Growth Works with Skills

After volunteering at Young Technicians Academy, Will Denyer knew he had found his passion. When he finished his GCSEs, he was offered a Production Technician Apprenticeship, turning his dedication into a career. Young Technicians Academy is changing lives by providing hands-on opportunities for young people who don’t always fit into mainstream education but have incredible talent. When funding was needed to support Will’s apprenticeship, we stepped in to help—because every young person deserves the chance to succeed. To find out more about what Apprenticeships can do for your business click here >> https://lnkd.in/ek7ivZaz #Apprenticeships #SkillsForLive #YoungTechniciansAcademy #Training #Opportunities #Cambridgeshire #Peterborough

?? Kicking Off National Careers Week 2024! ?? This week (3–8 March), we celebrate National Careers Week (NCW)—a time to recognise the power of careers education and the collective efforts of educators, employers, and organisations working together to help young people transition successfully into the world of work. We want our region’s young residents to have the skills, information, advice, and guidance they need to reach their full potential. Our Careers Hub Cambridgeshire and Peterborough brings together education providers, employers, and the wider business community. We work with careers leads in schools, providing resources and supporting relationships with volunteers from the world of work who share their industry insights with students. Students can also find information about the opportunities available within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The Careers Hub is an organised partnership between The Careers & Enterprise Company and the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority and supported by Form the Future CIC. Learn more about the Careers Hub here >> https://orlo.uk/3JxVF ?? You can catch the Careers Hub team at the Health and Care Career Expo at Kingsgate Conference Centre on Tuesday 4 and Wednesday 5 March! Come along and explore opportunities in the health and care sector. This #NCW2024, let's celebrate the progress made and redouble our efforts to ensure every young person has the guidance they need to succeed! #NationalCareersWeek #CareersEducation #FutureSkills #EmployerEngagement #YoungPeople #CareerGuidance

I’ve met some brilliant individuals over the years, but taking part in the grant funded internship program put together by Nicola March & team over at the CPCA Growth Hub has been incredible. ???????? In January, we took on Lauren Williams who excelled in her role at Realise Finance, and at the end of February, we brought on Cerys Laws - I’m excited to see how Cerys’ journey goes throughout March! Opportunities like this are amazing - they give a young person their first foot in the door to gain some hands on experience, something which is hard to come by in the real world. I’ve tried to ensure we give our interns proper exposure to business, so they walk away after the six weeks with a whole heap of new skills. Last week, we attended an awards afternoon and got to meet other business owners / interns who had participated in the program. ?? Sadly, Tori was catching some winter sun over in Tenerife, so missed out on the photo opportunity! ?? I’m looking forward to future opportunities, for both ourselves and our clients to support more amazing young people locally. ??

This week, over 50 interns, businesses, and stakeholders gathered in Peterborough to celebrate the incredible achievements of interns who have made a real impact in workplaces across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The event, attended by Mayor Dr Nik Johnson, shone a spotlight on the dedication of interns and the businesses that have supported them. The Mayor personally presented awards, recognising their hard work and the valuable experience gained through the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA) internship programme. ? The programme’s impact so far: ?? 111 high-quality internships started since April last year ?? 388 applications from individuals eager to kickstart their careers ?? 34 employers successfully hosting interns #internships #futureskills #skills #upskilling

Celebrating the Power of Internships! Over 50 interns, businesses, and key stakeholders gathered in Peterborough to celebrate the incredible impact of internships across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The event, attended by Nik Johnson, Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, highlighted the achievements of interns who have gained valuable skills and made a real difference in their host organisations. ?? Recognising Success The Mayor presented awards to outstanding interns, including: ? Natasha Davis – Intern of the Year, who used her internship with Wing Woman Plus to return to work after an 18-month career break. Now in a permanent role, Natasha describes the experience as "transformative." ? Catherine McFadzean – Intern Ambassador, whose journey from intern to full-time employee at Fitness Rush Community CIC has empowered her to support others entering the workforce. ? Libby Pearce - Enthusiasm Award, an exceptional young individual completing her Internship at Fitness Rush Ltd ? Noah Partridge - Excellence Award, in Customer Service, completing his internship at Green & Purple ? Juled Likalla - Innovation Award, completing his internship at Ethictonics Ltd ? Cameron Chappell, Problem Solving Skills Award, completing his internship at Inspire 2 Ignite CIC ? Alan Tennant, Digital Skills Award, completing his internship at Safe Soulmates CIC ? Thomas Elvin, Communication Skills Award, completing his internship at Ethicronics Since April last year, 111 high-quality internships have been created through the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority's (CPCA) Growth Works with Skills programme, helping local businesses and individuals thrive. The initiative is breaking down recruitment barriers by moving beyond traditional hiring methods, opening doors for diverse talent across the region. A Huge Thank You to all the businesses, interns, and stakeholders who make this programme a success! Together, we're building a stronger, more inclusive workforce for the future. ?? Interested in offering an internship or securing funding? Contact the Skills team at CPCA: [email protected] #Internships #SkillsForGrowth #FutureTalent #Cambridgeshire #Peterborough #WorkforceDevelopment

We are happy to announce that with the help of Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority and Growth Works with Skills we have employed for 6 weeks a paid Project Manager Intern to help with all the fantastic projects and initiatives we are working on since our launch. This wouldn't have happened without the fantastic support and guidance from Nicola March #intern #growth #projectmanager #employment

Our team attended the Growth Works with Skills Internship Awards yesterday afternoon where we learned that they placed an incredible 111 interns with 39 business - and 90% of those internships were classed as a success. ???? We heard multiple stories of success and how other businesses and charities used the scheme as a recruitment tool with the ambition of keeping people employed. Our very own Noah Partridge was one of those successful placements. Not only that, but Noah won the Customer Excellence award and now has a nice shiny trophy to show off. ?? Well done Noah! ??

?? Celebrating Internships with Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority! ?? A fantastic event with elected Mayor Nik Johnson Nicola March Beth Chapman and the CPCA team, bringing together Growth Works with Skills representatives, employers, and—most importantly—the interns themselves! Liam Rushmer was thrilled to address the room, recognising the dedication of everyone involved. But more importantly, we would like to congratulate Libby Pearce, who won the Enthusiasm Award, and Catherine Mcfadzean, named Ambassador for Internships in our Region! ?? It’s amazing to see hard work and commitment celebrated—well done to all! ?? #InternshipSuccess #FutureTalent #GrowthWorksWithSkills

So excited today! Tash and I are heading up to Peterborough for the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority event to celebrate the awesome interns in our area! Plus we'll have the pleasure of seeing the lovely Nik Johnson again (and there's afternoon tea!). It's going to be great to celebrate Natasha's successes over the past few months and to have a bit of a ROAD TRIP!!!!!!!!!

Evolving Networks is a Peterborough-based company that truly champions apprenticeships as a key driver of business success and career progression. With 40% of their management team starting as apprentices and 30% of their workforce currently in apprenticeship roles, Evolving Networks proves that apprenticeships aren’t just a first step—they’re a pathway to leadership. From school leavers launching their careers to individuals switching industries, their apprenticeship programme offers real opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. Just ask Ben Wright CMgr MCMI, now General Manager, who started as an apprentice and takes pride in mentoring the next generation. Apprenticeships aren’t just about filling roles—they’re about building futures and strengthening businesses. ?? Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ek7ivZaz #Apprenticeships #FutureTalent #CareerGrowth #Peterborough #EvolvingNetworks