This National T Level Week, we want to share how industry placements not only benefit learners, but also hugely benefit businesses by allowing them to seamlessly integrate fresh, dynamic talent into their workforce.

We spoke to Beard Construction and UHBW to find out about their experiences of taking on industry placement learners.

BEARD CONSTRUCTION:

It’s T Levels Week so we want to discuss the different progression routes students can take after completing a T Level and the benefits they have on future careers. 

T Levels were officially launched in September 2020 but have already proved to be an excellent pathway for many learners, allowing them to progress onto apprenticeships, degree apprenticeships, university and full-time employment.  

This month, The Grand Pier hosted a Cyber Security Awareness event, CSIDES, to educate individuals, students, and employers about the importance of Cyber Security and provide them with the tools to protect themselves and their organisations. Our Digital students attended the event to build on their knowledge and network with professionals in the industry. 

Last week, former T Level Construction student, Ben, visited our current Year 1 and Year 2 Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction T Level students to discuss his journey from Weston College into his current position as a Structural Technician Apprentice at Stantec.  

Last month, our Year 2 Level 3 Travel & Tourism learners took a trip to Bristol Airport’s Career Fair in order to network with employers and check out the possible routes and positions students could go into within Bristol Airport and the <

It is vital that businesses keep their workers up to date with the latest industry trends and skills, and this is key for businesses in the automotive industry, where the likes of electric vehicles are constantly evolving and expanding.