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Dylan Beedie

Dylan Beedie

Training Course/ Placement Attended

Initially I started with the Community Enteprise on the School Programme which helped to support me in the move from school to the workplace I had the chance to be involved in working outside having a taster of soft landscaping, building maintenance and learned about the safe moving and loading of equipment and materials. As part of my induction I had training in manual handling and also was able to practice for my CSCS card.

When I left the school I started the ALBA Construction programme at the Community Enterprise. When I was on the construction programme I also attended Forth Valley College: Construction Crafts one day a week where I developed skills for the construction industry like joinery, painting and decorating, plumbing and I gained the SQA Certificate in Health and Safety in a Construction Environment. When I was at the college our trainer came with us and was there to help and support us with the tasks. My trainer taught me how to use equipment safely and I learned how to mono block, kerb, how to lay foundations, basic bricklaying and I passed my abrasive wheels training.

Towards the end of the construction course I was progressed to the Personal Development Stage 2 course which lasted for 12 weeks. I worked 1 day a week on my course work and on the other 4 days I attended work experience within the Community Enterprise Contracts squad. After this stage was finished it was decided that I would benefit from progressing to the next stage, the Personal Development Stage 3 course where I was able to get work experience on a construction site in Stirling, get help applying for jobs and creating my CV. I gained a lot of skills on site and it helped me to make a decision about exactly where I wanted to work now that I had a chance to try it. I enjoyed the site work but didn’t think it was right for me.

I was then given a lot of help to apply for apprenticeships and to prepare for my interview. I was able to secure an apprenticeship I had previously applied for because my mentor suggested that I should call back the employers I had sent my CV to find out if there were any vacancies available.  It turned out that one of the employers was looking for an apprentice and I was offered the job. I completed  all my coursework and successfully achieved both my SQA awards and passed my CSCS test.

 

Why did you decide to get involved with Stirling Community Enterprise?

I was encouraged by school to attend the School Transition Programme at the Community Enterprise as I was unsure about exactly what I wanted to do when I left school.

 

Can you describe your Stirling Community Enterprise Experience?

I enjoyed my time at the Community Enteprise. All the courses were really good and I gained work experience and certificates.

 

What were the highlights of your experience?

Getting practical skills and work experience.

 

Were there any surprises?

I enjoyed the practical skills and work experience.

 

What did you gain from your Training/ Placement?

  • SQA Personal Development SCQF Level 3
  • SQA Personal Development SCQF Level 4
  • CSCS Labourers Card
  • SQA Health and Safety in a Construction Environment
  • Emergency First Aid
  • Defibrillator User
  • Site Induction
  • On site work experience
  • Employability Skills
  • CV Management

My attitude towards work changed for the better.

 

Has your Training/ Placement influenced any future career plans?

Didn’t really know what I wanted to do but knew wanted a trade and it gave tasters in different trades.

 

What advice would you give students considering becoming involved with Stirling Community Enterprise?

Get involved!

Contact Us

If you would like to get in touch with Stirling Community Enterprise, please contact us via phone, email or mail.

Address:
Community Enterprise
Kildean Hospital
146 Drip Road, Raploch
Stirling, FK8 1RW

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