NORTHERN flexi job apprenticeship agency EN:Able Futures has confirmed it will expand its service into the agricultural and environmental sectors, in alliance with Riverlution.
With the growing demand for skilled professionals in the agricultural and environmental sectors, the expansion marks a key step in broadening the horizons of apprenticeship opportunities, helping to address the skills gap and foster sustainable development.
Part of Efficiency North Holdings, over the past decade EN:Able Futures has built a reputation as the best-in-class flexi-job apprenticeship agency, providing high-quality apprenticeships across the built environment sector to enable young people across the North of England to become employment ready.
Under the new partnership, environmental sector expert Riverlution, a not-for-profit training provider that is part of The River Stewardship Company, will manage the apprenticeship services. EN:Able Futures will continue to deliver the flexi-job apprenticeships under its Department for Education license, ensuring that the quality and integrity of the apprenticeship journey are maintained.
Geoff Guy, managing director of Riverlution, said: “Partnering with EN:Able Futures is a fantastic opportunity to allow us to bring our expertise in environmental training to a wider audience. This strategic initiative opens doors to new opportunities and develops a skilled workforce ready to meet the challenges of the green economy.”
Lee Parkinson, chief executive of Efficiency North Holdings, added: “Working with Riverlution is the next step in supporting talent in the agriculture and environment sectors. Our respective organisations have shared aims and values as not-for-profit companies and equally, we share a passion for the provision of high-quality apprenticeships and training. With that in mind, this approach delivers the life-changing opportunities our green economy is in serious need of.”
Founded on collaboration, this partnership will create new pathways for individuals to gain valuable skills and qualifications, while contributing to the sustainability and growth of the agricultural and environmental sectors. By leveraging the expertise and resources of both EN:Able Futures and Riverlution, the initiative will provide a seamless experience that benefits both apprentices and employers, hereafter demonstrating EN:Able Futures’ commitment to adapting and responding to the evolving needs of the workforce.
For more information about EN:Able Futures and its new apprenticeship programs, visit https://www.efficiencynorth.org/futures.