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Independent Living Fund Scotland – Transition Fund

Posted: November 8th, 2022 | Posted in:

Are you aged 16-25, and living with a disability in Scotland? You could be eligible for up to £4,000 in funding, for 1 year, from the Transition Fund! The fund can support you to try new activities and experiences that will enhance your independence, confidence and help you …
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Castletown pupils take prizes in British Science Week poster competition

Posted: May 20th, 2022 | Posted in:

Pupils from Castletown Primary School’s P6/7 class took two of the top places in a poster competition marking British Science Week. Developing the Young Workforce North Highland (DYWNH) arranged the competition for local primary schools on the theme of growth. It was sponsored by SSE Renewables. Lots of …
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Step Into Stem – School events are back!

Posted: May 4th, 2022 | Posted in:

We were so pleased to return to in person events recently and loved engaging with the students, teachers and employers at the recent Step into Stem events across the North Highlands. This opportunity is usually for S2 students but because Covid has hindered so much for our young …
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Hospitality Open Door Recruitment Sessions

Posted: May 3rd, 2022 | Posted in:

Hospitality in Caithness & Sutherland needs YOU! Last week, hospitality venues in Caithness and Sutherland welcomed job seekers to discuss the local opportunities within the industry. It was so well received, the sessions have been extended and include more participating venues! The hospitality industry, like many others have …
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Law Firm Harper Macleod commits to more Modern Apprentices!

Posted: March 16th, 2022 | Posted in:

Law firm Harper Macleod aims to grow its number of Modern Apprentices as it congratulates its latest cohort of successful graduates coming through the programme. There are currently 32 colleagues who are working towards, or have completed, their Modern Apprenticeships. More than 75% of the Modern Apprentices who …
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Entrepreneurial spirit from Wick High!

Posted: March 15th, 2022 | Posted in:

We were pleased to support two groups of S5 Business pupils from Wick High School who were keen to take part in a Young Enterprise Scotland Competition recently. Young Enterprise Scotland’s mission is to inspire and equip young people, irrespective of their background to learn, develop and reach …
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Apprentice Plumber, Dornoch

Posted: March 15th, 2022 | Posted in:

Applications are now closed. For further information, please contact the organisers directly. Post Title:   Apprentice Plumber    Location:    Dornoch Hours:        37 hours per weekDuration:    Fixed Term for 4 years Salary:        £18,816 – £21,506 p.a Year 1 – Living Wage = £9.78      …
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Apprentice Mechanic, Brora

Posted: March 15th, 2022 | Posted in:

Applications are now closed. For further information, please contact the organisers directly. Post Title:   Apprentice MechanicLocation:     BroraHours:         37 hours per weekDuration:     Fixed Term for 4 yearsSalary:         £18,816 – £21,506 p.a. Year 1 – Living Wage = £9.78        Year …
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Apprentice Joiner, Wick

Posted: March 9th, 2022 | Posted in:

Applications are now closed. For further information, please contact the organisers directly. Post Title: Apprentice JoinerEmployer: The Highland Council   Location:    WickHours:        37 hours per weekDuration:    Fixed Term for 4 years Closing Date: 4th April 2022Salary:        £18,816 – £21,506 p.a Year 1 – …
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Apprentice Mechanic, Wick

Posted: March 9th, 2022 | Posted in:

Post Title: Apprentice MechanicEmployer: The Highland Council Location:  WickHours:   37 Hours per week Duration:  Fixed Term – 4 YearsClosing Date: 4th April 2022Salary:    Percentage of appropriate trade salary   £23,896                    Year 1  £18,816                   Year 2 80% of …
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