JTL has partnered up with PHX Training to introduce traineeships designed to help young adults in Cumbria get their first taste of work.
This 12-week course will support young people aged 16-24 acquire the functional skills needed to succeed in the workplace.
It is also designed to develop their English and maths, as well as enhancing their basic employability skills including CV writing, interview techniques, timekeeping and teamwork.
PHX Training will be delivering classroom-based activity at their Victoria Place training centre, whilst the nearby JTL Carlisle training facility will be providing practical sessions.
PHX Training will also be supporting learners to acquire four-week work placements, ensuring the traineeships provide learners with a varied programme of high-quality work-based learning and on the job experience.
John Cramphorn, business manager at JTL, said: “Learners will for the first time have the opportunity to learn from two different training providers, who will be working together to prepare them for the realities of the construction industry, helping them progress into young adults, ready for the world of employment.
“This in turn will benefit local businesses by creating more job-ready apprentices, so we look forward to working with PHX Training to welcome both trainees and employers onboard.”
Helen Macnaughton, business manager at PHX Training, said: “Alongside JTL, we have developed a traineeship which is designed around the learner. Along with basic employment skills we will also help them find work placements that are relevant, with a view to helping them find a job they can enjoy and excel at.”
The course will start on 14 April at PHX Training, 3-5 Victoria Place, Carlisle.