Employers

We can help you to build strong partnerships with education providers – supporting you to develop a talent pipeline for your business and informing local young people of your current vacancies.

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Employers

We know employers are looking for recruits who have skills and qualifications relevant to their business - and who are ready for the world of work.

We can help you to build strong partnerships with schools, colleges and training providers in your locality – supporting you to develop a talent pipeline for your business. Other benefits include:

  • Personal development for your current staff
  • A positive company image in the local community
  • A chance to support young people
  • Insight into the challenges facing the next generation
  • Knowledge to inform your own workplace

There are many ways you can get involved as a business or individual. Opportunities include:

  • Giving assembly talks
  • Attending careers and apprenticeship fairs
  • Offering work experience placements or traineeships
  • Becoming a mentor
  • Helping with employability skills  (e.g. assessing students’ CVs and interview skills)
  • Sponsoring a work-related learning programme


​Contact us to advertise your work experience, traineeship and apprenticeship opportunities on our Vacancy page, e-newsletter and social media pages.

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