“It was a wonderful opportunity to recognise their progress, highlight their impact, and celebrate a truly successful tenure. There were some incredible contributions and picking this year’s award winners was a really difficult challenge, so I’d like to congratulate all our Ambassadors - we’re so proud of everything that you’ve accomplished!"
View detailsSarah Atkinson, CEO of the Social Mobility Foundation, discussed the importance of the event, saying: "The creative sector has a diversity problem. Just 26% of people in creative jobs are from working-class backgrounds, and people from privileged backgrounds are twice as likely to land a job in the industry.”
View detailsThe campaign aims to highlight the consumer risks associated with buying counterfeit goods, an illegal trade which, alongside piracy, costs the UK economy billions of pounds every year. The project will also highlight the impact that the trade has on society and the people that suffer as a result, whilst celebrating Manchester’s array of fashion, high street and independent stores.
View detailsMirror the language the employer uses e.g. if they say they “go an extra mile for the customer” make sure you mention you are someone who “goes the extra mile” and give a concrete example. This will make a good impression and show you are buying into the organisation’s philosophy. Prepare some of these sentences in advance. The employer may well ask you “Why should we employ you?”
View detailsI’d like to thank Sylvia and Tim for joining us on the day. Whilst their experiences are different, both are truly inspirational people and we were honoured to welcome them to the event. “Our student council played a central role in organising the event and I’d like to thank them, and everyone involved, for their hard work – it was a fantastic day!”
View details“What started out as a mission to enable a student to achieve their aspirations and photograph one of their inspirations has grown into a social history photography project that truly highlights the unique place Manchester is, shining a light on the exceptional people who have both put the city on the map internationally and helped to shape it into the world-leading city it is today.
View detailsAs a whole we all contribute to the well-being of chef students and their future and the further education of existing and experienced chefs. “I cannot believe that 10 years has gone by and we celebrated it in such style in Manchester. I’m overwhelmed by the support, the friends we have made and the students whose lives we’ve managed to enlighten.”
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View detailsThe National WorldSkills UK Awards ceremony was presented by Skills Champion Steph McGovern during a special live programme who congratulated the winning finalists on Friday 26 November . You can watch the video by clicking the link here .
View detailsLisa O’Loughlin, Principal of The Manchester College, said: “Huge congratulations must go to our amazing colleagues at The Manchester College whose hard work, innovation and commitment has resulted in so many nominations. Receiving recognition for our truly amazing teams in so many categories is astounding and I am so proud of each and every colleague who helps to make The Manchester College a leader in the education sector.
View details“To be recognised by Her Majesty the Queen with the most prestigious award for our sector is a truly outstanding achievement that acknowledges the high-quality education that we work relentlessly to deliver to raise aspirations and ensure that nobody is left behind as the city’s economy continues to go from strength to strength."
View detailsIt was an invaluable experience for our students who engaged directly with industry professionals and got a real insight into potential career options in the sector. “We truly appreciate the enthusiasm and commitment shown by all who attended, and we’re incredibly grateful for the strong partnerships we’ve built together and for the benefit of our students."
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