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Thursday 11 June 2015

Damar Apprenticeship Vacancies 2015




We are currently working with a number of North West businesses who are offering apprenticeship opportunities with really exciting career prospects.

For example, a national Business Services provider have engaged us to run their first ever Legal Services apprenticeship programme with 6 vacancies available for this summer’s leavers.  We have also been engaged by modern, legacy-free British Bank, who are also piloting a programme offering young people the chance to join their expanding client services team.

For more information please have a look at our website www.damartraining.com

Stagecoach Apprenticeship Opportunities 2015


If you are interested in mechanics and would like the opportunity to work with stagecoach, they are recruiting six apprentices on their mechanical fitter function team.

Please contact them directly to discuss these opportunities further

Chemistry Event - Networking with local employers




Please see attached the poster for this careers event happening at Blackpool Sixth Form College on 23rd June 2015, 4-6:15pm

It's suitable for all students studying Chemistry/BTEC or any students who want a chance to speak to scientists working in industry. The companies represented include National Nuclear Laboratory, Global Renewables, Victrex, Springfield Fuels, Thermofisher, University of Leeds (PhD on bioenergy) and our very own Keith.

The event will be made up of 3 minute talks followed by a networking buffet (free food!!). 

Please register for free online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolsixth

NST Internship - Useful Apprenticeship information for Lower Sixth Students 2015


This is a 12 month placement opportunity starting end of August / beginning of September.

Individuals are paid the apprenticeship NMW rate but also have a individual performance related bonus scheme which pays an average of £100 per month based on the achievement of specific targets.

We have had some fantastic success stories from our programme to date, with 3 individuals being offered permanent contracts (out of 6 apprentices employed over 3 years). 2 of which have been promoted into more senior roles after 18 months with the Company (so 6 months after becoming permanent staff).

Please contact Jo directly on jsysum@nstgroup.co.uk 

Wednesday 3 June 2015

Rock Fm Apprenticeships June 2015




http://www.rockfm.co.uk/apprenticeships/

Thomas Cook Aircraft Engineering (TCAE) Apprenticeship programme 2015

Dear All,

I am delighted to announce the opening of the Thomas Cook Aircraft Engineering (TCAE) Apprenticeship programme for this year.

The attached flyer/advert details the role of the apprentice and the application process for the vacancies within Thomas Cook.

In short, it will be a 3-4 year programme based on the successful applicant completing an NVQ level 3 in Aircraft Maintenance, a level 3 Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering and an EASA “A” Licence.

The first year will be spent at Coleg Cambria in Deeside where they will learn basic engineering skills alongside other apprentices from various sectors of the aviation industry. The following 2-3 years will see the apprentices undertaking comprehensive training within TCAE at Manchester and Coleg Cambria – Deeside, working towards their qualifications and EASA “A” Licence modular exams.

If you know somebody who would like to apply then please point them towards the link on the flyer, namely:www.thomascook.com/recruitment

Please cascade this information to anyone that may be interested (inside and outside of your organisation).

Applications close on 21st June 2015.

Kind regards,

Paul Watkins
Training Manager





Monday 1 June 2015

Santander Careers for School Leavers

Santander careers for school leavers

Young people today are finding it harder and harder to get on to the career ladder. At Santander, we’ve made it easier with a variety of Early in Career schemes including work experience, apprenticeships, internships and graduate careers, across our business areas. The schemes are a fantastic opportunity for young people to find the right balance between earning and learning at whichever point they are in their education.

Please follow the link to check out the latest offers

http://www.santanderearlyincareer.co.uk/flyingstart