Businesses in Stockport and across Greater Manchester are being asked to share their views on possible ways the Apprenticeship Levy system could potentially be reformed. The GMCA Education, Work and Skills policy team are currently undertaking a research project regarding potential future reform … [Read more...]
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Greater Manchester Colleges progress with digital skills programme
The nine General Further Education Colleges in Greater Manchester have shared progress on their digital programme to help tackle challenges, create opportunities and ensure the sector’s continued success across the city-region. GM Colleges, which includes Trafford & Stockport College Group, … [Read more...]
Enhanced GM Skills Map offers one-stop-shop for employers and learners
The GM Skills Map has relaunched to provide employers and learners in Stockport and across Greater Manchester with a one-stop-shop for training courses and apprenticeships. Delivered by GM Business Growth Hub on behalf of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), the platform is the most … [Read more...]
Stockport College unveils new leadership and management offer
Trafford and Stockport College Group (TSCG) has unveiled its leadership and management courses on offer in Stockport. Strong leadership is the foundation of any thriving organisation and so TSCG has developed a range of comprehensive programs tailored to meet the needs of local businesses and … [Read more...]
Prime Minister announces reforms to boost apprenticeships and support small businesses
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is to announce a number of reforms to support apprenticeships and small businesses in his speech addressing the Business Connect conference. Among the expected announcements he is set to make in Warwickshire today (18th March) include funding to support more … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester Colleges awarded £8.4 million to address skills gaps
The city-region's nine FE colleges, including the Trafford & Stockport College Group, have been awarded over £8.4 million to address skills gaps across Greater Manchester. The funding from the government’s Local Skills Improvement Fund (LSIF) will focus on key sector areas: education … [Read more...]
Trafford & Stockport College Group invites employers to ‘Shape the Future of Skills’
Trafford & Stockport College Group has joined forces with the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce to bring together local businesses to discuss the future of skills. The upcoming ‘Shape The Future Of Skills’ event focus on technical education reforms and engage businesses to support … [Read more...]
Defence group announces over 1,500 apprentice and graduate roles across North-west
Defence manufacturer, BAE Systems, has announced it is currently recruiting for over 1,500 apprentice and entry-level graduate roles across its North-west sites. Nationally, the group has over 2,700 open roles nationwide, with the currently recruitment drive following a £180 million investment in … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: What are the benefits of apprentices in the workplace?
As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2024, Stockport's Hallidays HR outline the benefits that apprentices can bring to a business. National Apprenticeship Week 2024 runs from Monday 5 to Sunday 11 February. The theme for National Apprenticeship Week 2024 is “Skills for Life”. We encourage … [Read more...]
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust promotes ‘Skills for Life’ during National Apprenticeship Week
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is using National Apprenticeship Week (5th – 11th February 2024) to highlight the ‘skills for life’ gained through in-work training at the Trust. Learning and Education staff at the trust, which runs Stepping Hill Hospital and community NHS services in Stockport, … [Read more...]
Apprenticeship starts insufficient in Greater Manchester’s key growth sectors, finds Chamber of Commerce report
The numbers of apprenticeship starts in key sectors of the Greater Manchester economy are not sufficient to bridge skills gaps, according to findings of a new report published by Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC). The analysis, conducted as part of the Chamber's Local Skills … [Read more...]
National Apprenticeship Week 2024 begins with theme of ‘Skills for Life’
National Apprenticeship Week 2024 is taking place from 5th to 11th February; this year's theme is 'Skills for Life'. The annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships is now in its 17th year of highlighting the value, benefit and opportunity that they bring. The theme for National … [Read more...]
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