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In collaboration with Leeds College of Building, this contractor has developed SEND Guidance for Construction to support inclusivity in the industry. The guidance helps navigate key acronyms, addresses common concerns around Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and offers practical ways contractors can get involved. By engaging with this initiative, contractors can help create meaningful pathways to employment for SEND…
Constructionarium Ltd is a not-for-profit organisation offering a unique and immersive hands-on learning experience for students and professionals in the built environment sector. Since its inception in 2003, over 14,000 delegates have participated in its programs, developing practical skills and gaining invaluable insights into the complexities of construction projects. As the only CITB-Approved Training Organisation (ATO) of its kind, Constructionarium’s…
While building Goffs school, Interserve’s Hannah Fehr offered practical support to students and was asked to plan some practical sessions to a group of students who were underachieving and closest to the workforce. Students were given the opportunity to learn practical skills during a 3 hour workshop on Plumbing, in partnership with Interserve Engineering Services and JTL Training. Students were…
One of the problems that exists when talking to young people about careers in construction is the lack of understanding about the variety of different roles available. Both teachers and school children are unaware of the scope with a career in construction and can limit the options of students because of preconceptions about who would be suitable to work in…
Go Construct is an industry wide initiative that aims to attract, inform and retain a talented workforce for the Construction and Built Environment sector, and has been developed with more than 200 construction employers, schools, colleges and those with a passion for construction. It will consist of a common gateway website, giving people access to a range of useful and practical…
Some of our STEM Ambassadors worked with a local college to undertake a series of practice interview sessions aimed at existing 16+ students of varying abilities and skills. The aim was to provide students with an opportunity to have their existing interview skills assessed, giving them an indication of their strongest and weakest areas and provide them with advice as…
This contractor partnered with Salford City College (SCC) and the Local Council Road Innovation Group (LCRIG) to support the development of the SCC Group Highways Skills Training Academy. This academic syllabus whilst in support of Highways and Civil Engineering, provides a practical training environment to assist experience and knowledge development. LCRIG and the college held awareness of significant skills shortages…
This contractor has launched a project called the ‘Construction Series’, featuring educational videos showcasing the various stages of construction and the associated processes. These videos cover everything from manufacturing to completion and recently highlighted modern methods and sustainable construction practices. They are also collaborating with a local school to involve their students’ social media team in creating a before-and-after video…
This contractor has launched a brand new book in partnership with Tales From Mother Earth – Sitka Spruce, the amazing timber tree. This book shares the story of Sitka the Spruce, as they make their 80-year journey from the forest to the classroom and beyond, promoting to young learners that timber provides the planet with a positive and regenerative resource….
This contractor has created an interactive engineering activity for 9 to 16 year old’s to construct an authentic 10m span cable stayed bridge, using real world materials and techniques, enhancing their STEM skills and making connections to careers in civil engineering. The activity supports the school curriculum, as well as encouraging confidence, logical thinking, problem solving, team participation skills and…
Camerons have been appointed to construct a large scale development in Jersey, Channel Islands. The development sits in a very prominent location on St Helier sea front which has made the project controversial. From day one the development has had a lot of public interest, particularly the tower-crane that has become almost a landmark in Jersey. To address public interest…
Foundations Live is an annual event which celebrates and centralises all the best bits of the year-long Foundations scheme. It brings the industry together to create two events under one roof: A professional business networking and trade event. An opportunity to meet new people, learn about the latest products and innovations and generate new business. An interactive careers event for people…
Community outreach is essential in making positive contributions that represent the industry. Contractors have the manpower and resources to make a difference, not just solely on the work they are doing on-site. It is therefore important to maintain awareness of any opportunities that may arise in the local community and offer any size of contribution or support to leave a…
National Careers Week encourages education providers to bring together students, local employers and advisers through careers events and activities. To support National Careers Week on your site, you could do the following: Regularly attend careers fairs to encourage recruitment and work experience opportunities; Visit local schools to talk about a career in the construction industry; Liaise with colleges locally, to encourage and…
Our Area 12 STEM Ambassador Group arranged a ‘Bring your child to work day’ during the summer holidays to encourage more young people to consider Engineering as a career and provide greater awareness of our construction and engineering activities around the network. This allowed us to reach local communities, to share what we do and why we do what we…