Engagement and Advancement Pathways (JGW+)
Engagement and Advancement Pathways (JGW+)
This Jobs Growth Wales + (JGW+) programme is designed for learners aged between 16 – 19 years old in Wales who are not in employment, education or training.
A variety of subject pathways are available and upon successful completion, will allow progression into employment, apprenticeship or a Level 1 or 2 course at Pembrokeshire College or with another provider.
Is this course right for me?
Join one of our Engagement or Advancement courses based at Pembrokeshire College for 21 – 30 hours per week.
Engagement – entry level programmes covering a variety of subjects
Focusing on a specific vocational path to lead towards a career in the future, learners will choose from one of the following options:
- Business, Leisure and Tourism
- Information Technology
- General Engineering including Automotive
- Beauty, Arts, Child & Health Care and Hair (BACH)
Learners will receive employability training and all the support needed to fast forward to the next stage of life – all while being paid £42 per week.
A daily meal allowance of £3.90 is now available for all JGW+ learners attending Pembrokeshire College or Work Placement which is paid into learners bank accounts each week on top of the training allowance. Allowances are not means tested so all our JGW+ learners are entitled to the allowance regardless of household income.
Advancement
The Advancement Strand is developed for young people who have an interest in a particular career. This strand offers industry focused work tasters and placements, a Level 1 qualification and a variety of enrichment opportunities.
Learners can progress from Engagement or join Advancement Level 1 and choose from the following options:
- Business, Leisure and Tourism (from April 2025)
- Information Technology (from April 2025)
- Introductory Vocational Award – BACH and Motor Vehicle and Engineering (from April 2025)
A training allowance of up to £55 per week may also be accessible.
What are the entry requirements?
- No formal entry requirements
- Entry onto this course is subject to an Assessment Referral Report (ARR) which will be completed by the College or Careers Wales prior to starting the course
- Each application is considered on individual merit
- Entry is subject to attending a course information session or informal interview
- Available to those aged between 16 and 19 years
Current student - what are the entry requirements?
- Not applicable
What will I learn?
Learn basic skills tailored towards the subject pathway chosen, as well as the following core units which will prepare for employment or further learning:
- Personal development
- Employability
- Health and wellbeing
- Literacy and numeracy skills to work towards obtaining GCSE’s
Each pathway will develop progression plans for future career choices and aim to undertake work experience in a relevant industry.
Pathways available are;
Business, Leisure and Tourism – explore the Hospitality and Tourism sector, covering event planning, branding, and marketing. Learners will have the opportunity to visit local hotels and businesses, such as Folly Farm, to gain industry experience.
Information Technology – discover various ICT functions and career options. Learners will undertake a business unit, organising an event and working with an employer to develop social media or marketing strategies. Visits to local businesses will be included which have featured Bluestone and a virtual racing simulation company in previous years.
General Engineering including Automotive – covering health and safety in the industry, with a mix of theory and weekly hands-on sessions in our automotive and engineering workshops. Visits to local businesses will be included and learners have in the past attended trips to a virtual racing simulator business and visited local go-karting businesses.
Beauty, Arts, Child & Health Care and Hair (BACH) – this course introduces a range of careers with units in hair, beauty, and customer service taught through both theory and salon practice. Learners will also explore childcare and health and social care to develop practical skills, alongside weekly art sessions focused on activities like creating mood boards and learning to sew. In the past trips to Folly Farm, local pottery painting businesses and local Spas have been arranged as well as guest speakers teaching the art of body painting.
Will I need to study additional English & Maths skills?
- the course you are taking at College
- what grades you gained in your GCSE Maths and/or English Language
If you are studying a construction/trade course (brickwork, carpentry, electrical or plumbing):
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications
All other courses:
- Wales Essential Skills Toolkit (WEST) in upskilling / Lessons in Financial Education
- A one year GCSE resit course in required subject/s
- A one or two year pre-GCSE upskilling course
- A one year GCSE START upskilling course
Can I do this course in Welsh?
How will I be assessed?
- Continuous assessment during the course
- Practical assessment during the course
What can I do next?
Do I need to bring/buy any equipment?
- No additional equipment required
Any costs above are approximate and may change.
Are there any additional costs?
- No tuition fee
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Any costs above are approximate and may change.
Additional information
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Sports Academy: While on this course you may be able to join our Sports Academy, if you have a talent for sport, find out what we offer on our Sports Academy page.
