In a timely announcement during National Apprenticeship week, Stockport apprentice Shannon Jones has passed her apprenticeship in Business Administration with Bennet Verby accountants. During her time as an apprentice with the Stockport based accountancy firm, Shannon has had to opportunity to … [Read more...]
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Manchester Airport Transformation Project takes on 150th apprentice
Manchester Airport Transformation Project has taken on its 150th apprentice, exceeding the target set at the start of the £1 billion programme. The milestone was reached ahead of National Apprenticeship Week, which takes place from 3rd – 7th February 2020. The government-backed event aims to … [Read more...]
Scriptwriting competition launches for 16-18 year olds looking for media work experience
Greater Manchester’s transport pass for young people, Our Pass is partnering with Sky to launch a scriptwriting competition for 16-18 year olds as part of a scheme to showcase career opportunities within the creative sector. The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, and Sky’s Director of … [Read more...]
£1.9 million apprenticeship support benefits Greater Manchester small businesses
Since March 2019, Greater Manchester based small businesses have benefited from a £1.9 million apprenticeship support package launched last year, with 186 businesses receiving £3000 grants from Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). Support from GMCA has focused on incentivising small … [Read more...]
Stockport College Director named Vice President of Stockport Business Group
Stockport College Director of Apprenticeships, Jane Keys, has been named as Vice President of Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce’s (GMCC) Stockport Business Group, stepping up the college’s ambitions to collaborate with businesses in the region. Jane Keys was selected from five candidates for … [Read more...]
Training to be a Manager?
It’s good practice to recognise success in business or to be recognised as successful. Over-achieving in sales or receiving excellent customer reviews may lead to a pay rise, personal healthcare, additional benefits or even a promotion. But, someone with a natural sales talent may not be a … [Read more...]
Stockport College bridges gender divide in joinery apprenticeships
Stockport College is working to close the gender gap in joinery apprenticeships and is providing Stockport Homes’ repair service with its first female joiners. Two young women, Jenny Cooper and Gabriela Bohajczuk, were top picks from 34 applicants for Stockport Homes apprenticeships, because of … [Read more...]
Stockport College students win at WorldSkills UK LIVE
Two Stockport College students have been named among the best in the UK after winning a gold and a silver medal at WorldSkills UK LIVE. Stephanie Kelly (pictured above) and Joely McGahey are studying nail technology at Stockport College and were elated to walk away with a gold and silver … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: What is the Apprenticeship Levy?
We often get asked what is the apprenticeship levy? In April 2017, the government introduced the Apprenticeship Levy with a view to funding three million new apprenticeships by 2020. The Apprenticeship Levy Explained by Stockport's Damar Training Every month employers with an annual wage bill … [Read more...]
Stockport College success story inspires future students
Former Stockport College student, Iain Darbyshire, is a true inspiration to sport students hoping to find success in a career in professional football. At just 26 years of age, the former Stockport College BTEC sport student has already celebrated a career filled with success in football-coaching … [Read more...]
Stockport College owner enters merger talks with Cheadle and Marple colleges
The Cheadle and Marple College Network and Trafford College Group (TCG), which absorbed Stockport College last year, have announced they are in talks regarding a potential merger. The merger would create a single college group with sites in Stretford, Altrincham, Stockport, Cheadle and Marple. … [Read more...]
Damar Training up-skills for growth with new appointments
Long-established apprenticeship training specialist, Damar Training is preparing for growth as they enter their 40th year. As part of their 5-year plan, Damar have made several new appointments to focus on growing the business. Commercial Partnerships Director, Robin Lindsay, will take the lead … [Read more...]
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