“As a result of this collaboration, one student is seeking an opportunity to do some work experience for a week and three others have given their names and expressed interest in further communication. The groups were encouraged to be themselves, build their skills and qualities by seeking opportunities to volunteer, seek part-time employment and participate in hobbies to increase their chances of standing out above their peers. “This face-to-face opportunity confirmed what they are being taught through their course with us, and highlighted what skills and qualities are being sought by employers and they can use this valuable information to make the right choices, prepare their CVs and start their journey into the world of work. Skills and qualitiesĪlan and Jazmin talk with one of the students.
Despite them focusing on engineering and outdoor childcare, the students gained insight to employability, that transfers across all industries. Through their presentations and discussions with members of the groups, the classes gained a real understanding of what employers are looking for in employees. She said: “Over the last week, representatives from these two local businesses have given up their time to share their passions and knowledge. The young people gained first-hand knowledge from these local companies about opportunities and routes into employment, through apprenticeships, vocational training and volunteering, and this was just the tip of the iceberg. The event was organised by Michelle Good, SkillForce’s Area Manager for Scotland North. We would like to thank them for their warn welcome, questions and engagement.” Jazmin said: “This was a great opportunity to give the pupils at Forres Academy an insight into the career opportunities available at AJ Engineering. Working with SkillForce and DYW Moray, Jazmin Kellas, AJ Engineering’s quality manager and Alan Towns, the firm’s health and safety training co-ordinator joined representatives from EarthTime to visit students at Forres Academy and Moray College. Two-hour Let’s Eat cooking classes are held throughout the month at the Environmental Education and Healthy Living Centre at 1 Bogton Road.Ĭhildren accompanied by an adult are very welcome.Alan and Jazmin (centre) with the young people they worked with.ĮMPLOYEES from AJ Engineering have been working with young people to help them understand what work opportunities are available to them and what skills are required. “We welcome future partnerships and invite group leaders or agencies to get in touch.” “The pilot funding from the NHS lasts until March so we are seeking alternative public funding to build on what we have started,” said Rosie. So far, Let’s Eat have collaborated with the St Leonard’s Church Outreach Service, the Department of Work and Pensions, Step-by-Step Parent and Toddlers Group, Earthtime For All, Forres Academy, Logie and Alves Primary Schools and the Autistic One-Stop Shop.Īs well as homegrown produce, Let’s Eat also use food surplus to Forres Tesco’s requirements, distributed by national charity Foodshare.
The target audience for the tailored classes includes those from low-income backgrounds, referred families, people with particular learning needs, carers and schoolchildren. “As well as learning about food and cooking, I enjoy meeting new people.”
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