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WHAT ARE JOB SKILLS? Job Skills are ‘soft skills’ which are qualities, behaviour and attributes you need to be successful in the workplace. At Northern Skills Group we will not only help you achieve your qualification, but also develop Job Skills which will make you more employable to future employers and help you with your future career goals.
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The Job Skills you will develop during your apprenticeship are: Job Skills
Description
Having a Strong Work Ethic
Being motivated and dedicated to getting the job done. Are you conscientious and do you do your best work all of the time?
Having a Positive Attitude
Are you optimistic and upbeat? Do you generate good energy and good will?
Having and Using Good Communication Skills
Being a good communicator involves not only speaking, but also writing and listening skills. Can you make your case and express yourself in a way that builds bridges with colleagues and customers?
Having Good Maths, English and IT Skills
Are you able to use IT as part of your working life? Are you able to use maths skills to help you in your work? Can you use professional written and spoken English?
Having Effective Time Management Skills
Do you know how to prioritise tasks and work on a number of different projects at once? Will you use your time wisely to complete course work and work tasks? Are you able to meet deadlines?
Problem-Solving Skills
Are you resourceful and able to help solve problems that will inevitably arise? Will you take ownership of problems or leave them for someone else?
Being an Active Team Player
Do you work well in groups and teams? Will you be co-operative when working with others? Can you work with others to get the job done?
Having Self-Confidence
Do you truly believe you can do the job? Will you project a sense of calm and inspire confidence in others? Will you have the courage to ask questions that need to be asked and to freely contribute your ideas?
Being Able to Accept and Learn From Professional Criticism
Are you able to handle criticism? Are you approachable and open to learning and growing as a person and as a professional employee?
Being Flexible and Adaptable
Are you able to adapt to new situations and challenges? Will you embrace change and be open to new ideas?
Able to Work Well Under Pressure
Can you handle the stress that accompanies deadlines and problems? Will you be able to do your best work when under pressure?
During your Apprenticeship at Northern Skills Group, with the help of your Training Adviser and employer, you will develop the ability to listen well, communicate effectively, build trust, manage time effectively and much, much more.
appropriate targets to improve. You will regularly review your job skills every 12 weeks with your Training Adviser and employer. You will continue to improve your job skills throughout your qualification.
How will it work?
If you have any further questions about job skills please contact your Training Adviser.
You, your Training Adviser and employer will complete your first Jobs Skills Assessment at your 6m week review. You will rate yourself against the previously mentioned job skills and then write
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GOOD LUCK, BE AMAZING AND ENJOY YOUR APPRENTICESHIP WITH NORTHERN SKILLS GROUP