Scottish Apprenticeship Week runs from 3rd – 7th March and highlights the great opportunities that both individuals and businesses can benefit from by hiring an apprentice in Dumfries and Galloway.
For apprentices, it’s an exciting way to start a new career path, safe in the knowledge you’re in good hands learning from the best and unlocking your potential.
For organisations, it provides the opportunity to tailor your workforce to the needs of your business.
If you’re thinking of becoming an apprentice, find out more about the events we’re holding throughout Scottish Apprenticeship Week, which could help you gain employment on the day.
If you’re a business, find out how taking on an apprentice will help you grow your business, achieve your goals and make sure your staff are developing the skills you need both now and in the future.
Get involved
Come along to both our campuses and speak to businesses that have job vacancies for apprenticeships right now.
Find out who is hiring, speak to employers and find out how you can unlock your potential in a Modern Apprenticeship role.
Recruitment event
Join us at our Dumfries campus, where employers will be actively looking for candidates to fill the apprenticeship roles they have available.
Find out more about apprenticeships, what employers are looking for and apply for roles whilst you’re there.
Date: 4th March
Time: 9.30am – 12pm
Address: Dumfries and Galloway College, Bankend Road, Dumfries, DG1 4FD
FREE event – join us on the day and get one step ahead
Business Breakfast
Businesses in the region are invited to join us and learn about how apprenticeships could benefit your business. Hear from other businesses successfully employing apprentices and connect with agencies who could help your business thrive.
Date: 4th March
Time: 8am – 9am
Address: Dumfries and Galloway College, Bankend Road, Dumfries, DG1 4FD
FREE event – join us on the day and get one step ahead
Recruitment event
Come along to our Stranraer campus, where employers will be actively looking for candidates to fill the apprenticeship roles they have available.
Find out more about apprenticeships, what employers are looking for and apply for roles whilst you’re there.
Date: 5th March
Time: 10am – 12pm
Address: Dumfries and Galloway College, Lewis Street, Stranraer, DG9 7AL
FREE event – join us on the day and get one step ahead
Why become an apprentice?
If you’re considering becoming a Modern Apprentice, there are so many fantastic reasons why it will be a positive experience that will help to boost your career opportunities.
From your own personal confidence to the skills you will learn in your job role, all whilst working towards a qualification and earning money at the same time – the benefits are far and wide.
- Earn while you learn
- Gain hands-on experience in your chosen industry
- Broad range of subject areas/job roles/qualifications to choose from
- The experience will help to give your studies real life context
- Training tailored to the job role you’re doing
- Working with your employer to gain the experience that’s right for you
- Nationally recognised qualification accredited by Scottish Qualifications Authority
“Being at College Academy has really enhanced my time management skills and my confidence has also really grown and I feel like I’ve got some good skills to take on to university now.“
Amelia Kurowska – former Foundation Apprentice in Social Services, Children and Young People
Businesses
It’s a big decision to take on new staff but the benefits of hiring a Modern Apprentice can boost your business far and wide.
Why take on an Apprentice?
Taking on a Modern Apprentice could be a turning point for your business. You can use them to recruit new talent or upskill your existing employees and help to shape the future of your workforce with this flexible, yet tailored approach to training staff.
Key benefits of employing an Apprentice include:
- Improved productivity in the workplace through your investment in staff
- Developing your workforce to be more skilled
- Tailoring the training to your business needs
- The opportunity to upskill existing employees or recruiting new
- Retain your staff, thus lowering recruitment costs
To find out more information, you can email us to arrange a phone call or look at more funding information.
Blackburn’s Hair Salon
These Apprenticeships have been the foundation for us to build, develop, and grow our salon groups
Wayne Blackburn – Owner
