67-year-old Robert becomes funeral firm’s oldest apprentice
A former policeman has become one of the oldest apprentices in the UK, having launched a second career as a funeral arranger.
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An accounting apprenticeship: Jak’s journey (video)
Jak Webster joined Merseyside's Fletchers Solicitors last year as an accounts assistant in the firm's accounts department and hasn't looked back since, relishing the chance to learn new skills and gain an education on the job.
Mother returns to work with housing association apprenticeship
One of the newest members of L&Q housing association’s team in Sidcup is celebrating the career development an apprenticeship has given her and wants to raise awareness about the benefits an apprenticeship can offer.
Grammar school to add two more apprentices to its cohort
A renowned grammar school is expanding its apprenticeship scheme after its first apprentice proved to be a huge success.
IT firm boss and apprentice extol apprenticeship virtues
The founder of a Reading IT company is encouraging other businesses in the area to get involved in an apprenticeship scheme after realising the benefits of taking on his own apprentice.
Cambs grant helps young apprentices on the path to a career
A successful grant scheme is helping youngsters and businesses in Cambridgeshire to take advantage of apprenticeship training opportunities.
Arch Apprentices celebrates Ofsted’s ringing endorsement
Arch Apprentices has joined a select group of independent learning providers to achieve Ofsted's 'outstanding' rating in all areas, following its February inspection.
Apprentice Robyn proves ‘anything is possible’
Former apprentice Robyn Eames is forging a career in hospitality after completing her course last year, despite having ME.
Press Association opens inclusive training opportunities to aspiring journalists
The Press Association (PA) is continuing to encourage aspiring journalists from socially and ethnically diverse groups by offering inclusive training and paid work placements.
Exploit Scottish Apprenticeship Week to open up opportunities for all youngsters, education boss urges
Apprenticeships can give young people with special needs a step up in life, as well as bringing multiple benefits to employers.
