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Meet Josh Vartan who was nominated and received a Suffolk Adult Learner Award during 2022

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Meet Josh Vartan who was nominated and received a Suffolk Adult Learner Award during 2022

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Josh Vartan Case Study Level 3 Team Leader Supervisor  

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Please take a moment to find out about the apprenticeships available with WS Training 

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Please take a moment to find out about the apprenticeships available with WS Training 

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Meet Louise Bolden - Winner of the Bury Free Press 'Apprentice of the Year'

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Meet Louise Bolden - Winner of the Bury Free Press 'Apprentice of the Year'

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Meet Cameron Saunders who works at Corbel, really enjoying his apprenticeship.

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Meet Cameron Saunders who works at Corbel, really enjoying his apprenticeship.

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Meet Megan Paternoster who achieved her Distinction working at the Supported Learning Centre 

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Meet Megan Paternoster who achieved her Distinction working at the Supported Learning Centre 

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How much do you know about apprenticeships?

Test your knowledge with our fun quiz and learn a little more about what roles are available, when to apply, when companies advertise and what they might be looking for.

Can you get 10/10?

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The Apprenticeship Quiz 2023 - Amazing Apprenticeships

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Test your knowledge with our fun quiz and learn a little more about what roles are available, when to apply, when companies advertise and what they might be looking for.

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National Apprenticeship Week 2023, 6th - 12th February 2023

National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2023 is the 16th annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships.

The week brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy.

Skills For Life

The theme for National Apprenticeship Week 2023 is "Skills for Life"; reflecting on how apprenticeships can help individuals to develop the skills and knowledge required for a rewarding career, and businesses to develop a talented workforce that is equipped with future-ready skills.

To get involved, or find out more about National Apprenticeship Week 2023, you can:

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National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2023 is the 16th annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships. The week brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy.

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Meet David Hancy who was nominated for Mentor of the Year with Apprenticeships Norfolk

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Meet David Hancy who was nominated for Mentor of the Year with Apprenticeships Norfolk

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On Friday our Head of Skills and Quality 'Jane' and apprentice 'Grace' will be attending the celebration event which is broadcasting live on CHAOS TV

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On Friday our Head of Skills and Quality 'Jane' and apprentice 'Grace' will be attending the celebration event which is broadcasting live on CHAOS TV

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Apprenticeships Suffolk - National Apprenticeship Week 2023 - Stallholders

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Apprentices:  Sign up to attend the UKs Biggest Apprenticeship Assembly 2023 10:00am

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Apprentices:  Sign up to attend the UKs Biggest Apprenticeship Assembly 2023 10:00am

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The process is easy, self register and take part in an assembly with apprentices from all over the UK

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The Big Assembly is a 100% free live assembly broadcast, shown to over 140,000 people across the UK! It's the place to be to learn all about apprenticeships from a variety of different perspectives, including former and current apprentices, employers of apprentices, parents, education providers, and much more.

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Follow the link to self-register for the upcoming lunchtime webinar 

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Follow the link to self-register for the upcoming lunchtime webinar 

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WS Training and Watertight Thinking warmly invite you to this webinar

Employing a marketing doer may be the first step in increasing your marketing capability, but how can you be sure they’re really going to make a difference?

If you’re unsure why, how and importantly who will do that marketing, then this session will give you the answers.

Who is this session for?

Leading an established £2m+ small business?

Looking for sustainable sales and revenue growth?

Need someone to actually do the marketing and also understand what and why?

"WS Training have been amazing with my staff making the whole enrolment process seamless, I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in Digital Marketing"

“You gave me the confidence that we could, with our apprentice on the Watertight-informed apprenticeship, nurture Chris along the journey to understanding and implementing marketing for the company.”  Rory Delahoyde, MD, HA Hosting.

Agenda

What is a digital marketing apprenticeship?

How it supports your business plan

Why ‘doing’ the marketing is only part of the jigsaw

What this programme offers<br>

Using the apprenticeship levy to fund your apprentice

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Are you interested in becoming a volunteer?

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Are you interested in becoming a volunteer?

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Please access the website here to see our latest apprenticeship opportunities 

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Please access the website here to see our latest apprenticeship opportunities 

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commercial course listing - Apprenticeship Dates

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Take a look at the Made in Norfolk TV Advert and check out their website here:  https://apprenticeshipsnorfolk.org/made-in-norfolk-2022

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Employers, there are grants available from Apprenticeships Norfolk - check out the information here

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Employers, there are grants available from Apprenticeships Norfolk - check out the information here

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Grants and Incentives from Apprenticeships Norfolk

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Check out the variety of grants & incentives you may be able to access, to support your apprentice and/or support your business to start an apprenticeship…

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Meet Nia Cushway who has used her Apprenticeship to progress to a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship

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Meet Nia Cushway who has used her Apprenticeship to progress to a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship

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Meet David Fowler Level 5 Operational Departmental Management Learner from Treatt PLC

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Meet David Fowler Level 5 Operational Departmental Management Learner from Treatt PLC

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Lunchtime IAG Session with Tracey, come along and ask any apprenticeship questions 12:30-13:30pm

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Lunchtime IAG Session with Tracey, come along and ask any apprenticeship questions 12:30-13:30pm

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The first T Levels started in September 2020 at selected schools and colleges in England.

More T Levels start in the following years until more than 20 are available, covering everything from agriculture to catering and engineering to science.

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The first T Levels started in September 2020 at selected schools and colleges in England. More T Levels start in the following years until more than 20 are available, covering everything from agriculture to catering and engineering to science.

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Apprenticeship Opportunities - Apprenticeships Suffolk 

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Apprenticeship Opportunities - Apprenticeships Suffolk 

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Jobs in Suffolk - Apprenticeships Suffolk

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Find the latest work experience and apprenticeships vacancies around the Suffolk area at Apprenticeships Suffolk.

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You can access free community courses for Mental Health with Suffolk Mind - please follow the links below

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You can access free community courses for Mental Health with Suffolk Mind - please follow the links below

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Courses for Carers

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Suffolk Mind Community Services will be running a range of free community courses that will introduce you to practical ways to support your mental health and that of those around you - whether at home, work, or anywhere else. At present, our current grant funding means we can only offer free courses to carers, or those affected by gambling.

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Wellbeing - Take some time out to read about managing your mental health during #NAW23

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Wellbeing - Take some time out to read about managing your mental health during #NAW23

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Staying well - we know we need the right diet and regular exercise. But the emotional need for meaning and purpose is essential too.

The need for meaning and purpose
It may be hard for parents to believe sometimes, but boredom in a small child was not put there by nature to annoy us. Boredom is nature's way of pushing a child to learn, to be stretched and challenged in ways which give them a sense that they are growing. And, when they are growing, they are mastering the skills and knowledge which will enable them to cope when life sends challenges their way. And our need for meaning and purpose continues beyond childhood to form the warp and weft of our lives.

A lack of meaning and purpose will often voice itself when people are experiencing depression: "I can't see why I should bother," "what's the point in going on?", or even more concerning, "the world would be better off without me." If we really listen, this is nature telling us that a person has lost their connection with meaning and purpose in their life. On the other hand, when people have meaning and purpose in their lives it helps them make sense of the adversity we are often faced with; accidents, injuries, bereavements and illness, none of which seem fair or just.

Seeing the meaning when we learn
A huge source of meaning and purpose comes from gaining knowledge and skills. When a person gains understanding or finally cracks mastering a new skill - be it a professional competency, an art or craft, a sporting skills, a language or topic of study - they may exclaim "I see what you mean!" They have literally seen the connection between what they knew before and the new learning, as if they had fresh eyes.

Feeling we are needed
As we are living longer, planning for how we will get meaning and purpose into our lives post retirement and when our children grow up, move away and thrive independently can become more challenging. This can sometimes tip people into depression if they no longer feel needed. To prepare for this possibility, we might seek out opportunities to make a contribution to the needs of others. This may be through volunteering or supporting worthy causes.

Connecting up to something bigger
For some people, meaning and purpose comes through being connected to something bigger than themselves. This can be because they are raising a family, running a business or working to provide a service which other people depend upon. It might also take the form of a quest for meaning and purpose. For some people this might mean involvement with religious or political ideas which help them make meaningful sense of their experiences. It might just as well come from a quest for scientific, philosophical or spiritual truth.

The research shows that when people have these elements in their lives that they are more resilient to stressful life events, and feel more fulfilled in general. It might be worth all of us reflecting on how we can get meaning and purpose into the centre of our lives.

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Meaning and Purpose: The key to resilience - Suffolk Mind

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Staying well - we know we need the right diet and regular exercise. But the emotional need for meaning and purpose is essential too. The need for meaning and purpose It may be hard for parents to believe sometimes, but boredom in a small child was not put there by nature to annoy us.

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Apprenticeship Arcade:  Play the true or false game #NAW23

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Apprenticeship Arcade:  Play the true or false game #NAW23

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True or False Game (Wordwall) - Amazing Apprenticeships

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In this game, apprenticeship facts fly by at speed! Choose 'correct' or 'incorrect' to win points!

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Apprenticeship Arcade: Play the balloon pop game #NAW23

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Apprenticeship Arcade: Play the balloon pop game #NAW23

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In this game, we have split some apprenticeship roles in half. You have to pop the balloons and drop the apprenticeship halves into the wagon labelled with the matching halves!

Work through as many levels as you wish. What score can you achieve?

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Balloon Pop Game (Wordwall) - Amazing Apprenticeships

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In this game, we have split some apprenticeship roles in half. You have to pop the balloons and drop the apprenticeship halves into the wagon labelled with the matching halves! Work through as many levels as you wish. What score can you achieve? Share this:

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Apprenticeship Arcade:  Play Whack a Mole #NAW23

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Apprenticeship Arcade:  Play Whack a Mole #NAW23

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In this game, you can win points by hitting the moles with real apprenticeships on them!

You'll get extra points for speed, but there will be some non-apprenticeship roles in there also so be careful not to hit the wrong moles!

Work through as many levels as you wish. What score can you achieve?

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Whack-a-mole Game (Wordwall) - Amazing Apprenticeships

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In this game, you can win points by hitting the moles with real apprenticeships on them! You'll get extra points for speed, but there will be some non-apprenticeship roles in there also so be careful not to hit the wrong moles! Work through as many levels as you wish.

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Take the Guess the Apprenticeship Quiz #NAW23

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Take the Guess the Apprenticeship Quiz #NAW23

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Guess the Apprenticeship Quiz - Amazing Apprenticeships

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Can you guess which apprenticeship these apprentices are describing? Take this quiz and discover the range of apprenticeships available!

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Employers, there are grants available from Apprenticeships Suffolk - check out the information here

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Employers, there are grants available from Apprenticeships Suffolk - check out the information here

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Apprentices, please provide us with your selfies for #selfiesunday it's a great way to show us your talents at work.  

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Apprentices, please provide us with your selfies for #selfiesunday it's a great way to show us your talents at work.  

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Step 1 - Take a photograph of yourself at work - even better if it is an action shot
Step 2 - If you consent, send your selfie into tbedford@wstraining.co.uk
Step 3 - Post your selfie to social media with the #NAW23 #WStraining

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Resource Hub | National Apprenticeship Week

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Don’t miss out on our latest news and events by signing up for our newsletter.

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Youth Misspent Research Launch Event Recording

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Spotlight on Careers 2023 - WorldSkills UK

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Join in the 2023 new release of our popular careers advice modules featuring young professionals.

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We are very proud that Dofygate Ltd has been shortlisted for the Micro & small sized apprenticeship Employer of the Year.  

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We are very proud that Dofygate Ltd has been shortlisted for the Micro & small sized apprenticeship Employer of the Year.  