Cheshire College – South & West has been celebrating National Apprenticeship Week by showing appreciation to its employer partners, delivering staffroom hampers as a thank you for their ongoing support in developing the next generation of skilled professionals.
The College’s employer engagement team visited local businesses and partner organisations across Cheshire, presenting hampers as a gesture of gratitude for their commitment to hosting apprentices, supporting work placements, and contributing to high-quality work-based learning opportunities. Staff room hampers were thoughtfully curated to include a range of treats, from tea and coffee to handmade biscuits freshly prepared by the Academy Restaurant.
The celebrations included a visit to Belong Villages in Chester, where the Lord Mayor of Chester joined the College and Belong teams to highlight the strength of their partnership and the opportunities apprenticeships provide for students and local employers alike.
Helen Nellist, Deputy Principal and Deputy CEO at Cheshire College, said:
“Our employer partners are at the heart of everything we do. Apprenticeship Week is the perfect opportunity to thank them for their ongoing support and collaboration in helping our students gain real workplace skills and experience.”
Brendan Conlon, Learning & Development Manager at Belong, said:
“We’re proud to be recognised by the College during National Apprenticeship Week. Working in partnership allows us to play an active role in shaping the learning journey, giving students valuable insight and hands-on experience that supports their development from day one. It’s through this close collaboration that we’re able to support individual students while also contributing to a stronger, more capable workforce for the future of care.”
The initiative highlights the strong partnerships Cheshire College has built with employers across the region and underscores the College’s commitment to high-quality apprenticeship programmes that prepare students for rewarding careers.
For more information about apprenticeship and employer opportunities at Cheshire College – South & West, visit ccsw.ac.uk.