Becoming a ​​Go Construct STEM Ambassador

Could you spare some time to go into schools and speak to young people about careers in flooring?

One of the areas of focus the Contract Flooring Association (CFA) has identified is bringing the opportunity of a career in flooring and the role of a floorlayer as one entry point, to the attention of young people and those making decisions about their future.

Through Go Construct, CITB have joined forces with the Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Ambassadors scheme to show more young people the wide range of opportunities available in construction.

An essential role is played by STEM Construction and Built Environment Ambassadors in inspiring young people to consider a career in construction through a range of activities. This is a key part of the CFA plan to increase skills and labour with many entry points to primary/secondary schools as well as school leavers.

In real terms, this means giving up some time to visit schools/colleges to deliver short presentations, workshops, attend careers events with pre-developed demos or exercises based around floorlaying that students can get involved in, even mock interviews – all designed to help students learn about the possibilities in flooring.

Start your journey by visiting STEM Ambassadors website and complete a registration form. The online training exercises are quick and informative and you can delve as deep as you like. In our experience, to complete the basic levels and become approved takes under four hours and can be done in bite-sized chunks. Not only will you gain some tips on presentation techniques, but also vital safeguarding best practice. You will receive a free Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check that can be used for other activities involving young people where it is required. CFA wants to add value, so if you want to become a STEM Ambassador, please get in touch. We will provide further support such as presentation ideas, equipment and learning support materials.

Information packs also include material that students can take away where there is a digital focus and also QR codes, so that young people can remind themselves of what they have learnt (or show an adult) and have quick access to find out more about a flooring career.

Many businesses include craftsmen and women (let’s inspire more girls to become floorlayers!) who have a story to tell of their own journey. If you are looking for a career, the number of business owners/senior managers who started out in their own company as floor layers is significant! We need to share those stories with lots of kids!

For more information, join a Go Construct STEM Ambassador programme webinar and find out why this could be a great fit for you: www.goconstruct.org/educational-resources/go-construct-stem-ambassadors