Bromley Volunteers try for Olympics

11 February 2008

Bromley volunteers hoping to help out at London 2012 celebrated the completion of their first training programme with Olympic sculls champion Alison Mowbray last week. Having completed the Pre-Volunteer Programme run by Bromley College of Further and Higher Education and local charitable leisure trust Bromley Mytime, the volunteers are now guaranteed an interview for the big event, and have already met Seb Coe at Wembley.

The gala evening at High Elms Golf Course also showcased the talents of Mytime staff and work experience placements in gaining new skills and qualifications to further their careers. Many programmes have been uniquely designed and delivered through partnership work with Bromley College including a Chartered Management Institute Introductory Management Diploma, and many other training courses.

Steve Price, Bromley Mytime’s Chief Executive said, “As a local leisure provider that aims to provide excellent service we are always looking for enthusiastic and outgoing people to help our customers. 2012 is an opportunity for people who are considering a career in sport and leisure, but we need to ensure that new recruits have the skills and practical experience to benefit from the new opportunities. We need a healthy turnover of committed and skilled local people forming the core of our workforce.”

Rosemary Lacovara from Bromley College said, “We’re committed to playing a proactive role in equipping local people to benefit from the anticipated growth in health and leisure. We now have a strong partnership with Mytime, and are delighted to celebrate many of our successes where we’ve combined using our expertise in developing skills with their needs as a local employer.”