A desire to be independent, earn her own money and learn new skills all motivated Alisha Shackleton to undertake an apprenticeship in Business Administration – and she’s never looked back!
We look at some of the stories and people who’ve made the news for Swatpro and Swatpro Academy this year: including a major anniversary and a prestigious award.
Global IT Leader CompTIA Recognises Swatpro Academy for their Outstanding Education and Training Programmes.
Trainer Amy Fenegan has a great insight into the value of apprenticeships and training – her household is living proof.
Did you take on an apprentice this Spring or Summer? If so, there could be an incentive payment of £3,000 waiting for you – but you’ll have to act fast.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, once again put apprentices initiatives high on the Government's priority list in today’s budget.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, has extended cash incentives for hiring new apprentices, as part of an additional £500 million jobs support package.
“It’s a rewarding job, seeing young people gaining the skills employers want and embarking on a career in engineering".
“I think one of the most important things an apprenticeship does is it gives you confidence”
Have you worked at the “coalface” of IT and are ready to pass on your knowledge to young people and learners looking to build a career in this skill-shortage sector?
We spoke to Carl & Jayne to find out how they are coping post lockdown, and about their experience of hiring an apprentice.
“I’ve gone from a trainee to someone who is helping train junior staff!”
The Pandemic has been a tough time for many of the businesses Swatpro Academy works with. But despite the hardship, we’ve been thrilled with their resilience – not least their continued commitment to training their staff to the highest levels.
We spoke to Emma Parkin, owner of Exeter’s Boatyard Bakery and Café, about how their business had adapted during Covid and the importance of apprentices.
Swatpro Academy supporting a diverse community of apprentices.