For many students, going to university feels like the only option after school or college. But university can be expensive. Most students leave with large debts that can take many...

Opportunities knock for apprenticeships A host of new positions have been opened up for people looking to start a career in construction as part of Holcim UK’s 2026 apprenticeship scheme....

Foundation apprenticeships – new from August 2025 From 1 August 2025, foundation apprenticeships will be available in England. They are open to young people aged 16 to 21. Some people...

Leeds apprentice wins national bricklaying title A Leeds College of Building apprentice has won a top award at a national bricklaying competition. Ellis Smith, who trains with Hirst Developments, was...

This blog post is sponsored by The Growth Company Are you wondering what to do after school? If you’re looking for a way to start your career while learning new...

Leeds College of Building is celebrating a massive achievement after four of its students secured top positions in the national SkillBuild 2024 competition.   Known as the UK’s largest multi-trade...

Good news is buzzing in Manchester’s construction world! All the apprentices from the PlanBEE Manchester programme have landed jobs with some of the best companies in the field.   Where...

The construction industry is undergoing a positive change that reflects wider society.  Let’s go, girls. According to Protrade, around 10% of individuals starting construction apprenticeships in 2022-23 were young women....