Liam Fox – In the Spotlight Blog

Liam Fox – In the Spotlight

In the Spotlight: Liam Fox – Lead IQA for Sports and Schools This month, our In the Spotlight feature focuses on Liam Fox, Lead Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) for Sports…

Aby Williamson5 November 2025

From Apprentice to Award Finalist: Keelie Hall’s Journey with Heart of England Training and LNER Blog

From Apprentice to Award Finalist: Keelie Hall’s Journey with Heart of England Training and LNER

When passion, hard work and the right support come together, great things happen — and for Keelie Hall, that’s exactly what her apprenticeship journey has proved. After completing her Level…

Aby Williamson29 October 2025

Building Confidence and Capability: How Apprenticeships Are Strengthening Leadership in Construction Blog

Building Confidence and Capability: How Apprenticeships Are Strengthening Leadership in Construction

Building Confidence and Capability: How Apprenticeships Are Strengthening Leadership in Construction When it comes to building a strong and capable workforce, Balfour Beatty (one of the UK’s leading infrastructure companies)…

Aby Williamson24 October 2025

Supporting the Next Generation of Stylists: Roxie’s Apprenticeship Journey Blog

Supporting the Next Generation of Stylists: Roxie’s Apprenticeship Journey

At Pkai Hair in Peterborough, developing new talent is part of what keeps the salon buzzing with creativity. Recently, one of their apprentices, Roxie Fox-King, successfully passed her Level 2…

Aby Williamson14 October 2025

From Learner to Qualified Beauty Therapist: Michaela’s Journey Through Apprenticeship Success Blog

From Learner to Qualified Beauty Therapist: Michaela’s Journey Through Apprenticeship Success

“When I got my distinction, it felt amazing — I’d worked so hard for it.”   Developing Future Beauty Talent at Heart of England Training At Heart of England Training…

Aby Williamson10 October 2025

How Castle Wood School and Heart of England Training are developing skilled, confident teams Blog

How Castle Wood School and Heart of England Training are developing skilled, confident teams

Castle Wood School, based in Coventry, is a broad-spectrum special school supporting children aged 3 to 11 with a range of complex learning needs. The school’s ethos of “Together, children…

Aby Williamson10 October 2025

How Heart of England Training is helping Glendon Farm Montessori develop confident, skilled Early Years practitioners Blog

How Heart of England Training is helping Glendon Farm Montessori develop confident, skilled Early Years practitioners

Nestled in the Northamptonshire countryside, Glendon Farm Montessori & Forest School Nursery offers children a unique learning experience that blends the Montessori ethos with the joy of outdoor exploration. For…

Aby Williamson10 October 2025

In the spotlight with Jessica Banton Blog

In the spotlight with Jessica Banton

From Apprentice to Partner: Jessica Banton’s Journey with Heart of England Training At Heart of England Training (HOET), we’re proud to support apprentices as they take their first steps into…

Aby Williamson17 September 2025

Heart of England Training Raises £2,461.67 for Birmingham Children’s Hospital Blog

Heart of England Training Raises £2,461.67 for Birmingham Children’s Hospital

Heart of England Training Raises £2,461.67 for Birmingham Children’s Hospital At Heart of England Training, we’re passionate about making a difference in our community. This year, we’re delighted to share…

Aby Williamson17 September 2025

Building Futures Through Apprenticeships: Reuben Gaude’s Journey Blog

Building Futures Through Apprenticeships: Reuben Gaude’s Journey

Building Futures Through Apprenticeships: Reuben Gaude’s Journey At Heart of England Training (HOET), we believe apprenticeships are about more than gaining a qualification — they are about building confidence, skills,…

Aby Williamson17 September 2025

From New Starter to Confident Professional: Odette’s Journey in Beauty Therapy Blog

From New Starter to Confident Professional: Odette’s Journey in Beauty Therapy

From New Starter to Confident Professional: Odette’s Journey in Beauty Therapy For Odette, a dedicated learner at Heart of England Training’s Rugby Academy, the journey through the world of beauty…

Aby Williamson1 September 2025

Supporting Career Progression: Jane Jones Completes School Business Professional Level 4 Apprenticeship Blog

Supporting Career Progression: Jane Jones Completes School Business Professional Level 4 Apprenticeship

Supporting Career Progression: Jane Jones Completes School Business Professional Level 4 Apprenticeship with HOET At Heart of England Training, we’re proud to celebrate the achievements of our learners—and Jane Jones’…

Aby Williamson29 August 2025

In the Spotlight – Will Jones Blog

In the Spotlight – Will Jones

In the Spotlight – Will Jones At Heart of England Training, we’re proud to celebrate the achievements and journeys of our team members. This month, we’re shining the spotlight on…

Aby Williamson15 August 2025

Building a Career with Purpose: Muhammad’s Journey from Apprentice to Project Manager Blog

Building a Career with Purpose: Muhammad’s Journey from Apprentice to Project Manager

Building a Career with Purpose: Muhammad’s Journey from Apprentice to Project Manager "I wanted to gain practical, hands-on experience while developing my skills – an apprenticeship gave me exactly that."…

Aby Williamson8 August 2025

Spotlight on Success: Dawn Dilks Completes Management Level 5 Apprenticeship Blog

Spotlight on Success: Dawn Dilks Completes Management Level 5 Apprenticeship

Spotlight on Success: Dawn Dilks Completes Management Level 5 Apprenticeship Dawn Dilks, a dedicated team member at Wolverhampton Council, recently achieved a significant milestone in her career—completing her Level 5…

Aby Williamson25 July 2025

Investing in Talent: How Ella J Hair Is Growing with Apprenticeships Blog

Investing in Talent: How Ella J Hair Is Growing with Apprenticeships

For Ella Johnson, owner of Ella J Hair, developing new talent isn’t just about growing a business — it’s about building a team with shared values, skills, and passion. Since…

Aby Williamson25 July 2025

From Learner to Leader: Emma White’s Apprenticeship Journey Blog

From Learner to Leader: Emma White’s Apprenticeship Journey

From Learner to Leader: Emma White’s Apprenticeship Journey “It’s an accessible way of furthering your knowledge and feeling a great sense of achievement – whatever your role.” — Emma White,…

Aby Williamson25 July 2025

In the Spotlight: Louisa Barby – From Apprentice to Recruitment Coordinator Blog

In the Spotlight: Louisa Barby – From Apprentice to Recruitment Coordinator

In the Spotlight: Louisa Barby – From Apprentice to Recruitment Coordinator At Heart of England Training (HOET), we are passionate about helping people grow and achieve their potential. Louisa Barby’s…

Aby Williamson25 July 2025

From Aspiring Manager to Strategic Leader: Hannah’s Apprenticeship Journey with HOET Blog

From Aspiring Manager to Strategic Leader: Hannah’s Apprenticeship Journey with HOET

How Apprenticeships Develop Future Leaders For employers looking to develop future leaders within their organisation, the experience of Hannah Halford at Tisski Ltd (part of Node4) is a shining example…

Aby Williamson25 July 2025

From Administrator to Academy Business Partner: Tracey’s Apprenticeship Success Story Blog

From Administrator to Academy Business Partner: Tracey’s Apprenticeship Success Story

From Administrator to Academy Business Partner: Tracey’s Apprenticeship Success Story "I learnt 100 new things every day!" — that’s how Tracey Mafe describes her transformative journey with Heart of England…

Aby Williamson25 July 2025