To support International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8, an organisation that represents training providers across Wales is to host three discussions during the month focused on achieving gender balance and diversity in apprenticeships. The National Training Federation for Wales (NTfW) discussions will focus on finding sustainable solutions to address gender imbalance in apprenticeship opportunities… Read more »
This February, the Celtic Collection hosted an extra special event to celebrate over 200 apprenticeships since the luxury hotel’s doors opened in 1982. This alumni event brought together past and present apprentices throughout the years to show their appreciation and just how far they have come in their careers. This impressive bunch celebrated in style… Read more »
National Apprenticeship Week 7th – 13th February 22 Cambrian Training Company are celebrating national apprenticeship week this February. We want to take this opportunity to shout about how great apprenticeships can be for businesses. Elevate your business. Hire an apprentice. Apprenticeships are an effective way to upskill your current staff or expand by hiring new… Read more »
It’s 2022 and what better way to start the year than focusing on how to build your career. Whether you are looking to upskill in your current role or take on a new challenge, why not set some resolutions to help you achieve your goals. Update your CV Keeping your CV up to date is… Read more »
North-east Wales butcher Ben Roberts is set for the biggest challenge of his career as he takes on six other finalists in the 2021 Butchery WorldSkills UK contest. The prestigious contest, to be held at Reaseheath College, Nantwich on November 11 and 12, will see Britain and Ireland’s finest butchers challenged across a range of… Read more »
By Arwyn Watkins, OBE, managing director of Cambrian Training Company and president of the Culinary Association of Wales. Most people will now be aware of the recruitment crisis in several sectors of the economy both here in Wales and across the UK. The shortage of lorry drivers has been dominating the headlines lately, but the… Read more »
Apprenticeships continue to play a vital role in Welsh businesses, helping to develop skills and create a robust and effective workforce. Any employer in Wales, regardless of it’s size or sector, can benefit from the apprenticeship incentive. The Welsh Government have announced that the existing incentive scheme will be extended until February 2022, which makes… Read more »
Finalists for this year’s Butchery WorldSkills UK competition have been announced following virtual heats where butchers were judged online from their workplace or home. Seven butchers from across England, Wales and Ireland will be seeking to win the prestigious competition which will be held for the first time at Reaseheath College, Nantwich on November 11 and 12. The… Read more »
Why not treat yourself this weekend by creating individual moulded chocolates, give our recipe a go … Chocolate 300g Chocolate of your choice 200g granulated sugar 90g salted butter, room temperature cut up into 6 pieces 120ml Double cream 1 teaspoon salt Equipment Chocolate mould of your choice Scraper Medium Saucepan Wooden spoon or spatula Piping bags `Whisk Instructions… Read more »
