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Newcastle College enjoys fantastic partnerships with employers across the North East and they are its biggest strength – vital in helping it to develop courses and qualifications which give students the skills and experience that employers will need.

Carlisle College provides students with the best facilities that reflect those found in industry, combined with teaching staff who are experts in their fields and have real life industry experience – a perfect combination to allow students to realise their career ambitions and make a valuable contribution within the workforce of employer partners.

Lewisham College's Hospitality Hub is part of the Mayor of London’s Academies Programme to support Londoners into work. They offer free training to help people progress in a career in hospitality and help close the skills gap to aid London’s economic recovery. 

Kidderminster College has links with a number of local businesses including the Harriers Football Club. The partnerships go beyond work placements or even apprenticeships; they are built to strengthen the community and offer local people the chance to find their dream job.

Southwark College boasts an employability hub in partnership with Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and the Department for Work and Pensions. At the Hub, students can get expert advice on careers, and guidance on writing a great CV, job applications and interview techniques. 

West Lancashire College works with hundreds of employers across the North West including Peel Ports, Virgin Care, West Lancashire Clinical Commissioning Group, Edge Hill University and the NHS to deliver flexible business services that add value and aim for maximum return on investment.

The North East Local Enterprise Partnership is targeting 100,000 additional jobs in the region between 2014 and 2024, with 70% of these being higher value roles. A Levels with progression to University or higher or degree level apprenticeships are a key route into these job opportunities.