15 July 2014
NHS Borders joinedSkills Development Scotland, Jobcentre Plus and Borders College to celebrate the success of 11 trainees who completed a six week pre-employment programme in a graduation ceremony at Borders College, Galashiels on July 11th 2014.
The programme provides an opportunity for unemployed people to experience working in NHS Borders. Placements have been in Care, Administration and General Services.
Jobcentre Plus identifies a number of unemployed jobseekers who are looking for work in Care, Administration or General Services. Jobcentre Plus then manages the recruitment to the course with Borders College being responsible for the administration and the delivery of components of the course. All candidates attend the NHS Borders Corporate Induction and complete the Statutory and Mandatory e-Learning modules.
With an outstanding course completion rate of 100%, the programme has been welcomed by the majority of participants. A combination of sound partnership planning and evaluation, high quality delivery and peer and professional support have all been contributing factors to the success of the programme.
- Placements have been in a variety of NHS Borders locations.Course includes training, work experience and a guaranteed interview.
- Participants gain a basic level qualification awarded by the British Computer Society.
Edwina Cameron, NHS Borders Interim Director of Workforce and Planning who presented the certificates to the successful participants is delighted to support the programme saying:
“This course provides an excellent opportunity for a number of unemployed people to develop their confidence and working skills. We look forward to the next Train to Care Programme which will commence in August 2014”.
She added: “I would like to thank the placement supervisors for their support in making the programme a success and to express my thanks to all involved.”
Representatives from all the collaborating organisations were in attendance to acknowledge the candidates’ achievements.
The programme is open to people claiming Job Seekers’ Allowance. For further information on how to apply for this programme please contact Jobcentre Plus on 0845 604 3719
