Author: Krasimira Petkova
🐝 Ever wondered what it’s like to work behind the scenes in food manufacturing? In this video, we meet Rachael Bowles and Lee, two team members at Hilltop Honey in Newtown, who share how apprenticeships have helped them grow, learn new skills, and make a real impact. 👷♂️ Rachael Bowles leads the blending room,… Read more »
At Cambrian Training Company we are proud to support apprentices from all walks of life; including those returning to study after a gap of many years, learners with additional learning needs or disabilities and those with diverse linguistic backgrounds. Initially, we begin by understanding each apprentice’s prior experience, learning style, and career goals. Part… Read more »
For 20-year-old Welsh chef Gabrielle Wilson, 2025 is shaping up to be a year she’ll never forget. From graduating with an Apprenticeship in Professional Cookery to being selected to represent Team UK at EuroSkills Herning 2025, Gabi’s journey is a testament to talent, tenacity, and the power of learning on the job. Gabi’s culinary story… Read more »
At Conwy Council, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a way of life. And for John Thomas and John Clay, it’s also been the foundation of two remarkable careers built on hard work, adaptability and the power of apprenticeships. John Thomas: From the Driver’s Seat to Leading the Way John Thomas began his journey… Read more »
In the lively kitchen of Ysgol Y Graig in Llangefni, Joanne Cox is quietly revolutionising the school lunch. Far more than just nourishing meals, she’s serving up creativity, leadership and a true passion for making a difference. Joanne recently achieved her Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership through Compass Group UK & Ireland’s training programme – an impressive milestone reflecting her… Read more »
Growing Llantwit Major-based Farmers Pantry Butchers celebrated success at the recent inaugural British Butchery Awards. The company, which won the Best Large Butchery Business in Wales Award, operates three standalone shops – another to open soon – and four franchise locations within garden centres across South Wales. The company also runs an online shop and… Read more »
2025 is turning out to be a memorable year for talented Welsh chef Gabi Wilson who is looking forward to representing the UK in Denmark. The 20-year-old chef from Chapters, a Green Michelin star restaurant in Hay-on-Wye, has been selected by Team UK to compete at EuroSkills Herning 2025 in September, following her success… Read more »
Trainers at one of Wales’ leading work-based learning providers have been praised for becoming learners to enhance their skills and knowledge through apprenticeships to develop their careers. Nine employees of Welshpool-based Cambrian Training Company, which has offices across Wales, were among more than 100 apprentices recognised at an apprenticeship graduation ceremony. The company and its… Read more »
Milestones in the learning journeys of more than 100 Welsh apprentices were celebrated at an apprenticeship graduation ceremony in Mid Wales. Apprentices travelled from across Wales to attend the bi-annual graduation ceremony organised by Cambrian Training Company and its sub-contractors at the Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd. Cambrian Training Company’s managing director, Faith O’Brien, congratulated the… Read more »
The achievements of apprentices, employers and work-based learning practitioners from across Wales were celebrated at an awards ceremony in Mid Wales. Twenty-seven finalists competed for the Apprenticeship, Employment and Skills Awards organised by Cambrian Training Company, a leading Welsh work-based learning provider. The prestigious awards, held at The Metropole Hotel & Spa, Llandrindod Wells, recognised… Read more »
