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The Work-readiness of New Entrants to the Sector
The data indicates that the vast majority of those employers engaged with reported that new entrants to the sector are work ready. This is reported as being directly linked to the calibre and attitude of creative people, with individuals working in the sector possessing the desired work ethic and aptitude to learn.
Instances where individuals do not possess skills specific to a particular role are not seen as overly negative as these skills are developed easily with people who possess the right attitude and desire to learn.
Numeracy, Literacy and ICT Skills
On the whole respondents feel that their workforce possess the desired level of numeracy, literacy and ICT skills. One respondent stated; ‘Most are graduates or apprentices and have high skill levels before we employ them.’
Welsh Language
The majority of respondents stated that the Welsh language is very or fairly important for their business.
‘We have a bilingual membership and seek to reflect that. We have Welsh speaking customers and like to show willing.’
Whilst this is the case, one business reported that this can sometimes prove challenging;
‘We adhere to the Welsh Language Policy of our Local Authority. This is not always simple only 3 of our team speak Welsh. Costs of translation are prohibitive and in many cases mean that we cannot.’
Conversely, a business which stated the Welsh language was of no importance to their operation relayed that this was largely due to the location of their customer base.
Barriers to Training
Employers spoken with stated that barriers to training are not commonplace in the sector although suitability of skills provision is an issue in some instances.
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Skills Gaps
Electronics
Editing
Skills Gaps
Content Creation
ICT Skills
Commercial Awareness
Regional Employment & Skills Plan South West & Mid Wales Sector Profiles