Rated ‘good’ in OFSTED inspection News Post

Rated ‘good’ in OFSTED inspection

We are pleased to be rated ‘Good’ following our inspection taking place in March.  The full report was published recently and contains some very strong praise - Strong & supportive…

Aby Williamson21 June 2023

Reforming the Apprenticeship Levy News Post

Reforming the Apprenticeship Levy

We consider apprenticeships to be a crucial part of our skills system and there is a huge demand for them. However, while the Apprenticeship Levy has had some successes, including…

Aby Williamson21 June 2023

“I wanted them to support one another” | Salon holds Mental Wellness Day for staff News Post

“I wanted them to support one another” | Salon holds Mental Wellness Day for staff

The Birdcage Hair Salon, based within Northamptonshire, held a wellness day for their staff during Mental Health Awareness Week. Taz, the salon director, encouraged the team to join the event…

Aby Williamson13 June 2023

Joley’s apprenticeship success | St Benedict’s College in Essex News Post

Joley’s apprenticeship success | St Benedict’s College in Essex

Why did you choose an apprenticeship? I chose an apprenticeship as I have always found learning in a classroom environment rather difficult, and practical learning was the best way for…

Aby Williamson9 June 2023

“It’s the perfect way to kickstart your career” – Harvey’s success story News Post

“It’s the perfect way to kickstart your career” – Harvey’s success story

Harvey Bannister-Smith, Sales & Marketing Administrative at Zerographic Systems Limited, decided to do an apprenticeship in Marketing to gain a qualification, whilst also receiving first-hand experience in the workplace. “This…

Aby Williamson24 May 2023

Could barbering be your next apprenticeship? News Post

Could barbering be your next apprenticeship?

In England, over 130,000 people were employed in hairdressing and barbering in 2019, 87% in that industry were female. In fact, there are plenty of women getting involved, and their…

Aby Williamson5 May 2023

How can I offer support to my apprentice? | Beautique News Post

How can I offer support to my apprentice? | Beautique

Beautique was established 11 years ago, based in Loughborough, Leicestershire. After running apprenticeships for 9 years Clare, the salon owner, has worked with Heart of England Training having grown to…

Aby Williamson2 May 2023

How can employing an apprentice benefit your business? | Visible Changes News Post

How can employing an apprentice benefit your business? | Visible Changes

Visible Changes was established over 25 years ago, based in Rugby Town Centre. After working in the salon for 13 years Jessica, the salon owner, decided to work with Heart…

Aby Williamson21 April 2023

“Why not, I have nothing to lose!” | Inspiring client colours hair for fundraiser News Post

“Why not, I have nothing to lose!” | Inspiring client colours hair for fundraiser

Every 27 minutes, someone is diagnosed with Lymphoma, the 5th most common type of cancer in the UK. 10 years ago, Andrew Foote was diagnosed with Low Grade Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma,…

Aby Williamson12 April 2023

“I feel the skills I had learnt during the apprenticeship had certainly enabled me to achieve” – Caroline & Sharon’s success story News Post

“I feel the skills I had learnt during the apprenticeship had certainly enabled me to achieve” – Caroline & Sharon’s success story

Caroline McCluskey and Sharon Newell, from Warwickshire County Council, decided to take-on an apprenticeship with Heart of England Training to develop their skills, knowledge and help progress in each of…

Aby Williamson17 March 2023

How can industry experience help you in your career? News Post

How can industry experience help you in your career?

In England, roughly 6,600 people began an apprenticeship in Hairdressing and barbering in 2020/21. Once seen as a stereotypical, middle-of-the-road job, hairdressing is now one of the most exciting, creative…

Aby Williamson17 March 2023

Can you upskill your staff with an apprenticeship? News Post

Can you upskill your staff with an apprenticeship?

In 2017, the UK Government introduced the Apprenticeship Levy to create 3 million apprenticeships in England by 2020. Whilst traditionally aimed at graduates and school leavers, the perception of apprenticeships…

Aby Williamson16 March 2023

From testimonials to transformations, here’s what we have been up to for National Apprenticeship week! News Post

From testimonials to transformations, here’s what we have been up to for National Apprenticeship week!

What is National Apprenticeship Week? National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is a week-long celebration that takes place in February. It brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a…

Aby Williamson2 March 2023

“They understand what is expected and the end goal” | How a growing salon began their journey into apprenticeships News Post

“They understand what is expected and the end goal” | How a growing salon began their journey into apprenticeships

Lois Allen, Hair Educator at George’s Hairdressing, works one day a week with Heart of England to deliver training at all of their Leicestershire-based salons. When asked how she found…

Aby Williamson28 February 2023

“I feel apprenticeships should be pushed out more to help develop anyone” – Ian’s success story News Post

“I feel apprenticeships should be pushed out more to help develop anyone” – Ian’s success story

Ian Williams, Customer Service Advisor at Stericycle, decided to take-on the level 3 management apprenticeship with Heart of England Training to develop himself in his career pathway, wanting to progress…

Aby Williamson22 February 2023

“We find that we can make them more salon ready” | Melanie Richard’s Hair & Beauty News Post

“We find that we can make them more salon ready” | Melanie Richard’s Hair & Beauty

Melanie Richard's Hair & Beauty was established 12 years ago, based in Peterborough’s city centre. Richard, one of the salon owners, spoke with Heart of England Training on how excited…

Aby Williamson8 February 2023

“You will need time, commitment and self-motivation, but the end result is so worth it!” – Nia’s success story News Post

“You will need time, commitment and self-motivation, but the end result is so worth it!” – Nia’s success story

This year for National Apprenticeship Week, we asked our learners about their experience doing an apprenticeship with Heart of England Training. Nia Presley, Assistant Business Manager at Selwood Academy, shared…

Aby Williamson8 February 2023

In the Spotlight with…Heidi Johnson News Post

In the Spotlight with…Heidi Johnson

Heidi joined Heart of England Training in November 2019. She delivers Customer Service at Level 2 & 3, Office Practitioner Level 2, Teaching Assistant Level 3, Learning Mentor Level 3…

Aby Williamson3 January 2023

“You are offering them a trade for life” | How a 20-year-old salon began their journey into apprenticeships News Post

“You are offering them a trade for life” | How a 20-year-old salon began their journey into apprenticeships

Millie & Co Salon was established 20 years ago based in Hampton, Peterborough. After working in the industry for 36 years Catherine Miller, the salon owner, decided to work with…

Aby Williamson19 December 2022

“I wanted to explore a new talent” – Beau’s success story News Post

“I wanted to explore a new talent” – Beau’s success story

Beau Dunkley is a learner currently completing his full-time Barbering Course in Leicester with Heart of England Training. He also works at a salon every Saturday, after successfully finishing his…

Aby Williamson14 December 2022