Youngsters exploring career choices ahead of joining secondary school have gained insight into life in the construction industry, with help from insulation specialist Actis
Its regional sales director for the East and Scotland, Steven Ellis, shared his passion for creating thermally efficient homes with youngsters from a Bedfordshire school situated a stone’s throw from the site of the new Universal Studios attraction.
He was one of several professionals from a variety of industries invited to talk to the youngsters at a Careers and Aspirations Day at Marston Vale Middle School.
Steven was encouraged that one of the questions asked by many of the 600 children taking part was “How does reflective insulation work?”
“The children were very engaged, initially asking me questions about why I do what I do, what made me choose this and whether I enjoy my job. Other questions included how reflective insulation differs from traditional insulation.
“I talked about the construction industry, what insulation does and what we do at Actis. Each year group was given 30 minutes in the hall in which to go around the different stands to speak to professionals from different industries.”
Imaginative projects highlight the prospects of a construction career
Steven also referenced the theme park, due to open on the school’s doorstep in 2031, as an example of the kind of imaginative project open to those choosing a construction career path.
“With predictions that there will be 8.5 million visitors a year at first, and 12 million within 20 years of opening, the magnitude of the resort points to a great need for skilled tradespeople and apprentices.
“These will be required to work not only on the 476-acre theme park but also on the road and rail links being created and upgraded to allow access to the site. This is a career opportunity on their doorstep, and I’m hoping they will share my enthusiasm!”
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