Up to 50 jobs up for grabs at Coleg Cambria recruitment events
A PIONEERING college continues to grow and create jobs that will have a positive impact on the economy in north east Wales. Coleg Cambria has organised recruitment events at its sites in Northop, Deeside, and Yale and Bersham Road in Wrexham to meet demand for new staff. Cambria has up to 50 vacancies for lecturers,…
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Northop ILS learners enjoy team-building day at Coleg Cambria Deeside
TEAM sports, dance and yoga were among the activities enjoyed by Coleg Cambria students on a unique team-building day. Independent Living Skills (ILS) learners from the college’s Northop campus took part in various sessions designed to improve health and wellbeing, boost confidence and further strengthen friendships. Organised by Student Voice Engagement Officer Mark Ryan Hughes…
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Apprentices selected for UK skills squad following college success at national competition
COLEG CAMBRIA learners have again demonstrated they have the skills to succeed on the global stage. Three apprentices have been selected for the WorldSkills UK squad in advance of the WorldSkills international event to be held in France next year. They are: Bella Bailey – Beauty Therapy Practitioner – Afon Spa, Aura Leisure Centre Deeside …
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Glowing Estyn inspection report for Coleg Cambria FE provision
COLEG CAMBRIA received a glowing report for its further education provision. Estyn, the education and training inspectorate for Wales, praised the north east Wales institution – which has sites in Deeside, Wrexham, Llysfasi and Northop – for its “clear focus on improving the learning experiences” of students. Inspectors also referenced Cambria’s “inclusive and caring environment”…
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Open events and sensory-supportive sessions coming up at Coleg Cambria
OPEN events – including accessible sessions for people wanting to learn in a sensory-supportive environment – will be held throughout March at Coleg Cambria. They will take place in person at the following sites: Deeside and Deeside Sixth – Wednesday March 8 from 5.30pm-7.30pm. Llysfasi – Saturday March 11 from 10am-12pm. Yale and Yale Sixth…
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Business School unveils free digital, environmental and creative courses for 2023
COLEG CAMBRIA has launched free courses in leadership, management and the creative, digital and environmental sectors for 2023. The college’s Northop Business School unveiled new programmes in association with partners such as NEBOSH and Prince2. Cambria will roll out the fully funded qualifications as part of the Personal Learning Account (PLA) Zero Net Skills scheme…
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Coleg Cambria in running for National Centre for Diversity Award
COLEG CAMBRIA has again been recognised for inclusion by a prestigious diversity organisation. The north east Wales college is in the running for the National Centre for Diversity Award for Inclusive Learning Leadership at the Association of Colleges (AoC) Beacon Awards, to be held next Spring. The Awards celebrate the best and most innovative practice…
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Coleg Cambria aims to become most proactive in Wales for inclusion
COLEG CAMBRIA is aiming to become the most proactive college in Wales for inclusion by 2024. New Equality and Diversity Coordinator Alice Churm unveiled a two-year action plan focused on further improving community links, engaging learners and staff, and to campaign for a more equal and inclusive college for all. Supporting all sites but based…
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Coleg Cambria mental health courses to support employers in ‘uncharted territory’
COLEG CAMBRIA has unveiled a raft of mental health courses to help employers meet workplace challenges post-pandemic. The flexible programmes will be delivered online and in-person via the college’s Northop Business School. Led by Mental Health and Wellbeing lecturer Caroline McDermott, these include Level 2 and Level 3 post-Covid Introduction to Mental Health Awareness; Certificate…
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Coleg Cambria on hand to support GCSE pupils on results day
COLEG CAMBRIA is ready to support and guide pupils receiving their GCSE results today (Thursday). Staff are on hand to speak to anyone concerned about their grades and to discuss options and opportunities at the college’s sites in Wrexham, Deeside, Northop and Llysfasi, where there are a wide range of courses and vocational qualifications available….
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