Introduction
Get Ready for Work (GRfW) is a National Programme to upskill, develop and support young people wishing to access sustainable employment or further education.
The programme is available to 16-18 year olds. Trainees will receive a weekly training allowance. TIGERS provides training in construction, childcare, leisure, admin and various other sectors. All training programmes are tailored to meet individual needs. TIGERS delivers GRfW in both Glasgow and Renfrewshire.
There are 2 parts to the GRfW programme. Part 1 is training based in a dedicated centre and Part 2 is a workplacement with one of TIGERS’ employer partners. During workplacement trainees will receive “on the job” training and development to further enhance employment prospects and gain sustainable employment.
TIGERS GRfW Generic Training
The skills below will be delivered throughout all TIGERS GRFW programmes
Employability Skills
- Interview Techniques
- CV Building
- Application Forms
- Telephone Techniques
- Employer Expectations
- Listening Barriers
- Industry Awareness
- Work Placements
- Assertiveness
- Motivational Skills
- Team Building
- Confidence Building
- Communication
Employability Award
- Incorporated within TIGERS training courses, this qualification is a recognised National Progression Award in employability skills.
Core Skills
- Numeracy
- Literacy
- Working with Others
- I.T
- Problem Solving
Social Awareness
- Current Affairs / Social Issues
- Sexual Health
- Alcohol Awareness
- Communication
Administration
| Location: | Elmbank Street, Glasgow |
| Start Date: | 9th January 2012 |
| Duration: | 26 Weeks 6 Weeks (Training Centre) 20 Weeks (Work Placement) |
| Content: | Telephone Techniques Letter Writing Filing Systems PC Passport SVQ Portfolio Building |
| Sample Employer: | NHS |
| Partners: | Glasgow Housing Assocation Glasgow City Council Allied Vehicles + Reputable Private Sector Organisations |
Childcare
| Location: | Elmbank Street |
| Start Date: | 6th February 2012 |
| Duration: | 26 Weeks 10 Weeks (Training Centre) 16 Weeks (Work Placement) |
| Content: | Childhood Illnesses Child Protection Culture & Beliefs Curriculum for Excellence Practical Activities SVQ Portfolio Building Enhanced Disclosure Scotland |
| Sample Employer: | Happitots Nurseries |
| Partners: | Hyde n Seek Nurseries Munro House Nursery Small World Nurseries Jack n Jills Nursery + Reputable Private Sector Organisations |
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Construction
| Location: | North Street, Renfrewshire |
| Start Date: | 9th January 2012 |
| Duration: | 26 Weeks 8 Weeks (Training Centre) 18 Weeks (Work Placement) |
| Content: | National Unit in Work Safety CSCS Card CITB Aptitude Preperation |
| Sample Employer: | Carillion |
| Partners: | Sir Robert McAlpines Dumbreck Decorators J WIlson Power Tools First Call Plumbing Fyfe and McGrouther Lamberts + Reputable Private Sector Organisations |
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Retail
| Location: | Elmbank Street, Glasgow |
| Start Date: | 9th January 2012 |
| Duration: | 26 Weeks 8 Weeks (Training Centre) 18 Weeks (Work Placement) |
| Content: | Customer Service Stock Control Merchandising Display Security Awareness |
| Sample Employer: | Glasgow City Council |
| Partners: | New Look Junior Station + Reputable Private Sector Organisations |
Mechanics
| Location: | Glasgow / Renfrewshire |
| Duration: | 26 Weeks 8 Weeks (Training Centre) 18 Weeks (Work Placement) |
| Content: | Basic 4 Cylinder 4 Stroke Engine Combustion Cycle Producing More Power Engine Problems Brakes Systems Servicing CSCS Card |
| Sample Employer: | Phoenix Honda |
| Partners: | Phoenix Honda Phoenix Mazda Phoenix Mitsubishi Verve Allied Vehicles + Reputable Private Sector Organisations |
LES / Horticulture (Glasgow)
| Location: | Amulree Street, Glasgow |
| Start Date: | 9th January 2012 |
| Location: | Netherton, Glasgow |
How To Apply
Contact your local Careers Scotland office or contact TIGERS directly at:
Unit 27
102 Crowhill Road
Bishopbriggs
G64 1RP
Telephone: 0141 771 5200
E-Mail: office@tigersltd.co.uk
Matthew Braid - Trainee
During my time at TIGERS I gained lots of new experience, many new skills and improved on things I already knew.
I started in the Netherton Training Centre with a group of 15 including myself. Our trainer, Ryan Russell put our class off to a great start with ice-breakers and team building. This approach and Ryan's realistic approach really helped everyone to settle into the new environment.
We continued with course covering all of the CSCS Health and Safety work, National Work Safety Unit and Employability Skills. The days in the training room were structured and interesting, making the theory work easy to learn.
After finishing the course at Netherton I was given a placement at Great Gardens situated in Govanhill. While there I was given a taster of the horticulture trade and other skills such as manual handling and respect for the environment.
After the placement I was offered full time apprenticeship employment by Carillion Training Services, a joint venture between Training Initiatives and Carillion PLC. While there Ilearned various aspects of groundworkers. I learned to concrete and mono-block, Iwas also offered training in brick-laying, confined spaces and water hygiene.
I have now accepted an alternative joinery apprenticeship with West Dunbartonshire Council. I feel that the skills I have learned will continue to improve my overall performance at work and my knowledge of the construction industry.
Matthew Braid - Trainee
