Government pledges £1.2bn to open up training and apprenticeships for young people
The funding aims to address skills gaps and provide opportunities for young people who have previously been turned away from oversubscribed courses.
FAW launches fourth year of BE. Football mentoring programme
The scheme is aimed at supporting young women with their career progression in football, offering mentoring and skills workshops.
Persimmon Charitable Foundation offers £100,000 to help young people find work
The funding is aimed at charities that support 14 to 25-year-olds, especially those in areas facing economic and social challenges.
British Gymnastics coaches join SCiHPS scheme to boost coach development
The scheme aims to give coach developers the practical skills and knowledge to support coaches ahead of the 2026 and 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Majority of adults lack digital skills for modern jobs, says expert
Crispin Read said: “Digital careers shouldn’t be reserved for the few. We’re here to open doors and help people walk through them."
ISS launches ‘Healthcare Training Academy’ at University Hospital Hairmyres
The academy will train staff in a mix of virtual and hands-on skills, such as technical tasks, leadership and sustainability.
Most resident doctors find medical training unfair and unsustainable – RCP
Research found that only 44% of respondents were satisfied with the quality of their training and one in four were actively dissatisfied.
3t appoints new head of net zero to boost clean energy training initiatives
Dan Taylor said: “As we move toward a low-carbon future, I believe that the need for a skilled, adaptable workforce has never been more critical than now.”
Channel 4 opens applications for New Writers Scheme
The scheme will run for nine months and offer up to 20 writers training, masterclasses, and mentoring from script editors and indie mentors.
Aberdeenshire Council backs ‘Workwise’ training scheme to boost workplace entry
Cllr David Keating said: “The scheme will not just help people understand the world of work, but grow their confidence and ambition.”
c2c appoints four young staff members through King’s Trust railways programme
New recruits Jack Wood, Fatihur Rahman, Arif Torofdar and Lindsey Keeling have joined in permanent roles.
Wiltshire College & University Centre surpasses 100 apprentices in 100 days target
Kyeisha Adams said: “We believe in investing in people and working with the college helps us to help our staff reach their potential."
