Working in Partnership with Schools  to Get Young People Work Ready 

Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Training (CWCCT) is working closely with schools to help young people prepare for the world of work.

 As one of the largest training providers across the sub-region, CWCCT has a team of specialist advisers with a strong track record of working in partnership with schools to raise students’ awareness and understanding of what the labour market is all about. The team recently worked alongside 210 students from Sidney Stringer Academy, a co-educational academy school for young people aged 11 – 18 in Coventry to develop their skills in CV writing and interview techniques. 

Commenting on the career-building sessions, Anita Tomsett, Apprenticeship Recruitment Lead at Chamber Training said: “We worked closely with the students to help them understand the importance of effective job application forms, the steps to preparing an appropriate CV and tailoring it to a particular job opportunity.

“The informative training sessions helped the students to identify their strengths, skills and aspirations and learn how to prepare and conduct themselves in job interviews. 

“As an insight into real-life interview preparation skills, we arranged mock interviews with prestigious employers such as Jaguar Land Rover, Capita, Coventry City Council and the Department for Work and Pensions.  For the majority of the students, the interviews were the first time they had been in contact with employers in a professional capacity, so this was an invaluable opportunity to gain feedback and advice on their interview skills from professional employers.  We look forward to an ongoing working arrangement with Sidney Stringer, supporting their careers advice and guidance.”

CWCCT offers a wide range of apprenticeships and actively encourages employers across Coventry and Warwickshire to look at creating employment opportunities, particularly for young people. Apprenticeships offer a great way to develop a career path, build valuable experience and enjoy all the benefits of the workplace. Whether you're just leaving school or college or have been in a job for a while, apprenticeships could be your route to a brighter future.

To find out more about Chamber Training’s Apprenticeship Programme and Support Programmes, please contact our Recruitment Team on 024 7623 1122 or enquiries@cw-chambertraining.co.uk 

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Photo caption: Anita Tomsett at Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber Training.