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Apprenticeships for Ex-Offenders
Apprenticeship Staff Support Programme
This was produced as part of the Apprenticeship Staff Support Programme,which was commissioned and funded by The Education and Training Foundation
By ignoring an ex-offender’s application, an employer may be missing the best candidate for the vacancy.
Positive attitude
Technical skills
Prison education
Honesty (yes!)
Prison discipline / routine
GOOD POINTS
Criminal record
Perception / Image
Trust from others
Lack of work experience
Lack of education
BAD POINTS
Give them an interview Do not assume what the applicant will be.
Meet them.
Have a chat with them.
Ask straight-forward questions – don’t ‘beat about the bush’.
Encourage them to speak openly.
Part of a TeamIt can be very important for an apprentice who has come from prison to adapt to a working environment. Many have never held down a job before. It is important to involve them in meetings, team decisions and social events. It will help them develop their confidence and communication skills.
Provide a mentorBy allocating a mentor to an apprentice, this gives the apprentice a key person to go to for help and support. If an employer already employs ex-offenders, they may welcome the chance to mentor a young apprentice.
Opportunity
No ex-offender expects special treatment, they just want the chance to prove themselves.
Supporting ProgressThink about the long-term goals for the apprentices and remember that long-term outcomes are just as important for ex-offenders.
Be Proud - Demonstrate achievements of ex-offenders to others. This can break down barriers and common misconceptions.