Cyflwynwyd gan:Cllr. Nia Jeffreys
Decision:
To commit £1.1m of one-off
funding from the Covid-19 grant receipt to fund the Apprenticeships scheme, as
well as the “Cynllun Yfory” Scheme for managers and experts.
Minutes:
The report was submitted by Cllr Nia Jeffreys
DECISION
To commit
£1.1m of one-off funding from the Covid-19 grant receipt to
fund the Apprenticeships scheme, as well as the “Cynllun Yfory” Scheme
for managers and experts.
DISCUSSION
The report was presented,
noting the decision to commit £1.1m to fund the Apprenticeships Scheme, as well
as the “Cynllun Yfory” Scheme for
managers and experts. It was highlighted that these schemes
not only developed the skills of individuals but also assisted
to develop the workforce for the future.
It was noted two years ago that
the Council had earmarked an amount to fund
the Apprenticeships Scheme,
and with this money, it had been possible to appoint 35 apprentices and nine of these
had been appointed to posts within the Council. It was expressed that this scheme
had been a success and had realised more than what was planned two years ago. It was noted that the scheme had tried to encourage not only young people to take part in
the scheme but also older people.
It was noted that there was a shortage of bilingual apprenticeship provision in the county, and that
this aspect was at the forefront of the scheme. It was highlighted that the apprenticeships opportunities were in specific locations
in order to ensure the future of services.
It was also noted that the funding would contribute also to the "Cynllun Yfory" scheme
for managers and experts. It was noted that it was a scheme for graduates
which provided jobs in key locations.
It was emphasised that this scheme had existed for some
years and had proven its worth,
and it was explained that it was in-keeping with the members' vision.
Observations arising from the discussion
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It was noted that funding this scheme was essential in order to create
sustainable communities.
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The report was welcomed, and it was asked whether the apprenticeships
would lead to permanent posts within the Council. It was noted that nine had
received permanent posts and eight continued on the apprenticeships scheme. It
was noted that it was a popular scheme and that the number of candidates for
the electrician apprentice post and within the information technology field were
high.
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Both schemes were positive and there were fully supported. It was asked
whether there was support for the unsuccessful candidates. It was also asked if
there was a lot of interest, whether it would be possible create more
opportunities within the field. It was noted that there was a relationship with
providers and that they were confident that it would be possible to hold a
dialogue to guide individuals who were unsuccessful.
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Attention was
drawn to the slogan - Tai, Gwaith, Iaith
(Housing, Employment, Language) - and it was stressed that the housing action plan was in place for the housing
aspect, and that there was a need to provide support to be able to offer jobs through the medium of Welsh to individuals within the county.
Awdur:Geraint Owen
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