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Seamus Smith Success Story
T Level Building Services Engineering (BSE) – Electrical PathwayJune 2026T-Levels Work PlacementSeamus SmithBourneside Electrical Services“I completed my work placement at Bourneside Electrical...
From Apprentice to Office Manager: The Remarkable Journey of Lily Keogh
In the world of vocational training, we often talk about “potential.” But rarely do we see that potential transform into professional mastery as rapidly as we have with Lily Keogh. Today, we are...
Modern Slavery and Trafficking – Recognising Exploitation and Protecting Children
Introduction Modern slavery and trafficking are serious safeguarding concerns that affect both adults and children. While many people associate slavery with history, modern slavery continues today...
The admin skills gap most businesses don’t realise they have
Many employers assume their administrative processes are “good enough” because the business is still running day-to-day. Emails are being answered, invoices are going out, and meetings are being...
Gangs and Serious Youth Violence – Understanding the Risks and Protecting Young People
Introduction It is a normal part of growing up for children and young people to spend time in groups. However, not all groups are the same. While peer groups are a natural and healthy part of...
Double Celebration: MITSkills and Apprentice Lily Keogh Named National Finalists!
We are excited to share some phenomenal news: MITSkills and one of our standout learners, Lily Keogh, have both been named finalists in the 2026 NCFE Aspiration Awards. These awards are a national...
Navigating the April 2026 Minimum Wage Increases: A Guide for Apprentices and Employers
From 1 April 2026, the UK Government is introducing significant updates to the National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW). We are committed to ensuring our partner employers remain...
MITSkills Assessor Sarah Biss Wins Big at the British Hairdressing Business Awards
We are beyond proud to celebrate the incredible achievement of our very own Sarah Biss, who was recently named Manager of the Year at the prestigious British Hairdressing Business Awards 2026. As a...
Academy Salons Ranks #1 in L’Oréal Kérastase Customer Service Survey
We are incredibly proud to share some outstanding news from our associates at Academy Salons. In the recent L’Oréal Kérastase Secret Customer Service Survey, Academy Salons achieved a phenomenal 1st...
The Apprenticeship Purge: Securing Funding for Your Team Leaders and Managers
The Department for Education has recently confirmed a significant "purge" of 16 apprenticeship standards, as reported by FE Week. This move targets courses the government now labels as "low value"...