Schoolchildren Learn From Paris

Futureworks, part of Pembrokeshire County Council’s Regeneration Service, is celebrating the selection of Paris Flood as an Apprenticeship Ambassador.

Paris is one of a few young people selected as part of the Welsh Government’s plans to promote apprenticeships as an alternative to university.

Paris – a Business Administration Apprentice with Futureworks – visited schools in Pembrokeshire in January and February this year to share her own personal journey and experiences as an Apprentice.

She aims to inspire current pupils to consider finding out more about the benefits of following an apprenticeship career path.

Paris left full-time education when she was 18, deciding that she no longer wanted to be in a classroom environment and was keen to work in Pembrokeshire.

After making enquiries with Futureworks about Apprenticeships, she was selected by JCP Solicitors in Fishguard. Her commitment, dedication and hard work saw her complete her Foundation Apprenticeship at Level 2 in Business Administration and progress to an Apprenticeship at Level 3.

When Paris completes her Apprenticeship learning at the end of March this year she plans, to continue her learning with legal qualifications with JCP Solicitors’ support.

Cabinet member for Economy and Communities Councillor Keith Lewis believes she is an inspiration.

“Deciding on your future while at school is one of the toughest decisions anyone is likely to make, so to hear how Paris is sharing her story is fantastic.

“Going on to higher education is not for everyone and Paris’ success is proof that other avenues of learning can lead to promising careers.”

For more information contact Futureworks on 01437 776437 or find them on www.facebook.com/FutureworksPembs.

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From left to right : Vanessa Robinson, Assessor from Futureworks, Geraldine Davies, Internal Mentor and Paris Flood, Trainee Legal Secretary.