Skills Programme

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Our Skills Programme is about providing opportunities. We work with our partners to ensure the money we invest in improving our homes also creates local jobs and provides construction skills training opportunities for people across West Salford.

A dedicated Skills Centre was officially launched in September 2009, and by March 2011 an amazing 100 jobs had already been created. 200 jobs are expected to be created for local people during its first 5 years.

In its first six months the Skills Programme has also picked up an award at the 2010 Women in Construction Awards for its innovative approach winning the 'Most Innovative Development Programme' award. The Skills Programme retained the same award for the second year running at the 2011 Women In Construction Awards.

For most recruits, the Skills Programme has resulted in full-time employment.
If this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, read more about the qualities we're looking for and the qualifications you will receive.

City West are looking for individuals who are able to demonstrate:

A positive attitude
Excellent timekeeping and attendance
Commitment, reliability and enthusiasm
A willingness to learn, listen and ask.
Honesty and trustworthiness
Respect and politeness
Neat and tidy work
Team working skills
An ability to follow instructions and cooperate with colleagues

The qualifications you will receive

During the 2 week training programme within City West we will help you to develop a number of skills and achieve a number of recognised qualifications which you will need when you start work.

This includes: