We had another round of fantastic sessions with DXC Technology Digital Futures Academy!

In our first session, pupils explored their creativity in a design challenge, programming robotic cars & learning about the history of automation!

In our next session, they engaged in valuable lessons on building confidence and motivation.

We can't wait for the next one!

Four of our Digital Futures Academy participants, in collaboration with DXC Technology, had the incredible opportunity to serve as mascots for the Manchester United vs. Newcastle game at Old Trafford this month.

It was an unforgettable evening capped off by an exciting 3-2 victory for Man United.

Well done Alicia, Erin, Connor & Jackson!

This month, Thomas Johnstone held more talks and tours for our local schools, Park Mains High School and St Andrews Academy, at their factory in Inchinnan.

The pupils were introduced to the company and gained insights into its operations. They enjoyed a tour of the manufacturing facility, where they not only learned about the various roles available but also discovered exciting apprenticeship opportunities.

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We had the pleasure of attending the annual Renfrewshire Connect event at Paisley Lagoon.

It was an excellent opportunity for networking and making new connections. We also attended a few of the fantastic webinars throughout the day.

Looking forward to next year!

We attended East Renfrewshire's DYW Employer Breakfast this week.

Well done to all the participating schools; numerous employers expressed interest in partnering for DYW activities!

Our friends at East Renfrewshire Council education are holding a DYW Employer Breakfast event on the morning of 8th May at Barrhead High School 10am-12noon (representing all schools in the authority).

If your organisation wants to help develop the future workforce please get in touch ➡️ info@dywwest.co.uk
 

Diodes Incorporated are holding an Apprentice Open Evening on Wednesday 6th March at their site in Greenock as part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2024!

National Manufacturing Institute Scotland, University of Strathclyde, West College Scotland and Scottish Engineering will also be in attendance to speak about apprenticeship routes into engineering.

Parents and carers are welcome to attend.

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DYW West are supporting Inverclyde Council with a new STEM Festival taking place the w/c 3rd June 2024.

We are aiming to have employers deliver STEM activity in primary schools (during the day Mon-Fri) and secondary schools in the evening (Mon-Thu).

The purpose of the festival is to get more young people interested in STEM subjects and future careers.

If you have a STEM activity you could deliver please look at the attached spreadsheet (download in attachments section below) – pick a school(s) and date(s) and let us know by contacting us on info@dywwest.co.uk with Inverclyde STEM Fest in the title. The 2^nd tab of the spreadsheet has info we would also need so please complete that and return the spreadsheet to the email above.

The hashtag for the week is #InverclydeStemFest

Please click the attachment below to download the spreadsheet

We are planning for Scottish Apprenticeship Week which takes place between 4^th-8^th March 2024.

This is a great opportunity for your organisation to showcase your apprenticeship pathways into your company/sector.

We are looking for employers who would be interested in taking part in the following:

Social media campaign - Apprenticeship photo opportunity. To take part please send us a picture of your apprentices and your logo. This picture will then be used on our social media platforms throughout SAW week.
Talks & Tour of your company with school pupils - Would you be interested in hosting a talk and tour of your workplace for any of our local schools? Transport will be covered by schools.

If you're interested in taking part in either of the above please email info@dywwest.co.uk

Please find below information on our next employer engagement event.

Taking place on the 31st January 2024 at West College Scotland, Greenock Campus, Finnart St, Greenock, Ambitions Restaurant, top floor.
This event will help employers understand how DYW can support them in developing their future workforce.

More info:
 
Aimed at employers of all sizes & sectors not currently involved in DYW, learn how together we can help Develop the Young Workforce of Inverclyde.

This free event will showcase how DYW West can help your organisation:

How can we support you to attract young people to your organisation
How we can help you engage with education through careers events, talks & tours, work experience, mentoring, apprenticeships etc
 
Arrive from 8.30am for a 9am start (finish approx. 10am)
Tea / coffee and pastries served

Spaces are limited so register now to secure your place

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