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Third time lucky for Bryn.

25/10/07

A Stalybridge man was crowned Modern Apprentice of the Year 2007 at New Charter's annual Staff Awards night.

Plasterer Bryn Shelley was so determined to combine his desire for learning with working for New Charter that he applied for a modern apprenticeship for THREE years!

Bryn, 22, lives in Cecil Street, Stalybridge. He was selected for the award from more than 60 modern apprentices. He joined New Charter in September 2006 and is starting his second year of a three-year apprenticeship under the wing of experienced plasterer Phil Speers.

Bryn went to West Hill School in Stalybridge, and left with 10 good GSCE passes. After getting three A levels at Ashton Sixth Form College, he got a job with a local builder and tried several trades before finding plastering was right for him. A few of his mates worked for New Charter and it was them who told him that he'd get great training with their building company. A beaming Bryn showing off his glass trophy, certificate and the £300 prize said:

"I was really pleased to get in. I have to thank my mum, Shirley and my girlfriend, Joanne who encouraged me to try again for a modern apprenticeship at New Charter. Their support has made the hard work of balancing work and study worthwhile. I also had an excellent mentor, who has since become a good friend. At first I was shell-shocked when my name was announced at the awards night. But I'm pleased my efforts have been recognised."

MANCAT in Openshaw provides the college-based learning which is guiding Bryn to a Level 2 NVQ in Plastering. Provided the college attract enough interest to run the qualification, Bryn wants to get a Level 3 NVQ in Plastering. But he's also got one eye on moving into building surveying as his studies succeed

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