Careers and Employability Team Blog: September Edition
Blogs and Vlogs
Welcome to the September edition of our CET blog!
Meet Your Careers Team at Weston College!
Whether you're planning your next steps, exploring career options, or preparing for the world of work, the Careers and Employability Team is here to support you every step of the way.
Who Are We?
We’re a friendly team of professionals dedicated to helping you succeed:
Weston College Welcomes 900+ Visitors to Inspiring ‘What Next?’ Careers Event
On 24th September, Weston College welcomed over 900 local people to the Winter Gardens for the ‘What Next’ Careers Showcase for Year 10’s and 11’s.
A key date in the calendar, ‘What Next?’ is one of the biggest events of the year, showcasing so many opportunities for year 11 students, and this year’s event did not disappoint. Attendees had the opportunity to find out more about their potential career pathway; from meeting Weston College staff from all faculties, to speaking with a wide range of employers.
UCW Sponsor Somerset Business Awards 2026
On 10th September, Tracie Leahy, Head of Apprenticeships, and Lynsey McKinstry, Strategic Business Partnerships Manager, attended the launch of the Somerset Business Awards 2026 at Hestercombe House.
Construction Students Visit Future Generation of Learners
Degree Apprentice Jack Shortlisted for AoC Apprentice of the Year
We are delighted to announce that former Weston College student Jack Lewis has been shortlisted for Apprentice of the Year at the Association of College’s annual AoC Awards! These prestigious awards recognise the best of the best students from colleges and higher education across the whole of the UK.
Embracing Sustainability: The Perfect Apprenticeship Standard for Any Business
Blogs and Vlogs
Employers
The critical importance of embedding sustainable practices and corporate social responsibility (CSR) into core business operations remains at the top of business need. Consumers, employees, and stakeholders are increasingly taking note of companies that go beyond profit margins to make a tangible positive impact on the environment and society. To meet this growing need, an exciting Level 4 apprenticeship has been launched as an innovative and practical solution.
Apprentice, Will, Secures Role at CJ Hole to Keep Family Tradition Going
Employers
Will Creswick has marked the end of his 18-month apprenticeship with estate agency CJ Hole by earning his Customer Service Level 2 Practitioner qualification - and has been offered a full-time position on the spot!
Will began his apprenticeship soon after completing GCSEs at The Kings Academy in Cheddar. Under the guidance of his apprenticeship assessor Georgina, Will has balanced his apprenticeship assignments with on-the-job training at CJ Hole’s Burnham office.
