Sheffield students learn new work skills and pass course with flying colours

Year 10 students from Chaucer School and Sheffield Park Academy, took part in the Better Learners Better Workers (BLBW) Construction and Built Environment Programme. It was designed to show those approaching their GCSEs the career options available in the building industry.

As part of the year long construction led programme the pupils visited developments in Manor, to learn about the latest working methods and the type of jobs available in the building environment.

They spent time with architects, planning officers, site teams and sales staff and attended workshops focusing on the job application process, team building and other transferable skills, including communication, resilience and critical thinking.

One of the students, Ebony said: “I always thought that jobs in construction were for men but I enrolled on the course to challenge myself by taking on something that was out of my comfort zone.

“I was fascinated to see how many opportunities the industry has to offer on and off site. I was particularly interested in the planning and finance roles that we learned about and this is certainly something I would consider in the future.”

BLBW operates across South Yorkshire, focusing on specific industry sectors, so young people can follow their interests.

A second cohort of students is lined up to take part as soon as the restrictions on social distancing are lifted.

To find out more about the BLBW construction programme, visit: www.betterlearnersbetterworkers.org.uk and click on the construction and built environment link in the sectors tab.

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