Category Archives: Apprenticeship Awards Cymru
Mentor’s one-to-one support helps trainee to carve out a career in carpentry
English | Cymraeg Jamie Hopkins was severely bullied at school and consequently left without any qualifications. It wasn’t until four years later that he rediscovered his love of learning thanks to the support he received through a traineeship with Itec. … Read more
Posted in Apprenticeship Awards Cymru |Chloe’s successful learning journey begins with Traineeship
English | Cymraeg A shy school leaver has been transformed into a confident, self-assured employee after beginning her learning journey with the Welsh Government’s Traineeship Programme. Chloe Harvey, 19, of Monkton, near Pembroke, linked up with learning provider PRP Training … Read more
Posted in Apprenticeship Awards Cymru |Thibaud develops his career and finds a new family in Wales
English | Cymraeg Thibaud Gailliard’s learning journey since arriving in Wales from France as a shy 16-year-old, following the loss of his mother to cancer, has been described as “incredible”. He could speak little English and had no formal qualifications … Read more
Posted in Apprenticeship Awards Cymru |Traineeship lays foundation for a successful construction industry career
English | Cymraeg Ross Vincent is on course for a career in the building trade thanks to a Traineeship which sparked his interest in bricklaying. Ross, 18, who lives in Pembroke Dock, has gone from his Traineeship to secure an … Read more
Posted in Apprenticeship Awards Cymru |Determined Lewis turns life around to furnish a new career
English | Cymraeg Deeside teenager Lewis O’Neill has turned his life around and is looking forward to a career as a furniture upholsterer after being set on the right track by the Welsh Government’s Traineeship Programme. Completing Traineeship Engagement and … Read more
Posted in Apprenticeship Awards Cymru |From Botswana to Blaenavon: one learner’s ambition to teach in Wales
English | Cymraeg Jessica Apps moved half way around the world to begin a new life in South Wales with her mum and younger sister in November 2019 and has been described as a “superb role model” as she sets … Read more
Posted in Apprenticeship Awards Cymru |Tutor who uses her dyslexia to inspire learners is an award finalist
English | Cymraeg Many people see dyslexia as a barrier. Tutor Stephanie Fry however focuses on the opportunity it provides to successfully support her learners to achieve their full potential. As skills manager for Wales England Care, Stephanie, 29, from … Read more
Posted in Apprenticeship Awards Cymru |Karen inspires accountancy learners to fulfil their potential
English | Cymraeg Accountancy tutor Karen Richards is achieving her mission of inspiring and supporting learners to be the best they can be. With a pass rate of 86%, her learners at ACT in Cardiff are well above the national … Read more
Posted in Apprenticeship Awards Cymru |Hannah loves watching her learners flourish and succeed
English | Cymraeg One of the biggest rewards of Hannah Kane-Roberts’ job is supporting learners through their journey and watching them flourish and succeed. Hannah, 27, from Splott, Cardiff, is a youth tutor at work-based learning provider Itec’s Cardiff Centre … Read more
Posted in Apprenticeship Awards Cymru |Assessor Lydia is training the next generation of managers
English | Cymraeg Flexibility, attention to detail and strong organisational skills are all key to Lydia Harris’ successful career in management training. Having worked for Bridgend-based JGR Training for the past decade, Lydia has some big-hitting clients under her belt … Read more
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