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Hampshire Work Trials Pilot

Aged 16 – 18?  Stuck at home with nothing to do?

  • Do you want to try something new?

  • Do you want to work but no one will give you a chance?

  • Do you want to get that first foot onto the job ladder?

If you’re a young person aged 16 – 18, who isn’t in training, education or employment, then our Work Trials scheme could be just what you’re looking for.

The Deal

A three to six month work trial placement with a daily training allowance

  • You will be working directly with an employer

  • You will gain hands-on experience

  • You will receive support from a training provider.

And it could be a great route onto an apprenticeship.

 

Why?

Work experience gives you the opportunity to:

  • improve your chances of finding work

  • see how the skills you already have can be used in a workplace

  • gain real life work experience

  • build your confidence

  • improve your CV

  • have a work reference you can use when your applying for jobs.

It gives you the opportunity to take part in a work placement with a real employer. It could be helpful if you have little or no recent work experience.

 

Am I eligible?

To apply you must be:

  • A Hampshire resident (this doesn’t include Southampton or Portsmouth residents)

  • Aged 16 – 18 years old

  • Currently unemployed, not in education or in training.

 

Frequently Asked Questions



What is a Work Trial?

A work trial is an opportunity for you to work with an local employer in order to gain work experience to add to your CV.

How long does will it last?

The work trial will last for between three and six months and you will work for between three to five days per week.

How much is the daily training allowance?

You will be paid a daily training allowance of £10 per day. You may also be eligible for a bursary of up to £1,200.

Am I eligible?

To apply you must be:

  • A Hampshire resident (this doesn’t include Southampton or Portsmouth residents)

  • Aged 16 – 18 years old

  • Currently unemployed, not in education or in a training

How do I apply?

To apply call Aspire Learning on 023 9287 5238 or email: info@aspirelearning.co.uk.

Will I be taken on after the placement finishes?

If your placement was successful, we would hope that it would lead to either a job offer or an apprenticeship. However, you will continue to receive support from us afterwards.

What is the employer expected to do?

Your employer will make sure that you have an opportunity to experience work within their organisation. You will be able to add this to your CV. The employer will support and supervise you while you undertake the work placement.

What support will I get from the training provider?

The training provider will support you and the employer to set out your work role and responsibilities. They will meet with you weekly to check progress and ensure that both you and your employer are happy with the progress being made.  The training provider can also help you identify qualifications you might find useful.

Will I be an employee?

No, because you will be enrolled on foundation learning, you will remain a trainee during the placement.

Who can I contact for more information?

Please call Aspire Learning on: 02392 875238 or email: info@aspirelearning.co.uk if you want some more information about the Work Trials.

 

 

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How to apply

For more information or to apply call Aspire Learning on 023 9287 5238 or email: info@aspirelearning.co.uk