02 Sep Developing Young Workforce Scheme

“Gray & Adams are delighted and proud to support the Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) scheme. Gaining this Young Person’s Guarantee pledge aligns perfectly with the opening of our new training centre and shows our commitment to continue supporting the young people within our community.

We already work closely with the local schools and colleges and provide work experience for students. This gives them a great understanding of what work life is like and gives them the opportunity to gain long-term employment in a unique manufacturing industry and of course, will give them the opportunity to study and complete a modern-day apprenticeship in a variety of different disciplines across the business.

Gray & Adams has a history of providing opportunities to young people and knows how important it is to the business. It very much forms part of our commitment to continually improve the organisation year on year.

The Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) scheme plays a key part in the delivery of the Young Person’s Guarantee. This scheme will make it easier for Gray & Adams to connect with young people in schools and colleges across Scotland.

We believe it’s a team effort to support young people to prepare for the world of work and through DYW, Gray & Adams can work in partnership with education to provide young people with understanding and develop the skills they need to be successful.

Gray & Adams are fortunate to have a high number of staff who are long-serving employees, they will be able to mentor, share their knowledge, workmanship and experience with these young people.

Apprenticeships are not only valuable for our young people, but they are also key for Gray & Adams and we will continue to invest in our workforce and provide the skills our industry needs for both now and in the future.”

– David Smith, Group Quality Manager