Industry News NFRC VQ ASSESSMENT SERVICE LAUNCHED NFRC has announced it has launched a new assessment service for a range of roofing and cladding NVQs at Levels 2, 3 and 4. It says delivery of VQs through the NFRC Assessment Service is based on the needs of the individual operative, and assessment can be done mostly on-site rather than all taking place at a college or exam centre. NFRC says on-site assessment means that the VQ assessor visits learners in the workplace, completing live assessments with the team, and this keeps written work to a minimum, and includes one-on-one professional discussions alongside witness testimonies from the operative’s site manager or colleagues. NFRC’s Careers Service says it can then support businesses to understand and access available CITB funding, to make assessment as cost neutral as possible, and the association points out businesses may be eligible to do this via CITB’s Skills and Training Fund. Firms can visit the NFRC website to find out if the NFRC Assessment Service meets their experienced worker assessment needs and how to get started. If this service isn’t the right fit, the NFRC Careers Service says it can help contractors find the right provider. Ruth Scarrott, NFRC’s Head of Careers, explained: “We are delighted to be launching this service in order to further support the roofing industry to upskill its experienced workers. Many experienced workers are now looking to gain a qualification because of the upcoming withdrawal of ‘Grandfather Rights’ as a way of obtaining a CSCS card, but even if this isn’t something your particular workforce needs, your people are worth investing in, and gaining proof of competency can be an immense source of pride and confidence.” www.nfrc.co.uk/careers/ More news, updates and interviews at www.total-contractor.co.uk SKILLBUILD ROOF SLATING AND TILING CHAMPION CROWNED! The winners of the SkillBuild National Final <strong>2023</strong> have been announced, after 78 construction trainees went head-to-head over three days of competition. SkillBuild, also known as the construction ‘skills Olympics’, is delivered by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and showcases some of the brightest talent in construction. The prestigious competition brings together highly skilled learners and apprentices to battle it out to be crowned winner of their chosen trade. Following the Regional Qualifiers, which were held at various colleges across the UK earlier this year, the National Final took place at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes on 21st–23rd November. The event attracted around 1,000 visitors, exhibiting the variety of skills and career opportunities available within the industry. Across the three days competitors were tasked with constructing a project designed by an expert panel of judges, within an 18-hour timeframe. CITB says the project tests the individual’s knowledge and skills, as well as their ability to work under pressure, ensuring they adhere to health and safety protocols. The Roof Slating and Tiling competition was won by Jacob Blight of South Devon College, with Hamish Morgan of Edinburgh College taking Jacob Blight of South Devon College with his SkillBuild trophies second place and Aeron Murray of Leeds College of Building finishing third. Tim Balcon, CITB Chief Executive, said: “I always look forward to the SkillBuild events and this year’s final at the Marshall Arena has, once again, been a brilliant success! It’s fantastic to meet all the talented individuals and hear about their career aspirations, and I’m delighted we were able to welcome so many members of the public this year, too. “At a time when the industry is going through a skills shortage, it’s vital that we support this next generation of talent and encourage them to pursue their passions. SkillBuild has the potential to make a huge difference here, transforming an interest or a hobby into a full-time career, and I’d like to thank everyone involved in making this year’s competition possible. Finally, congratulations to all the winners and everyone who competed, you should all be incredibly proud of yourselves.” 3 winners centre, l-r: Hamish Morgan, Edinburgh College (2nd place); Jacob Blight, South Devon College (1st place); Aeron Murray, Leeds College of Building (3rd place). 6 TC DECEMBER <strong>2023</strong>
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