Tag: Skills
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Construction’s skills narrative is misleading, says Birmingham college
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Construction employers must rethink the narrative around a ‘skills shortage’ and instead focus on stronger collaboration with training providers, according to South & City College, Birmingham (SCCB). The college has highlighted a lack of employer engagement that prevents learners from gaining the hands-on experience needed to enter the workforce. SCCB has reported that its workshops and…
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CITB calls for SkillBuild 2026 registrations
Robert Smith, product manager (careers) at CITB, said: “I look forward to SkillBuild every year and thoroughly enjoy seeing the talent and passion that the competition brings out. SkillBuild is a brilliant chance for construction trainees to show off their skill sets while developing and learning new ones. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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How would earned settlement reforms impact construction?
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While the construction industry faces ongoing skills shortages, proposed changes to current settlement rules could add to the challenges employers must navigate. A Fairer Pathway to Settlement, the UK government’s consultation paper on earned settlement reforms, published on 20 November, marks a significant shift in immigration policy. The changes could extend settlement timelines and introduce stricter…
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Could you help shape construction’s future workforce?
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Experience is one of construction’s most valuable resources, so passing it on is key to securing a skilled and resilient future workforce. There is a government pledge to secure the future of England’s construction industry by training 60,000 new professionals, as well as a commitment to deliver 1.5 million homes by 2029. Therefore, the Teach…
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CITB apologises for ‘short notice’ ahead of funding and grant cuts
Commenting on the changes, Tim Balcon, CITB’s chief executive, said: “First and foremost, we want to apologise for the short notice for some of these changes. This was done to avoid surge claiming that will put our ability to support employers at risk. We had planned to transition our funding model gradually, giving employers time to adjust.…
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Job spotlight: technical apprentice, Berkeley Group
Nylah Achampong explains what attracted her to an apprenticeship in the built environment and why she’s passionate about inspiring other young people. What attracted you to your apprenticeship? Berkeley Group has a partnership with my school and has been promoting apprenticeships, hosting various employability events and insight days for us at Oval Village in Lambeth.…
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Government unveils plans for 50,000 new apprenticeships
A £725m package of reforms to the apprenticeship system will help to tackle youth unemployment and drive economic growth, according to the government. The funding includes £140m for a pilot scheme which will allow mayors to connect young people – especially those not in education, employment or training (NEET) – with thousands of apprenticeships at…
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Exeter College reveals strategy to bridge construction skills gap
Speaking to 40 representatives from regional colleges, employer representative bodies and local authorities at its Future Skills Centre, the college detailed initiatives to promote collaboration, strengthen employer engagement, expand construction training provision and create clear career pathways for learners. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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CSCS Alliance confirms new chair
“As chair, I have been proud to help drive this progress forward – working closely with policymakers, regulators and government to ensure the Alliance plays a central role in the national renewal agenda. By leading with purpose and impact, we have positioned the Alliance as an influential partner in raising standards, enhancing competence and improving…
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ECITB announces appointments to boost careers engagement
Commenting on the appointments, Andrew Hockey, ECITB chief executive, said: “Since its inception in 2021, input from Innov8 members has helped the ECITB increase the effectiveness of our engagement with industry. The group plays an integral role in shaping our careers work, industry training and development. View the original article and our Inspiration here