Traineeship

A Government skills development work programme for 16-24 year olds, which lasts from 6 weeks to often less than 6-months, although in some cases this could be up to 12-months. This is not a job but an opportunity to learn employability and relevant vocational skills and can help prepare an individual for an apprenticeship or a job. There is no mandatory payment (wages) paid to an individual, but an employer is encouraged to pay the travel etc. expenses of an individual. https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/traineeships

  Upskilling

The process of learning new skills or improving one existing skills. There are many reasons for upskilling including: • Maintaining motivation in the workplace. • Becoming more efficient and effective in the work carried out. • Adapting to new technologies and working practices. • Satisfying a desire to continue to learn. • Preparing for a change of job role and improving chances of a successful transition. • Maintaining or enhancing professional status. • Providing a stronger, more diverse skills base. • Keeping up with change, maintaining curre

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