D2N2 LEP Skills for a Productive Workforce Construction University of Derby, Enterprise Centre 24 th July 2015

D2N2 Skills for Productivity Objectives of the Day: Share and further develop understanding of the sector locally Provide an opportunity to share what is being done, and showcase positive progress Bring you up to date on the work of the Employer Led Sector Consultative Task Groups and the Development of their Action Plans Share the ‘Top Eight Asks’ of the sector, and its expectations Understand better which of the Asks can be addressed currently Joint development of actions plan to tackle challenges where more joint work may be required Identify where D2N2 LEP may need to seek additional freedoms and flexibilities to enable the Skills sector to better support employers locally Developing a sector specific ONA/TNA

Skills in D2N2 – The Context The Advisory Groups are a collective body of ‘sector ambassadors’ who provide the link between the sector and the D2N2 LEP informing strategic awareness, developments, needs and actions. D2N2 LEP has an Advisory Group for each of the eight sector areas of Economic Focus: Transport Equipment Manufacturing; Life Sciences; Food and Drink Manufacturing; Construction; Visitor Economy; Low Carbon (Goods & Services); Transport and Logistics, and Creative Industries. The strategic principles for the sector and skills advisory groups are underpinned by the D2N2 strategic economic plan and ESIF strategy and are: Communication Advocacy Influence

The Construction Sector “Construction is a sector where Britain has a strong competitive edge. We have world-class expertise in architecture, design and engineering, and British companies are leading the way in sustainable construction solutions. It is also a sector with considerable growth opportunities, with the global construction market forecast to grow by over 70% by 2025.” Industrial Strategy: government and industry in partnership – Construction 2025

Construction Sector Overview - UK In 2014, output was £92 billion 6.4% of the economy 2.10 million jobs… and rising 106+ different occupation significant innovation in technology, materials and processes global context

Construction Sector Overview D2N2 In D2N2, construction: generates 8% of GVA, higher than the national average employs circa 70,000, or 1:12 people creates 3,200 jobs for every £100m invested in projects generates £2.84 for the economy for every £1 spent 2,006 micro, 328 small, 12 large businesses: Focus, opportunity and challenge

The Ian Hodgkinson Brickwork Academy at Derby College is founded on a vision to provide the very best education and experience possible for talented and ambitious students. Our aim is to provide real work experience, in tandem with a first- rate education, that makes the transition from study to employment as smooth and rewarding as possible. This is about building a future workforce for the UK. A workforce that has the academic, technical and life skills to thrive in the modern workplace. We are at a critical point in terms of the skills base in the country. The demand for housing has never been higher but our ability to supply that demand is at a low ebb. We want to do something about that.

In partnership with Derby College, we will help to shape the future of vocational education. We will fill the skills gap by working in a cohesive relationship with all parties, blending the delivery of a first class apprenticeship and education with real-life experience on site. It is time to build our future on solid foundations. #BuildingMyFuture

Sector Consultative Task Groups

Key Issues and Challenges Skills shortages and gaps key roles and specialist skills pipeline analysis to inform sector needs Employability at all levels, particular focus on: Apprentices graduates… Careers Advice industry knowledge of young people young people knowledge of industry engaging and influencing parents, teachers and careers advisors Ageing Workforce and managing Age Diversity within the workforce Technology and Innovation, i.e. BIM Leadership, Management and Strategy links to business support Low Carbon and Green/Environmental energy markets retro fitting

Sector ‘Top 10 Asks’ 1.Skills delivery at all levels, and more specialisation 2.Support for sharing of best practice – harnessing pockets of good practice 3.Effective partnership between employers and the education system 4.Effective strategic action planning – for example, relating to the construction pipeline 5.Better linking skills provision to infrastructure projects 6.… What else?

Over to You Activity 1 Through joint discussion on your tables consider: 1.Which of the ‘Asks’ can currently be addressed? 2.Is the position understood by all Customers (Employers) and Suppliers (Colleges and Providers)? 3.Which of the ‘Asks’ cannot currently be addressed? 4.Why the ‘Asks’ cannot currently be addressed? 5.What actions would be required to address the issue?

Over to You again Activity 2 Developing a Sector Specific ONA/TNA 1)Would it be beneficial to have a sector specific ONA/TNA? 2)What is currently available and might be considered as good/best practice? Who is willing to share what? 3)Agree Next Steps - Involvement, Content and Sign Off. How do we take it forward?

Questions?

D2N2 Skills for a Productive Workforce Supporting Productivity and Business Growth Summary of the day and next steps