Our Hessel Group Training Organisation (GTO) is about to see a flurry of traineeship completions in the following months, keeping our Field Officer, Bernie Crafter, very busy. These trainees work across aged care, disability, child care and business fields under the mentorship and supervision of host organisations looking to build their skilled workforce pipelines.
Today, we are celebrating Ashley Van Rooy, who completes her Business Traineeship, launching her into a new career using her knowledge and skills confidently in the workplace.
Hessel GTO's Partnerships Manager, Gill Elleway, worked with a leading residential care facility in Freeling, Wheatfields, to help them fill administration gaps in their office, supporting their team and management and providing excellent customer service. Hessel GTO ran the recruitment process, including advertising the role, interviewing candidates and presenting a shortlist to Wheatfields, who offered the role to Ashley.
Bernie then prepared Ashley to commence work, assisted with her enrolment into the course to gain a nationally recognised qualification BSB30120 Certificate III in Business with North East Vocational College, and connected her to Trainer Rosalie Ialeggio. A meeting was also conducted with MAS National to sign the training contract, and Ashley's traineeship commenced.
Ashley's working week as a trainee saw her in the Wheatfields office four days a week while studying one day a week. This provided the ideal environment for her to take her newly acquired skills into the workplace, which built confidence. She was also mentored by staff at Wheatfields and had regular check-ins with Bernie to ensure she was supported and thriving.
Below is a questionnaire Ashley has completed:
1. Have you enjoyed the traineeship experience?
Yes, it was a very good experience and helped me gain knowledge and experience moving forward in my role.
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What have been the biggest challenges you have faced during your traineeship?
The IT and different computer program platforms were a struggle, but I gained more confidence and knowledge over time to overcome the challenges.
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What have been the most rewarding aspects of your traineeship?
Being able to complete tasks and gain knowledge in the administration field, where I started off having known background knowledge at all. Also, forming a relationship and getting to know residents' families.
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What have you learned from your experience?
To be more patient, have confidence in myself and what I know and be bold and ask for help or other staff members if they need more support.
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What advice would you give to someone considering a traineeship?
To go into the course with an open mind, set your monthly self-goals and strive to achieve your monthly goals. Always ask for advice whenever you need it.
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What skills have you gained during your traineeship?
IT skills, communication skills, problem-solving and time management.
7. What has been your most memorable moment during your traineeship?
The whole experience has been memorable as I loved learning new skills throughout my course and gaining new relationships with staff, residents and resident families.
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How has your traineeship prepared you for your future career?
It has given me the knowledge to move forward with my goal to know and to go on and be an executive assistant.
- Would you recommend others to complete a traineeship?
Yes, I would, as it helps you gain the knowledge you need to do administration tasks and helps as a building block to other career paths.
Hear from Ashley as she speaks about her traineeship below:
Congratulations, Ashley; we are thrilled to have been involved in your traineeship and the foundations of your new career. You'll be amazing!
