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

“You find so much more confidence, you flourish and find yourself” – HOET Apprentice becomes a finalist for two Apprenticeship Awards News Post

“You find so much more confidence, you flourish and find yourself” – HOET Apprentice becomes a finalist for two Apprenticeship Awards

In November, we met Eloise Godding, a Hairdressing Apprentice from Locks & Shades. She became a finalist for the Apprentice of the Year Awards, as well as becoming a nominee…

Aby Williamson7 December 2022

“I haven’t been in my role for a year and really did not expect to be recognised for the hard work I do” – HOET Apprentice becomes a finalist for the NHS CHuFT Awards News Post

“I haven’t been in my role for a year and really did not expect to be recognised for the hard work I do” – HOET Apprentice becomes a finalist for the NHS CHuFT Awards

Emily Overend, a Marketing and Communications Assistant at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Charity, managed to get into the top 10 of nominees for the NHS CHuFT Award. Emily began her…

Aby Williamson15 November 2022

“Keep working hard and try to go that extra mile” – Nicole’s success story News Post

“Keep working hard and try to go that extra mile” – Nicole’s success story

Nicole McCormack began her Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship with Heart of England Training to gain deeper knowledge regarding working with, and supporting children in a learning environment. Once achieving the qualification,…

Aby Williamson8 November 2022

“Apprenticeships deliver a fantastic way to grow our own talent…” – Tom’s story News Post

“Apprenticeships deliver a fantastic way to grow our own talent…” – Tom’s story

Last time, we met Matthew Jarvis, a lab supervisor at EMR Metal Recycling. With Heart of England Training, he began his Team Leader/Supervisor apprenticeship, wanting to expand his knowledge of…

Aby Williamson8 November 2022

In the Spotlight with…Jonathan Palmer News Post

In the Spotlight with…Jonathan Palmer

Jonathan joined Heart of England Training just over a year ago, delivering Hairdressing at Levels 2 & 3 as well as Maths and English.   Jonathan was a hairdresser, being trained…

Aby Williamson1 November 2022

‘I feel that organic grows better than recruiting’ | How an evolving salon began their journey into apprenticeships News Post

‘I feel that organic grows better than recruiting’ | How an evolving salon began their journey into apprenticeships

The Birdcage Hair Salon was established in 2013 based within Burton Latimer, Northamptonshire. Taz, the salon director, transformed what once was an old, derelict building, into a trendy and innovative salon.…

Aby Williamson28 October 2022

MHFA England: Head Office staff take part in mental health training News Post

MHFA England: Head Office staff take part in mental health training

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England are a licensed provider who offer expert advice and training to support mental health, in the workplace and beyond. In September, members of our…

Aby Williamson26 October 2022

“It was a great feeling to know that my hard work had been recognised” – HOET Apprentice nominated for The National Apprenticeship Awards News Post

“It was a great feeling to know that my hard work had been recognised” – HOET Apprentice nominated for The National Apprenticeship Awards

Amy Markham, a Marketing Assistant Apprentice at Advance Logistics Support, made it to the first selection process of The National Apprenticeship Awards 2022. Unfortunately, Amy did not become a finalist…

Aby Williamson25 October 2022

“I saw it as an opportunity to further myself. It puts me in the best position to progress my career” – Matthew’s success story News Post

“I saw it as an opportunity to further myself. It puts me in the best position to progress my career” – Matthew’s success story

Matthew Jarvis, a Lab Supervisor at EMR Metal Recycling, began his Team Leader/Supervisor apprenticeship with Heart of England Training, to expand his knowledge of supervising and managing a team, to…

Aby Williamson29 September 2022

“I will never look back, I am happy I have now completed this apprenticeship and will carry this with me for the future.” – Debbie’s success story News Post

“I will never look back, I am happy I have now completed this apprenticeship and will carry this with me for the future.” – Debbie’s success story

Debbie Collins completed her Level 4 School Business Apprenticeship with Heart of England Training at King Hedges Educational Federation. The Apprenticeship duration is 18 months; however, she successfully achieved her…

Aby Williamson30 August 2022

“Tyler treated me in the same pleasant, courteous manner after I’ve explained my disability – that doesn’t always happen”. | Leicester salon receives amazing client feedback News Post

“Tyler treated me in the same pleasant, courteous manner after I’ve explained my disability – that doesn’t always happen”. | Leicester salon receives amazing client feedback

Leicester Salon, The Salon His & Hers, received amazing feedback from a hair “model” earlier this month. The client was very impressed by learner Tyler Armstrong and her tutor, Lindsey…

Aby Williamson30 August 2022

In the spotlight with…Karen Colbourne News Post

In the spotlight with…Karen Colbourne

Karen joined Heart of England Training last October delivering School & Business Apprenticeships, and is going to be starting Early Years Level 2. Before becoming an educator, Karen was a…

Aby Williamson16 August 2022

Leicester salon wins regional award for the East Midlands News Post

Leicester salon wins regional award for the East Midlands

This summer, thousands of professional hair artists and colour enthusiasts came together to celebrate the 66th annual L’Oréal Colour Trophy Awards in London. The Secret Garden, a salon based in…

Aby Williamson16 August 2022

In the spotlight with…Zachary Zwarts News Post

In the spotlight with…Zachary Zwarts

Zac recently joined Heart of England Training as an educator, he just started delivering Associate Project Management and cohort Team Leader Level 3. Zac came from Australia, working in Government…

Aby Williamson9 August 2022

‘Turn a negative into a positive’ | How an independent barbershop began their journey into apprenticeships News Post

‘Turn a negative into a positive’ | How an independent barbershop began their journey into apprenticeships

Joseph Davies Barbering was established in 2020 as a family-run barbershop. Based in the Leicestershire village of Kibworth Harcourt, it was seen as an opportunity to turn a negative into…

Aby Williamson27 July 2022

OFSTED inspection changes: Here’s what to look out for from September 2022 News Post

OFSTED inspection changes: Here’s what to look out for from September 2022

OFSTED has reviewed and updated its inspection framework and handbooks for 2022, with the changes taking effect from the start of the new academic year. In a blog post by…

Aby Williamson26 July 2022

“It’s been a passion of mine to make someone feel good about themselves” – Ellie’s success story News Post

“It’s been a passion of mine to make someone feel good about themselves” – Ellie’s success story

Ellie is a learner who has just completed her full-time hairdressing course at our Hair and Beauty College located in Priory Walk, Birmingham and is now considering to continue her…

Aby Williamson21 July 2022