Issue - meetings

Experience of an Apprenticeship

Meeting: 10/06/2021 - Corporate Parenting Board (Item 11)

Experience of an Apprenticeship

[To receive a presentation of a first-hand account from an apprentice working within the Council.]

Minutes:

 

A guest speaker delivered a presentation which provided an account of their experiences in apprenticeship roles within the Council.

 

The presentation outlined their experience of work prior to the apprenticeship and how they learned of the opportunity to apply for the role. An account was given of the experiences working in the role and plans for what to do next to progress along a career pathway. The presentation also gave an overview of what was offered to care leavers once they began an apprenticeship within the Council, including the Grand Mentor Scheme.

 

During the lockdown, the remainder of the apprenticeship continued working from home and the apprentice’s team developed virtual workshops to support children and young people returning to schools after reopening. They reported that the experience had been life changing and had provided them with opportunities to gain skills and build themselves as a professional.

 

The guest speaker’s hard work was commended by all and it was acknowledged how valuable the ring-fenced apprenticeships were in supporting care experienced young people along pathways into employment opportunities.

 

Resolved:

That the presentation on the Experience of an Apprenticeship be received.


Meeting: 25/03/2021 - Corporate Parenting Board (Item 9)

Experience of an Apprenticeship

[To receive a presentation of a first-hand account from an apprentice working within the Council.]

Minutes:

Resolved:

That Item 9 be deferred to the next appropriate meeting.