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Charlie Jenkins

Charlie Jenkins

Charlie Jenkins is 18 and a keen photographer. He is currently studying his final year of a BTEC National Diploma in Media Production at Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College.

Building low-carbon skills capacity and capability in London

Podium Skills London in partnership with Think Up organised a highly participative workshop for Colleges

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Finding the Right Job Skills
For the 2012 Games

Podium Skills London: Finding the right job skills for the 2012 Games

The 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games will place London and Londoners on the world stage in a way that no other events can. They are two of the largest sporting events on the face of the planet and will offer an unparalleled opportunity to raise levels of aspiration and equip Londoners with the right skills for jobs.

  • What is Podium Skills London?

    We aim to give you the best possible information on training for currently in-demand skills that relate to the many employment opportunities created by the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

  • What do we mean by ‘Finding the right job skills’?

    Podium Skills London can tell you about the types of skills needed to deliver the 2012 Games - in other words, the skills you need to help you get a paid or unpaid job linked directly or indirectly to the Games.

  • How do I find out about training?

    With 52 further education colleges and over 40 universities in London, there are many places that you can find the right training. We recommend that you visit Hotcourses to find the right course to suit your needs.

  • I’m not a student. Is Podium Skills London for me?

    If you’re part of a college or university it could also be useful for you to read on and find out more about the specific skills demands of the 2012 Games. This could help you spot potential skills shortages and think about how you could help fill them.

  • What about after the Games have left town?

    Remember, the 2012 Games are not just about a few weeks of sport. Many opportunities in areas such as hospitality and construction will continue after the Games. Additionally, the new communities that will develop in and around the Olympic Park after 2012 will offer a wide range of job opportunities on top of those in the wider London economy. If you have the right skills, you can ensure you’re in a strong position from which to make the most of these future opportunities.