Two new government-backed training schemes have launched that could see up to 12,000 people in England gain skills in installing insulation and low-carbon heating. Up to 8,000 people, including current installers and those new to the industry, will be able to develop skills needed to retrofit … [Read more...]
News for: Apprenticeships
Manchester Airport announces new apprenticeship scheme
Manchester Airport is calling on students from across Greater Manchester and Cheshire to apply for a first-of-its-kind apprenticeship scheme. The scheme aims to create a new route for future aviation leaders to start their careers in the sector, offering students experience of all the elements of … [Read more...]
LSH Auto apprentice wins national award
Rian Godfrey, from LSH Auto's Mercedes-Benz of Macclesfield, has been named Apprentice of the Year at the annual Mercedes-Benz Cars Celebration on Friday 28th April. Since joining the dealership in October 2020, Rian has undergone extensive training at Mercedes-Benz of Macclesfield and has just … [Read more...]
National Living Wage to rise to £10.42 from 1st April
The National Living Wage (NLW) increases on Saturday 1st April to £10.42 per hour, providing a pay rise to millions of workers aged 23 and over across the UK. Younger workers will also benefit from an increase to the National Minimum Wage, paid to those aged 22 and under. The minimum pay … [Read more...]
SuperBike Factory launches apprenticeship programme
Macclesfield based SuperBike Factory, Europe's largest retailer of used motorbikes, has launched a new apprenticeship scheme to train more people to properly maintain and service bikes. The new scheme has been launched in partnership with EMTEC, the automotive brand of Nottingham College, close … [Read more...]
Acquisition for Alderley Park training provider
Alderley Park based digital apprenticeships and training provider, Apprentify, has acquired a business in the West Midlands following a £5 million investment from BGF and OakNorth. Apprentify specialise in digital marketing, social media and technology courses, and have announced their … [Read more...]
Government extends Plan for Jobs employment support schemes
A number of employment support schemes announced as part of the government's Plan for Jobs programme of support have been extended with a further £500 million of funding. The extension of the schemes coincides with the end of furlough and new programmes were also announced to support older … [Read more...]
Flexible apprenticeships launched with £7 million fund
Businesses that have struggled to create apprenticeships due to the prevalence of short-term contracts are now set to benefit from a fund to launch more flexible training opportunities. A new £7 million fund will establish agencies to set up more flexible apprenticeships in fields dominated by … [Read more...]
Lighthouse Lab apprentice recognised in college awards
An apprentice working at the Lighthouse Lab coronavirus testing facility in Alderley Park has been recognised in his college's annual apprenticeship awards. Lab technician, Harrison Bennett was praised by Stockport College's annual Apprenticeship Awards for his efforts in tackling the spread of … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport Academy celebrates 101 NVQ graduates
101 team members at Manchester Airport have celebrated attaining Level 2 NVQ certificates at its Airport Academy in Customer Service and Team Leadership. Team members obtained qualifications in Customer Service and Team Leadership, in the first programme of its kind at the airport. Manchester … [Read more...]