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Category : Apprenticeships
Loughborough Grammar pupils win coding competition
Two Year 10 pupils from Loughborough Grammar School have won the Perse Coding Team Challenge, scoring a perfect 120 points and beating around 3,000 teams across the UK.
Jet2 only UK airline with fully funded pilot training
Jet2 is the only UK airline offering a fully funded pilot training programme, investing £100,000 per engineer, and calls on government to keep holidays affordable.
NatWest launches investment education for teens born 2010-2012
NatWest rolls out investment education module for 14-16-year-olds, aiming to boost financial confidence and address the UK investment gap. Over half of adults wish they had learned earlier.
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Wrexham Bakery Apprentice Wins Rising Star Award
Naomi Griffiths from Coleg Cambria wins Rising Star at Wales Food and Drink Awards, while fellow apprentices reach finals.
Tyneside Care Trainer Opens India Centre
Training in Care, a South Shields firm, has launched its first overseas centre in India via a partnership to upskill care workers and share best practices.
DWP's £340 Universal Credit Cut Forces Apprentices to Quit
Young people from low-income households are abandoning apprenticeships due to a DWP rule that cuts family benefits by up to £340 weekly, sparking calls for government review.
Swallowfield Tiling Academy Launches Women-Only DIY Classes
Trend Tiling Academy has opened in Swallowfield, offering trade skills training with a 1:3 ratio and women-only DIY courses to build confidence in a supportive environment.
UK SMEs Could Drop Apprenticeships as Costs Soar
Skills charity Enginuity warns that UK SMEs are struggling with apprenticeship costs exceeding £157,000, threatening skills provision and economic growth as apprenticeship starts hit a five-year low.
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DWP Caps Defunded Apprenticeships Immediately to Stop Recruitment Rush
The Department for Work and Pensions has introduced an immediate cap on new starts for defunded apprenticeships to prevent a surge in recruitment, with specific rules for providers lacking recent activity.
Edge Hill Expands Healthcare Apprenticeships After National Week
Edge Hill University reinforces its commitment to healthcare apprenticeships, offering pathways from nurse associates to operating department practice, supporting NHS workforce development and student careers.
Aldi Launches 500 Apprenticeships with £12+ Pay
Aldi announces 500 new apprenticeship roles across UK stores and warehouses, offering £12.02+ hourly wages and paid breaks, as unemployment rises to 5.2%.
Minister Defends Apprenticeship Reforms Amid Business Fears
Industry Minister Chris McDonald addresses fears that apprenticeship reforms could lower standards, emphasizing government commitment to quality and expanding opportunities for young people.
Derby College Apprentices Revamp Charity Camp for National Week
Derby College Group apprentices are refurbishing Over The Wall Camp's new headquarters, creating accommodation for volunteers who support children with serious illnesses.
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Father Mentors Son in Scaffolding Apprenticeship
Jack Woodwark, 16, is training as a scaffolder under his father Steve's guidance at William Davis Homes' Garendon Park site in Loughborough, combining on-site work with college studies.
Asda Urges Government to Reverse Apprenticeship Funding Cuts
Asda is urging the government to reverse DWP rule changes that defund leadership apprenticeships for those over 21, warning it could hinder career progression and waste levy funds.
Asda Urges Labour to Rethink Apprenticeship Funding Cuts
Asda warns that proposed defunding of leadership apprenticeships could restrict career progression and harm local communities, citing £2.7m investment and 200+ colleagues trained.
Wrexham Apprentice Chosen for International Humanitarian Project in Ghana
Georgia Ellams, a first-year Airbus Degree Apprentice at Coleg Cambria, has been selected as one of only 20 young people in the UK to represent the country on a Scouts of the World Award project in Ghana this Christmas.
Claim Your Child Trust Fund: HMRC Urges Action
HMRC urges young people in England to claim unclaimed Child Trust Funds worth £2,242 on average during National Apprenticeship Week, with 758,000 accounts still unclaimed.
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Apprentices Shaping Britain's Motorways
National Highways opens 44 apprenticeship roles across civil engineering, project management and data science, with current apprentices sharing their transformative career journeys.
HMRC: 758,000 Young People Missing Child Trust Fund Cash
HMRC urges young adults to claim matured Child Trust Funds, averaging £2,242, with 758,000 accounts unclaimed. Apprentices can use the HMRC App for employer information.
Stepping Hill Hospital Promotes Apprenticeship Benefits
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust celebrates National Apprenticeship Week with over 217 apprentices across clinical, administrative and support roles, highlighting career development opportunities.
Students Raise £2,911 for Veterans at Coleg Cambria
Uniformed Public Service learners at Coleg Cambria Deeside have raised £2,911 for the Royal British Legion after 30+ hours of volunteering across Flintshire.
Aldi's 500 Apprenticeship Roles for 2026 Now Open
Aldi announces 500 apprenticeship opportunities across UK stores and warehouses for 2026, offering competitive pay, paid breaks, and industry qualifications from day one.
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BBC demands Apprentice vetting review after candidate's posts
The BBC has ordered a review of The Apprentice's vetting process after a candidate's offensive social media posts emerged. Levi Hodgetts-Hague has apologised for the decade-old comments.
Airbus to open flagship aerospace academy near Bristol
Aerospace giant Airbus partners with Weston College to launch a flagship skills academy in Filton, creating a talent pipeline for the UK's £2.7bn aerospace cluster. Opening September 2026.
Wales Wins 57 Medals at WorldSkills UK National Finals
Team Wales dominated the WorldSkills UK National Finals, securing 57 medals in a record-breaking performance. Discover how Welsh talent is leading the UK in vocational skills.
Co-op announces 7,000 new apprenticeships by 2030
Co-op invests £70m to create 7,000 life-changing apprenticeships by 2030, focusing on retail, care, and deprived communities. Find out how to apply for these new roles.
Welsh Apprentices Graduate in Skills Ceremony
Over 100 Welsh apprentices celebrated graduation with Cambrian Training Company. The event also featured the Team Wales torch relay ahead of WorldSkills UK National Finals.
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Enginuity Skills Awards 2026: Nominations Open
The prestigious Enginuity Skills Awards 2026 have officially opened for entries, celebrating exceptional achievement in engineering and manufacturing skills across the UK.
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