Inspiring the next generation at Bromford

Colleagues from across our business joined local organisations and businesses to give pupils at a Forest of Dean school a glimpse into the world of work.

Local neighbourhood coaches Zoe Butler and Gwynne Brown were accompanied by colleagues from its landscaping, tree works and fire safety teams when they visited St White’s Primary School in Cinderford for their annual Aspirations Day last month.

They talked to pupils about the work they do every day to provide safe and secure housing to the customers living in Bromford’s 10,000 Gloucestershire homes. Bromford’s colleagues were joined by representatives from its contractors Alphatrack Systems, as well as the police, fire service, NHS, care providers and musicians to talk to children about the work they do every day.

Zoe said:

"After attending last year I wanted to get more colleagues involved this year because I think it's really important for children to understand just how many different types of careers there are. St White’s is a school in the heart of one of our local communities and some of their pupils are probably growing up in our homes, so attending events like this gives pupils the chance to learn more about what we do and the difference we make to people’s lives every day. We all really enjoyed talking to pupils and making them aware of what we do at Bromford and the huge variety of roles it takes to provide safe, secure, affordable housing. Who knows maybe they could be among the next generation of colleagues working at Bromford to help people to thrive."

The event was organised by St White’s Primary School’s science lead Miss Underwood who added: 

"Aspirations Day is a great opportunity for our pupils to learn about different career options that will be available to them when they leave school. We are really grateful to the support of Zoe and Bromford for the amazing support that they have given us in joining us for Aspirations Day and inspiring our pupils."

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