About the Event 

Teacher Tours is a national pilot initiative delivered by NASC in partnership with CITB and CWIC, designed to give educators direct insight into the scaffolding industry and the opportunities it offers.

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), the UK’s sector skills council for construction across England, Scotland and Wales, plays a key role in attracting new talent, developing skills, and promoting safety through funding courses, setting industry benchmarks, and supporting training standards. In Wales, CWIC complements this by working closely with industry to build a stable, resilient workforce—identifying skills gaps and delivering innovative solutions to meet evolving demands.

Supporting this initiative, Centregreat Engineering brings extensive expertise in the delivery of critical infrastructure projects, including road and rail bridges, piers, jetties, water control structures and slipways. With strong capabilities in design management and assurance, their highly experienced engineering team specialises in both new-build and refurbishment projects. Their leadership includes a Chartered Civil and Structural Engineer with over 35 years’ experience, and all personnel are qualified to operate in rail environments.

Together, these organisations provide a comprehensive and practical introduction to the scaffolding sector, helping educators better understand career pathways and industry needs.

Who Should Attend? 

This event is suitable for professionals who support young people in making informed career decisions, particularly within education and employability settings. It is aimed at: 

  • Teachers 
  • Careers advisers 
  • Career leaders 
  • Employability and skills professionals

The session provides a structured, practical introduction to scaffolding as a modern, skilled and highly regulated profession, helping you better understand the opportunities available to the young people you support. 

By attending, you will: 

  • Develop a clear understanding of scaffolding as a professional career pathway 

  • Explore entry routes, qualifications and training pathways 

  • Learn about career progression and long-term opportunities 

  • Gain confidence in advising students about roles in the industry 

  • Experience the scale and diversity of scaffolding across multiple sectors 

Agenda 

Each session will include: 

  • Each session will include:

  • CITB Session
    • Overview of the 2026/27 Business Plan
    • CITB Support for Employers & Apprentices
    • Industry Insight Report highlights
    • Basic Skills
  • Centregreat Engineering Session
    • What is Scaffolding for Centregreat Engineering
    • Recruitment Requirements & Expectations
    • Career Progression Opportunities
    • Young Person / Apprentice Perspective
  • CWIC Session
    • Welcome and introduction to CWIC Scaffolding Academy
    • Overview of the CWIC Scaffolding Academy: Joanne Walker
    • What CWIC delivers and how the Academy is structured
    • Apprenticeship delivery and the Coleg Sir Gâr partnership – Gemma Fisher
    • Welsh apprentice perspectives- Q&A with two current Welsh-based scaffolding apprentices
    • Practical tour of the Academy and training environment
  • Q&A and next steps with CWIC, CITB, CSG and Centregreat Engineering

Important Information

Spaces are limited to maintain a high-quality experience and places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full joining instructions will be shared after registration

Register to Book Your Place

Please complete the registration form to secure your place at your chosen location.

 

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