What we do...
Under Section 37 of the RRA 1976 and Amendment Act 2000 PATRA offers traineeships of between 12 to 24 months with on the job training at a host placement and the opportunity to study for academic/vocational qualification.
The training is broken down into three parts training package to trainees;
- On the job work experience following an agreed training programme with a placement organisation.
- A qualification course relevant to the role undertaken. This is either provided within your work place or on a day release basis, whichever is applicable.
- Personal development (guidance and counselling) from a Training and Development Officer.
PATRA also offers support in the management of the training programme by working in partnership with the trainee's supervisor and helping to devise the training plan;.
- We help employers to address under representation the provision of dedicated and committed trainees.
- The support in the management of the training programme. A well structured training programme that encompasses on the job training, academic course and personal development training.
It makes good business to have a culturally diverse workforce in terms of the confidence it instils in the community. PATRA is dedicated to improving the life chances of people from the BME communities by providing them with the skills, knowledge and experience to compete in the labour market.