Investing in the future of construction — Apprenticeships with Paul Ruddick and Anna Clare Harper
In this episode, Anna Clare Harper finds out about construction apprenticeships in London with Paul Ruddick, Co-founder of K10, London’s largest construction-specific Apprenticeship Training Programme (ATA). Anna and Paul are joined by Peter Bannister, Senior Apprenticeship Programme Manager and George, an apprentice Site Manager on the scheme.
Anna and Paul discuss why apprenticeships are vital to address the current construction skills crisis, which is a factor limiting the supply of new buildings. Peter explains how K10’s approach offers a win/win solution for contractors and apprentices and George outlines how the K10 programme has put him on track for a £60–70k salary within seven years.
Highlights include:
How 40% of the construction workforce is due to retire within the next decade. Why taking on apprentices makes commercial sense and has a positive social impact. How the construction sector should see the industry skills shortage as an opportunity.
Resources:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/k10
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/K10socialimpact/
Instagram: @k10apprenticeships
Twitter: @K10socialimpact
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