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Apprenticeships are building blocks to bright futures at Moffat nursery

A Moffat nursery and out of school club is top of the class after growing its own workforce with apprenticeships to overcome rural recruitment challenges, retain staff and create clear progression pathways.

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aes renewables’ apprenticeships supporting the surge in skills demand

With Scotland facing a green skills gap and national targets demanding rapid growth in renewable energy, apprenticeships are lighting the way for a north-east solar specialist.

Navigating a new life: Alasdair is on course for career success after Graduate Apprenticeship

After battling an extreme neurological illness in his teens, a Graduate Apprenticeship job has given Alasdair McMonagle a new direction in life.

Employability programme helping employers build trained and inclusive workforces

Action for Children’s YouthBuild programme is opening doors for more young Scots to access opportunities like apprenticeships and helping employers find new talent.

Skills for Growth helps the numbers add up for Benson Wood

A Bellshill business has been able to pursue their growth ambitions with the help of Skills for Growth.

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Connection with Careers Adviser provides pipeline of local talent for employer

A partnership between a business and a local SDS Careers Adviser has boosted job opportunities for young people in a rural community.

Fife teens get boost on career ladder thanks to local partnership

Two female Fifers are building their construction careers thanks to a partnership between the local careers service and a major employer.

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GE Aerospace’s apprenticeships see careers take flight

Investing in apprenticeships has propelled hundreds of careers and engineered a highly skilled workforce for an Ayrshire aerospace firm over 45 years.