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Vision: ‘To inspire individuals to fulfil their potential and to build excellence through effective training partnerships’ Prostart Newsletter Welcome To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart, find us on Facebook/Twitter or check-out Prostart’s website www.prostartuk.co.uk. Contents Articles Page Number Apprenticeship Reforms 2 Current Vacancies 3 Health and Safety Update 4 Equality and Diversity 5 Fund Raising & Prostart Awards 6 Health and Wellbeing 7 Employer of the Month 9 Apprentice of the Month 9 Congratulations – Awards & Achievers 10 Course Information/Update 11 Feedback/ Updates Learner Benefits 11 11 If you require this newsletter in an alternative format such as larger print, audio or different language please call us on 0115 9468182 or Email: [email protected] Welcome to the July 2017 edition of the Prostart Newsletter. We hope this continues to be a good source of news and information. If you would like to contribute to future editions please contact us at [email protected]

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Page 1: Prostart Newsletter...Prostart Newsletter Welcome To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart, find us on Facebook/Twitter or check-out Prostarts website . Contents Articles Page

Vision lsquoTo inspire individuals to fulfil their potential and to build excellence through effective training partnershipsrsquo

Prostart Newsletter

Welcome

To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart find us on FacebookTwitter or check-out Prostartrsquos website wwwprostartukcouk

Contents

Articles Page Number

Apprenticeship Reforms 2 Current Vacancies 3

Health and Safety Update 4 Equality and Diversity 5 Fund Raising amp Prostart Awards 6 Health and Wellbeing 7 Employer of the Month 9 Apprentice of the Month 9 Congratulations ndash Awards amp Achievers 10 Course InformationUpdate 11 Feedback Updates Learner Benefits

11 11

If you require this newsletter in an alternative format such as larger print audio or different language

please call us on 0115 9468182 or Email infoProstartukcouk

Welcome to the July 2017 edition of the Prostart Newsletter

We hope this continues to be a good source of news and information If you would like to contribute to future editions please contact us at infoprostartukcouk

wwwprostartukcouk Page 2 of 11

News

In 2017 Apprenticeships were reformed and there has been a lot of changes which have impacted on the way Prostart will work going forward including- the introduction of The Apprenticeship Levy The Funding model The Digital Apprenticeship Service and the introduction of Standard and Assessment Plans to replace Frameworks A mandatory requirement of the new Standards for apprenticeships is the 20 off the job training element ldquoOff-the-job training is defined as learning which is undertaken outside of the normal day-today working environment and leads towards the achievement of an apprenticeship This can include training that is delivered at the apprenticersquos normal place of work but must not be delivered as part of their normal working dutiesrdquo

The off-the-job training must be directly relevant to the apprenticeship framework or standard and could include

ldquoThe teaching of theory (for example lectures role playing simulation exercises online learning manufacturer training)

ldquoPractical training shadowing mentoring industry visits and attendance at competitions

Learning support and time spent writing assessmentsassignmentsrdquo

Off-the-job training does not include

ldquoIt cannot include time spent on English and maths or on training to acquire skills knowledge and behaviours that are not required in the standard or frameworkrdquo

ldquoprogress reviews or on-programme assessment required for an apprenticeship framework or standard

ldquotraining which takes place outside the apprenticersquos paid working hoursrdquo

Evidencing the off-the-job-ldquoThe evidence pack must among other things listed in the funding rulescontain

ldquoEvidence to support the funding claimed and must be available to us if we need it This must include details of how the 20 per cent lsquooff-the-jobrsquo training excluding English and maths will be quantified and delivered

ldquodetails of employment including the name of the employer and the agreed contracted hours of employment including paid training and 20 per cent lsquooff-the-jobrsquo time the total planned length of the apprenticeshiprdquo

In order to meet this requirement Prostart are working on designing all new training programmes in line with the standards which will include a timetable of monthly off the job training for all Apprentices

The full guidance for off the job training can be found here httpswwwgovukgovernmentuploadssystemuploadsattachment_datafile621565OTJ_training_guidancepdf

Apprenticeship News ndash for further news about Apprenticeships

httpwwwapprenticeshipsnewscouk

wwwprostartukcouk Page 3 of 11

Current Vacancies

Current Vacancies

For further details on any of the vacancies detailed above please contact our Recruitment Team on 0115 9468185 or LawrenceTurtonProstartukcouk

ApprenticeshipPosition Company District

Business Administration Medical Practice Burton Joyce

Business Administration Medical Practice Radford

Business Administration NHS Kirkby-in-Ashfield

Business Administration NHS Nottingham

Business Administration NHS Retford

Business Administration NHS Arnold

Business Administration NHS Mapperley

Business Administration Training Provider Ilkeston

Business Administration x 2 Mobile Provider Nottingham City

Business Administration Fire Safety Netherfield Nottingham

Warehousing Fire Safety Netherfield Nottingham

Warehousing Confectionary Nottingham

Warehousing NHS Derby

Interview Tip

Learn how to listen Job seekers are so caught up in conveying a certain message and image to the employer that they often fail to listen

ldquoPowerful listening is a coaching tool as well as an amazing skill to have in your liferdquo

ldquoThe art of conversation lies in knowing how to listen-- and the same applies to job interviews Know when to talk when to stop talking and when to ask questionsrdquo

When you practicing for interviews donrsquot just rehearse your answers to questions like ldquocan you tell me about yourselfrdquo ldquowhy do you want this jobrdquo and ldquowhat are your greatest strengths and weaknessesrdquo Practice listening carefully and closely without interrupting

Source Forbes

wwwprostartukcouk Page 4 of 11

Health amp Safety - News

Leading safety bodies and practitioners have jointly called on the UK government to halt deregulation of safety and health legislation in light of last weekrsquos Grenfell Tower fire

In an open letter to Prime Minister Theresa May more than 70 leading organisations and figures from the UKrsquos safety and health profession including IOSH the British Safety Council and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents have asked her to ldquoscrap the governmentrsquos approach to health and safety deregulation and think againrdquo

The group has also pressed the Government to complete its review of Part B of the Building Regulations 2010 ndash the regulations which cover fire safety in and around buildings in England ndash as a matter of urgency and to focus on improving safety in the forthcoming parliament

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) International Institute of Risk amp Safety Management (IIRSM) National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) Trades Union Congress (TUC) and Unite the union have also backed the letter alongside senior OSH professionals from organisations including Park Health and Safety Skanska and Thames Water

ldquoWe believe it is totally unacceptable for residents members of the public and our emergency services to be exposed to this level of preventable risk in modern-day Britainrdquo the letter states

ldquoAt this crucial time of national reflection and sorrow we urge all politicians to re-emphasise the need for effective health and safety regulation and competent fire risk management These are fundamental to saving lives and sustaining our communities

ldquoWe believe it is vital that this disaster marks a turning point for improved fire safety awareness and wider appreciation that good health and safety is an investment not a costrdquo

The fire at the 24-storey Grenfell Tower public housing block on 14 June gutted the majority of the building 79 people are listed as dead or missing Fire experts have drawn attention to the fact that part B of the Building Regulations 2010 has not been thoroughly reviewed since 2006 though most other parts of the regulations have been revised at two-yearly intervals

In calling on the government to complete its review of Part B the signatories add

ldquoTogether we offer our organisationsrsquo support in undertaking the review ndash we all have valuable links to experts in this area who can advise on best regulatory outcomes In the meantime we welcome the governmentrsquos commitment to act and to implement the interim findings of the forthcoming public inquiry

ldquoYou have it in your power to remove immediately a further risk to people at work and outside of the workplace ndash unwise deregulation ndash which threatens public and worker safetyrdquo

The letter has been posted on at the IOSH site where additional signatories are invited

Source httpswwwioshmagazinecom

wwwprostartukcouk Page 5 of 11

Equality amp Diversity News amp Events

The Social Model of Disability

Many of you will already know this book maybe from your own childhood or indeed by reading it to your own children Whatever your reasons for knowing this book Winnie the Witch has been a firm classic across the generations but did you know it had a hidden meaning The book is enjoyed by children and adults alike but who would of thought that you could use this as a tool to teach the social model of disability

Letrsquos explainhellip When they created Winnie the Witch Korky Paul as illustrator and Valerie Thomas as author produced a fun way for children to learn about colour They also created a unique and valuable tool for teaching children and many adults too about different ways of thinking about the social model of disability Herersquos how the story goes In this reading of the story

Winnie represents society the house represents the environment Wilbur represents people with impairments or differences the birds represent attitudes of everybody else in society

What is the problem Winnie finds Wilbur a problem because his black fur cant be seen in her black house He gets in the way We say Society treats disabled people as a problem

Fixing disabled people Winnie uses her skills to change Wilbur a little thinking a green Wilbur will be less trouble in her black house She doesnt ask if he wants to be green because she thinks she knows best We say Society tries to change or fix individuals with impairments or differences even when they are not ill or in pain

What is normal Wilbur is still a problem Winnie makes another bigger change to Wilbur but makes Wilbur very unhappy because he wants to be himself Winnie has created an attitude that lets even the birds think they can laugh at Wilbur We say People with impairments or differences dont want to be changed to fit in to normal society They want to be themselves equals just as they are taking part and contributing to society The wrong change creates social attitudes that lead to individuals being treated disrespectfully just as the right change can make sure everyone is equal and respected

Change society Winnie decides to change her house and keep Wilbur as he is They can both live happily in the colourful house We say Changes in society remove barriers for everybody The moral of the story is it is better to change our environment and attitudes rather than try to change people with impairments or differences

Winnie the Witch by Valerie Thomas (Oxford University Press 1987) illustrations copyright copy Korky Paul 1987

Information taken from wwwscopeorguk Religious Festivals and Holidays January - March 2017

httpwwwbbccouktimelinesz2j8d2p

For a full list of awareness days for 2017 please go to ndash

httpswwwawarenessdayscouk

wwwprostartukcouk Page 6 of 11

Raffle for the Air Ambulance

Prostart raised pound647 for the Childrens Air Ambulance

at the Prostart Awards on the 30th of June

Thank you to everyone who bought raffle tickets there were some amazing

prizes this year sourced by Prostart staff members special mention goes to

Nina Ricci who worked hard to get a number of these prizes

For more information about the Childrens Air Ambulance or to donate directly -httpswwwchildrensairambulanceorgukgclid=CKOUlZ-kv9MCFUGVGwodjKELGQ If you are taking part in any charityawareness event please share your story with us

Here are a few photos from the Prostartrsquos Awards night A special edition newsletter about the Awards

will follow shortly To see more photos please go to Prostartrsquos Facebook page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 7 of 11

Health amp Wellbeing - Food of the Month

Denisersquos (Healthy Food in the spotlight)

Broccoli High level of Potassium

Amount Minerals Vitamins

Half cup of broccoli

cooked with no

added salt contains

186 grams protein

27 calories and 26

grams dietary fibre

Potassium - 229 mg

Phosphorus - 52 mg

Calcium - 31 mg

Sodium - 32 mg

Magnesium - 16 mg

Iron - 052 mg

Zinc - 035 mg

Copper - 0048 mg

Manganese - 0151 mg

Selenium - 12 mcg

Also contains small amounts of other

minerals

Vitamin A - 1207 IU

Vitamin C - 506 mg

Niacin - 0431 mg

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) - 0049 mg

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) - 0096 mg

Vitamin B6 - 0156 mg

Pantothenic Acid - 048 mg

Folate - 84 mcg

Vitamin K - 110 mcg

Vitamin E - 113 mg

Contains some other vitamins in small

amounts

Potassium is essential for the bodyrsquos growth and maintenance It is necessary to keep a normal water balance between the cells and body fluids Potassium plays an essential role in proper heart function Deficiency may cause muscular cramps twitching and weakness irregular heartbeat insomnia kidney and lung failure

Health amp Wellbeing Instagram is rated as the worst social media platform when it comes to its impact on young peoples mental health a UK snapshot survey suggests

The poll asked 1479 people aged 14-24 to score popular apps on issues such as anxiety depression loneliness bullying and body image Instagram said keeping the platform a safe and supportive place for young people was a top priority Mental health charities urged companies to act to increase users safety

Inadequacy and anxiety The Royal Society for Public Health study says social platforms should flag up heavy social media use and identify users with mental health issues Instagram says it provides tools and information on how to cope with bullying and warns users before they view certain content

The RSPH report says that social media may be fuelling a mental health crisis in young people

However it can also be used as a tool for good the report said Instagram for example was found to have a positive effect on self-expression and self-identity About 90 of young people use social media - more than any other age group - so they are particularly vulnerable to its effects although it is not clear what these are on current evidence The online survey asked participants a series of questions about whether YouTube Instagram Snapchat Facebook and

wwwprostartukcouk Page 8 of 11

Twitter had an impact on their health and well-being Participants were asked to score each platform on 14 health and well-being issues

Based on these ratings YouTube was considered to have the most positive impact on mental health followed by Twitter and then Facebook

Snapchat and Instagram were given the lowest scores overall Wild West Shirley Cramer chief executive of the RSPH said It is interesting to see Instagram and

Snapchat ranking as the worst for mental health and well-being - both platforms are very image-focused and it appears they may be driving feelings of inadequacy and anxiety in young people

In light of the findings public health experts are calling for social media platforms to introduce a series of checks and measures to help tackle mental health including

Pop-ups warning people that they have used social media for a long time (supported by 70 of young people surveyed)

Social media platforms identifying users with mental health problems and discreetly signposting places they can get support

Platforms highlighting when photos have been digitally manipulated - for example fashion brands celebrities and other advertising organisations could sign up to a voluntary code allowing a small icon to be displayed on digitally altered photos

The report also recommends that NHS England comes up with a vetting scheme for health and well-being information so young people are better able to judge whether information is trustworthy

Ms Cramer added As the evidence grows that there may be potential harms from heavy use of social media and as we upgrade the status of mental health within society it is important that we have checks and balances in place to make social media less of a wild West when it comes to young peoples mental health and well-being

Tom Madders from mental health charity YoungMinds said the recommendations could help many young people

Increasing safety within social media platforms is an important step and one we urge Instagram and other sites to act upon

But its also important to recognise that simply protecting young people from particular content types can never be the whole solution

He said young people needed to understand the risks of how they behaved online and should be taught how to respond to harmful content that slips through filters

Michelle Napchan Instagram head of policy said Keeping Instagram a safe and supportive place where people feel comfortable expressing themselves is our top priority - particularly when it comes to young people

Every day people from all over the world use Instagram to share their own mental health journey and get support from the community For those struggling with mental health issues we want them to be able to access support on Instagram when and where they need it

Thats why we work in partnership with experts to give people the tools and information they need while using the app including how to report content get support for a friend they are worried about or directly contact an expert to ask for advice on an issue they may be struggling with

httpsyoungmindsorgukgclid=CPfW5pbU29QCFe2d7QodUzEOuQ

wwwprostartukcouk Page 9 of 11

Employer of the Month

SV Timber is an independent wood merchant based in Ilkeston Derbyshire

SV Timber have worked with Prostart for several years recruiting both

Apprenticersquos and also to train existing members of staff During this time

an excellent working relationship has been developed between the

companies

All members of staff are encouraged to develop themselves and obtain

qualifications including Forklift Truck Training and Saw Machinery

licences in addition to NVQrsquos and Apprenticeships

Over the past 6 months SV Timber have given the Apprentices time to work off the job to develop their

Maths and English to achieve their Apprenticeships

httpswwwsvtimbercouk

Apprentice of the Month

Owen Saunders Johnson is the learner of the month Owen works at the

Eastcroft Depot for Nottingham City Council Owen is an Administration

Apprentice working towards his level 2 qualification Owen has now been in

this role for 6 months and during that time he has broken his foot whilst

playing football but still continued to work

Owen has developed his skills and through his own hard work and initiative he

has now been asked to work on a several projects to develop the way the

organisation presents data

Owen demonstrates what an apprentice can bring

to an organisation with his skills and fresh outlook

wwwprostartukcouk Page 10 of 11

Congratulations to the following learnershellip

Name Level Qualification Achieved

Barker Kylie AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Batterbee Jordan IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Brown Klara Asantewaa IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Clegg John William AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Fisher Adam AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Ford Norma Helen AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Gordon Sharnie IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Henry-Reid Tiarna IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Hillier Abigail Caitlin IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Khan Shazia IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Morton Pamela AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Munyakare Munashe IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Shearman Matthew IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Siddique Saria IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Storrar Lauren May IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Wasim Saliah AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Waplington Laura IntApp Certificate in Accounting

Warburton Marion IntApp Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills

Broughton Sam AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Knowles Jamie AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Mann Sebastian AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Bania Lucy HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Longbottom Samantha Jane HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Bethan Easter

receiving her

Functional Skills ICT

Level 1 Certificate

Pamela Morton

receiving her ICT

Maths Level 2

Certificate

wwwprostartukcouk Page 11 of 11

Training Opportunities

PROSTARTrsquoS TRAINING PROGRAMME UPDATE Did you know that Prostart is now an Institute for Leadership amp Management (ILM) centre If you are interested in finding out more about these qualifications please contact Nina Ricci- ninaricciprostartukcouk

Prostart now have a timetable for off the job training sessions for the Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 Administration Programme This programme is foundation degree level and these sessions are to assist you to gain the knowledge needed for the assignment writing These sessions start at 9am and finish at 230pm and are held at Prostart offices in Long Eaton

For further information or to book onto this training please contact Tony Start ndash tonystartprostartukcouk

Feedback to us Pleasehellip

We hope you have enjoyed this newsletter we really appreciate all the feedback we receive and we would welcome your feedback on this newsletter too please click the link below to complete this really quick survey

httpswwwsurveymonkeycoukr9H2MMSM

Learner Benefits ndash Did you

know

As an Apprentice you are entitled to various benefits and discounts through the National Union of Studentsrsquo Apprentice Extra discount card This card has discounts available on travel sport books and DVD technology mobile and broadband as well as fashion beauty and going out The card costs pound11 and is valid for 12 months To apply please visit the link below

httpwwwapprenticeextracouk

If you have any questions about the content of this newsletter or need to get in touch

with us about anything else please contact us on 0115 9468182

Page 2: Prostart Newsletter...Prostart Newsletter Welcome To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart, find us on Facebook/Twitter or check-out Prostarts website . Contents Articles Page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 2 of 11

News

In 2017 Apprenticeships were reformed and there has been a lot of changes which have impacted on the way Prostart will work going forward including- the introduction of The Apprenticeship Levy The Funding model The Digital Apprenticeship Service and the introduction of Standard and Assessment Plans to replace Frameworks A mandatory requirement of the new Standards for apprenticeships is the 20 off the job training element ldquoOff-the-job training is defined as learning which is undertaken outside of the normal day-today working environment and leads towards the achievement of an apprenticeship This can include training that is delivered at the apprenticersquos normal place of work but must not be delivered as part of their normal working dutiesrdquo

The off-the-job training must be directly relevant to the apprenticeship framework or standard and could include

ldquoThe teaching of theory (for example lectures role playing simulation exercises online learning manufacturer training)

ldquoPractical training shadowing mentoring industry visits and attendance at competitions

Learning support and time spent writing assessmentsassignmentsrdquo

Off-the-job training does not include

ldquoIt cannot include time spent on English and maths or on training to acquire skills knowledge and behaviours that are not required in the standard or frameworkrdquo

ldquoprogress reviews or on-programme assessment required for an apprenticeship framework or standard

ldquotraining which takes place outside the apprenticersquos paid working hoursrdquo

Evidencing the off-the-job-ldquoThe evidence pack must among other things listed in the funding rulescontain

ldquoEvidence to support the funding claimed and must be available to us if we need it This must include details of how the 20 per cent lsquooff-the-jobrsquo training excluding English and maths will be quantified and delivered

ldquodetails of employment including the name of the employer and the agreed contracted hours of employment including paid training and 20 per cent lsquooff-the-jobrsquo time the total planned length of the apprenticeshiprdquo

In order to meet this requirement Prostart are working on designing all new training programmes in line with the standards which will include a timetable of monthly off the job training for all Apprentices

The full guidance for off the job training can be found here httpswwwgovukgovernmentuploadssystemuploadsattachment_datafile621565OTJ_training_guidancepdf

Apprenticeship News ndash for further news about Apprenticeships

httpwwwapprenticeshipsnewscouk

wwwprostartukcouk Page 3 of 11

Current Vacancies

Current Vacancies

For further details on any of the vacancies detailed above please contact our Recruitment Team on 0115 9468185 or LawrenceTurtonProstartukcouk

ApprenticeshipPosition Company District

Business Administration Medical Practice Burton Joyce

Business Administration Medical Practice Radford

Business Administration NHS Kirkby-in-Ashfield

Business Administration NHS Nottingham

Business Administration NHS Retford

Business Administration NHS Arnold

Business Administration NHS Mapperley

Business Administration Training Provider Ilkeston

Business Administration x 2 Mobile Provider Nottingham City

Business Administration Fire Safety Netherfield Nottingham

Warehousing Fire Safety Netherfield Nottingham

Warehousing Confectionary Nottingham

Warehousing NHS Derby

Interview Tip

Learn how to listen Job seekers are so caught up in conveying a certain message and image to the employer that they often fail to listen

ldquoPowerful listening is a coaching tool as well as an amazing skill to have in your liferdquo

ldquoThe art of conversation lies in knowing how to listen-- and the same applies to job interviews Know when to talk when to stop talking and when to ask questionsrdquo

When you practicing for interviews donrsquot just rehearse your answers to questions like ldquocan you tell me about yourselfrdquo ldquowhy do you want this jobrdquo and ldquowhat are your greatest strengths and weaknessesrdquo Practice listening carefully and closely without interrupting

Source Forbes

wwwprostartukcouk Page 4 of 11

Health amp Safety - News

Leading safety bodies and practitioners have jointly called on the UK government to halt deregulation of safety and health legislation in light of last weekrsquos Grenfell Tower fire

In an open letter to Prime Minister Theresa May more than 70 leading organisations and figures from the UKrsquos safety and health profession including IOSH the British Safety Council and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents have asked her to ldquoscrap the governmentrsquos approach to health and safety deregulation and think againrdquo

The group has also pressed the Government to complete its review of Part B of the Building Regulations 2010 ndash the regulations which cover fire safety in and around buildings in England ndash as a matter of urgency and to focus on improving safety in the forthcoming parliament

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) International Institute of Risk amp Safety Management (IIRSM) National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) Trades Union Congress (TUC) and Unite the union have also backed the letter alongside senior OSH professionals from organisations including Park Health and Safety Skanska and Thames Water

ldquoWe believe it is totally unacceptable for residents members of the public and our emergency services to be exposed to this level of preventable risk in modern-day Britainrdquo the letter states

ldquoAt this crucial time of national reflection and sorrow we urge all politicians to re-emphasise the need for effective health and safety regulation and competent fire risk management These are fundamental to saving lives and sustaining our communities

ldquoWe believe it is vital that this disaster marks a turning point for improved fire safety awareness and wider appreciation that good health and safety is an investment not a costrdquo

The fire at the 24-storey Grenfell Tower public housing block on 14 June gutted the majority of the building 79 people are listed as dead or missing Fire experts have drawn attention to the fact that part B of the Building Regulations 2010 has not been thoroughly reviewed since 2006 though most other parts of the regulations have been revised at two-yearly intervals

In calling on the government to complete its review of Part B the signatories add

ldquoTogether we offer our organisationsrsquo support in undertaking the review ndash we all have valuable links to experts in this area who can advise on best regulatory outcomes In the meantime we welcome the governmentrsquos commitment to act and to implement the interim findings of the forthcoming public inquiry

ldquoYou have it in your power to remove immediately a further risk to people at work and outside of the workplace ndash unwise deregulation ndash which threatens public and worker safetyrdquo

The letter has been posted on at the IOSH site where additional signatories are invited

Source httpswwwioshmagazinecom

wwwprostartukcouk Page 5 of 11

Equality amp Diversity News amp Events

The Social Model of Disability

Many of you will already know this book maybe from your own childhood or indeed by reading it to your own children Whatever your reasons for knowing this book Winnie the Witch has been a firm classic across the generations but did you know it had a hidden meaning The book is enjoyed by children and adults alike but who would of thought that you could use this as a tool to teach the social model of disability

Letrsquos explainhellip When they created Winnie the Witch Korky Paul as illustrator and Valerie Thomas as author produced a fun way for children to learn about colour They also created a unique and valuable tool for teaching children and many adults too about different ways of thinking about the social model of disability Herersquos how the story goes In this reading of the story

Winnie represents society the house represents the environment Wilbur represents people with impairments or differences the birds represent attitudes of everybody else in society

What is the problem Winnie finds Wilbur a problem because his black fur cant be seen in her black house He gets in the way We say Society treats disabled people as a problem

Fixing disabled people Winnie uses her skills to change Wilbur a little thinking a green Wilbur will be less trouble in her black house She doesnt ask if he wants to be green because she thinks she knows best We say Society tries to change or fix individuals with impairments or differences even when they are not ill or in pain

What is normal Wilbur is still a problem Winnie makes another bigger change to Wilbur but makes Wilbur very unhappy because he wants to be himself Winnie has created an attitude that lets even the birds think they can laugh at Wilbur We say People with impairments or differences dont want to be changed to fit in to normal society They want to be themselves equals just as they are taking part and contributing to society The wrong change creates social attitudes that lead to individuals being treated disrespectfully just as the right change can make sure everyone is equal and respected

Change society Winnie decides to change her house and keep Wilbur as he is They can both live happily in the colourful house We say Changes in society remove barriers for everybody The moral of the story is it is better to change our environment and attitudes rather than try to change people with impairments or differences

Winnie the Witch by Valerie Thomas (Oxford University Press 1987) illustrations copyright copy Korky Paul 1987

Information taken from wwwscopeorguk Religious Festivals and Holidays January - March 2017

httpwwwbbccouktimelinesz2j8d2p

For a full list of awareness days for 2017 please go to ndash

httpswwwawarenessdayscouk

wwwprostartukcouk Page 6 of 11

Raffle for the Air Ambulance

Prostart raised pound647 for the Childrens Air Ambulance

at the Prostart Awards on the 30th of June

Thank you to everyone who bought raffle tickets there were some amazing

prizes this year sourced by Prostart staff members special mention goes to

Nina Ricci who worked hard to get a number of these prizes

For more information about the Childrens Air Ambulance or to donate directly -httpswwwchildrensairambulanceorgukgclid=CKOUlZ-kv9MCFUGVGwodjKELGQ If you are taking part in any charityawareness event please share your story with us

Here are a few photos from the Prostartrsquos Awards night A special edition newsletter about the Awards

will follow shortly To see more photos please go to Prostartrsquos Facebook page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 7 of 11

Health amp Wellbeing - Food of the Month

Denisersquos (Healthy Food in the spotlight)

Broccoli High level of Potassium

Amount Minerals Vitamins

Half cup of broccoli

cooked with no

added salt contains

186 grams protein

27 calories and 26

grams dietary fibre

Potassium - 229 mg

Phosphorus - 52 mg

Calcium - 31 mg

Sodium - 32 mg

Magnesium - 16 mg

Iron - 052 mg

Zinc - 035 mg

Copper - 0048 mg

Manganese - 0151 mg

Selenium - 12 mcg

Also contains small amounts of other

minerals

Vitamin A - 1207 IU

Vitamin C - 506 mg

Niacin - 0431 mg

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) - 0049 mg

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) - 0096 mg

Vitamin B6 - 0156 mg

Pantothenic Acid - 048 mg

Folate - 84 mcg

Vitamin K - 110 mcg

Vitamin E - 113 mg

Contains some other vitamins in small

amounts

Potassium is essential for the bodyrsquos growth and maintenance It is necessary to keep a normal water balance between the cells and body fluids Potassium plays an essential role in proper heart function Deficiency may cause muscular cramps twitching and weakness irregular heartbeat insomnia kidney and lung failure

Health amp Wellbeing Instagram is rated as the worst social media platform when it comes to its impact on young peoples mental health a UK snapshot survey suggests

The poll asked 1479 people aged 14-24 to score popular apps on issues such as anxiety depression loneliness bullying and body image Instagram said keeping the platform a safe and supportive place for young people was a top priority Mental health charities urged companies to act to increase users safety

Inadequacy and anxiety The Royal Society for Public Health study says social platforms should flag up heavy social media use and identify users with mental health issues Instagram says it provides tools and information on how to cope with bullying and warns users before they view certain content

The RSPH report says that social media may be fuelling a mental health crisis in young people

However it can also be used as a tool for good the report said Instagram for example was found to have a positive effect on self-expression and self-identity About 90 of young people use social media - more than any other age group - so they are particularly vulnerable to its effects although it is not clear what these are on current evidence The online survey asked participants a series of questions about whether YouTube Instagram Snapchat Facebook and

wwwprostartukcouk Page 8 of 11

Twitter had an impact on their health and well-being Participants were asked to score each platform on 14 health and well-being issues

Based on these ratings YouTube was considered to have the most positive impact on mental health followed by Twitter and then Facebook

Snapchat and Instagram were given the lowest scores overall Wild West Shirley Cramer chief executive of the RSPH said It is interesting to see Instagram and

Snapchat ranking as the worst for mental health and well-being - both platforms are very image-focused and it appears they may be driving feelings of inadequacy and anxiety in young people

In light of the findings public health experts are calling for social media platforms to introduce a series of checks and measures to help tackle mental health including

Pop-ups warning people that they have used social media for a long time (supported by 70 of young people surveyed)

Social media platforms identifying users with mental health problems and discreetly signposting places they can get support

Platforms highlighting when photos have been digitally manipulated - for example fashion brands celebrities and other advertising organisations could sign up to a voluntary code allowing a small icon to be displayed on digitally altered photos

The report also recommends that NHS England comes up with a vetting scheme for health and well-being information so young people are better able to judge whether information is trustworthy

Ms Cramer added As the evidence grows that there may be potential harms from heavy use of social media and as we upgrade the status of mental health within society it is important that we have checks and balances in place to make social media less of a wild West when it comes to young peoples mental health and well-being

Tom Madders from mental health charity YoungMinds said the recommendations could help many young people

Increasing safety within social media platforms is an important step and one we urge Instagram and other sites to act upon

But its also important to recognise that simply protecting young people from particular content types can never be the whole solution

He said young people needed to understand the risks of how they behaved online and should be taught how to respond to harmful content that slips through filters

Michelle Napchan Instagram head of policy said Keeping Instagram a safe and supportive place where people feel comfortable expressing themselves is our top priority - particularly when it comes to young people

Every day people from all over the world use Instagram to share their own mental health journey and get support from the community For those struggling with mental health issues we want them to be able to access support on Instagram when and where they need it

Thats why we work in partnership with experts to give people the tools and information they need while using the app including how to report content get support for a friend they are worried about or directly contact an expert to ask for advice on an issue they may be struggling with

httpsyoungmindsorgukgclid=CPfW5pbU29QCFe2d7QodUzEOuQ

wwwprostartukcouk Page 9 of 11

Employer of the Month

SV Timber is an independent wood merchant based in Ilkeston Derbyshire

SV Timber have worked with Prostart for several years recruiting both

Apprenticersquos and also to train existing members of staff During this time

an excellent working relationship has been developed between the

companies

All members of staff are encouraged to develop themselves and obtain

qualifications including Forklift Truck Training and Saw Machinery

licences in addition to NVQrsquos and Apprenticeships

Over the past 6 months SV Timber have given the Apprentices time to work off the job to develop their

Maths and English to achieve their Apprenticeships

httpswwwsvtimbercouk

Apprentice of the Month

Owen Saunders Johnson is the learner of the month Owen works at the

Eastcroft Depot for Nottingham City Council Owen is an Administration

Apprentice working towards his level 2 qualification Owen has now been in

this role for 6 months and during that time he has broken his foot whilst

playing football but still continued to work

Owen has developed his skills and through his own hard work and initiative he

has now been asked to work on a several projects to develop the way the

organisation presents data

Owen demonstrates what an apprentice can bring

to an organisation with his skills and fresh outlook

wwwprostartukcouk Page 10 of 11

Congratulations to the following learnershellip

Name Level Qualification Achieved

Barker Kylie AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Batterbee Jordan IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Brown Klara Asantewaa IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Clegg John William AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Fisher Adam AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Ford Norma Helen AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Gordon Sharnie IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Henry-Reid Tiarna IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Hillier Abigail Caitlin IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Khan Shazia IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Morton Pamela AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Munyakare Munashe IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Shearman Matthew IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Siddique Saria IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Storrar Lauren May IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Wasim Saliah AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Waplington Laura IntApp Certificate in Accounting

Warburton Marion IntApp Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills

Broughton Sam AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Knowles Jamie AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Mann Sebastian AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Bania Lucy HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Longbottom Samantha Jane HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Bethan Easter

receiving her

Functional Skills ICT

Level 1 Certificate

Pamela Morton

receiving her ICT

Maths Level 2

Certificate

wwwprostartukcouk Page 11 of 11

Training Opportunities

PROSTARTrsquoS TRAINING PROGRAMME UPDATE Did you know that Prostart is now an Institute for Leadership amp Management (ILM) centre If you are interested in finding out more about these qualifications please contact Nina Ricci- ninaricciprostartukcouk

Prostart now have a timetable for off the job training sessions for the Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 Administration Programme This programme is foundation degree level and these sessions are to assist you to gain the knowledge needed for the assignment writing These sessions start at 9am and finish at 230pm and are held at Prostart offices in Long Eaton

For further information or to book onto this training please contact Tony Start ndash tonystartprostartukcouk

Feedback to us Pleasehellip

We hope you have enjoyed this newsletter we really appreciate all the feedback we receive and we would welcome your feedback on this newsletter too please click the link below to complete this really quick survey

httpswwwsurveymonkeycoukr9H2MMSM

Learner Benefits ndash Did you

know

As an Apprentice you are entitled to various benefits and discounts through the National Union of Studentsrsquo Apprentice Extra discount card This card has discounts available on travel sport books and DVD technology mobile and broadband as well as fashion beauty and going out The card costs pound11 and is valid for 12 months To apply please visit the link below

httpwwwapprenticeextracouk

If you have any questions about the content of this newsletter or need to get in touch

with us about anything else please contact us on 0115 9468182

Page 3: Prostart Newsletter...Prostart Newsletter Welcome To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart, find us on Facebook/Twitter or check-out Prostarts website . Contents Articles Page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 3 of 11

Current Vacancies

Current Vacancies

For further details on any of the vacancies detailed above please contact our Recruitment Team on 0115 9468185 or LawrenceTurtonProstartukcouk

ApprenticeshipPosition Company District

Business Administration Medical Practice Burton Joyce

Business Administration Medical Practice Radford

Business Administration NHS Kirkby-in-Ashfield

Business Administration NHS Nottingham

Business Administration NHS Retford

Business Administration NHS Arnold

Business Administration NHS Mapperley

Business Administration Training Provider Ilkeston

Business Administration x 2 Mobile Provider Nottingham City

Business Administration Fire Safety Netherfield Nottingham

Warehousing Fire Safety Netherfield Nottingham

Warehousing Confectionary Nottingham

Warehousing NHS Derby

Interview Tip

Learn how to listen Job seekers are so caught up in conveying a certain message and image to the employer that they often fail to listen

ldquoPowerful listening is a coaching tool as well as an amazing skill to have in your liferdquo

ldquoThe art of conversation lies in knowing how to listen-- and the same applies to job interviews Know when to talk when to stop talking and when to ask questionsrdquo

When you practicing for interviews donrsquot just rehearse your answers to questions like ldquocan you tell me about yourselfrdquo ldquowhy do you want this jobrdquo and ldquowhat are your greatest strengths and weaknessesrdquo Practice listening carefully and closely without interrupting

Source Forbes

wwwprostartukcouk Page 4 of 11

Health amp Safety - News

Leading safety bodies and practitioners have jointly called on the UK government to halt deregulation of safety and health legislation in light of last weekrsquos Grenfell Tower fire

In an open letter to Prime Minister Theresa May more than 70 leading organisations and figures from the UKrsquos safety and health profession including IOSH the British Safety Council and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents have asked her to ldquoscrap the governmentrsquos approach to health and safety deregulation and think againrdquo

The group has also pressed the Government to complete its review of Part B of the Building Regulations 2010 ndash the regulations which cover fire safety in and around buildings in England ndash as a matter of urgency and to focus on improving safety in the forthcoming parliament

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) International Institute of Risk amp Safety Management (IIRSM) National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) Trades Union Congress (TUC) and Unite the union have also backed the letter alongside senior OSH professionals from organisations including Park Health and Safety Skanska and Thames Water

ldquoWe believe it is totally unacceptable for residents members of the public and our emergency services to be exposed to this level of preventable risk in modern-day Britainrdquo the letter states

ldquoAt this crucial time of national reflection and sorrow we urge all politicians to re-emphasise the need for effective health and safety regulation and competent fire risk management These are fundamental to saving lives and sustaining our communities

ldquoWe believe it is vital that this disaster marks a turning point for improved fire safety awareness and wider appreciation that good health and safety is an investment not a costrdquo

The fire at the 24-storey Grenfell Tower public housing block on 14 June gutted the majority of the building 79 people are listed as dead or missing Fire experts have drawn attention to the fact that part B of the Building Regulations 2010 has not been thoroughly reviewed since 2006 though most other parts of the regulations have been revised at two-yearly intervals

In calling on the government to complete its review of Part B the signatories add

ldquoTogether we offer our organisationsrsquo support in undertaking the review ndash we all have valuable links to experts in this area who can advise on best regulatory outcomes In the meantime we welcome the governmentrsquos commitment to act and to implement the interim findings of the forthcoming public inquiry

ldquoYou have it in your power to remove immediately a further risk to people at work and outside of the workplace ndash unwise deregulation ndash which threatens public and worker safetyrdquo

The letter has been posted on at the IOSH site where additional signatories are invited

Source httpswwwioshmagazinecom

wwwprostartukcouk Page 5 of 11

Equality amp Diversity News amp Events

The Social Model of Disability

Many of you will already know this book maybe from your own childhood or indeed by reading it to your own children Whatever your reasons for knowing this book Winnie the Witch has been a firm classic across the generations but did you know it had a hidden meaning The book is enjoyed by children and adults alike but who would of thought that you could use this as a tool to teach the social model of disability

Letrsquos explainhellip When they created Winnie the Witch Korky Paul as illustrator and Valerie Thomas as author produced a fun way for children to learn about colour They also created a unique and valuable tool for teaching children and many adults too about different ways of thinking about the social model of disability Herersquos how the story goes In this reading of the story

Winnie represents society the house represents the environment Wilbur represents people with impairments or differences the birds represent attitudes of everybody else in society

What is the problem Winnie finds Wilbur a problem because his black fur cant be seen in her black house He gets in the way We say Society treats disabled people as a problem

Fixing disabled people Winnie uses her skills to change Wilbur a little thinking a green Wilbur will be less trouble in her black house She doesnt ask if he wants to be green because she thinks she knows best We say Society tries to change or fix individuals with impairments or differences even when they are not ill or in pain

What is normal Wilbur is still a problem Winnie makes another bigger change to Wilbur but makes Wilbur very unhappy because he wants to be himself Winnie has created an attitude that lets even the birds think they can laugh at Wilbur We say People with impairments or differences dont want to be changed to fit in to normal society They want to be themselves equals just as they are taking part and contributing to society The wrong change creates social attitudes that lead to individuals being treated disrespectfully just as the right change can make sure everyone is equal and respected

Change society Winnie decides to change her house and keep Wilbur as he is They can both live happily in the colourful house We say Changes in society remove barriers for everybody The moral of the story is it is better to change our environment and attitudes rather than try to change people with impairments or differences

Winnie the Witch by Valerie Thomas (Oxford University Press 1987) illustrations copyright copy Korky Paul 1987

Information taken from wwwscopeorguk Religious Festivals and Holidays January - March 2017

httpwwwbbccouktimelinesz2j8d2p

For a full list of awareness days for 2017 please go to ndash

httpswwwawarenessdayscouk

wwwprostartukcouk Page 6 of 11

Raffle for the Air Ambulance

Prostart raised pound647 for the Childrens Air Ambulance

at the Prostart Awards on the 30th of June

Thank you to everyone who bought raffle tickets there were some amazing

prizes this year sourced by Prostart staff members special mention goes to

Nina Ricci who worked hard to get a number of these prizes

For more information about the Childrens Air Ambulance or to donate directly -httpswwwchildrensairambulanceorgukgclid=CKOUlZ-kv9MCFUGVGwodjKELGQ If you are taking part in any charityawareness event please share your story with us

Here are a few photos from the Prostartrsquos Awards night A special edition newsletter about the Awards

will follow shortly To see more photos please go to Prostartrsquos Facebook page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 7 of 11

Health amp Wellbeing - Food of the Month

Denisersquos (Healthy Food in the spotlight)

Broccoli High level of Potassium

Amount Minerals Vitamins

Half cup of broccoli

cooked with no

added salt contains

186 grams protein

27 calories and 26

grams dietary fibre

Potassium - 229 mg

Phosphorus - 52 mg

Calcium - 31 mg

Sodium - 32 mg

Magnesium - 16 mg

Iron - 052 mg

Zinc - 035 mg

Copper - 0048 mg

Manganese - 0151 mg

Selenium - 12 mcg

Also contains small amounts of other

minerals

Vitamin A - 1207 IU

Vitamin C - 506 mg

Niacin - 0431 mg

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) - 0049 mg

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) - 0096 mg

Vitamin B6 - 0156 mg

Pantothenic Acid - 048 mg

Folate - 84 mcg

Vitamin K - 110 mcg

Vitamin E - 113 mg

Contains some other vitamins in small

amounts

Potassium is essential for the bodyrsquos growth and maintenance It is necessary to keep a normal water balance between the cells and body fluids Potassium plays an essential role in proper heart function Deficiency may cause muscular cramps twitching and weakness irregular heartbeat insomnia kidney and lung failure

Health amp Wellbeing Instagram is rated as the worst social media platform when it comes to its impact on young peoples mental health a UK snapshot survey suggests

The poll asked 1479 people aged 14-24 to score popular apps on issues such as anxiety depression loneliness bullying and body image Instagram said keeping the platform a safe and supportive place for young people was a top priority Mental health charities urged companies to act to increase users safety

Inadequacy and anxiety The Royal Society for Public Health study says social platforms should flag up heavy social media use and identify users with mental health issues Instagram says it provides tools and information on how to cope with bullying and warns users before they view certain content

The RSPH report says that social media may be fuelling a mental health crisis in young people

However it can also be used as a tool for good the report said Instagram for example was found to have a positive effect on self-expression and self-identity About 90 of young people use social media - more than any other age group - so they are particularly vulnerable to its effects although it is not clear what these are on current evidence The online survey asked participants a series of questions about whether YouTube Instagram Snapchat Facebook and

wwwprostartukcouk Page 8 of 11

Twitter had an impact on their health and well-being Participants were asked to score each platform on 14 health and well-being issues

Based on these ratings YouTube was considered to have the most positive impact on mental health followed by Twitter and then Facebook

Snapchat and Instagram were given the lowest scores overall Wild West Shirley Cramer chief executive of the RSPH said It is interesting to see Instagram and

Snapchat ranking as the worst for mental health and well-being - both platforms are very image-focused and it appears they may be driving feelings of inadequacy and anxiety in young people

In light of the findings public health experts are calling for social media platforms to introduce a series of checks and measures to help tackle mental health including

Pop-ups warning people that they have used social media for a long time (supported by 70 of young people surveyed)

Social media platforms identifying users with mental health problems and discreetly signposting places they can get support

Platforms highlighting when photos have been digitally manipulated - for example fashion brands celebrities and other advertising organisations could sign up to a voluntary code allowing a small icon to be displayed on digitally altered photos

The report also recommends that NHS England comes up with a vetting scheme for health and well-being information so young people are better able to judge whether information is trustworthy

Ms Cramer added As the evidence grows that there may be potential harms from heavy use of social media and as we upgrade the status of mental health within society it is important that we have checks and balances in place to make social media less of a wild West when it comes to young peoples mental health and well-being

Tom Madders from mental health charity YoungMinds said the recommendations could help many young people

Increasing safety within social media platforms is an important step and one we urge Instagram and other sites to act upon

But its also important to recognise that simply protecting young people from particular content types can never be the whole solution

He said young people needed to understand the risks of how they behaved online and should be taught how to respond to harmful content that slips through filters

Michelle Napchan Instagram head of policy said Keeping Instagram a safe and supportive place where people feel comfortable expressing themselves is our top priority - particularly when it comes to young people

Every day people from all over the world use Instagram to share their own mental health journey and get support from the community For those struggling with mental health issues we want them to be able to access support on Instagram when and where they need it

Thats why we work in partnership with experts to give people the tools and information they need while using the app including how to report content get support for a friend they are worried about or directly contact an expert to ask for advice on an issue they may be struggling with

httpsyoungmindsorgukgclid=CPfW5pbU29QCFe2d7QodUzEOuQ

wwwprostartukcouk Page 9 of 11

Employer of the Month

SV Timber is an independent wood merchant based in Ilkeston Derbyshire

SV Timber have worked with Prostart for several years recruiting both

Apprenticersquos and also to train existing members of staff During this time

an excellent working relationship has been developed between the

companies

All members of staff are encouraged to develop themselves and obtain

qualifications including Forklift Truck Training and Saw Machinery

licences in addition to NVQrsquos and Apprenticeships

Over the past 6 months SV Timber have given the Apprentices time to work off the job to develop their

Maths and English to achieve their Apprenticeships

httpswwwsvtimbercouk

Apprentice of the Month

Owen Saunders Johnson is the learner of the month Owen works at the

Eastcroft Depot for Nottingham City Council Owen is an Administration

Apprentice working towards his level 2 qualification Owen has now been in

this role for 6 months and during that time he has broken his foot whilst

playing football but still continued to work

Owen has developed his skills and through his own hard work and initiative he

has now been asked to work on a several projects to develop the way the

organisation presents data

Owen demonstrates what an apprentice can bring

to an organisation with his skills and fresh outlook

wwwprostartukcouk Page 10 of 11

Congratulations to the following learnershellip

Name Level Qualification Achieved

Barker Kylie AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Batterbee Jordan IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Brown Klara Asantewaa IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Clegg John William AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Fisher Adam AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Ford Norma Helen AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Gordon Sharnie IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Henry-Reid Tiarna IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Hillier Abigail Caitlin IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Khan Shazia IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Morton Pamela AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Munyakare Munashe IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Shearman Matthew IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Siddique Saria IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Storrar Lauren May IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Wasim Saliah AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Waplington Laura IntApp Certificate in Accounting

Warburton Marion IntApp Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills

Broughton Sam AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Knowles Jamie AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Mann Sebastian AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Bania Lucy HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Longbottom Samantha Jane HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Bethan Easter

receiving her

Functional Skills ICT

Level 1 Certificate

Pamela Morton

receiving her ICT

Maths Level 2

Certificate

wwwprostartukcouk Page 11 of 11

Training Opportunities

PROSTARTrsquoS TRAINING PROGRAMME UPDATE Did you know that Prostart is now an Institute for Leadership amp Management (ILM) centre If you are interested in finding out more about these qualifications please contact Nina Ricci- ninaricciprostartukcouk

Prostart now have a timetable for off the job training sessions for the Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 Administration Programme This programme is foundation degree level and these sessions are to assist you to gain the knowledge needed for the assignment writing These sessions start at 9am and finish at 230pm and are held at Prostart offices in Long Eaton

For further information or to book onto this training please contact Tony Start ndash tonystartprostartukcouk

Feedback to us Pleasehellip

We hope you have enjoyed this newsletter we really appreciate all the feedback we receive and we would welcome your feedback on this newsletter too please click the link below to complete this really quick survey

httpswwwsurveymonkeycoukr9H2MMSM

Learner Benefits ndash Did you

know

As an Apprentice you are entitled to various benefits and discounts through the National Union of Studentsrsquo Apprentice Extra discount card This card has discounts available on travel sport books and DVD technology mobile and broadband as well as fashion beauty and going out The card costs pound11 and is valid for 12 months To apply please visit the link below

httpwwwapprenticeextracouk

If you have any questions about the content of this newsletter or need to get in touch

with us about anything else please contact us on 0115 9468182

Page 4: Prostart Newsletter...Prostart Newsletter Welcome To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart, find us on Facebook/Twitter or check-out Prostarts website . Contents Articles Page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 4 of 11

Health amp Safety - News

Leading safety bodies and practitioners have jointly called on the UK government to halt deregulation of safety and health legislation in light of last weekrsquos Grenfell Tower fire

In an open letter to Prime Minister Theresa May more than 70 leading organisations and figures from the UKrsquos safety and health profession including IOSH the British Safety Council and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents have asked her to ldquoscrap the governmentrsquos approach to health and safety deregulation and think againrdquo

The group has also pressed the Government to complete its review of Part B of the Building Regulations 2010 ndash the regulations which cover fire safety in and around buildings in England ndash as a matter of urgency and to focus on improving safety in the forthcoming parliament

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) Civil Engineering Contractors Association (CECA) International Institute of Risk amp Safety Management (IIRSM) National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) Trades Union Congress (TUC) and Unite the union have also backed the letter alongside senior OSH professionals from organisations including Park Health and Safety Skanska and Thames Water

ldquoWe believe it is totally unacceptable for residents members of the public and our emergency services to be exposed to this level of preventable risk in modern-day Britainrdquo the letter states

ldquoAt this crucial time of national reflection and sorrow we urge all politicians to re-emphasise the need for effective health and safety regulation and competent fire risk management These are fundamental to saving lives and sustaining our communities

ldquoWe believe it is vital that this disaster marks a turning point for improved fire safety awareness and wider appreciation that good health and safety is an investment not a costrdquo

The fire at the 24-storey Grenfell Tower public housing block on 14 June gutted the majority of the building 79 people are listed as dead or missing Fire experts have drawn attention to the fact that part B of the Building Regulations 2010 has not been thoroughly reviewed since 2006 though most other parts of the regulations have been revised at two-yearly intervals

In calling on the government to complete its review of Part B the signatories add

ldquoTogether we offer our organisationsrsquo support in undertaking the review ndash we all have valuable links to experts in this area who can advise on best regulatory outcomes In the meantime we welcome the governmentrsquos commitment to act and to implement the interim findings of the forthcoming public inquiry

ldquoYou have it in your power to remove immediately a further risk to people at work and outside of the workplace ndash unwise deregulation ndash which threatens public and worker safetyrdquo

The letter has been posted on at the IOSH site where additional signatories are invited

Source httpswwwioshmagazinecom

wwwprostartukcouk Page 5 of 11

Equality amp Diversity News amp Events

The Social Model of Disability

Many of you will already know this book maybe from your own childhood or indeed by reading it to your own children Whatever your reasons for knowing this book Winnie the Witch has been a firm classic across the generations but did you know it had a hidden meaning The book is enjoyed by children and adults alike but who would of thought that you could use this as a tool to teach the social model of disability

Letrsquos explainhellip When they created Winnie the Witch Korky Paul as illustrator and Valerie Thomas as author produced a fun way for children to learn about colour They also created a unique and valuable tool for teaching children and many adults too about different ways of thinking about the social model of disability Herersquos how the story goes In this reading of the story

Winnie represents society the house represents the environment Wilbur represents people with impairments or differences the birds represent attitudes of everybody else in society

What is the problem Winnie finds Wilbur a problem because his black fur cant be seen in her black house He gets in the way We say Society treats disabled people as a problem

Fixing disabled people Winnie uses her skills to change Wilbur a little thinking a green Wilbur will be less trouble in her black house She doesnt ask if he wants to be green because she thinks she knows best We say Society tries to change or fix individuals with impairments or differences even when they are not ill or in pain

What is normal Wilbur is still a problem Winnie makes another bigger change to Wilbur but makes Wilbur very unhappy because he wants to be himself Winnie has created an attitude that lets even the birds think they can laugh at Wilbur We say People with impairments or differences dont want to be changed to fit in to normal society They want to be themselves equals just as they are taking part and contributing to society The wrong change creates social attitudes that lead to individuals being treated disrespectfully just as the right change can make sure everyone is equal and respected

Change society Winnie decides to change her house and keep Wilbur as he is They can both live happily in the colourful house We say Changes in society remove barriers for everybody The moral of the story is it is better to change our environment and attitudes rather than try to change people with impairments or differences

Winnie the Witch by Valerie Thomas (Oxford University Press 1987) illustrations copyright copy Korky Paul 1987

Information taken from wwwscopeorguk Religious Festivals and Holidays January - March 2017

httpwwwbbccouktimelinesz2j8d2p

For a full list of awareness days for 2017 please go to ndash

httpswwwawarenessdayscouk

wwwprostartukcouk Page 6 of 11

Raffle for the Air Ambulance

Prostart raised pound647 for the Childrens Air Ambulance

at the Prostart Awards on the 30th of June

Thank you to everyone who bought raffle tickets there were some amazing

prizes this year sourced by Prostart staff members special mention goes to

Nina Ricci who worked hard to get a number of these prizes

For more information about the Childrens Air Ambulance or to donate directly -httpswwwchildrensairambulanceorgukgclid=CKOUlZ-kv9MCFUGVGwodjKELGQ If you are taking part in any charityawareness event please share your story with us

Here are a few photos from the Prostartrsquos Awards night A special edition newsletter about the Awards

will follow shortly To see more photos please go to Prostartrsquos Facebook page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 7 of 11

Health amp Wellbeing - Food of the Month

Denisersquos (Healthy Food in the spotlight)

Broccoli High level of Potassium

Amount Minerals Vitamins

Half cup of broccoli

cooked with no

added salt contains

186 grams protein

27 calories and 26

grams dietary fibre

Potassium - 229 mg

Phosphorus - 52 mg

Calcium - 31 mg

Sodium - 32 mg

Magnesium - 16 mg

Iron - 052 mg

Zinc - 035 mg

Copper - 0048 mg

Manganese - 0151 mg

Selenium - 12 mcg

Also contains small amounts of other

minerals

Vitamin A - 1207 IU

Vitamin C - 506 mg

Niacin - 0431 mg

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) - 0049 mg

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) - 0096 mg

Vitamin B6 - 0156 mg

Pantothenic Acid - 048 mg

Folate - 84 mcg

Vitamin K - 110 mcg

Vitamin E - 113 mg

Contains some other vitamins in small

amounts

Potassium is essential for the bodyrsquos growth and maintenance It is necessary to keep a normal water balance between the cells and body fluids Potassium plays an essential role in proper heart function Deficiency may cause muscular cramps twitching and weakness irregular heartbeat insomnia kidney and lung failure

Health amp Wellbeing Instagram is rated as the worst social media platform when it comes to its impact on young peoples mental health a UK snapshot survey suggests

The poll asked 1479 people aged 14-24 to score popular apps on issues such as anxiety depression loneliness bullying and body image Instagram said keeping the platform a safe and supportive place for young people was a top priority Mental health charities urged companies to act to increase users safety

Inadequacy and anxiety The Royal Society for Public Health study says social platforms should flag up heavy social media use and identify users with mental health issues Instagram says it provides tools and information on how to cope with bullying and warns users before they view certain content

The RSPH report says that social media may be fuelling a mental health crisis in young people

However it can also be used as a tool for good the report said Instagram for example was found to have a positive effect on self-expression and self-identity About 90 of young people use social media - more than any other age group - so they are particularly vulnerable to its effects although it is not clear what these are on current evidence The online survey asked participants a series of questions about whether YouTube Instagram Snapchat Facebook and

wwwprostartukcouk Page 8 of 11

Twitter had an impact on their health and well-being Participants were asked to score each platform on 14 health and well-being issues

Based on these ratings YouTube was considered to have the most positive impact on mental health followed by Twitter and then Facebook

Snapchat and Instagram were given the lowest scores overall Wild West Shirley Cramer chief executive of the RSPH said It is interesting to see Instagram and

Snapchat ranking as the worst for mental health and well-being - both platforms are very image-focused and it appears they may be driving feelings of inadequacy and anxiety in young people

In light of the findings public health experts are calling for social media platforms to introduce a series of checks and measures to help tackle mental health including

Pop-ups warning people that they have used social media for a long time (supported by 70 of young people surveyed)

Social media platforms identifying users with mental health problems and discreetly signposting places they can get support

Platforms highlighting when photos have been digitally manipulated - for example fashion brands celebrities and other advertising organisations could sign up to a voluntary code allowing a small icon to be displayed on digitally altered photos

The report also recommends that NHS England comes up with a vetting scheme for health and well-being information so young people are better able to judge whether information is trustworthy

Ms Cramer added As the evidence grows that there may be potential harms from heavy use of social media and as we upgrade the status of mental health within society it is important that we have checks and balances in place to make social media less of a wild West when it comes to young peoples mental health and well-being

Tom Madders from mental health charity YoungMinds said the recommendations could help many young people

Increasing safety within social media platforms is an important step and one we urge Instagram and other sites to act upon

But its also important to recognise that simply protecting young people from particular content types can never be the whole solution

He said young people needed to understand the risks of how they behaved online and should be taught how to respond to harmful content that slips through filters

Michelle Napchan Instagram head of policy said Keeping Instagram a safe and supportive place where people feel comfortable expressing themselves is our top priority - particularly when it comes to young people

Every day people from all over the world use Instagram to share their own mental health journey and get support from the community For those struggling with mental health issues we want them to be able to access support on Instagram when and where they need it

Thats why we work in partnership with experts to give people the tools and information they need while using the app including how to report content get support for a friend they are worried about or directly contact an expert to ask for advice on an issue they may be struggling with

httpsyoungmindsorgukgclid=CPfW5pbU29QCFe2d7QodUzEOuQ

wwwprostartukcouk Page 9 of 11

Employer of the Month

SV Timber is an independent wood merchant based in Ilkeston Derbyshire

SV Timber have worked with Prostart for several years recruiting both

Apprenticersquos and also to train existing members of staff During this time

an excellent working relationship has been developed between the

companies

All members of staff are encouraged to develop themselves and obtain

qualifications including Forklift Truck Training and Saw Machinery

licences in addition to NVQrsquos and Apprenticeships

Over the past 6 months SV Timber have given the Apprentices time to work off the job to develop their

Maths and English to achieve their Apprenticeships

httpswwwsvtimbercouk

Apprentice of the Month

Owen Saunders Johnson is the learner of the month Owen works at the

Eastcroft Depot for Nottingham City Council Owen is an Administration

Apprentice working towards his level 2 qualification Owen has now been in

this role for 6 months and during that time he has broken his foot whilst

playing football but still continued to work

Owen has developed his skills and through his own hard work and initiative he

has now been asked to work on a several projects to develop the way the

organisation presents data

Owen demonstrates what an apprentice can bring

to an organisation with his skills and fresh outlook

wwwprostartukcouk Page 10 of 11

Congratulations to the following learnershellip

Name Level Qualification Achieved

Barker Kylie AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Batterbee Jordan IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Brown Klara Asantewaa IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Clegg John William AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Fisher Adam AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Ford Norma Helen AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Gordon Sharnie IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Henry-Reid Tiarna IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Hillier Abigail Caitlin IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Khan Shazia IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Morton Pamela AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Munyakare Munashe IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Shearman Matthew IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Siddique Saria IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Storrar Lauren May IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Wasim Saliah AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Waplington Laura IntApp Certificate in Accounting

Warburton Marion IntApp Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills

Broughton Sam AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Knowles Jamie AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Mann Sebastian AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Bania Lucy HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Longbottom Samantha Jane HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Bethan Easter

receiving her

Functional Skills ICT

Level 1 Certificate

Pamela Morton

receiving her ICT

Maths Level 2

Certificate

wwwprostartukcouk Page 11 of 11

Training Opportunities

PROSTARTrsquoS TRAINING PROGRAMME UPDATE Did you know that Prostart is now an Institute for Leadership amp Management (ILM) centre If you are interested in finding out more about these qualifications please contact Nina Ricci- ninaricciprostartukcouk

Prostart now have a timetable for off the job training sessions for the Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 Administration Programme This programme is foundation degree level and these sessions are to assist you to gain the knowledge needed for the assignment writing These sessions start at 9am and finish at 230pm and are held at Prostart offices in Long Eaton

For further information or to book onto this training please contact Tony Start ndash tonystartprostartukcouk

Feedback to us Pleasehellip

We hope you have enjoyed this newsletter we really appreciate all the feedback we receive and we would welcome your feedback on this newsletter too please click the link below to complete this really quick survey

httpswwwsurveymonkeycoukr9H2MMSM

Learner Benefits ndash Did you

know

As an Apprentice you are entitled to various benefits and discounts through the National Union of Studentsrsquo Apprentice Extra discount card This card has discounts available on travel sport books and DVD technology mobile and broadband as well as fashion beauty and going out The card costs pound11 and is valid for 12 months To apply please visit the link below

httpwwwapprenticeextracouk

If you have any questions about the content of this newsletter or need to get in touch

with us about anything else please contact us on 0115 9468182

Page 5: Prostart Newsletter...Prostart Newsletter Welcome To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart, find us on Facebook/Twitter or check-out Prostarts website . Contents Articles Page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 5 of 11

Equality amp Diversity News amp Events

The Social Model of Disability

Many of you will already know this book maybe from your own childhood or indeed by reading it to your own children Whatever your reasons for knowing this book Winnie the Witch has been a firm classic across the generations but did you know it had a hidden meaning The book is enjoyed by children and adults alike but who would of thought that you could use this as a tool to teach the social model of disability

Letrsquos explainhellip When they created Winnie the Witch Korky Paul as illustrator and Valerie Thomas as author produced a fun way for children to learn about colour They also created a unique and valuable tool for teaching children and many adults too about different ways of thinking about the social model of disability Herersquos how the story goes In this reading of the story

Winnie represents society the house represents the environment Wilbur represents people with impairments or differences the birds represent attitudes of everybody else in society

What is the problem Winnie finds Wilbur a problem because his black fur cant be seen in her black house He gets in the way We say Society treats disabled people as a problem

Fixing disabled people Winnie uses her skills to change Wilbur a little thinking a green Wilbur will be less trouble in her black house She doesnt ask if he wants to be green because she thinks she knows best We say Society tries to change or fix individuals with impairments or differences even when they are not ill or in pain

What is normal Wilbur is still a problem Winnie makes another bigger change to Wilbur but makes Wilbur very unhappy because he wants to be himself Winnie has created an attitude that lets even the birds think they can laugh at Wilbur We say People with impairments or differences dont want to be changed to fit in to normal society They want to be themselves equals just as they are taking part and contributing to society The wrong change creates social attitudes that lead to individuals being treated disrespectfully just as the right change can make sure everyone is equal and respected

Change society Winnie decides to change her house and keep Wilbur as he is They can both live happily in the colourful house We say Changes in society remove barriers for everybody The moral of the story is it is better to change our environment and attitudes rather than try to change people with impairments or differences

Winnie the Witch by Valerie Thomas (Oxford University Press 1987) illustrations copyright copy Korky Paul 1987

Information taken from wwwscopeorguk Religious Festivals and Holidays January - March 2017

httpwwwbbccouktimelinesz2j8d2p

For a full list of awareness days for 2017 please go to ndash

httpswwwawarenessdayscouk

wwwprostartukcouk Page 6 of 11

Raffle for the Air Ambulance

Prostart raised pound647 for the Childrens Air Ambulance

at the Prostart Awards on the 30th of June

Thank you to everyone who bought raffle tickets there were some amazing

prizes this year sourced by Prostart staff members special mention goes to

Nina Ricci who worked hard to get a number of these prizes

For more information about the Childrens Air Ambulance or to donate directly -httpswwwchildrensairambulanceorgukgclid=CKOUlZ-kv9MCFUGVGwodjKELGQ If you are taking part in any charityawareness event please share your story with us

Here are a few photos from the Prostartrsquos Awards night A special edition newsletter about the Awards

will follow shortly To see more photos please go to Prostartrsquos Facebook page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 7 of 11

Health amp Wellbeing - Food of the Month

Denisersquos (Healthy Food in the spotlight)

Broccoli High level of Potassium

Amount Minerals Vitamins

Half cup of broccoli

cooked with no

added salt contains

186 grams protein

27 calories and 26

grams dietary fibre

Potassium - 229 mg

Phosphorus - 52 mg

Calcium - 31 mg

Sodium - 32 mg

Magnesium - 16 mg

Iron - 052 mg

Zinc - 035 mg

Copper - 0048 mg

Manganese - 0151 mg

Selenium - 12 mcg

Also contains small amounts of other

minerals

Vitamin A - 1207 IU

Vitamin C - 506 mg

Niacin - 0431 mg

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) - 0049 mg

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) - 0096 mg

Vitamin B6 - 0156 mg

Pantothenic Acid - 048 mg

Folate - 84 mcg

Vitamin K - 110 mcg

Vitamin E - 113 mg

Contains some other vitamins in small

amounts

Potassium is essential for the bodyrsquos growth and maintenance It is necessary to keep a normal water balance between the cells and body fluids Potassium plays an essential role in proper heart function Deficiency may cause muscular cramps twitching and weakness irregular heartbeat insomnia kidney and lung failure

Health amp Wellbeing Instagram is rated as the worst social media platform when it comes to its impact on young peoples mental health a UK snapshot survey suggests

The poll asked 1479 people aged 14-24 to score popular apps on issues such as anxiety depression loneliness bullying and body image Instagram said keeping the platform a safe and supportive place for young people was a top priority Mental health charities urged companies to act to increase users safety

Inadequacy and anxiety The Royal Society for Public Health study says social platforms should flag up heavy social media use and identify users with mental health issues Instagram says it provides tools and information on how to cope with bullying and warns users before they view certain content

The RSPH report says that social media may be fuelling a mental health crisis in young people

However it can also be used as a tool for good the report said Instagram for example was found to have a positive effect on self-expression and self-identity About 90 of young people use social media - more than any other age group - so they are particularly vulnerable to its effects although it is not clear what these are on current evidence The online survey asked participants a series of questions about whether YouTube Instagram Snapchat Facebook and

wwwprostartukcouk Page 8 of 11

Twitter had an impact on their health and well-being Participants were asked to score each platform on 14 health and well-being issues

Based on these ratings YouTube was considered to have the most positive impact on mental health followed by Twitter and then Facebook

Snapchat and Instagram were given the lowest scores overall Wild West Shirley Cramer chief executive of the RSPH said It is interesting to see Instagram and

Snapchat ranking as the worst for mental health and well-being - both platforms are very image-focused and it appears they may be driving feelings of inadequacy and anxiety in young people

In light of the findings public health experts are calling for social media platforms to introduce a series of checks and measures to help tackle mental health including

Pop-ups warning people that they have used social media for a long time (supported by 70 of young people surveyed)

Social media platforms identifying users with mental health problems and discreetly signposting places they can get support

Platforms highlighting when photos have been digitally manipulated - for example fashion brands celebrities and other advertising organisations could sign up to a voluntary code allowing a small icon to be displayed on digitally altered photos

The report also recommends that NHS England comes up with a vetting scheme for health and well-being information so young people are better able to judge whether information is trustworthy

Ms Cramer added As the evidence grows that there may be potential harms from heavy use of social media and as we upgrade the status of mental health within society it is important that we have checks and balances in place to make social media less of a wild West when it comes to young peoples mental health and well-being

Tom Madders from mental health charity YoungMinds said the recommendations could help many young people

Increasing safety within social media platforms is an important step and one we urge Instagram and other sites to act upon

But its also important to recognise that simply protecting young people from particular content types can never be the whole solution

He said young people needed to understand the risks of how they behaved online and should be taught how to respond to harmful content that slips through filters

Michelle Napchan Instagram head of policy said Keeping Instagram a safe and supportive place where people feel comfortable expressing themselves is our top priority - particularly when it comes to young people

Every day people from all over the world use Instagram to share their own mental health journey and get support from the community For those struggling with mental health issues we want them to be able to access support on Instagram when and where they need it

Thats why we work in partnership with experts to give people the tools and information they need while using the app including how to report content get support for a friend they are worried about or directly contact an expert to ask for advice on an issue they may be struggling with

httpsyoungmindsorgukgclid=CPfW5pbU29QCFe2d7QodUzEOuQ

wwwprostartukcouk Page 9 of 11

Employer of the Month

SV Timber is an independent wood merchant based in Ilkeston Derbyshire

SV Timber have worked with Prostart for several years recruiting both

Apprenticersquos and also to train existing members of staff During this time

an excellent working relationship has been developed between the

companies

All members of staff are encouraged to develop themselves and obtain

qualifications including Forklift Truck Training and Saw Machinery

licences in addition to NVQrsquos and Apprenticeships

Over the past 6 months SV Timber have given the Apprentices time to work off the job to develop their

Maths and English to achieve their Apprenticeships

httpswwwsvtimbercouk

Apprentice of the Month

Owen Saunders Johnson is the learner of the month Owen works at the

Eastcroft Depot for Nottingham City Council Owen is an Administration

Apprentice working towards his level 2 qualification Owen has now been in

this role for 6 months and during that time he has broken his foot whilst

playing football but still continued to work

Owen has developed his skills and through his own hard work and initiative he

has now been asked to work on a several projects to develop the way the

organisation presents data

Owen demonstrates what an apprentice can bring

to an organisation with his skills and fresh outlook

wwwprostartukcouk Page 10 of 11

Congratulations to the following learnershellip

Name Level Qualification Achieved

Barker Kylie AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Batterbee Jordan IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Brown Klara Asantewaa IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Clegg John William AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Fisher Adam AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Ford Norma Helen AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Gordon Sharnie IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Henry-Reid Tiarna IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Hillier Abigail Caitlin IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Khan Shazia IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Morton Pamela AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Munyakare Munashe IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Shearman Matthew IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Siddique Saria IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Storrar Lauren May IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Wasim Saliah AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Waplington Laura IntApp Certificate in Accounting

Warburton Marion IntApp Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills

Broughton Sam AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Knowles Jamie AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Mann Sebastian AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Bania Lucy HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Longbottom Samantha Jane HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Bethan Easter

receiving her

Functional Skills ICT

Level 1 Certificate

Pamela Morton

receiving her ICT

Maths Level 2

Certificate

wwwprostartukcouk Page 11 of 11

Training Opportunities

PROSTARTrsquoS TRAINING PROGRAMME UPDATE Did you know that Prostart is now an Institute for Leadership amp Management (ILM) centre If you are interested in finding out more about these qualifications please contact Nina Ricci- ninaricciprostartukcouk

Prostart now have a timetable for off the job training sessions for the Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 Administration Programme This programme is foundation degree level and these sessions are to assist you to gain the knowledge needed for the assignment writing These sessions start at 9am and finish at 230pm and are held at Prostart offices in Long Eaton

For further information or to book onto this training please contact Tony Start ndash tonystartprostartukcouk

Feedback to us Pleasehellip

We hope you have enjoyed this newsletter we really appreciate all the feedback we receive and we would welcome your feedback on this newsletter too please click the link below to complete this really quick survey

httpswwwsurveymonkeycoukr9H2MMSM

Learner Benefits ndash Did you

know

As an Apprentice you are entitled to various benefits and discounts through the National Union of Studentsrsquo Apprentice Extra discount card This card has discounts available on travel sport books and DVD technology mobile and broadband as well as fashion beauty and going out The card costs pound11 and is valid for 12 months To apply please visit the link below

httpwwwapprenticeextracouk

If you have any questions about the content of this newsletter or need to get in touch

with us about anything else please contact us on 0115 9468182

Page 6: Prostart Newsletter...Prostart Newsletter Welcome To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart, find us on Facebook/Twitter or check-out Prostarts website . Contents Articles Page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 6 of 11

Raffle for the Air Ambulance

Prostart raised pound647 for the Childrens Air Ambulance

at the Prostart Awards on the 30th of June

Thank you to everyone who bought raffle tickets there were some amazing

prizes this year sourced by Prostart staff members special mention goes to

Nina Ricci who worked hard to get a number of these prizes

For more information about the Childrens Air Ambulance or to donate directly -httpswwwchildrensairambulanceorgukgclid=CKOUlZ-kv9MCFUGVGwodjKELGQ If you are taking part in any charityawareness event please share your story with us

Here are a few photos from the Prostartrsquos Awards night A special edition newsletter about the Awards

will follow shortly To see more photos please go to Prostartrsquos Facebook page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 7 of 11

Health amp Wellbeing - Food of the Month

Denisersquos (Healthy Food in the spotlight)

Broccoli High level of Potassium

Amount Minerals Vitamins

Half cup of broccoli

cooked with no

added salt contains

186 grams protein

27 calories and 26

grams dietary fibre

Potassium - 229 mg

Phosphorus - 52 mg

Calcium - 31 mg

Sodium - 32 mg

Magnesium - 16 mg

Iron - 052 mg

Zinc - 035 mg

Copper - 0048 mg

Manganese - 0151 mg

Selenium - 12 mcg

Also contains small amounts of other

minerals

Vitamin A - 1207 IU

Vitamin C - 506 mg

Niacin - 0431 mg

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) - 0049 mg

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) - 0096 mg

Vitamin B6 - 0156 mg

Pantothenic Acid - 048 mg

Folate - 84 mcg

Vitamin K - 110 mcg

Vitamin E - 113 mg

Contains some other vitamins in small

amounts

Potassium is essential for the bodyrsquos growth and maintenance It is necessary to keep a normal water balance between the cells and body fluids Potassium plays an essential role in proper heart function Deficiency may cause muscular cramps twitching and weakness irregular heartbeat insomnia kidney and lung failure

Health amp Wellbeing Instagram is rated as the worst social media platform when it comes to its impact on young peoples mental health a UK snapshot survey suggests

The poll asked 1479 people aged 14-24 to score popular apps on issues such as anxiety depression loneliness bullying and body image Instagram said keeping the platform a safe and supportive place for young people was a top priority Mental health charities urged companies to act to increase users safety

Inadequacy and anxiety The Royal Society for Public Health study says social platforms should flag up heavy social media use and identify users with mental health issues Instagram says it provides tools and information on how to cope with bullying and warns users before they view certain content

The RSPH report says that social media may be fuelling a mental health crisis in young people

However it can also be used as a tool for good the report said Instagram for example was found to have a positive effect on self-expression and self-identity About 90 of young people use social media - more than any other age group - so they are particularly vulnerable to its effects although it is not clear what these are on current evidence The online survey asked participants a series of questions about whether YouTube Instagram Snapchat Facebook and

wwwprostartukcouk Page 8 of 11

Twitter had an impact on their health and well-being Participants were asked to score each platform on 14 health and well-being issues

Based on these ratings YouTube was considered to have the most positive impact on mental health followed by Twitter and then Facebook

Snapchat and Instagram were given the lowest scores overall Wild West Shirley Cramer chief executive of the RSPH said It is interesting to see Instagram and

Snapchat ranking as the worst for mental health and well-being - both platforms are very image-focused and it appears they may be driving feelings of inadequacy and anxiety in young people

In light of the findings public health experts are calling for social media platforms to introduce a series of checks and measures to help tackle mental health including

Pop-ups warning people that they have used social media for a long time (supported by 70 of young people surveyed)

Social media platforms identifying users with mental health problems and discreetly signposting places they can get support

Platforms highlighting when photos have been digitally manipulated - for example fashion brands celebrities and other advertising organisations could sign up to a voluntary code allowing a small icon to be displayed on digitally altered photos

The report also recommends that NHS England comes up with a vetting scheme for health and well-being information so young people are better able to judge whether information is trustworthy

Ms Cramer added As the evidence grows that there may be potential harms from heavy use of social media and as we upgrade the status of mental health within society it is important that we have checks and balances in place to make social media less of a wild West when it comes to young peoples mental health and well-being

Tom Madders from mental health charity YoungMinds said the recommendations could help many young people

Increasing safety within social media platforms is an important step and one we urge Instagram and other sites to act upon

But its also important to recognise that simply protecting young people from particular content types can never be the whole solution

He said young people needed to understand the risks of how they behaved online and should be taught how to respond to harmful content that slips through filters

Michelle Napchan Instagram head of policy said Keeping Instagram a safe and supportive place where people feel comfortable expressing themselves is our top priority - particularly when it comes to young people

Every day people from all over the world use Instagram to share their own mental health journey and get support from the community For those struggling with mental health issues we want them to be able to access support on Instagram when and where they need it

Thats why we work in partnership with experts to give people the tools and information they need while using the app including how to report content get support for a friend they are worried about or directly contact an expert to ask for advice on an issue they may be struggling with

httpsyoungmindsorgukgclid=CPfW5pbU29QCFe2d7QodUzEOuQ

wwwprostartukcouk Page 9 of 11

Employer of the Month

SV Timber is an independent wood merchant based in Ilkeston Derbyshire

SV Timber have worked with Prostart for several years recruiting both

Apprenticersquos and also to train existing members of staff During this time

an excellent working relationship has been developed between the

companies

All members of staff are encouraged to develop themselves and obtain

qualifications including Forklift Truck Training and Saw Machinery

licences in addition to NVQrsquos and Apprenticeships

Over the past 6 months SV Timber have given the Apprentices time to work off the job to develop their

Maths and English to achieve their Apprenticeships

httpswwwsvtimbercouk

Apprentice of the Month

Owen Saunders Johnson is the learner of the month Owen works at the

Eastcroft Depot for Nottingham City Council Owen is an Administration

Apprentice working towards his level 2 qualification Owen has now been in

this role for 6 months and during that time he has broken his foot whilst

playing football but still continued to work

Owen has developed his skills and through his own hard work and initiative he

has now been asked to work on a several projects to develop the way the

organisation presents data

Owen demonstrates what an apprentice can bring

to an organisation with his skills and fresh outlook

wwwprostartukcouk Page 10 of 11

Congratulations to the following learnershellip

Name Level Qualification Achieved

Barker Kylie AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Batterbee Jordan IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Brown Klara Asantewaa IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Clegg John William AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Fisher Adam AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Ford Norma Helen AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Gordon Sharnie IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Henry-Reid Tiarna IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Hillier Abigail Caitlin IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Khan Shazia IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Morton Pamela AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Munyakare Munashe IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Shearman Matthew IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Siddique Saria IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Storrar Lauren May IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Wasim Saliah AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Waplington Laura IntApp Certificate in Accounting

Warburton Marion IntApp Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills

Broughton Sam AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Knowles Jamie AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Mann Sebastian AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Bania Lucy HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Longbottom Samantha Jane HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Bethan Easter

receiving her

Functional Skills ICT

Level 1 Certificate

Pamela Morton

receiving her ICT

Maths Level 2

Certificate

wwwprostartukcouk Page 11 of 11

Training Opportunities

PROSTARTrsquoS TRAINING PROGRAMME UPDATE Did you know that Prostart is now an Institute for Leadership amp Management (ILM) centre If you are interested in finding out more about these qualifications please contact Nina Ricci- ninaricciprostartukcouk

Prostart now have a timetable for off the job training sessions for the Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 Administration Programme This programme is foundation degree level and these sessions are to assist you to gain the knowledge needed for the assignment writing These sessions start at 9am and finish at 230pm and are held at Prostart offices in Long Eaton

For further information or to book onto this training please contact Tony Start ndash tonystartprostartukcouk

Feedback to us Pleasehellip

We hope you have enjoyed this newsletter we really appreciate all the feedback we receive and we would welcome your feedback on this newsletter too please click the link below to complete this really quick survey

httpswwwsurveymonkeycoukr9H2MMSM

Learner Benefits ndash Did you

know

As an Apprentice you are entitled to various benefits and discounts through the National Union of Studentsrsquo Apprentice Extra discount card This card has discounts available on travel sport books and DVD technology mobile and broadband as well as fashion beauty and going out The card costs pound11 and is valid for 12 months To apply please visit the link below

httpwwwapprenticeextracouk

If you have any questions about the content of this newsletter or need to get in touch

with us about anything else please contact us on 0115 9468182

Page 7: Prostart Newsletter...Prostart Newsletter Welcome To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart, find us on Facebook/Twitter or check-out Prostarts website . Contents Articles Page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 7 of 11

Health amp Wellbeing - Food of the Month

Denisersquos (Healthy Food in the spotlight)

Broccoli High level of Potassium

Amount Minerals Vitamins

Half cup of broccoli

cooked with no

added salt contains

186 grams protein

27 calories and 26

grams dietary fibre

Potassium - 229 mg

Phosphorus - 52 mg

Calcium - 31 mg

Sodium - 32 mg

Magnesium - 16 mg

Iron - 052 mg

Zinc - 035 mg

Copper - 0048 mg

Manganese - 0151 mg

Selenium - 12 mcg

Also contains small amounts of other

minerals

Vitamin A - 1207 IU

Vitamin C - 506 mg

Niacin - 0431 mg

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) - 0049 mg

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) - 0096 mg

Vitamin B6 - 0156 mg

Pantothenic Acid - 048 mg

Folate - 84 mcg

Vitamin K - 110 mcg

Vitamin E - 113 mg

Contains some other vitamins in small

amounts

Potassium is essential for the bodyrsquos growth and maintenance It is necessary to keep a normal water balance between the cells and body fluids Potassium plays an essential role in proper heart function Deficiency may cause muscular cramps twitching and weakness irregular heartbeat insomnia kidney and lung failure

Health amp Wellbeing Instagram is rated as the worst social media platform when it comes to its impact on young peoples mental health a UK snapshot survey suggests

The poll asked 1479 people aged 14-24 to score popular apps on issues such as anxiety depression loneliness bullying and body image Instagram said keeping the platform a safe and supportive place for young people was a top priority Mental health charities urged companies to act to increase users safety

Inadequacy and anxiety The Royal Society for Public Health study says social platforms should flag up heavy social media use and identify users with mental health issues Instagram says it provides tools and information on how to cope with bullying and warns users before they view certain content

The RSPH report says that social media may be fuelling a mental health crisis in young people

However it can also be used as a tool for good the report said Instagram for example was found to have a positive effect on self-expression and self-identity About 90 of young people use social media - more than any other age group - so they are particularly vulnerable to its effects although it is not clear what these are on current evidence The online survey asked participants a series of questions about whether YouTube Instagram Snapchat Facebook and

wwwprostartukcouk Page 8 of 11

Twitter had an impact on their health and well-being Participants were asked to score each platform on 14 health and well-being issues

Based on these ratings YouTube was considered to have the most positive impact on mental health followed by Twitter and then Facebook

Snapchat and Instagram were given the lowest scores overall Wild West Shirley Cramer chief executive of the RSPH said It is interesting to see Instagram and

Snapchat ranking as the worst for mental health and well-being - both platforms are very image-focused and it appears they may be driving feelings of inadequacy and anxiety in young people

In light of the findings public health experts are calling for social media platforms to introduce a series of checks and measures to help tackle mental health including

Pop-ups warning people that they have used social media for a long time (supported by 70 of young people surveyed)

Social media platforms identifying users with mental health problems and discreetly signposting places they can get support

Platforms highlighting when photos have been digitally manipulated - for example fashion brands celebrities and other advertising organisations could sign up to a voluntary code allowing a small icon to be displayed on digitally altered photos

The report also recommends that NHS England comes up with a vetting scheme for health and well-being information so young people are better able to judge whether information is trustworthy

Ms Cramer added As the evidence grows that there may be potential harms from heavy use of social media and as we upgrade the status of mental health within society it is important that we have checks and balances in place to make social media less of a wild West when it comes to young peoples mental health and well-being

Tom Madders from mental health charity YoungMinds said the recommendations could help many young people

Increasing safety within social media platforms is an important step and one we urge Instagram and other sites to act upon

But its also important to recognise that simply protecting young people from particular content types can never be the whole solution

He said young people needed to understand the risks of how they behaved online and should be taught how to respond to harmful content that slips through filters

Michelle Napchan Instagram head of policy said Keeping Instagram a safe and supportive place where people feel comfortable expressing themselves is our top priority - particularly when it comes to young people

Every day people from all over the world use Instagram to share their own mental health journey and get support from the community For those struggling with mental health issues we want them to be able to access support on Instagram when and where they need it

Thats why we work in partnership with experts to give people the tools and information they need while using the app including how to report content get support for a friend they are worried about or directly contact an expert to ask for advice on an issue they may be struggling with

httpsyoungmindsorgukgclid=CPfW5pbU29QCFe2d7QodUzEOuQ

wwwprostartukcouk Page 9 of 11

Employer of the Month

SV Timber is an independent wood merchant based in Ilkeston Derbyshire

SV Timber have worked with Prostart for several years recruiting both

Apprenticersquos and also to train existing members of staff During this time

an excellent working relationship has been developed between the

companies

All members of staff are encouraged to develop themselves and obtain

qualifications including Forklift Truck Training and Saw Machinery

licences in addition to NVQrsquos and Apprenticeships

Over the past 6 months SV Timber have given the Apprentices time to work off the job to develop their

Maths and English to achieve their Apprenticeships

httpswwwsvtimbercouk

Apprentice of the Month

Owen Saunders Johnson is the learner of the month Owen works at the

Eastcroft Depot for Nottingham City Council Owen is an Administration

Apprentice working towards his level 2 qualification Owen has now been in

this role for 6 months and during that time he has broken his foot whilst

playing football but still continued to work

Owen has developed his skills and through his own hard work and initiative he

has now been asked to work on a several projects to develop the way the

organisation presents data

Owen demonstrates what an apprentice can bring

to an organisation with his skills and fresh outlook

wwwprostartukcouk Page 10 of 11

Congratulations to the following learnershellip

Name Level Qualification Achieved

Barker Kylie AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Batterbee Jordan IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Brown Klara Asantewaa IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Clegg John William AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Fisher Adam AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Ford Norma Helen AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Gordon Sharnie IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Henry-Reid Tiarna IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Hillier Abigail Caitlin IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Khan Shazia IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Morton Pamela AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Munyakare Munashe IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Shearman Matthew IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Siddique Saria IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Storrar Lauren May IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Wasim Saliah AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Waplington Laura IntApp Certificate in Accounting

Warburton Marion IntApp Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills

Broughton Sam AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Knowles Jamie AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Mann Sebastian AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Bania Lucy HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Longbottom Samantha Jane HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Bethan Easter

receiving her

Functional Skills ICT

Level 1 Certificate

Pamela Morton

receiving her ICT

Maths Level 2

Certificate

wwwprostartukcouk Page 11 of 11

Training Opportunities

PROSTARTrsquoS TRAINING PROGRAMME UPDATE Did you know that Prostart is now an Institute for Leadership amp Management (ILM) centre If you are interested in finding out more about these qualifications please contact Nina Ricci- ninaricciprostartukcouk

Prostart now have a timetable for off the job training sessions for the Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 Administration Programme This programme is foundation degree level and these sessions are to assist you to gain the knowledge needed for the assignment writing These sessions start at 9am and finish at 230pm and are held at Prostart offices in Long Eaton

For further information or to book onto this training please contact Tony Start ndash tonystartprostartukcouk

Feedback to us Pleasehellip

We hope you have enjoyed this newsletter we really appreciate all the feedback we receive and we would welcome your feedback on this newsletter too please click the link below to complete this really quick survey

httpswwwsurveymonkeycoukr9H2MMSM

Learner Benefits ndash Did you

know

As an Apprentice you are entitled to various benefits and discounts through the National Union of Studentsrsquo Apprentice Extra discount card This card has discounts available on travel sport books and DVD technology mobile and broadband as well as fashion beauty and going out The card costs pound11 and is valid for 12 months To apply please visit the link below

httpwwwapprenticeextracouk

If you have any questions about the content of this newsletter or need to get in touch

with us about anything else please contact us on 0115 9468182

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wwwprostartukcouk Page 8 of 11

Twitter had an impact on their health and well-being Participants were asked to score each platform on 14 health and well-being issues

Based on these ratings YouTube was considered to have the most positive impact on mental health followed by Twitter and then Facebook

Snapchat and Instagram were given the lowest scores overall Wild West Shirley Cramer chief executive of the RSPH said It is interesting to see Instagram and

Snapchat ranking as the worst for mental health and well-being - both platforms are very image-focused and it appears they may be driving feelings of inadequacy and anxiety in young people

In light of the findings public health experts are calling for social media platforms to introduce a series of checks and measures to help tackle mental health including

Pop-ups warning people that they have used social media for a long time (supported by 70 of young people surveyed)

Social media platforms identifying users with mental health problems and discreetly signposting places they can get support

Platforms highlighting when photos have been digitally manipulated - for example fashion brands celebrities and other advertising organisations could sign up to a voluntary code allowing a small icon to be displayed on digitally altered photos

The report also recommends that NHS England comes up with a vetting scheme for health and well-being information so young people are better able to judge whether information is trustworthy

Ms Cramer added As the evidence grows that there may be potential harms from heavy use of social media and as we upgrade the status of mental health within society it is important that we have checks and balances in place to make social media less of a wild West when it comes to young peoples mental health and well-being

Tom Madders from mental health charity YoungMinds said the recommendations could help many young people

Increasing safety within social media platforms is an important step and one we urge Instagram and other sites to act upon

But its also important to recognise that simply protecting young people from particular content types can never be the whole solution

He said young people needed to understand the risks of how they behaved online and should be taught how to respond to harmful content that slips through filters

Michelle Napchan Instagram head of policy said Keeping Instagram a safe and supportive place where people feel comfortable expressing themselves is our top priority - particularly when it comes to young people

Every day people from all over the world use Instagram to share their own mental health journey and get support from the community For those struggling with mental health issues we want them to be able to access support on Instagram when and where they need it

Thats why we work in partnership with experts to give people the tools and information they need while using the app including how to report content get support for a friend they are worried about or directly contact an expert to ask for advice on an issue they may be struggling with

httpsyoungmindsorgukgclid=CPfW5pbU29QCFe2d7QodUzEOuQ

wwwprostartukcouk Page 9 of 11

Employer of the Month

SV Timber is an independent wood merchant based in Ilkeston Derbyshire

SV Timber have worked with Prostart for several years recruiting both

Apprenticersquos and also to train existing members of staff During this time

an excellent working relationship has been developed between the

companies

All members of staff are encouraged to develop themselves and obtain

qualifications including Forklift Truck Training and Saw Machinery

licences in addition to NVQrsquos and Apprenticeships

Over the past 6 months SV Timber have given the Apprentices time to work off the job to develop their

Maths and English to achieve their Apprenticeships

httpswwwsvtimbercouk

Apprentice of the Month

Owen Saunders Johnson is the learner of the month Owen works at the

Eastcroft Depot for Nottingham City Council Owen is an Administration

Apprentice working towards his level 2 qualification Owen has now been in

this role for 6 months and during that time he has broken his foot whilst

playing football but still continued to work

Owen has developed his skills and through his own hard work and initiative he

has now been asked to work on a several projects to develop the way the

organisation presents data

Owen demonstrates what an apprentice can bring

to an organisation with his skills and fresh outlook

wwwprostartukcouk Page 10 of 11

Congratulations to the following learnershellip

Name Level Qualification Achieved

Barker Kylie AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Batterbee Jordan IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Brown Klara Asantewaa IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Clegg John William AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Fisher Adam AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Ford Norma Helen AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Gordon Sharnie IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Henry-Reid Tiarna IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Hillier Abigail Caitlin IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Khan Shazia IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Morton Pamela AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Munyakare Munashe IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Shearman Matthew IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Siddique Saria IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Storrar Lauren May IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Wasim Saliah AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Waplington Laura IntApp Certificate in Accounting

Warburton Marion IntApp Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills

Broughton Sam AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Knowles Jamie AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Mann Sebastian AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Bania Lucy HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Longbottom Samantha Jane HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Bethan Easter

receiving her

Functional Skills ICT

Level 1 Certificate

Pamela Morton

receiving her ICT

Maths Level 2

Certificate

wwwprostartukcouk Page 11 of 11

Training Opportunities

PROSTARTrsquoS TRAINING PROGRAMME UPDATE Did you know that Prostart is now an Institute for Leadership amp Management (ILM) centre If you are interested in finding out more about these qualifications please contact Nina Ricci- ninaricciprostartukcouk

Prostart now have a timetable for off the job training sessions for the Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 Administration Programme This programme is foundation degree level and these sessions are to assist you to gain the knowledge needed for the assignment writing These sessions start at 9am and finish at 230pm and are held at Prostart offices in Long Eaton

For further information or to book onto this training please contact Tony Start ndash tonystartprostartukcouk

Feedback to us Pleasehellip

We hope you have enjoyed this newsletter we really appreciate all the feedback we receive and we would welcome your feedback on this newsletter too please click the link below to complete this really quick survey

httpswwwsurveymonkeycoukr9H2MMSM

Learner Benefits ndash Did you

know

As an Apprentice you are entitled to various benefits and discounts through the National Union of Studentsrsquo Apprentice Extra discount card This card has discounts available on travel sport books and DVD technology mobile and broadband as well as fashion beauty and going out The card costs pound11 and is valid for 12 months To apply please visit the link below

httpwwwapprenticeextracouk

If you have any questions about the content of this newsletter or need to get in touch

with us about anything else please contact us on 0115 9468182

Page 9: Prostart Newsletter...Prostart Newsletter Welcome To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart, find us on Facebook/Twitter or check-out Prostarts website . Contents Articles Page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 9 of 11

Employer of the Month

SV Timber is an independent wood merchant based in Ilkeston Derbyshire

SV Timber have worked with Prostart for several years recruiting both

Apprenticersquos and also to train existing members of staff During this time

an excellent working relationship has been developed between the

companies

All members of staff are encouraged to develop themselves and obtain

qualifications including Forklift Truck Training and Saw Machinery

licences in addition to NVQrsquos and Apprenticeships

Over the past 6 months SV Timber have given the Apprentices time to work off the job to develop their

Maths and English to achieve their Apprenticeships

httpswwwsvtimbercouk

Apprentice of the Month

Owen Saunders Johnson is the learner of the month Owen works at the

Eastcroft Depot for Nottingham City Council Owen is an Administration

Apprentice working towards his level 2 qualification Owen has now been in

this role for 6 months and during that time he has broken his foot whilst

playing football but still continued to work

Owen has developed his skills and through his own hard work and initiative he

has now been asked to work on a several projects to develop the way the

organisation presents data

Owen demonstrates what an apprentice can bring

to an organisation with his skills and fresh outlook

wwwprostartukcouk Page 10 of 11

Congratulations to the following learnershellip

Name Level Qualification Achieved

Barker Kylie AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Batterbee Jordan IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Brown Klara Asantewaa IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Clegg John William AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Fisher Adam AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Ford Norma Helen AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Gordon Sharnie IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Henry-Reid Tiarna IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Hillier Abigail Caitlin IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Khan Shazia IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Morton Pamela AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Munyakare Munashe IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Shearman Matthew IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Siddique Saria IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Storrar Lauren May IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Wasim Saliah AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Waplington Laura IntApp Certificate in Accounting

Warburton Marion IntApp Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills

Broughton Sam AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Knowles Jamie AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Mann Sebastian AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Bania Lucy HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Longbottom Samantha Jane HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Bethan Easter

receiving her

Functional Skills ICT

Level 1 Certificate

Pamela Morton

receiving her ICT

Maths Level 2

Certificate

wwwprostartukcouk Page 11 of 11

Training Opportunities

PROSTARTrsquoS TRAINING PROGRAMME UPDATE Did you know that Prostart is now an Institute for Leadership amp Management (ILM) centre If you are interested in finding out more about these qualifications please contact Nina Ricci- ninaricciprostartukcouk

Prostart now have a timetable for off the job training sessions for the Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 Administration Programme This programme is foundation degree level and these sessions are to assist you to gain the knowledge needed for the assignment writing These sessions start at 9am and finish at 230pm and are held at Prostart offices in Long Eaton

For further information or to book onto this training please contact Tony Start ndash tonystartprostartukcouk

Feedback to us Pleasehellip

We hope you have enjoyed this newsletter we really appreciate all the feedback we receive and we would welcome your feedback on this newsletter too please click the link below to complete this really quick survey

httpswwwsurveymonkeycoukr9H2MMSM

Learner Benefits ndash Did you

know

As an Apprentice you are entitled to various benefits and discounts through the National Union of Studentsrsquo Apprentice Extra discount card This card has discounts available on travel sport books and DVD technology mobile and broadband as well as fashion beauty and going out The card costs pound11 and is valid for 12 months To apply please visit the link below

httpwwwapprenticeextracouk

If you have any questions about the content of this newsletter or need to get in touch

with us about anything else please contact us on 0115 9468182

Page 10: Prostart Newsletter...Prostart Newsletter Welcome To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart, find us on Facebook/Twitter or check-out Prostarts website . Contents Articles Page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 10 of 11

Congratulations to the following learnershellip

Name Level Qualification Achieved

Barker Kylie AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Batterbee Jordan IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Brown Klara Asantewaa IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Clegg John William AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Fisher Adam AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Ford Norma Helen AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Gordon Sharnie IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Henry-Reid Tiarna IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Hillier Abigail Caitlin IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Khan Shazia IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Morton Pamela AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Munyakare Munashe IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Shearman Matthew IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Siddique Saria IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Storrar Lauren May IntApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Wasim Saliah AdvApp BTEC Diploma in Business Administration

Waplington Laura IntApp Certificate in Accounting

Warburton Marion IntApp Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills

Broughton Sam AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Knowles Jamie AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Mann Sebastian AdvApp Diploma in Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals

Bania Lucy HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Longbottom Samantha Jane HiApps NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

Bethan Easter

receiving her

Functional Skills ICT

Level 1 Certificate

Pamela Morton

receiving her ICT

Maths Level 2

Certificate

wwwprostartukcouk Page 11 of 11

Training Opportunities

PROSTARTrsquoS TRAINING PROGRAMME UPDATE Did you know that Prostart is now an Institute for Leadership amp Management (ILM) centre If you are interested in finding out more about these qualifications please contact Nina Ricci- ninaricciprostartukcouk

Prostart now have a timetable for off the job training sessions for the Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 Administration Programme This programme is foundation degree level and these sessions are to assist you to gain the knowledge needed for the assignment writing These sessions start at 9am and finish at 230pm and are held at Prostart offices in Long Eaton

For further information or to book onto this training please contact Tony Start ndash tonystartprostartukcouk

Feedback to us Pleasehellip

We hope you have enjoyed this newsletter we really appreciate all the feedback we receive and we would welcome your feedback on this newsletter too please click the link below to complete this really quick survey

httpswwwsurveymonkeycoukr9H2MMSM

Learner Benefits ndash Did you

know

As an Apprentice you are entitled to various benefits and discounts through the National Union of Studentsrsquo Apprentice Extra discount card This card has discounts available on travel sport books and DVD technology mobile and broadband as well as fashion beauty and going out The card costs pound11 and is valid for 12 months To apply please visit the link below

httpwwwapprenticeextracouk

If you have any questions about the content of this newsletter or need to get in touch

with us about anything else please contact us on 0115 9468182

Page 11: Prostart Newsletter...Prostart Newsletter Welcome To keep up to date with all the news at Prostart, find us on Facebook/Twitter or check-out Prostarts website . Contents Articles Page

wwwprostartukcouk Page 11 of 11

Training Opportunities

PROSTARTrsquoS TRAINING PROGRAMME UPDATE Did you know that Prostart is now an Institute for Leadership amp Management (ILM) centre If you are interested in finding out more about these qualifications please contact Nina Ricci- ninaricciprostartukcouk

Prostart now have a timetable for off the job training sessions for the Higher Apprenticeship Level 4 Administration Programme This programme is foundation degree level and these sessions are to assist you to gain the knowledge needed for the assignment writing These sessions start at 9am and finish at 230pm and are held at Prostart offices in Long Eaton

For further information or to book onto this training please contact Tony Start ndash tonystartprostartukcouk

Feedback to us Pleasehellip

We hope you have enjoyed this newsletter we really appreciate all the feedback we receive and we would welcome your feedback on this newsletter too please click the link below to complete this really quick survey

httpswwwsurveymonkeycoukr9H2MMSM

Learner Benefits ndash Did you

know

As an Apprentice you are entitled to various benefits and discounts through the National Union of Studentsrsquo Apprentice Extra discount card This card has discounts available on travel sport books and DVD technology mobile and broadband as well as fashion beauty and going out The card costs pound11 and is valid for 12 months To apply please visit the link below

httpwwwapprenticeextracouk

If you have any questions about the content of this newsletter or need to get in touch

with us about anything else please contact us on 0115 9468182