Ideal for developing staff, engaging apprentices and inspiring trainees, or just refreshing skills, the NDMA Business Improvement Workshops are an opportunity to explore real-life manufacturing processes and challenges. NDMA members can access the expert-led workshops for a nominal cover charge of just £15 per delegate. Those wishing to place more than two candidates, and non-members […]
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It’s been six months since the Careers & Enterprise Company hosted the national modern work experience symposium, where colleagues from across the sector convened and pledged their support of modern work experience. Now, there’s a chance to make your support public, using a pack of resources to join the campaign later in April. Here’s the info from the Careers & Enterprise Company: The response has
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The Engineering Trust has successfully concluded a highly engaging programme of events for National Apprenticeship Week 2026, partnering with four leading manufacturing and engineering companies across North Devon. 9–15 February 2026 More than 100 attendees took part in a series of onsite open evenings designed to showcase the breadth of engineering career opportunities available in
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Your Mentoring Matters?is a?fully funded?pilot project?to support?SMEs?to setup their own apprenticeship mentoring scheme?or?evaluate the impact of?an existing one. ?It?will be?delivered by?Enginuity, with the support of?experienced?employers who will?provide expert input into?how?to design, implement,?run?and evaluate an?effective?apprenticeship?mentoring scheme.? The programme is open exclusively to UK engineering and manufacturing organisations with fewer than 250 employees and is aimed at individuals responsible
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A factory tour and discussion about the benefits of apprenticeships past and present In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week 2026, SR Furniture hosted apprentices from TCi. The visitors were treated to a tour of the advanced manufacturing facility, following sheet material through each process. They witnessed skilled operatives working in sequence to achieve precision components
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Now in its 12th year, the Enginuity Skills Awards celebrate the students, apprentices, employers, teams and educators shaping the future of the UK engineering and manufacturing sector. Whether through digital transformation or skills development, we welcome entries from those driving productivity, sustainability, diversity and growth. Showcase your achievements, share your story, and gain national recognition.
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The popular Efficiency vs Effectiveness Business Improvement Workshop returns on 4th Feb Book now to get up to two funded places as an NDMA member and take advantage of a great opportunity to upskill your team! Click below for bookings:
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The National Manufacturing Conference will take place on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Over 700 delegates will come together at the QEII Centre in London to network and gain valuable insights. Hear from expert speakers in keynote sessions and panel discussions and dive deeper in a selection of breakout sessions. Watch the event teaser video here: Find out more and register
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Skills Bootcamp for Future Climate Leaders is back – Plus new dates for Net Zero event Skills Bootcamp: Future Climate Leaders A 60-hour course for Devon and Cornwall-based individuals looking to drive sustainable business practices within their organisation Are you ready to lead sustainability efforts within your organisation? Do you want to turn climate ambition
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Engage in a factory simulation workshop to learn relatable techniques to implement on your Continuous Improvement (CI) Journey! The final event in the current series of NDMA-funded Business Improvement Workshops returns to its cornerstone module, which serves as both an excellent introduction, and a valuable refresher experience for anyone at any stage of their manufacturing
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