The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has launched a new toolkit which aims to promote construction careers among school pupils.

The 'Think Construction' initiative will help CIOB members structure careers advice sessions to improve the industry's image among pupils aged between 14 – 19.

Having been developed in partnership with teachers and young people, features include a film, presentations, case studies, games and content describing managerial career opportunities across the sector that are open to those without a degree, as well as graduates.


In addition, CIOB is working with 'Inspiring the Future' to provide a match-making service which facilitates introductions, helping to connect together schools, CIOB members and their firms.

Jacqueline Balian, Commercial Director at the CIOB, said: "We are very conscious many pupils and schools are only aware of the trade level jobs in construction and that is hampering the sector's recruitment scope. We aim to show the full range of management positions and help our members attract the new people they need.

"Now that they have clear targets in terms of careers advice, schools are looking for people to talk to pupils about careers and CIOB Members can volunteer to do that. We are particularly keen to get our Novus Members involved where they can talk in schools about their job and what it's like to work in construction. We are asking Members to give us just one hour of their time to inspire young people into the sector."

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