Let’s talk about Foundation Apprenticeships for Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2019

Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2019 is all about promoting the benefits of apprenticeships and the value they bring to business and the economy. Apprenticeship opportunities in Scotland are growing and we want as many young people and employers as possible to benefit. With that in mind this year’s theme is ‘Skills for the Future’, recognising the …

“It was great having the opportunity to work there” – Matt, Foundation Apprentice

Over the summer holidays our Engineering Foundation Apprentices took on the challenge of a two week work placement with a local engineering company. We caught up with some of the pupils to find out how they are finding the Foundation Apprenticeship and if they enjoyed their work placement. Next is Matt Addison, Stewarton Academy pupil, …

“I can see a future for me at GE Caledonian” – Isaac, Foundation Apprentice

Over the summer holidays our Engineering Foundation Apprentices took on the challenge of a two-week work placement with a local engineering company. We caught up with some of the pupils to find out how they are finding the Foundation Apprenticeship and if they enjoyed their work placement. Next is Isaac Renucci, Prestwick Academy pupil, he …

“I now know I definitely want to be an Engineer” – Josh, Foundation Apprentice

Over the summer holidays our Engineering Foundation Apprentices took on the challenge of a two-week work placement with a local engineering company. We caught up with some of the pupils to find out how they are finding the Foundation Apprenticeship and if they enjoyed their work placement. Prestwick based GE Caledonian was the company of …

Lab Technician for a week

Daisy Dudgeon is a 4th year pupil at Marr College in Troon.   Daisy would like a career in science and as part of the school’s work experience programme, she decided to spend the week working in the Science department at the Kilwinning Campus of Ayrshire College. There are various opportunities when you are working in …