This week, Business West organised a Media Faculty Tour for local employers from Weston-super-Mare and Bristol to attend Weston College’s Loxton Campus to explore the fantastic facilities and gain a better understanding of what our students can offer businesses. Employers such as LRB Media, Green Frog Connect, The Hive, and CIMA attended, getting first-hand insight into how Weston College Media operate. 

Addi Coath, one of the Media lecturers at Weston College, led the tour, viewing crucial Creative Arts facilities such as the Weston Waves student-led radio suite, the fantastic music recording studios, and the Apple Mac suite where students edit their work. 

In addition, employers had the opportunity to visit our TV Studio, where they explored the impressive work produced by Media students over the past year. They viewed a variety of final projects, gaining a first-hand appreciation of the creativity, dedication, and talent demonstrated in each piece. 

Following the showcase, employers were introduced to the college’s top-of-the-line equipment, which is made fully accessible to students at no cost. This invaluable resource enables students to create professional-quality work while developing hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, preparing them for the demands of the media sector. 

To finish off, the group was shown our brand-new Podcast Suite which will be available to students in September. With sound proofing and professional equipment, this new addition will enhance the students’ learning experience and develop their range of skills further.

By inviting potential local employers to tour our facilities, meet the staff, and ask questions, we offer them a first-hand look at the outstanding work happening across the college. These visits highlight the mutual benefits of collaboration: students gain valuable real-world experience by working from briefs and developing ideas alongside clients, while employers have the opportunity to help shape the next generation of talent and receive high-quality marketing and promotional content created by our students. 

With our brand-new Media T Level launching in September, this was a fantastic opportunity for employers to see the benefits of recruiting students and getting involved with this amazing new initiative which gives students invaluable industry experience. 

Lynsey McKinstry, Strategic Business Partnerships Manager at Weston College, assisted Business West in the organisation of this insightful tour. She expressed her gratitude to both Business West and the employers who attended the event, saying: 

“It was a pleasure to welcome a group of employers on the Media Production Faculty Tour and showcase the outstanding facilities and exciting new developments within our Media and Creative faculty. Weston College is home to an incredible amount of talent, and events like this highlight the power of industry collaboration, in partnership with Business West, to help shape a dynamic, future-ready curriculum.” 

Thank you to all the employers in attendance and we hope to collaborate with you in the future to support the future generation of Media professionals. 

If you are interested in applying to our Media T Level in September, click here. 

If you are passionate about education and are looking for an opportunity to join the staff team at a leading college, then look at the latest job vacancies available at Weston College here. You can find all the latest job opportunities that Weston College has to offer, with a commitment to providing quality education for learners and a focus on continuous professional development for staff, Weston College is an excellent place to work and grow in your career. 

Weston College is proud to announce a dynamic new partnership with SLX, one of the UK’s leading technical production companies, as a Careers Excellence Hub Partner for Creative Performance. 

This exciting collaboration reflects a shared commitment to nurturing the next generation of creative talent. SLX, whose work spans high-profile live events, including sports, theatre, television and more; are already seeing success with their first Creative Industries Production Technician apprentice from Weston College. 

“After the success of our first Creative Events Technician apprentice, it’s clear the team at Weston are passionate about equipping students with the real-world skills they need to thrive in live events and production,” said a spokesperson for SLX. “We’re genuinely excited about building on this partnership and helping to inspire the next generation of creative professionals.” 

Career Excellence Hubs at Weston College are designed to prepare learners for the world of work by connecting them with leading employers, providing hands-on industry experience, and embedding career-ready skills into the curriculum. 

This partnership with SLX will further elevate opportunities for students aspiring to enter the vibrant world of live performance and learning how to succeed in technical production.

Last month, South Bristol Youth Charity brought together a group of enthusiastic Year 9 students from Hans Price Academy and Broadoak Academy for an engaging visit to Weston College’s South West Skills Campus. 

The students participated in an interactive Motor Vehicle Workshop led by Iain Forster and Tony Lowe from the Weston College Motor Vehicle Team. Working in small groups, the students got hands-on experience learning about and disassembling different car components, using high-quality tools and equipment to simulate real industry practices. 

The day also included an insightful apprenticeship talk delivered by Erin Allsworth, the Apprenticeship Recruitment Advisor at Weston College, where students were encouraged to ask questions and explore the variety of apprenticeship opportunities available to them. This valuable session helped to explain alternative education routes and highlighted the potential of vocational training and hands-on careers.

To round off the visit, students toured the South West Skills Campus, including the cutting-edge Construction and Engineering facilities, gaining a broader understanding of college life and the diverse opportunities available after secondary school. 

South Bristol Youth Charity aims to motivate and empower young people by expanding their awareness of different career and education pathways, helping to build students’ confidence, resilience, and long-term aspirations. 

This kind of experience is crucial in helping young people make informed choices about their futures. By collaborating with schools and industry professionals, we create a safe, supportive environment where prospective students can discover their potential and feel empowered to pursue high-quality education and careers. 

The initiative forms part of the charity’s ongoing mission to inspire the next generation through practical learning and meaningful connections with local employers and educators.