Bradford College is joining the rest of the country in marking the 16th annual National Apprenticeship Week (#NAW2023).
Taking place this week from 6th to 12th February, the week-long celebration showcases the incredible benefits apprenticeships bring using this year’s theme, “Skills for Life.”
Bradford College has a packed timetable of #NAW2023 activities
planned, including specialist staff training, an apprenticeship open day, and
the Apprenticeship Games – a day of fun challenges and quizzes for employers
and their apprentices.
Anyone considering an apprenticeship, or employing an apprentice, is invited to
attend the Bradford College Apprenticeship Open Day on Wednesday 8th February,
2-6 pm, at the Apprenticeships building (Little Germany Campus, Chapel Street,
BD1 5BY). Book a place via the Bradford College website and get expert advice from the team.
Bradford College has over 30 years of experience delivering apprenticeships across varied sectors, including healthcare, construction, engineering, dental, motor vehicle, early years, hairdressing, and teaching. Professional Services apprenticeships include Business Administration, Customer Service, and Team Leader & Management.
Last year, Bradford College was awarded
the title of West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Training Provider of the Year at the
first-ever West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards. The College supports up to
1,600 apprentices across approximately 900 employers at any one time in
Bradford and the wider Leeds City Region and beyond.
Recent success stories include Alexandra Robinson, a former Bradford College
Business Administration Apprentice who overcame numerous challenges to gain
employment at Thornton Primary School. Alexandra’s inspirational story earned
her Apprentice of the Year and overall winner at the 2022 Bradford Means
Business awards night.
Alexandra said of her apprenticeship:
“It’s brilliant because you’re getting paid but also learning your job
which, for me, is a lot better than just going to college. […] If you’re
struggling or can’t do something then explain this and you will be supported.
They listen and can guide you in the right direction so that you understand.”
Bradford College boasts a roll-on roll-off curriculum, which means all apprenticeships can begin at any point within the year. The College can help to explain the application process, CV writing, interview tips, or speaking to a business about the benefits of employing an apprentice.
Many small businesses also take advantage of regional
apprenticeship funding for training existing staff. Kelly McAllister, Head of
Apprenticeships and Business Development at Bradford College, said:
“We also offer higher and degree-equivalent apprenticeships, […] ideal for
employees who, for example, are promoted to supervisors or team leaders but
need additional management development.”
Find
out more about apprenticeship training at Bradford College:
www.bradfordcollege.ac.uk/apprenticeships
