If you want to get a job but need to learn more about work, you may be able to be a trainee on Jobs Growth Wales+. You need to have left school and be between 16 and 19 years old.
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From School to Training
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What is Jobs Growth Wales+?
Jobs Growth Wales+ is a training programme that helps you move in to work. It includes free training and work experience.
On Jobs Growth Wales+ you’ll get the chance to learn what work is like and try a job role you are interested in.
You’ll learn new skills and get the qualifications you need to move on to a job or further training.
On Jobs Growth Wales+ You’ll get:
- One-to-one coaching and support
- Paid a training allowance or wage
Watch a video by Engage To Change about Jobs Growth Wales Plus on YouTube.
There are different levels of Jobs Growth Wales+. These are:
Engagement
A lot of young people leaving school start with this. This is for people who:
Aren’t sure what type of work they want to do
Need to work on their skills before going into a job
Advancement
This level is for people who:
Know what type of work they want to do
Are able to work towards an NVQ level 1
Employment
This is a way to get into work. This is for people who:
Know what type of work they want to do
Are ready for work now
What can I do on Jobs Growth Wales+?
On Jobs Growth Wales+ you could:
Try out different types of work to find out what you are suited to
Carry on with Maths and English
Work towards qualifications
Learn new skills
How much time will I spend on Jobs Growth Wales+?
- On the Engagement level you would usually do 30 hours or more each week
- On the Advancement level you would usually do 30 hours or more each week
- On the Employment level you would usually do 30 hours or more each week
How much will I get paid?
- On Engagement you will get £60 per week if you work 30 hours. If you work fewer hours you would get paid less
- On Advancement you would get £60 per week
- On Employment you would get £60 per week while you look for a job and then a salary paid at least the National Minimum Wage when you get a job
- You might be able to claim some money back for travel costs
Will I get support on Jobs Growth Wales+?
Before you go on Jobs Growth Wales+, it's a good idea to meet with a Careers Adviser who would talk to you about the type of support you need.
How can I find out more about going on Jobs Growth Wales+?
- Talk to your Careers Adviser
- Look at training provider websites
- Visit training providers
Watch the videos
Jobs Growth Wales+ learners, Maisie, Alisha and Josh
Hear learners talk about Jobs Growth Wales+.
BSL Jobs Growth Wales+ learners, Maisie, Alisha and Josh
Watch the British Sign Language version to hear learners talk about Jobs Growth Wales+.
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