JRS Training recently had the opportunity to work with The Prince’s Trust, once again supporting them with their ‘Get into Construction’ programme which provides young people not in employment or education with the training and certification required to begin work in the construction industry.
Industry professional Michal Ostrowski from Lawtech Group visited to talk to the delegates and provide them with some insight into what it’s like to work in the industry. Lawtech work closely with JRS Training to provide training and NVQs to their local workforce.
After spending time with the delegates, Michal was particularly impressed with one young man, Kacper. “Kacper asked the right questions and paid full attention to what I was saying. Afterwards, he showed me his competencies and qualifications and asked me if I had any jobs – he was clearly a motivated young lad, and I had a good feeling about him.”
Since the course, Kacper has been employed by Sebastian Kubala from Kubala Construction Ltd, working on a local Lawtech site.
JRS Training’s director James visited Kacper and Michal on site and were lucky enough to be greeted with sunshine whilst they discussed Kacper’s progress. Michal explained, “He is great on tools, but I see potential in him to become a Trainee Assistant Site Manager in the next few months.”
JRS Training are incredibly proud to have been a part of this journey, supporting a motivated, intelligent young man to get into construction. James Owen, managing director of JRS Training, said: “This is exactly what the industry needs. Everyone is aware of the still-growing skills shortage in the UK construction industry, and an important way of solving this is by making the essential training and qualifications accessible to young people who otherwise may not have had access to them.”
JRS Training are always looking for more local companies to support them in their work with The Prince’s Trust, so whether you can offer apprenticeships, work experience or some guidance, please get in touch.
Image caption: L-R: Michal Ostrowski, Lawtech Group; Kacper Kazberuk, Kubala Construction Ltd; James Owen, JRS Training.