Kettering's Tresham College to hold apprenticeship nights for parents

Kettering’s Tresham College will hold two events in National Apprenticeship Week for parents who are anxious about the future employment prospects of their children.

The Windmill Avenue campus will stage the events from 5pm to 8pm on Tuesday, February 7, and again on Thursday, February 9.

Local and national employers and agencies involved in apprenticeships will showcase opportunities and there will advice and guidance on how today’s apprenticeship schemes work.

These can range from 16-year-olds going straight from school into work, or advanced apprenticeships for those who who are older and may have completed further or higher education.

Gina Bubbins, director of business development at The Bedford College Group, which Tresham College is part of, said: “We know what employers are looking for and the best way to find a good fit for young people offering access to some great companies and career opportunities.

"Come along and find out what the options are instead of just opting for university without hearing about ‘earn while you learn’ options.”

Vacancies advertised recently by The Bedford College Group include jobs in technology, engineering, vision and robots, landscaping, customer service, payroll and compliance.

The register for the events click here for February 7 or click here for February 9.

Last year Robin Webber-Jones was appointed as the new principal of Tresham College after The Bedford College Group announced a number of management changes.

College art and design lecturer Steph Lee-Vae was also named as one of the nation’s most inspirational educators after winning a prestigious award.