Apprentices get the ‘best of both worlds’ as they kick-off their careers

Posted on: 8:30AM, Nov 6th 2025

Tackling the Accountancy Skills Shortage

Posted on: 2:12PM, Aug 1st 2023

Accountancy plays a vital role in the ever-changing business landscape, but a pressing issue looms over the profession - a shortage of skilled accountants. As firms struggle to find the right talent, addressing the root causes of this skills gap is crucial. One powerful solution lies in investing in apprenticeships, which can nurture new talent and upskill existing staff.

Calling Volunteers for Practice Interviews

Posted on: 11:24AM, Aug 1st 2023

We are currently working on a project with Year 11 pupils at Ernesford Grange Community Academy in Coventry to support the students with employability skills in preparation for them taking their next steps into the world of work or higher education.  We are seeking help from local employers for practice interviews.

Apprentice of the Year Awards 2023

Posted on: 1:42PM, Jul 21st 2023

The City of Coventry Freemen’s Guild is looking for outstanding young people to honour in its’ Apprentice of the Year Awards 2023. The purpose of the Guild Awards is to celebrate the achievements of local young people who are either apprentices or trainees and who are currently undertaking a contracted training programme linked to a recognised career path. 

Businesses Facing Skills Shortages

Posted on: 2:37PM, Jul 14th 2023

A survey conducted at The Open University found that employers in the UK are facing a prolonged period of skills shortages due to factors such as the Covid-19 pandemic, the UK's withdrawal from the European Union, and spiralling inflation caused by supply chain, energy, and wage costs. These issues have led to numerous job vacancies and unprecedented recruitment difficulties.

#Featurefriday Instagram Live Inspiring Young People

Posted on: 2:30PM, Jun 26th 2023

Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Training are making innovative strides to ensure that young people transitioning from school and college in 2023 are equipped with the knowledge they need to embark on a rewarding career path. Using the power of social media, Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce Training have leveraged its Instagram platform to deliver a #featurefriday live series of broadcasts.