January '19 Archive

Every fortnight, Somerset Education Business Partnership (EBP) distributes an e-newsletter.

According to research commissioned by the Association of Accounting Technicians employers have revealed that the experience gained in an apprenticeship is more important than qualifications.

'No Isolation' AV1 Robots have been used in South Somerset to help young people who are struggling with long-term illness or mental health issues to keep engaged with school life and their learning, and help maintain friendships.

The launch event for the Heart of the South West (HotSW) Careers Hub and Enterprise Advisor Network took place on Thursday 17th January 2019 at Sandy Park, Exeter.

The Access to Employment and Learning Fund has been created to help residents of West Somerset to overcome some of the barriers they face in accessing learning and employment opportunities.

Every fortnight, Somerset Education Business Partnership (EBP) distributes an e-newsletter.

Issues around skills shortages and digital infrastructure rank highest for Somerset businesses, according to the latest membership survey from Somerset Chamber of Commerce. 

With the construction sector in the midst of a skills shortage, CG Fry & Son is proud to be playing its part in tackling the issue and has welcomed 7 new apprentices to the company this year.

As a result of significant growth and difficulties recruiting, Thatchers is taking matters into their own hands by increasing investment into training and development, and by creating a tailor-made apprenticeship programme called Thatchers Young Talent.

Now entering its 8th year, Strode College's link with the city of Yueyang has been described by the British Council in Beijing as the best example of an effective and durable UK-China partnership and has had a major impact on education in Somerset.