FIS member Roseville Contracts has provided valuable work experince to Level 2 Technical Plastering students from Dudley College.

Students have immersed themselves into the workplace and were able to take part in practical, hands-on activities. Not only have they been learning about the importance of safe working practices, they’ve also been able to develop their skills to industry standards.

Mark Kelsey, Managing Director of Roseville Contracts said: “I believe in helping young people wanting to enter the industry and give them the opportunity to further develop their skills in the plastering and drylining trades. The team at Roseville Contracts are pleased to have been involved in the drylining and plastering course at the CAT Centre, and to be part of the students learning experience. We will continue to offer our continuous support and build on our good relationship with the plastering department.”

Course tutor, Craig Bradley, said: “Following the launch of our new dry lining course in October 2021, the good relationship built with Roseville Contracts has enabled students to enhance their learning. All students received a full induction from Roseville Contracts, who supplied full PPE and workwear, provided transport to the work sites and made them feel part of the team. We would like to thank them for their support and dedication in making the work experience a success.”

Harry Westwood, Level 2 Technical Plastering Student, said: “I would like to thank Roseville Contracts Ltd, and my tutor Craig, for giving me the opportunity to work for three weeks. From the minute I was picked up by the plasterers, I was encouraged to use the skills I had learned on my course, try different plastering techniques and develop new ones. It has given me the confidence to know I can work as part of a team and have chosen a career I am going to enjoy. I understand now what employers are looking for and the importance of time keeping, positive attitude and working hard in college.”

Alfie Harris, Level 2 Technical Plastering Student, said: “The work experience has really made me want to succeed in my qualifications and given me the confidence to know that I have chosen the right career as a plasterer and are ready to apply for plastering positions. I would like to thank Roseville Contracts Ltd for giving me the PPE and giving me the opportunity to work on a building site.”

If you’d like to find out more about courses at the CAT centre, please visit dudleycol.ac.uk/Courses/Full-Time