We had a chat with Callum Currie who is completing his Level 3 Fenestration Fabrication apprenticeship at Right Price.
“I did a carpentry full-time course at Skills Group but then wanted to move into fenestration, as it’s a similar skills set. I’ve been at Right Price for around a year now and I work on the manufacture of the windows. I add the finishing touches to the windows and check that everything is working to a high standard. For example, I have to make sure that the windows all close properly and are squared.
“I struggled to adjust to working life when I started as it was my first job, and working is a huge change from school – I didn’t go into work with the right attitude. However, after Christmas, I pulled myself together, began to work hard and applied myself after encouragement from the team at Right Price and Skills Group.
“Skills Group supported me to see the bigger picture and how far my qualification could take me – for example, one day I could be running my own factory.
“I’m really enjoying work now. I’m more independent, have more responsibility such as taking stock checks, and I get on well with the team. I even come into work on Sundays when I don’t have to, to earn some extra money!
“I’m looking forward to completing my Level 3 qualification as it will help me progress through the industry. In the future, I’d like to become a departmental manager or even factory manager.”
Well done and good luck with your career Callum!