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Prison Apprenticeship Pathway (PAP)

Service delivered in prison
A programme for people in prison interested in undertaking an apprenticeship standard in hospitality upon release. The Forward PAP is supported by Porticus UK.

Who is it for?

People can access this service if they are:

  • A prison leaver at HMPs Isis (London), Hollesley Bay, or Highpoint (Suffolk)
  • Due for release in 12-13 weeks time
  • Eligible to live and work in the UK
  • Interested in working in the hospitality sector

How do we help?

  • Masterclasses with our Trainers and Employers on a range of hospitality topics
  • Support to access prison jobs or Release on Temporary Licence (ROTL) in hospitality
  • Help to prepare and submit apprenticeship/job applications
  • Meetings with apprenticeship providers and employers to find out more about hospitality apprenticeships and setting up initial interviews
  • Support in the community to attend interviews and start apprenticeships, as well as wider pastoral and holistic support
  • Opportunities to join our growing Forward Connect peer support network

Find out more

To find out more, please fill in the below form or email employment@forwardtrust.org.uk.

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