As part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2026, pupils from Port Glasgow High School visited Scottish Leather Group in Bridge of Weir for an inspiring talk and behind-the-scenes tour.

It was a fantastic opportunity to help young people see the wide range of careers available locally and to understand the real pathways into industry through apprenticeships.

A big thank you to Mark Cowan and Rhona Ferris for such an engaging session and giving our young people a brilliant experience! 

As part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week last week, we had some fantastic employers supporting our “Apprentice for a Day” initiative by hosting young people on site.

The programme gave pupils the opportunity to spend a day in the workplace, shadowing an apprentice and gaining real insight into apprenticeship pathways.

A big thank you to AC Whyte, Arnold Clark, Balfour Beatty plc, Dales Marine Services Ltd and Ferguson Marine (Port Glasgow) Limited for making the experience possible.

Congratulations to Corey, Kaiden, Keane, Niall, Ryan and Sam on completing Apprentice for a Day!

Investors in Young People are hosting their Good Practice Networking Event on Tuesday 28th April at Clayton Hotel, Glasgow.

This free in-person event brings employers together to explore how high-performing organisations are creating cultures of trust where young talent is supported to thrive and contribute meaningfully to long-term organisational success.

This event is designed for anyone involved in the recruitment, development or retention of young talent.

Click here to find out more and secure your spot!

Throughout Scottish Apprenticeship Week, we shared a range of fantastic apprenticeship opportunities from employers across a variety of industries. From engineering and IT to logistics and construction, these roles highlight the many pathways available for young people looking to start their careers while learning on the job.

Below is a round-up of the apprenticeships we featured throughout the week.

Apprenticeships offer a great way to gain valuable skills, earn while you learn, and build a strong foundation for future careers.

To stay up to date with the latest opportunities, be sure to follow us on social media, where we regularly share new apprenticeships, events and career insights.

Aggreko – IT Modern Apprentice 

Altrad – Technical Apprentices

Babcock – Various Roles

Balfour Beatty – Various Roles

CalMac -Modern Apprenticeships in Deck Rating and Engine Rating

Dales Marine - Steelwork & Fabrication and Mechanical Engineering

Forestry and Land Scotland - Craftsperson Modern Apprentice

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde – Modern Apprentice Health & Safety Officer

Scottish Water – Modern Apprentice & Graduate Apprentice Roles

Interested in engaging with young people but not sure where to begin? Join DYW's free online “Get Started with DYW” webinar.

🗓 11th March
⏰ 9am–11am
💻 Online & free to attend

This practical session will help you:
✅️ Understand how DYW benefits your organisation and young people
✅️ Explore the types of activities you can offer
✅️ Build confidence in engaging with schools
✅️ Access resources to support your involvement

Register here

Another fantastic two weeks of GROW, featuring a great range of engaging sessions delivered by an excellent mix of employers.

Host employers and participating schools included:

Braehead Shopping Centre - Woodfarm & Mearns Castle
AC Whyte - St Stephens & Port Glasgow High School
Arnold Clark – Paisley Grammar
Open Reach – Glennifer High School
MacTaggart Contstruction – Dumbarton Academy
Elderpark Housing Association – Vale of Leven
Caledonia Training Centre – Woodfarm High School
Glasgow Chamber of Commerce - St Stephens & Port Glasgow High School
Morrison Construction – Paisley Grammar
GRID, Braehead – Gleniffer High School

A huge thank you to all the schools and businesses involved for their continued support and commitment.

Pupils stepped into the role of Threat Response Analysts at DXC's Digital Futures Academy, gaining hands-on insight into the world of cyber security.

Supported by a subject matter expert from Tanium, they explored how real cyber professionals identify, investigate and respond to security threats. From analysing unusual activity to working through guided lab exercises using real tools and processes, students experienced what it’s truly like to work in a modern Cyber Security Team.

This was a fantastic opportunity to build critical thinking, problem-solving skills and awareness of careers in cyber security.

Thank you again to everyone at DXC and Tanium for this fantastic session!

We had the pleasure of attending the Grand Final of Turbine Taskforce – Uniting Society and Sustainability at NMIS.

Funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering and led by Kirsty Pinnell, this inspiring STEM outreach project challenged S1–S3 pupils from schools across Inverclyde, East Glasgow and Renfrewshire to repurpose retired wind turbine blades in ways that would benefit their local communities.

After progressing through competitive heats, the finalist teams (St Columba's High School, Linwood High School & St Andrew's RC) returned to present refined concepts, prototypes and 3D models to an audience and judging panel. The creativity, confidence and innovation on display was exceptional.

Congratulations to the winners from St Columba's High School. Every team should be incredibly proud!

We are currently planning for Scottish Apprenticeship Week, taking place from 2nd–6th March 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for your organisation to showcase your apprenticeship pathways and highlight the routes into your company or sector.

We are inviting employers to support our social media campaign during the week.

As part of this, we’re offering an apprenticeship photo opportunity. To take part, simply send us a photo of your apprentices along with your company logo. We’ll feature these across our social media platforms throughout the week. Alternatively, you can tag DYW West in your own Scottish Apprenticeship Week posts. (You can find links to all DYW West social media platforms by clicking here.)

If you would like to get involved, please email info@dywwest.co.uk.

Babcock are hosting a Creating Futures - Apprentice Careers Event at West College Scotland (Clydebank Campus), on 18th February, 10am–12pm.

This is a great opportunity to discover over 30 different apprenticeship pathways that can lead to an exciting future and inspire you to take the next step in your career journey.

Whether you're finishing school, exploring your options, or thinking about what's next, this event is designed to help you learn more and make informed choices about your future.

Register now and secure your spot!