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Meet the tutor - Louise Bell
Meet Louise Bell, our Hairdressing Tutor at The Sheffield College. Louise brings over two decades of hands-on industry experience, from working as a senior stylist in top salons to styling bridal parties in stunning venues across the country.
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Awards ceremony champions The Sheffield College apprentices
The achievements of apprentices training with employers around the city and region have been championed at an annual showcase event.
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Apprenticeships+ Announces New Partnership with Arena Training
We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new partnership between The Sheffield College, Apprenticeships+ and Arena Training Centre, bringing even more hands-on opportunities for aspiring electricians across the region.
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Six Reasons to Choose an Apprenticeship with Us!
Here at Apprenticeships+, we are very proud of our Apprenticeship programmes and all the amazing opportunities they provide to our Apprentices. That’s why we’ve put together this short list of reasons why we believe an Apprenticeship at Apprenticeships+ is the right choice for you!
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New Tax Year, New Opportunities!
Why now is the perfect time to invest in Apprenticeships...
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New strategy unveiled by The Sheffield College during Colleges Week 2025
A new plan that puts students, staff and the city at the heart of a series of ambitious goals has been launched by The Sheffield College.
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Start Your Career in Health & Social Care with an Apprenticeship
Do you always put others before yourself and find a strong sense of purpose in providing care for those around you? If so, a career in Health and Social Care could be the perfect path for you.
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Apprenticeship Reforms: How New Rule Changes Can Boost Your Workforce
If you’re unsure how the new rule changes to Apprenticeships can help your business, get in touch with our team of experts. And make sure to give this article a read as we will cover the changes and what this could mean for you.
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Five Reason Why an Apprenticeship is the Perfect Way to Get You Ready for a Career in Business
Do you have a strong attention to detail and love working collaboratively in an open, honest, and innovative environment? If the answer is yes, a career in business might be the right choice for you.
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Five Reason Why an Apprenticeship is the Perfect Way to Get You Ready for a Career in Engineering
Thinking about a career in engineering? Whether you’re dreaming of designing the next big thing or getting hands-on with cutting-edge tech, an Engineering Apprenticeship could be your perfect route. Here are five reasons why an Apprenticeship in engineering could set you up for success!
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Meet the tutor - Elaine Taff
Meet Elaine Taff, our Work-Based Learning Tutor for Early Years Apprenticeships. Elaine brings an impressive background of experience to her role, having worked in various educational and childcare settings throughout her career.
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Five Reasons Why an Apprenticeship Is the Perfect Start to Your Career in Childcare and Education
Are you dreaming of a career where you can make a real difference in children’s lives? An Apprenticeship in Childcare and Education could be exactly what you’re looking for. Here’s why it’s a brilliant way to start your future...
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Government cut costs for hiring young Apprentices
Want to grow your workforce and reduce costs? Hiring young Apprentices under 25 just got even more affordable. Learn how significant National Insurance savings can benefit your organisation and help you develop the next generation of talent.
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Six Reasons Why an Apprenticeship is the Perfect Start to a Career in Science, Dental and Pharmacy
Ever thought about a career in Science, Pharmacy and Dental but not sure where to start?
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Meet the tutor - Lauren Partridge
Meet Lauren, our Work-Based Learning Tutor for Pharmacy, at Apprenticeships+, the home of Apprenticeships at The Sheffield College.
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Meet the tutor - Kirsty Fielding
Meet Kirsty Fielding, our Work-Based Learning Tutor for Pharmacy, at Apprenticeships+, the home of Apprenticeships at The Sheffield College.
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Big Boost to Apprenticeship Pay in April 2025
Now is the perfect time to start your Apprenticeship journey.
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Top 7 Apprenticeship Myths Debunked
Come along as we debunk seven common Apprenticeship myths...
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Meet the tutor - Tim McNeill
Meet Tim McNeill, our Work-Based Learning Tutor for Plumbing and Gas at The Sheffield College.
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How to find an employer for your Apprenticeship
Find out everything you need to know about finding an employer for your Apprenticeship!
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Floristry tutor and students win national industry awards
A tutor who trains floristry apprentices and students at The Sheffield College has won national recognition.
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Five Reasons Why an Apprenticeship is the Perfect Way to Kickstart Your Career in Construction
Ever thought about a career in construction but not sure where to start? Well, we’ve got five reasons why an Apprenticeship could be the best way to get into the industry.
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Future-Proofing Your Business Against an Ageing Workforce with Apprenticeships
In this article, we’ll explore how Apprenticeships can help businesses of all sizes navigate the demographic shift, by upskilling employees of all ages and creating a dynamic, multigenerational workforce ready to meet the demands of the future.
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Get ready to kickstart your career with an Apprenticeship
Ready to get out of the classroom and train for your dream job in a real workplace? Keep reading to find out exactly what an Apprenticeship is and the key info you need to apply and get one step closer to your career ambitions.
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Meet the tutor - Ian Whittaker
Meet Ian Whittaker, one of our Work-Based Learning Tutors for Electrical Engineering at The Sheffield College.
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Meet the tutor - Andy Guy
Meet Andy Guy, our Work Based Learning Tutor (WBLT) for Engineering Apprenticeships at The Sheffield College.
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Understanding Apprenticeship Funding
Learn everything you need to know an Apprenticeship funding in this news article!
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Hiring an Apprentice: What you should know
An Apprenticeship is a smart, cost-effective way to recruit a new staff member. Above all, it means you can train someone to work in a way that suits your operation.
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How an Apprenticeship can lead to your dream career
Are you ready to build your career and start earning while you learn? At The Sheffield College, Apprenticeships+ we believe that an Apprenticeship is the perfect way to kick-start your journey to your dream career.
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Upskill Your Workforce with The Sheffield College, Apprenticeships+
In today's competitive business environment, ensuring your workforce is the best it can be is more important than ever. The Sheffield College, Apprenticeships+ offers an extensive range of training courses designed to help you do just that.
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College signs partnership agreement with major local employer
Staff skills in the local healthcare sector have been given a boost thanks to a partnership between two of Sheffield’s largest employers.
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Inspirational Journey of an Apprentice to a Managing Director
From a young age, Alicia had big dreams of being independent. She wanted to learn to drive, move out and go into work at the earliest opportunity.
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Meet the tutor – Lucy Webster
Introducing Lucy Webster, our Work Based Learning Tutor for customer service and business administration Apprenticeships here at The Sheffield College.
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Meet the tutor – Nico Pigan
Meet Nico Pigan, our new Work Based Learning Tutor & Assessor for plumbing and domestic heating Apprenticeships here at The Sheffield College.
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New apprenticeship partnership to support manufacturing employers gets set for launch
The Sheffield College is launching a new apprenticeship partnership with the Company of Cutlers to support manufacturing employers in the region.
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Local MP Praises Liberty Steel UK Training Centre
Labour MP John Healy and Labour candidate Marie Tidball recently visited our top-of-the-range training centre based at Liberty Steel UK, Sheffield
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Talented apprentices celebrated at The Sheffield College awards ceremony
Talented apprentices from The Sheffield College who are training with employers across the city and beyond have been celebrated at an annual showcase event.
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The Sheffield College spearheads new ‘big apprenticeship pledge’
Employers are being urged to sign up to a new ‘big apprenticeship pledge’ being spearheaded by The Sheffield College.
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Apprentice minimum wage boosted by 21% from April 2024
The UK Treasury announced that Apprentice’s will see their minimum hourly rate rise from £5.28 to £6.40 on the 1st of April 2024.
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Prime Minister Pledges to Create 20,000 more Apprenticeships
In the first economic speech since the Spring Budget, Rishi Sunak announced that he would create up to 20,000 more Apprenticeships by implementing reforms such as fully funded training for young people and removing the current red tape for small businesses.
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Apprentices at The Sheffield College championed in new campaign
Apprentices and employers training the next generation of talent are being championed by The Sheffield College’s Apprenticeships+ service this week.
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Apprentices’ achievements celebrated at college ceremony
An awards ceremony celebrating the positive impact of apprentices in their workplaces and beyond has been held by The Sheffield College.
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National Apprenticeship Week 2023 campaign launches
A campaign that celebrates the positive impact of apprenticeships in training individuals in the skills and knowledge for a rewarding career is launching this week.
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Fine artist turned floristry apprentice celebrates WorldSkills UK medal win
A fine art graduate who decided to change career and train as a florist is celebrating after clinching second place in a national skills competition.
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Budding floristry apprentices and students win a string of industry awards
A group of budding florists training with The Sheffield College have won a string of industry awards.
