A specially created presentation aimed at giving parents and guardians an insight into what a traineeship is and how it can be beneficial.

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A Guide to Traineeships
Parent & Guardians

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What is a Traineeship?
Traineeships are an opportunity for young
people to gain real work experience, job
skills and improve English and maths, if
required.
At its core are a high-quality work
experience placement, work preparation
training and English and maths if needed.
Work preparation training
& development of
professional social skills
English, Maths & ICT skills
development
High-quality work
experience placement

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Aims of a Traineeship
Traineeships give young people aged 16 to 24 the skills and experience that
employers are looking for, helping them to boost their careers prospects with an
apprenticeship or other employment in the future:
• Develop the right mind set ready for the world of work
• Learn and gain a range of skills to prepare them for a job
• Obtain sector training related qualifications
• Advance Maths, English & ICT skills
• Expand on their current work experience with a high-quality employer
placement

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Who are Traineeships for?
Traineeships are an ideal opportunity for
young people aged 16 to 24, who are
motivated to get a job but lack the skills
and experience that employers are looking
for.
Suitable candidates would be those young
people who have been unsuccessful when
applying for a job or apprenticeship due to
lack of skills or experience.
Suitable for a traineeship Unsuitable for a traineeship
Unemployed and have little or
no work experience. Young
people will continue to be
referred to traineeships from
Jobcentre Plus on a voluntary
basis
Already have the skills and
experience needed to start an
apprenticeship or find work
Motivated to work The most disengaged young
people, who require very
intensive support
Aged 16 to 24, who have not
yet achieved a full level 3
Aged 25 or over
Ready for employment or an
apprenticeship within six
months of engaging in a
traineeship
Already in employment

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Why choose a Traineeship?
Every young person will be faced with the situation of what they want to do after
following School & College. For those looking to start work, an alternative to
classroom education is available, a Traineeship can be a good opportunity to
progress in to an Apprenticeship then full time employment
Traineeships provide:
• An introductory level of learning for those who are unsure what career path
they want to take
• Basic skills developed required to gain an Apprenticeship or full time
employment
• An opportunity to form a meaningful career path
Many successful people started their career journey as a Trainee.
• Ross Brawn (F1), Michael Caine (Actor), Jamie Oliver (Chef), Sir Alex Ferguson
(Football

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What happens next?
If you’re unsure what to do next, Pathway Group can help
• At Pathway Group, we will meet and advise young people every day of the
week
• We provided an initial presentation and Q&A session, we will support the young
person to ensure they are comfortable and understand our processes
• We will provided on going support and promote positive learning experiences
All you need to do is contact us and book an appointment, let us deal with the rest!

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Contact Pathway
At Pathway, we make it easy and stress-free for young people to
make an informed decision on their future
If you would like more information on Traineeships, please
call and speak to an advisor on 0121 707 0550.
Alternatively, email info@pathwaygroup.co.uk