1. Developing a Training Programme for Young Workers
A presentation from Sharon Green the Head of Skills and work based learning at the University of Lincoln’s National Centre for Food Manufacturing Holbeach 1

2. Progression pathways at NCFM – current framework
Level
Progression Route 8
Doctorate 7
MSc/M.Phil Food Science/Technology by research 6
Degree Apprenticeship
BSc (Hons) ‘Top up’ from
Foundation Degree
BSc (Hons)
Food Manufacture
Quality and Technical Management or
Operations Management 5
Higher Apprenticeship
Foundation Degree in Food Manufacture
Quality and Technical Management 4
3 Advanced
Apprenticeship
Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship Programmes
2 Apprenticeship
1 Pre employment Programmes
Level 2 Apprenticeship Programmes
Tailored to employer need and designed with the employer

3. Current provision
Seamless progression for young people into vocational employment through apprenticeship routes
Highly collaborative recruitment process
Work-based learning programme delivered in partnership with employers
Flexible delivery models
Value for money

4. Messages for the Public Sector
The portfolio of courses offered by NCFM is tailored towards the Food Manufacturing sector
However, the pathway and courses are available (and in many cases suited) to PS employers – e.g. Apprenticeships in Customer Service, Business Admin and ICT)
Engaging with hard to reach young people (e.g. those not ready for an Apprenticeship) is reliant on working with employers with a community focus
Progression opportunities are available at every level with growing opportunities

5. Recruitment strategies
Company open evenings for parents/prospective learners
Support with recruitment campaigns to suit local environments
Assessment centres to support recruitment process
Collaborative selection process
Schools and college liaison with ambassador links
Work placements with value added learning
Teaching experiences
External collaboration e.g. Skills Service

6. The learner experience
Access to industry specialist tutors
Reduced cost value added learning (short courses)
Networking opportunities across sectors
Flexible learning
Work place visits and support
Access to conferences and master classes
Access to current research
Access to outstanding facilities to support company engagement
Academic progression opportunities

7. QUESTIONS ??