Where can I get good apprentices, trainees, and young people for my business?
Scott McPherson of IDEAL Placements said: "Are you an employer of choice? That is the first question you must ask yourself. With the labour market so tight, you need to know what separates your business from everyone else. That is your starting point and will help market yourself to apprentices and trainees.”
“Looking internally is always a great place to start. That young person on your books doing 10 hours a week could be your next leader in your organisation. Be prepared to invest time into a young person and watch them grow and thrive."
Reaching out to local schools and government providers to invite students and participants to visit your business is a great way to showcase your business.
Proserpine State High School’s Bernadette Porter (work experience coordinator) and Shelley Simpson (Link and Launch coordinator, a program that connects Year 12 leavers who have not yet transitioned to further study, training, or work) said “pathways include work experience, offering students a taste at their chosen career and the potential to meet a future employer, and Certificate II and III training across many industries. These are precursors to apprenticeships and employment straight after finishing high school.”
“Employers can connect with schools to advertise job vacancies, training opportunities, and get involved in school events.”
The Chamber is partnering with Proserpine State High School and IDEAL Placements for the Whitsundays Job Fair (14 October).
Shelley Simpson PSHS
Berndadette Porter PSHS
Scott McPherson IDEAL Placements
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