Young people interested in an apprenticeship with Sandwell Council are invited to find out more at an event next month. The council will be taking on hundreds more apprentices over the coming years. Anyone interested in starting their career with the council is urged to come along to the Council House in Oldbury on Thursday 9 March. The event, which is on from 2.30pm until 6.30pm in the council chambers, is open to young people aged 15 to 24 (and their parents if they want to come along).

Council apprentices who are already working for the council as well as the council’s employment team will be on hand to give advice, chat about vacancies and how to apply.

Sandwell Council’s cabinet member for regeneration and investment Councillor Paul Moore said: “The council does a vast amount of work across so many different areas, which means we offer a real range of apprenticeships – from admin and customer service to horticulture, mechanics and highways.

“We will have some of our current apprentices on hand to chat so young people will be able to get a good idea of what to expect from an apprenticeship.

“Apprenticeships are a great way to earn while you learn, get work experience and put some money in your pocket without leaving you with debt.

“I’d encourage anyone who is thinking about what they want to do after school, or anyone who has been out of school for a while but is now looking for a career, to come along.”