Woman wins Microsoft Apprentice of the Year Award for first time
Nineteen-year-old Kimberley Bolton from Maidenhead made history after becoming the first woman to win a Microsoft Apprentice of the Year award.
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TUC and CBI speak up in support of government’s traineeship programmes
The Trade Union Congress and the Confederation of British Industry believe traineeships provide young unemployed people with an opportunity to undertake work experience placements alongside substantial, structured learning.
Weston College apprenticeship campaign achieves 203 pledges
The campaign aimed to raise awareness of the many business benefits of taking on an apprentice in the hope of encouraging employers who have not previously taken up this option to do so.
Aston Martin on the hunt for clay sculpting apprentices
The two apprenticeships on offer present the right candidates with the opportunity to enter the Aston Martin Design Department and help shape the future of the British brand.
Accountancy practice shortlisted for National Apprenticeship Award
Andrew Houghton, Mitchells Grievson’s director, said: “Since the business was first opened, it has always recruited apprentices. We know first-hand how invaluable these programmes are and we’re proud to continue to support the delivery of apprenticeship programmes across the North-East."
Norbrook training scheme proves to be hugely successful
In partnership with Southern Regional College, Norbrook Laboratories has announced a pilot Level 2 and 3 combined apprenticeship programme.
Award-winning apprenticeship programme in focus: Thebigword HR
Not being able to recruit talent from local competitors was a factor in creating an award-winning apprenticeship programme, according to language solution providers Thebigword HR director Karen Milner.
