Apprentice

Thursday March 18, 2010

A new initiative that gives young people apprenticeships at voluntary sector organisations has been launched.

The H&F Third Sector Scheme, organised by CaVSA sees 14 people, aged between 16 and 19 given the chance to learn valuable skills that could lead to permanent employment.

Apprenticeships are being taken up at organisations such as Hammersmith & Fulham Credit Union, Hestia Housing Support, the Play Association, the Bush Theatre and Albert and Friends.

CaVSA (Community and Voluntary Sector Association) is the main infrastructure support organisation for frontline third sector organisations in Hammersmith & Fulham.

Cllr Sarah Gore, cabinet member for children’s services attended the launch at the Hammersmith Novotel on Wednesday March 17. She said: "This is a fantastic scheme, giving young people tools and experiences that will stand them in good stead for the future. CaVSA is a wonderful organisation and I applaud them for this excellent initiative."