Adam began his career at Kibble as a Graduate Apprentice working alongside the ICT team while studying Software Development at the University of the West of Scotland.
Working at Kibble is an opportunity to build a long-term, rewarding career. Vacancies vary from frontline care staff to jobs within corporate services, which support overall business operations. Departments include finance, HR, ICT and more. The charity values ambition and recruits driven employees who aspire to reach their full potential too. The staff team strives to do their best whether they work directly with young people or not and in return, Kibble invests heavily in career development for all.
Kibble offers various Apprenticeship Programmes to widen opportunities for job seekers. The Career Start in Child and Youth Care programme trains those who want to become Child and Youth Care Workers. Alternatively, there are Graduate or Modern Apprenticeships in a range of our business areas.
As an ICT Graduate Apprentice, Adam is part of Kibble’s established ICT department while working towards a university degree in Software Development at the University of the West of Scotland. Adam is appreciative of his ICT colleagues who can provide him with advice and guidance from their lived experience. The insight into their daily responsibilities and practical knowledge boosts Adam’s understanding of the coursework. Adam is determined to complete the academic qualification and join the team permanently as a full-time ICT Systems Analyst.
It has been a positive experience for Adam to learn while completing on-the-job training as he values time with his colleagues: “I work within Kibble’s ICT department while studying Software Development at the University of the West of Scotland. I shadow my co-workers who take the time to explain each step involved in resolving the issues we’re working on.”
“Being taught on the job lets me ask any questions freely. I feel so much more confident and knowledgeable when I go to study because I have seen what we’re talking about applied in the real workplace.”
Adam is leading by example, demonstrating the rewarding career you can have at Kibble when you show great enthusiasm for learning and teamwork.
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