Can you help Birmingham students “Get Work Ready”?

Rainmaker (a partner working with Birmingham City Council) and ELSA (a community interest company that empowers young people through skills development) will be running a “Get Work Ready” event for Year 10 students at City Academy Birmingham on Tuesday 28th January …. and we need volunteers!

ELSA’s “Get Work Ready” is a day of hands-on workshops that brings students and businesses together with the aim of introducing students to the application processes used by businesses, allowing them a real glimpse into what it is that employers look for.

The day includes a variety of team and individual activities which is great fun and provides a chance for local employers to get involved in what is an incredibly rewarding experience …and you never know, a future star employee of yours could be at the event!

As a volunteer, you can be involved in a number of ways:

• Could you take on the role of interviewer, providing constructive feedback and positive advice?

• Could you run a scenario with students based around how your company addresses and overcomes challenges? Maybe give them a challenge to deal with which teaches them to apply real-world work skills like problem-solving and teamwork?

 Rainmaker will be there to help lead the day. We simply need your time and enthusiasm!

If you’re a Birmingham based business and can provide volunteers for the day, or want to know more about how you can make a difference, please get in touch at matthew.wallbridge@rainmaker.solutions.