JETS currently advises on average 50 jockeys every year to help them acquire the skills and qualifications required for new career paths and we are now inviting businesses to step forward to offer support to jockeys and former jockeys in their search for new careers.
Friends of JETS will be able to offer jockeys the practical opportunities to apply their skills in the workplace through work experience or placements. For jockeys unsure what to do next and who want to get a better understanding of different career options, Friends of JETS can offer specialist advice and taster days to introduce JETS candidates to different career sectors.
By joining up with businesses who are aware of the potential of jockeys as employees along with the issues they face when retiring from the sport, we are hoping to broaden the network of support available and provide valuable assistance for jockeys taking their next step after race riding.
What would being a FRIEND OF JETS entail? Any or all of the following:
- Provide specific points of contact within organisation who can answer queries/provide advice/offer contacts in their industry
- Offer placements/work experience week for jockeys and former jockeys
- Offer interview practice or other career guidance sessions (first come first served basis)
- Display Friends of JETS logo on website
- Reciprocal PR support
HOW TO BECOME FRIENDS OF JETS OR MAKE CONTACT WITH FRIENDS OF JETS
We are currently reviewing the recruitment of new Friends of JETS so if you're interested in joining the scheme, please register your interest with Rachel Jones
Current Friends:
