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Development and delivery of a pathway into construction industry framework for Service Leavers and full-time learners (Pathways into Construction)
Funding theme:

Careers

Funding topic:
Careers and recruitment
Project lead:
Leeds Beckett University
Amount awarded:
£467,520
Project summary:

This project will seek to design and develop a program of activities that would enable a suitable transition into the construction industry for the target group (Service leavers and Full-time Learners).

The program will involve training, placement, mentoring and support for the target groups to successful transition into employment into the construction industry.  One of the unique features of this project will be the development of online resources that will be freely available to construction industry companies designed to equip companies to attract and retain employees from the target group.

The online resources will also be available to FE and other training organisations to help them deliver suitable soft-skills content to their students. The project will provide a template that will make it easier for construction industry companies to directly employ the target group and support them without the involvement of third parties. As such, one of the key project deliverables will be the development of online resources to be freely available on a dedicated website.

North Glasgow Community Skills Academy (NGCSA) - Pathways into Construction - NEETs and service leavers
Funding theme:

Careers

Funding topic:
Careers and recruitment
Project lead:
Sibbald Ltd
Amount awarded:
£1,200,060
Project summary:

This project will deliver a menu of collaborative support, employability and occupational/vocational training complemented with work experience.

Over the three years of the project, they will engage 180 beneficiaries, 90 from each of two priority groups (NEET and Service Leavers).

Onsite Assessment Infrastructure for Apprentices in Scotland
Funding theme:

Careers

Funding topic:
Careers and recruitment
Project lead:
ESP Scotland
Amount awarded:
£445,700
Project summary:

This project will address an identified industry need to recruit and train 100 FTE ne, quality assessors to enable the efficient delivery of assessments for apprenticeships in Scotland.

Working in partnership with 23 of Scotland’s construction colleges, government agencies and private training providers, a coordinated approach in recruiting 100 FTE assessors will be managed and implemented by ESP applying a good geographical spread across CITB’s 7 regions.

Passport to Construction (Pathways into Construction - Long Term Unemployed)
Funding theme:

Careers

Funding topic:
Careers and recruitment, Small employer support, Changing industry culture
Project lead:
Creating Enterprise
Amount awarded:
£221,154
Project summary:

“Passport to Construction” will be delivered across the six counties of North Wales.

Each programme will run for 6 weeks delivering work readiness and confidence building as well as developing practical construction related skills including sites visits and work placements on various construction sites across North Wales.  

There will be a tailored qualification called “Passport to Construction” which will be an Open College Network qualification. In addition, programmes will provide CSCS revision, mock tests and actual test.

Participants will gain practical “try a trade” work experience alongside work buddies that the project partners have trained from construction companies to provide work experience.

The 6 weeks will culminate in CV writing and job search sessions followed by a final day of mock interviews with industry bosses, a "Meet the Boss" session, an inspirational speaker and a celebration of their success.  

All beneficiaries will leave the programme with a personal development plan and clear next steps tailored to them.

Pathways into Home Building Careers (Pathways into Construction - NEETs, service leavers, women and full time learners)
Funding theme:

Careers

Funding topic:
Small employer support, Changing industry culture
Project lead:
Home Builders Federation Ltd
Amount awarded:
£1,970,037
Project summary:

This project will offer a programme of training and support for the four beneficiary groups outlined, catering to each group's specific needs and offering guaranteed interviews

Project RECCE – Veteran Construction Training Course (Pathways into Construction - service leavers)
Funding theme:

Careers

Funding topic:
Careers and recruitment
Project lead:
Balfour Beatty Plc
Amount awarded:
£576,964
Project summary:

Project RECCE is offering a chance for veterans to enter the construction industry and for employers to demonstrate their commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant and produce real transformational social value. Further to this, the construction industry can be prepared to receive a steady stream of fresh talent which has already honed its skills in the military. 

A key aim of this proposal is to expand the courses beyond the North West, whilst continuing to deliver there. Each course will be for 12 veterans. There will be a total of 18 courses, leading to a total of 216 veterans trained.

Women Construct Wales (Pathways into Construction - women)
Funding theme:

Careers

Funding topic:
Careers and recruitment
Project lead:
The Community Impact Initiative C.I.C.
Amount awarded:
£287,805
Project summary:

This project will focus on breaking down barriers to women entering the sector.

It will provide 9 renovation projects over 3 years for 72 women to gain and acquire skills in building renovation.

Skill acquisition will focus on

  • plastering and rendering
  • flooring
  • tiling
  • painting and decorating
  • kitchen and bathroom fitting
  • gardening
  • carpentry.

Pathway includes pre-employment training, construction, H&S , First Aid qualifications and CSCS card progression. Project will also supply literacy and numeracy support for those in need of this.

Women into Construction - New Directions (Pathways into Construction - NEETs, long term unemployed, women and full time learners)
Funding theme:

Careers

Funding topic:
Careers and recruitment, Changing industry culture
Project lead:
Women into Construction C.I.C.
Amount awarded:
£249,395
Project summary:

This project will work with 240 women and 30 companies, 50% of which will be SMEs.

The project will support women with pre-employment support and provide employers with support in employing and retaining women within their companies.

This expands on the WIC current offering by extending the offer to the West Midlands and East of England

Building Mental Health MHFA Instructors CPD Awareness Training
Funding theme:

Innovation

Funding topic:
Changing industry culture, Productivity and new ways of working, Small employer support, Leadership and management
Project lead:
Laing O Rourke
Amount awarded:
£105,400
Project summary:

This project will allow the 288 Instructors trained through the Building Mental Health MHFA Instructor Training Programme currently funded by CITB to attend CPD Mental Health Awareness training with MHFA England.

It will allow the instructors to deliver the full suite of mental health training within their organisations/subcontractors to maximise their effectiveness.

Modernise Specialist Applied Skills Programme (SAP)
Funding theme:

Innovation

Funding topic:
Digital and new technology, New qualifications and courses, Small employer support, Learning resources
Project lead:
DSA
Amount awarded:
£140,228
Project summary:

This project will redevelop and deliver the Drilling and Sawing Association Specialist Applied Programme to meet the needs of millennials that are considering a career within the Construction Industry.

It will use the introduction of new technologies, such as, E-Learning platforms to include Digital imaging (videos & presentations), Functional Skills and App's to support learning and portfolio building to enhance the engagement of newcomers into the industry.