Darryl has more than 25 years’ experience in the construction industry as a business, training and apprenticeship manager. He is responsible for the overall management of the programme and works closely with our partner clients, contractors and stakeholders to ensure Y Prentis is strategically placed to respond to present and future challenges. Darryl creates new and develops existing relationships with key industry agencies, training provides and Welsh Government to ensure Y Prentis continues to provide long term, sustainable employment opportunities to support the future employment demand within the industry.
Dafydd has over 10 years’ experience working in the recruitment and training industry. He works closely with construction contractors, enabling the team to move apprentices around different locations to give them quality and quantity of work for professional achievement and to complete their qualifications. He maintains good working relationships with site managers, training providers and the apprentices to ensure programme is easy to access at all times.
Danielle is responsible for the delivery of the scheme’s marketing and engagement strategy. By engaging with a range of stakeholders, she helps the team identify and promote opportunities within the industry and ensure we celebrate the achievements of our apprentices. She works closely with the Programme Manager and Assistant Programme Manager to develop new relationships within the industry and showcases the great work we do with our partners.
Kellie works with our construction partners in relation to recruitment, finance and placement reviews to ensure the smooth running of Y Prentis. She works closely with the Assistant Programme Manager to ensure our apprentices are getting all the support they need, whether that be through initial inductions, providing ongoing advice and guidance or offering post-employment support.
Robyn supports the Senior Marketing and Engagement Officer with the delivery of the programme’s engagement activity. She focuses on engaging with schools and colleges across South East Wales, promoting construction as a career path and encouraging a wider range of young people to take up an apprenticeship. She actively promotes our apprenticeship offer, providing ongoing support to our apprentices throughout their apprenticeship.
Kathryn deals with enquires from both apprentices and contractors on a daily basis and provides ongoing support to the team to ensure the smooth running of the scheme. She also supports our apprentices by looking after the payroll process and offering advice and guidance where necessary.