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Engineering Apprenticeships Just Got Better!

Engineering Apprenticeships Just Got Better!

Engineering employers throughout the West Country have well-paid, worthwhile job vacancies – and now there’s an improved route to get into this exciting sector of the economy, with the help of Swatpro Academy and BEMA.

The next engineering generation

The next engineering generation

Right now, the British economy is short of tens of thousands of trained engineers and engineering apprenticeships not only tend to be better paid than other training positions, but also tend to lead to very worthwhile and secure careers.

Better Pay, Better Prospects - Why Engineering Needs You!

Better Pay, Better Prospects - Why Engineering Needs You!

As well as working in a fascinating and always-changing industry, you will be working in a skill shortage area. As such, engineering apprentices tend to earn significantly more per hour than apprentices in most other employment sectors.

Engineering a better future for yourself – with an apprenticeship

Engineering a better future for yourself – with an apprenticeship

“It’s a rewarding job, seeing young people gaining the skills employers want and embarking on a career in engineering,” reflects Martin Wear. Martin is centre manager at the British Engineering Manufacturers (BEMA) training centre at Yate, near Bristol

Employers: don’t miss the apprentice incentive deadline

Employers: don’t miss the apprentice incentive deadline

Did you take on an apprentice this Spring or Summer? If so, there could be a payment incentive of £3,000 waiting for you – but you’ll have to act fast. This Government payment is available for those hiring an apprentice between 1 April and 30 Septem