Barking and Dagenham is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2023 from 6 to 12 February with a range of activities throughout the week.
National Apprenticeship Week is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of apprentices and the positive impact they make to communities, businesses, and the wider economy.
During the week, there will be a wide range of activities and events to showcase opportunities available for residents, employers and businesses including:
- Monday 6 – Council Apprenticeship information session
- Tuesday 7 – Local business apprenticeship Webinar
- Wednesday 8 – Apprenticeship Job Fair at Barking Learning Centre
- Thursday 9 – School Apprenticeship Levy information session
- Friday 10 – A celebration of learning event
Cllr Sade Bright, Cabinet Member for Employment, Skills and Aspiration, said: “Whether you are looking for work, a career, or are a business looking to recruit, National Apprenticeship Week provides an opportunity to find out more.
“There is a lot going on during the Week – job opportunities, webinars for schools and businesses, information about funding available through the Apprenticeship Levy, there is a lot for everyone. So, get involved and find out what is available.”
To find out more or to register for any of the events see details below:
For the Local business apprenticeship Webinar on 7 January, please register at: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/apprenticeship-funding-and-support-for-barking-and-dagenham-businesses-tickets-523697542447
The Apprenticeship Job Fair takes place on Wednesday, 8 February at the Barking Learning Centre from 10am to 12 noon. For further details, email vacancies@lbbd.gov.uk