One of this year’s successful trainees, Lucas Edwards, has secured an apprenticeship with Watson Homes. He said: “Before Build Salford I was unemployed, feeling like I had no opportunity of getting my dream job. Doing the traineeship has offered me the opportunity to fulfil my dream of becoming a Bricklayer. I am now feeling very confident about my future.”

Certificates, Amazon vouchers, a custom toolkit for each trainee, and Build Salford hoodies for members of the consortium were sponsored by The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB).

Presenting the prizes was James Johnson, The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Customer Engagement Advisor. He said: “Build Salford is what a Construction Traineeship should be. The project is a great way to give young Salford residents opportunities in the Construction sector, with a high number of the trainees progressing into full time employment or apprenticeships, which shows the value of the project.”

For more information on Build Salford, or to apply for the 2023 programme, email apprenticeships@salfordcc.ac.uk.