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SHELFORCE , A LEADING manufacturer and installer of PVC-u windows and doors that employs people with a range of disabilities , is set to open a dedicated training facility to provide regular work experience placements and invest in the future .
Once the facility is complete , the firm will welcome students from nearby schools , including special needs schools , to its Erdington factory for a valuable introduction to the world of work , and an insight into life at a proudly inclusive local employer . The training facility will be refurbished by Keepmoat , one of Shelforce ’ s construction partners .
The Birmingham-based Shelforce provides high-quality products to local authority building projects around the country , including for Birmingham City Council , and Howard Trotter , Shelforce Business Manager , commented : “ By offering regular work experience placements , we want to help young adults of all abilities take their first steps into
the workplace – and continue a proud legacy of supporting Birmingham ’ s population that stems back to 1839 .
“ Having an integrated approach to employment requires an unconventional recruitment process , and a hands-on , practical approach to training that replicates the factory floor operations – but if you ’ re willing to make that initial investment , you ’ re rewarded with the most passionate and dedicated workers you could ask for .
“ Everyone here is hugely excited to welcome the young adults to the factory to show them the fantastic quality work we do here .”
One of Shelforce ’ s longest-serving staff members , Trevor Pettifer , has gone back to college at the age of 64 to complete a training certificate so the company can offer students the best possible experience .
Founded in Harborne in 1839 as part of the Royal School for the Blind , Shelforce is a Eurocell supply partner that provides highquality products to local authority building projects around the country .
www . shelforce . com
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