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Construction Aware to inspire next generation of green workers and tackle skills shortage

September 16, 2024

Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Glasgow, Inspiring Scotland and FARE Scotland, has launched Construction Aware, a new programme aiming to inspire and develop…

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SCQF Level 3 Credit Rating for Work Aware

September 13, 2024

We are delighted to announce that Glasgow Chamber of Commerce’s innovative employer-led ‘Work Aware’ initiative in partnership with DYW Glasgow, Glasgow City Council, FARE Scotland and Inspiring Scotland has now…

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Code Learning Work Placements

August 29, 2024

Are you seeking skilled and enthusiastic talent to fill your upcoming Digital and IT vacancies? We have an exciting opportunity for local employers like you to connect with the pools…

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Recruiting Young People

August 28, 2024

By Ashleigh McCulloch, Creative Director, Glasgow Chamber of Commerce and Regional Lead, DYW Glasgow We recently asked employers their thoughts on recruiting young people. Understanding the needs of young people…

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Work Aware and Construction Aware

August 14, 2024

By Nicholas Carroll, Senior Programme Executive, Developing the Young Workforce Glasgow  As an employer led initiative with young people at the heart, Developing the young Workforce has consistently sought to…

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#NoWrongPath – Reece Mackay, DYW Glasgow

August 6, 2024

By Reece Mackay, DYW Glasgow In school, I had no clue what I wanted to do as a job/career. I didn’t even understand how jobs worked or what qualifications meant…

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#NoWrongPath – Emily Philpot, Barclays

August 6, 2024

Seven years ago I left school to study “Mathematical Studies” as the University of Leeds. My degree was unique in allowing me to dip my toes into the worlds of…

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#NoWrongPath – Robbie MacIsaac, Bellrock Technology

August 5, 2024

By Robbie MacIsaac, Bellrock Technology When I left school, I didn’t quite have the grades to go straight to university to study engineering. However, alongside working at Tesco and a…

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Construction Aware – A.C.Whyte

July 31, 2024

About the business: At A.C. Whyte, our 50 year history is built on pioneering performance. Specialising in major building refurbishment and energy efficiency works, we deliver place-based solutions for our…

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Impact Arts celebrates 30 years of changing lives in Scotland and puts the call out for stories

July 24, 2024

On 22 August, the team at Impact Arts will raise a glass to three decades of life-changing work, as Scotland’s leading creative engagement charity prepares to mark its 30th anniversary. Since…

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