Employers in Staffordshire can help boost numeracy skills within their workforce through free courses.
They aim to address a growing concern among companies that up to two thirds of employees need improved maths’ abilities for their jobs.
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A JCB apprentice who is working at the cutting edge of engineering has scooped a top industry honour.
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A businessman from Newcastle-under-Lyme, who attracted national media attention by calling for an apprenticeship in smartphone repairs, is now urging potential industry partners to support his bid to set one up.
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A Staffordshire University skier is flying high after winning a medal for Team GB at the World University Games. Second year student Thea Fenwick claimed bronze with an impressive display in the Women’s Freeski Slopestyle event at the FISU Winter World University Games held in Lake Placid, New York State. More than
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Waterside hospitality and entertainment company Aston Marina has scooped an award for its forward-thinking approach to the development of apprentices. The dining, wedding and events venue, near Stone, has been employing apprentices for the past decade – many who have stayed with the company and others who have gone on
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Employers are being urged to join an initiative that helps remedy the skills shortage in Staffordshire by boosting education and training.
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Keele University is hosting a series of free webinars offering people the chance to learn more about some of its apprenticeship programmes.
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Hairdresser Vinny-Lee Brennan is riding a wave of success as he prepares to open his own salon.
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A specially designed vehicle is helping student paramedics learn how to administer life-saving treatment to people involved in major road accidents.
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Aldi has launched its biggest-ever apprenticeship drive with 500 roles available across the UK – and dozens in Staffordshire.
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