Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 2 October 2018
205. Deputy Tony McLoughlin asked the Minister for Education and Skills if a new computer system will be introduced at SOLAS in order to allow jobseekers and young school leavers to see a list of potential employers in apprenticeship scheme categories they are considering seeking work in; if SOLAS will be tasked with organising this list of potential employers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39723/18]
View answerI am pleased to inform the Deputy that work is already underway in SOLAS on a new employer portal to provide capability for approved employers to advertise apprenticeships, as well other value-added services. SOLAS has brought together a small focus group of employers and education and training provider representatives to inform the project. Some existing solutions, including an app currently being offered by the Mid-West Regional Skills Forum, are also being examined as part of the work. The new portal is expected to be fully rolled out in 2019, with some piloting of the platform in advance.
