Earlier this year, one of our Year 10 students participated in work experience at Clarke Automotive in Wodonga, supported by his WSSC Career Adviser Renae. During his placement, Gustave impressed the team at Clarke Automotive with his strong hands-on skills and positive attitude.
With the support of Shane Crispin, Head Start SBAT Coordinator based at WSSC, Jess Klippel Apprenticeship Field Officer with BUSY At Work he has now become part of the first-class Clarke Automotive Wodonga team through a Head Start School-Based Apprenticeship (SBAT).
Beginning in June, he will work one day per week at Clarke Automotive Wodonga and commence his Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology with Wodonga TAFE. Gustave will complete his VET qualification alongside his school studies at WSSC over the coming years, gaining valuable real-world skills and earning an income while continuing his education. Gustave said he was looking forward to completing his SBAT successfully and one day working on his own dream car a high-performance Mercedes- AMG coupe.
We are especially proud of Gustave as it takes courage, determination, resilience to embrace education and training in a new country let alone a step into the challenges of a SBAT, reflects his commitment to his growth, contribution, and faith in his future. We extend our sincere thanks to Ivan, Marion, and the entire Clarke Automotive Wodonga team for providing such a welcoming , forward-thinking environment for providing this wonderful life changing opportunity for Gustave.
A special shout-out goes out to Nelson and Grace, the legendary WSSC Multicultural Aides, and to Gustave’s amazing family for their invaluable support in helping make this opportunity a reality. Asante (Thank you in Swahili )
For more information about getting your young person hands on and in the driving seat of their future School-Based Apprenticeship or Traineeship (SBATs), please contact Head Start SBAT Coordinator, Shane Crispin.
M: 0476 076 258
E: shane.crispin@education.vic.gov.au