Businesses looking to recruit apprentices or use the Apprenticeships Programme in Wales to upskill their workforce can now access a new service for employers. The National Training Federation for Wales (NTfW), which represents more than 100 learning providers across Wales, has appointed a team of specialists to make it easier for employers to engage with… Read more »
Two experienced Welsh chefs will be on a mission to save their country’s culinary heritage and traditions when they attend the World Heritage Cuisine Summit and Food Festival in India later this year. Gareth Johns, head chef at The Wynnstay Hotel, Machynlleth and Chris Bason, head of the hospitality business unit at Cambrian Training Company,… Read more »
One of Wales’ top training providers has strengthened its team to deliver a “digital solution” which will see a more streamlined approach to its administration and data collection processes. Alex Hogg, the new management information analyst at Welshpool-based Cambrian Training Company, is devising the solution in response to the Born Digital initiative for work-based learning… Read more »
A woman with more than 20 years of leadership experience within the work-based learning sector across the UK has been appointed the chief operating officer at one of Wales’ top training providers. Faith O’Brien steps up from a consultancy role to the new position at Welshpool-based Cambrian Training Company, which has regional offices in Llanelli,… Read more »
This year’s prestigious Apprenticeship Awards Cymru will be contested by 31 star employers, learners and learning providers from across Wales. Judges had a difficult task selecting the finalists from the many entries in 11 award categories. The winners will be announced at a high-profile awards ceremony at the Celtic Manor Resort, Newport on November 9. The… Read more »
Young innovators of the future have been given an insight into the world of business through a visit to Mid Wales-based Invertek Drives Ltd and neighbouring companies. Pupils from Llanfair Caereinion Primary School visited the headquarters and global manufacturing centre of Invertek at the Offa’s Dyke Business Park at Welshpool, Powys, as part of an… Read more »
Chef Mitchell Penberthy is climbing the career ladder in the contract catering sector after honing his cooking skills with help from award-winning training provider Cambrian Training Company. Named Apprentice of the Year in this year’s Cambrian Training Company Awards, Mitchell, 27, from Penarth, has his sights on a long and fulfilling career in the industry. He has worked for the catering and hospitality company, CH&CO,… Read more »
An award-winning training provider has launched a fresh, new look with a rebranded company logo and revamped website, which has been designed to support employers and learners all over Wales. Cambrian Training Company chose the Royal Welsh Show last week to both unveil its rebrand and launch its new website with the help of some… Read more »
Two prominent Welsh chefs both said they felt humbled to be among the winners at the inaugural Chef Mentor Awards, designed to recognise the most inspiring mentors in the sector, last night (Tuesday). Held at Celtic Manor Resort, Newport, the awards brought together leaders from restaurant, hotel, catering and education establishments to celebrate individuals who have… Read more »
