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Harley engineers dream career with Foundation Apprenticeship
Harley Higgins chose a Foundation Apprenticeship in Engineering at school as he wanted to work in engineering and realised that getting on-the-job experience would help him decide which sector he wanted to go into.
Foundation Apprenticeship inspires Katie to be a role model
Doing a Foundation Apprenticeship at school gave Katie Phinn the confidence to pursue her dream career while inspiring other deaf youngsters with her courage and determination.
Career changer Dafni says Fit Like? to forestry
Dafni Nianiaka worked in education and health and social care before making the move to forestry. Now a Tree Health Officer for Scottish Forestry, she said: “I started out my career in forestry but had moved into teaching then working as a care assistant. I was thirty when I moved to Aberdeen from Greece to complete my masters.
Eilidh separates the wood from the seas
Growing up in Glasgow, Eilidh Malcolm hadn’t really considered a career in forestry. Now Education Programme Manager for Scottish Forestry, Eilidh started her career as an Aquarist before shifting into land-based roles.
Welcoming woodlands are top priority for Romena
Scottish Forestry Engagement Manager ensuring inclusive outdoor spaces
Career changer Ros goes from treading boards to felling them
Former stage manager switches to woodland management and is urging more women to join the industry.
Skills for Growth helps company dig deep for success
Astrak has been providing earth moving equipment for over 18 years, supplying undercarriage and parts for track machinery to all industry sectors.
PACE support helps bottling plant staff plan next steps following redundancy
Workers at a bottling plant in Cumnock have received support to take their next steps following redundancy.
Hotel benefits from Skills for Growth support
Hotel benefits from Skills for Growth support
Foundation Apprenticeships lay tracks for Network Rail Scotland to find future workforce
Foundation Apprenticeships lay tracks for Network Rail Scotland to find future workforce
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