Construction firm Caxton Group and training provider Salutem have announced two new apprenticeship schemes for young people entering the construction industry.
The apprenticeships are aimed at empowering young individuals with the essential skills and knowledge required to thrive in the construction industry.
Caxton Academy’s mission is to provide practical experience combined with comprehensive classroom learning, ensuring apprentices are well-prepared and confident to step into their chosen careers.
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Caxton Group apprenticeship development manager Ivan Sharpe said: "Our apprenticeship programmes are designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world experience. We are dedicated to ensuring our apprentices gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to excel in the construction industry. By aligning with the vision of the Mayor of the West Midlands, we are committed to building a stronger future for our community.”
Salutem operations director Gemma Kemp said: “Salutem is delighted to be working with Caxton Group who share our values to deliver high quality apprenticeship training. We ensure that all students don’t just learn what is required to complete the apprenticeship, but also learn the Caxton Group way of working and practice in a safe environment. This will ensure students will be ready to hit the ground running when they go out on site”.
The launch of the apprenticeship courses coincides with the unveiling of a flagship plan by the Mayor of the West Midlands Richard Parker, to create 20,000 learning and work opportunities for young people across the region. With youth unemployment in the West Midlands double the national average, this initiative aims to provide young individuals with the best possible start in life through quality jobs, support, and career progression opportunities.
Mayor Parker said: "I want the West Midlands to be the region that gives young people the best possible start in life, with good quality jobs, the support they need to feel ready for work, and the ability to progress in their careers. Let’s work together to make the West Midlands a model for the nation by investing in our youth and therefore investing in our future.”
In alignment with this vision, the Mayor visited Glasswater Locks, a significant Birmingham-based project that Caxton Group is currently working on. This development will feature 716 contemporary apartments and duplexes spread across seven wharf blocks, along with 20,000 square feet of commercial space.
