Barry Atkins, The Manchester College’s Vice Principal for its further education curriculum reflected on the students’ achievements: “I know how much the AHT regional heat means to the staff and students from our College’s Centre of Excellence for Hair and Beauty Therapy.
View detailsAndy, who is also currently working for James Martin Manchester, said: “I feel very lucky. James Martin is such a respected restaurant in Manchester, and being there allows me the best opportunity to break into the industry and offers me valuable lessons at this early stage in my career.
View detailsThese are known as the jobs of the future and it’s important to consider the skills you need to develop for these future jobs. Where can I find it? There are a range of LMI cards available at the college, which look at different industries. These cards will give you examples of types of jobs and average earnings.
View detailsIn its innovative approach to industry partnership, the department has established a Logistics Employer Board, meaning it can better identify current skills gaps and work collaboratively with the Logistics industry to co-design and co-develop a curriculum that fits the needs of the industry. Head of Logistics, Tracey Boardman, said: "I am delighted that we have been shortlisted for a Logistics Award and see this is as a great opportunity to build further links with industry.
View detailsSunara, who studies on the ESOL Entry Level 2 Programme, said: “I’m really happy to have received this certificate, and I really enjoyed taking part in the six book challenge.” Tutor Sheila Hampson said: Sunara has worked so hard for this. She has done everything I’ve asked of her and is now speaking English with confidence.
View detailsThey behaved like true professionals and did The Manchester College very proud. “I had amazing feedback from all the chefs and we have been praised by the event organisers, even Tom Kerridge himself who want us back there next year.
View detailsVenus Ubah, a BTEC Business Venture with Entrepreneurship student, said: “I’ve learnt so much this week, it’s been fun to experience the workplace and has helped build my confidence in applying for jobs once I leave college.” Glynn Mason, Head of Department for Service and Retail Industries at The Manchester College, said: “The Hotel Takeover is extremely timely as the hospitality industry is facing a skills shortage and initiatives like this are crucial in enticing younger generations into a career in hospitality.
View detailsLisa O’Loughlin, Principal of The Manchester College, said: “My colleagues and I are so very proud of the achievements of our students this year, particularly as these are the most challenging GCSEs we have seen since the 1980s.
View detailsThey agreed to fund his place and he was able to attend the College every Tuesday. Gareth said: “It was brilliant. I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was good to meet people from other businesses who were at the same level.” Gareth was nominated for the prestigious regional award by the managing director of his company. 80 people were nominated in the ‘Most Magnetic Manager’ category, from which judges selected just 3 finalists.
View detailsHaving the opportunity to do work placements as part of my course was one of the main reasons I chose to study at The Manchester College. I’d recommend the College to others, especially the course. The tutors were really good and obviously the work placement was the best bit!”
View detailsThis year they will be highlighting the importance of mentors with the Ideas Foundation Employability Bootcamp. Katherine Rushton said: Last year I spoke about our employer partnership with Flow Creative, so it’s great to be invited back to further discuss our mentoring programme with Ideas Foundation and how important industry mentors are to improving diversity in the industry.
View detailsAlongside my teaching, I’ve worked incredibly hard over the last two years to develop my creative practice and it has been amazing to see this begin to blossom. I would like to say a huge thanks to all of my colleagues and students at The Manchester College and UCEN Manchester, who have shown tremendous support by voting for me in both competitions.
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