I have always had a keen interest in student support so when a Deputy Campus Manager vacancy came up I decided I would try something different. The Deputy Campus Manager role taught me all about safeguarding and I realised that student support was something I was really passionate about and committed to. As Head of department for Student Experience I manage a team of experience support staff at one of The Manchester College’s busiest campuses, leading on enrichment and overseeing safeguarding and student welfare.
View details“I am always very impressed by the high-quality pieces of work our students produce on a consistent basis and I believe entering skills competitions like this really does raise students’ aspirations and provides opportunities for our students to be the best they can be. “Well done to Molly, Hannah and Annabelle and all other students from The Manchester College, who picked up awards or competed in GM Skills. You’ve done us proud once again.” The College’s Art and Design courses are accredited by the University of the Arts London and are offered at its Northenden and Openshaw campuses in South and East Manchester and at Shena Simon, the College’s campus in Manchester city centre.
View detailsThere is a series of events planned through the week – both internally and externally – and you can find more details below, as well as links to sign up. NCW Virtual Careers Fair is taking place all week and you can register for free HERE (now closed) Date Internal College Events External Events 1 st March Progression to Apprenticeships 11am – 12pm Book session In this session you will find out: What is an apprenticeship?
View details“If someone said to me when I started The Manchester College, that I would be where I am now, graduating university with a Starred First, a Masters and receiving a Scholarship to Harvard University, I wouldn’t have believed it” Come August 2019, Gabriel will be jetting off to America to take part in the Kennedy Scholarship, where he will be affiliated with their English department as ‘special studentship’ and will experience world renowned philosophy, history and language classes. When asked how he managed all of the work while being away from home and balancing a social life, Gabriel stressed the importance of getting “stuck in” with your course department and always feeding your curiosity.
View detailsRachel has a strong track record in the further education sector, having started her career at the FE Funding Council (FEFC) where she spent 9 years, including leading investigations into underperforming colleges and overseeing the smooth transition from the FEFC to the Learning and Skills Council for all 13 Lancashire colleges. She then moved to Blackburn College, where she progressed to become Deputy Principal. John Thornhill, CEO of LTE Group, said: “Rachel has played a key role in the remarkable progress made by the College in recent years.
View detailsKaty added: “onepointfive offered our students an invaluable insight into what managing a high-profile event from start to finish involves. This covered all the pre-event, on the day and post-event activities. The professional guidance really gave our students the reassurance they needed to present their recommendations with confidence.”
View detailsOn the night, we were separated into satellite kitchens near the entrance where all the celebrities came through. There was a three-course meal, and I helped with the main course. I was on purée, so I had to place a small teardrop of purée on the plate as it moved along the line.
View detailsThis is a mandatory requirement and it’s also essential you achieve this for many careers Do you have an EHCP or SEND need? The Manchester College is committed to ensuring all our students receive the support they may need to achieve and enjoy college. We do this in a number of different ways including: Student Experience Support Team Careers Employability & Welfare Pastoral Support Officers Supported Learning We also offer a bespoke transition service to new applicants with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP), accessibility or medical need.
View detailsSecrets of Success People enjoy buying from Swedish House Crafts because there is always something extra besides the exceptional customer service provided. Variety is important in almost all businesses but finding a niche that suits your company is worth considering. I always sourced brands from the Swedish market that I can easily communicate with so that I have no language or PR barriers.
View detailsOn the one hand it can be exciting as it brings change, but on the other there is the fear that technology will replace our jobs. We have all heard stories in the media stating that automation could replace millions of jobs in the future, but is this true? Research The Office for National Statistics (ONS) conducted some research in March 2019 looking at the probability of automation in England.
View detailsWe are extremely proud of what they have been able to achieve and this mural will serve as a reminder of the value of resilience and what can be accomplished in the face of adversity when we work together. The mural marks such a huge milestone for us all in both in terms of what we have achieved and the opportunities that lie ahead as the whole of Manchester recovers following the pandemic.
View detailsBased at Manchester Basketball Centre in Whalley Range and the National Basketball Performance Centre at Belle Vue, the club is dedicated to providing opportunities for all sections of the community, regardless of ability, background, gender or age. Hayley Francis, Head of Department for Sport, Public Services and Criminology, said: “This is a great opportunity for The Manchester College to extend our existing basketball offer, in line with the new state-of-the-art facilities at our Openshaw campus.
View details