STAFF NEWS

Doncaster GTA would like to welcome our new members of

staff:

Neil Oakland - Tutor

Sean Royle - Logistic Instructor

Audrey Mangham - Cleaning Operative

Elizabeth Akinrinmade - CleaningOperative

We say goodbye to Ian Goldacre we wish him well for the future.

FREE COURSES FOR OUR APPRENTICES

Doncaster GTA are offering all their apprentices FREE courses in Health & Safety (including Ladder Safety, Abrasive Wheels, Fire

Safety, Manual Handling and Emergency First Aid at Work) and Technical (including Basic Welding, SRS Systems, Hybrid Vehicle

Level 2, ABS Brakes, Basic Electrics (in motor vehicles), Air Con, Multiplexing and High Pressure Diesel Injection (HPDI).

These courses are open to anyone who wishes to book on if you are not a GTA apprentice then there will be a small charge. For further

information please contact us on 01302 832831 or email admin@doncastergta.co.uk. If you are a GTA apprentice please see your tutor

if you are wanting more information or to book on any of the courses.

OTHER NEWS

Doncaster GTA is now an official drop off point for this years

Hallam FM Mission Christmas. This will be our third year of

being an official drop off point for this great cause.

They require new and unwrapped gifts suitable for children and

young people aged 0-18years old. The Closing date is Tuesday

17th December 2019, just drop your gift off with us and we

will do the rest. For more information please contact us on

01302 832831 or go to the Hallam FM website.

Christmas Jumper day

Doncaster GTA are having a

Christmas jumper week in aid of

Save the Children from

Monday 9th December 2019 -

Friday 13th December 2019. Everyone who joins in and donates

will be making the world better with a sweater.

VIRTUAL REALITY TRAINING COMES TO DONCASTER GTA

In November Mimbus (France) visited GTA Doncaster to demonstrate SIMSPRAY, a virtual reality interactive training aid. Learners across all departments were given the opportunity to have a go at spray painting using this ground-breaking training technology. The Learners and Tutors alike were intrigued and challenged by the experience; a healthy competitive spirit was evidenced as all involved endeavoured to obtain the best percentage score possible! Could this be the way forward in delivering training? Next step….virtual reality Tutors! We’ll keep you updated.

Macmillan Coffee week

Doncaster GTA held a MacMillan coffee morning on both our sites week commencing 23rd September 2019.

We raised £150.60!

We would like to thank everyone who contributed their time baking and also everyone who bought a cake and donated. We look forward to doing it all again next year.

Autumn/Winter 2019

WELL DONE TO ALL FULL FRAMEWORK

ACHIEVERS

The following students have achieved their full Level 2 or Level 3 Apprentice Framework:- Jacob Cairns - Midas Motor & Repair Centre Ltd

Lewis Fox - Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council

Jack Glasby - Pelican DAF

Josh Gosney-Dent - Compass Vehicle Solutions Ltd

Liam Port - Imtec Ltd

Sam Porter - John Hudsons Trailers Ltd

Jonathan Thorpe - GLP Motor Care Ltd

Lewis Copcutt - Dent & Scratch

Ethan Grace - GBA Group

Jacob Brodie - Pawsons Commercials

Lewis Bagnall - Challenger S74 Ltd

Ethan Baxter - Expert Tyres Ltd

Shahzaib Khan –Dot MOT Ltd

Koby Richardson

Jack Roberts - Stoneacre

Ronan Wood -

Levi Woodhouse -

Nathan Culver

Morgan Cunningham - Yorkshire Main Motors

Leon Smith - Moseley PCV Ltd

Lewis Gravil - Roanza Truck & Van

Usman Khan - Cinema Garage

Jason Hewitt - Motor Tech Direct

Tinotenda Ngara - GBA Group

Olivia Ogden - Gray & Adams

Mykey Wills -

Alan Wilson -

Casey Heeley - Hoyle Mill MOT

Mubarak Arif - Hillcliffe Garage

Callum Doyle - Newell & Wright

Connor Errick - Team Roberts

Jacek Majewski -

Joshua Smith - Hutchinson Motors Ltd

Levi Street - HRVS Group Ltd

Kiren Whitfield - Carsure of Rotherham

NEED HELP FINDING STAFF -

APPRENTICE RECRUITMENT

Recruitment has started regarding the July 2020 school leavers, there are lots of eager young people waiting to start their Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle, Body Repair, Parts Department and Business Studies.

If you are looking to increase your workshop/office staff, you may wish to consider taking on an apprentice, please contact Neil Corfield or Anne-Marie Paterson on Doncaster 01302 832831 or Sheffield 01142 751751 or via email: admin@doncastergta.co.uk for further information.

NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE RATE FROM APRIL

2019

£8.21 an hour for workers aged 25 and over. £7.70 an hour for workers aged 21 to 24 £6.15an hour for workers aged 18 to 20. £4.35 an hour for workers under 18. £3.90 For Apprentices (*)

(* This rate is for apprentices under 19 or those in the first year of their

apprenticeship.)

For further information see:- www.gov.uk

HYBRID COURSES

Course Content:

• Identification of the components that make up the hybrid system

• Construction and function of battery modules

• Construction and function of hybrid motors

• Construction and function of associated hybrid components

• Safety precautions to be taken before carrying out any maintenance and repair

procedures

• Identification of high voltage cabling and associated components

• Precautions required when working with hybrid components

• Procedures required to make the hybrid system safe before carrying out repair

activities

• Appropriate methods to re-instate vehicles after repairs affecting hybrid systems

• Additional tools and equipment required to carry out work on hybrid vehicles

For further information on this and other ATA courses please contact Mr Neil Corfield on 01302 832831 or via email: admin@doncastergta.co.uk

Once again Doncaster Group Training Association Limited has successfully been

registered on RoATP. To be eligible to deliver apprenticeship training for apprenticeships

that start on 1 May 2017, or after, organisations must be listed on the register of

apprenticeship training providers (RoATP).

Organisations that are listed on the RoATP have been through an application process with the ESFA that considers due diligence, capability, quality and financial health to assess training providers capability to deliver high-quality apprenticeship training. New Training Levy and how will it affect you?

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT US ON 01302 832831 or VIA EMAIL:

admin@doncastergta.co.uk

GDPR - DATA PROTECTION

For any company that collects and handles data are you aware of the changes that came into force on the 25th May 2018? Don’t get caught out as you

could receive a hefty fine, if you are unsure visit the government website for more information.

Equality and Diversity News Over a third of Britons admit ageist behaviour in new study More than a third of British people admit that they have discriminated against others because of their age, according to new research on everyday ageism, with those in their 30s most guilty. Those in their 30s are most guilty of using ageist language, with almost half admitting to having been ageist at some point. But while more than half of the over-50s surveyed believe that ageist language like this is unintentional, most say it has made them feel less valued (68%), unhappy (60%) and alienated (52%). The report found that Southampton was the most ageist city in the UK, with 46% of residents admitting they had discriminated against someone on the basis of their age, and Bristol the least, with just 20% admitting ageism. More over-50s living in the West Midlands (42%) and Yorkshire (41%) believe that the problem of ageism is getting worse, more so than in any other UK region. Caroline Abrahams, charity director of Age UK, said: “Ageism must become as unacceptable as every other form of discrimination.” Shelley Hopkinson, public affairs manager at Independent Age, agreed, adding: “part of the problem is that people often don’t even realise that the language they’re using can be ageist or cause offence”.

Safeguarding, Prevent & British Values News The Independent Commission for Countering Extremism Report July 2019 The independent Commission for Countering Extremism was formed in 2018 and is led by Lead Commissioner Sara Khan. They are currently working on a reporting into all forms of extremism in England and Wales for the Home Secretary. Their latest publication ‘Call for Evidence’ was released in July 2019 which researches into extremism in England, Wales and Scotland. More information can be found by following the link below. http://preventforfeandtraining.org.uk/wpcontent/uploads/2019/07/Call_For_Evidence_Summary.pdf

GTA Doncaster Welcome SATA GTA Doncaster was pleased to welcome Jamie Taylor, Regional Sales Manager for SATA, to spend the day with our Accident Repair Paint Level 2 Apprentices. Jamie spoke about SATA spray gun technology in class and was asked to share his career journey, which began with Mercedes as an Accident Repair Paint Apprentice, and eventually took him on to travel to many different countries worldwide. Our Learners found Jamie to be a great inspiration as they took the opportunity to consider and discuss their own career aspirations. In the afternoon, Jamie took the Learners into the workshop to demonstrate the various spray guns that SATA have available. A number of the Apprentices took the opportunity to try out this cutting edge spray gun technology and thoroughly enjoyed the day using this market leading equipment. SATA have been pleased to present GTA with a series of spray guns in order to help further the skill set of the Accident

Repair Paint Apprentices. We look forward to developing a strong working relationship with SATA in moving forward in

order to facilitate the best possible learning experience at GTA.

DRIVER CPC PERIODIC TRAINING We have passed our first major milestone for Driver CPC training. As of September 2014 all LGV drivers should be in possession of a Driver Qualification Card to prove they have carried out the required 35 hours of Driver CPC approved training, if they are driving professionally. Once issued this card should be carried when driving an in-scope LGV commercially. The courses continue to be well attended with the programming of 5-day block courses throughout the year, which have been very well attended, some fully-booked. The block courses have attracted mainly LGV licence holders wanting to return to the industry as well as other operatives who require Driver CPC training ‘all in one go’.

TRANSPORT MANAGER CERTIFICATE OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE (CPC) The Transport Manager CPC course continues to be well attended, and have returned good pass rates – especially for those candidates who undertake a ten-day study course. One recent alteration has been the extension to the Passenger (PCV) study course from the previous 3 days tuition offered, increasing upto the first 4 days of study, this option is available on every course. We programmed a full ten-day study course for Passenger candidates in preparation for the CPC exams. We intend to offer the full study course for Passenger delegates at least once a year, dependant on demand.

TRANSPORT MANAGER 2-DAY REFRESHER COURSE We have noticed a demand for CPC refresher courses through various channels. These courses are programmed on request at mutual convenience and can be tailored to meet individual organisation’s needs. Course content can include such subjects as: Drivers’ Hours Rules, Operator Licensing, Working Time Directive, Vehicle Maintenance and many more modules. Sometimes Transport Managers are requesting this refresher training on a voluntary basis to keep up to date. The Certificates issued to course delegates are recognised by official bodies such as the Traffic Commissioners Central Licensing Office as verification of attendance on a legitimate Refresher course. For enquiries regarding transport & logistics courses contact Charlotte McLaughlin or Annette Scott on 01302 832831.

ADR (CARRIAGE OF DANGEROUS GOODS BY ROAD)

ADR Initial and Refresher courses are still proving popular at Doncaster GTA. We are seeing a steady rise in course bookings for the monthly Initial courses and also the bi-monthly Refresher courses for current ADR licence holders. We are also still offering Driver CPC accreditation whilst attending an ADR course, just a reminder you can claim up to 28 hours (four days) towards your DCPC Periodic Training if attending an Initial ADR course and 7 hours (one day) towards Periodic Training if booked on a Refresher course.

DGSA TRAINING COURSE The Dangerous Goods Safety Advisors (DGSA) course is starting to increase in popularity. This course prepares candidates for their DGSA exams and are programmed quarterly. The open-book exams are sat at various locations nationwide and the course covers the important ADR legislation, including mock exams and the correct referencing techniques to be used. For enquiries regarding transport & logistics courses contact Charlotte McLaughlin or Annette Scott on 01302 832831.

FORK LIFT TRUCK AND DRIVER TRAINING

Refresher Training Why is it necessary? The HSE strongly recommend operators have regular refresher training. This has added benefits for the employer and their employees. For the employer it maintains good working standards and for the employee it keeps their skills which they were taught on basic training up to date, also to maintain good driving habits.

Fork Lift Truck training is available at our Sheffield branch for competitive prices call us on 0114 2751751 or 01302 832831