Angus STEM Festival 2018: STEM on your doorstep!
Saturday 2nd June, 10.00 – 14:00, Arbroath Academy
Funded by Dundee and Angus Developing the Young Workforce
The Angus STEM Festival is a free, family event with fantastic science and STEM shows from Aberdeen Science Centre, Dundee Science Centre and Generation Science as well as interactive workshops and stalls presented by local colleges, universities and STEM employers. Angus schools are also invited to sign-up for a stall and showcase their great STEM learning.
Nursing - Courageous Conversations
While most school pupils are off for their Spring Holidays Claire from the team was lucky enough to be able to spend the afternoon with Hannah and Katie from Grove Academy who joined 3rd year University of Dundee Mental Health Nursing Students at the Clinical Skills Academy, Ninewells Hospital.Read more
Craigie High pupils benefit from McGill industry insight
Last week, pupils from Craigie High School’ Electronics class had the opportunity to learn directly from experienced professionals from McGill Electrical in Dundee. As part of the formal Partnership between the business and the School, McGill staff and Craigie High Teachers designed a practical Electronics lesson which helped support the curriculum.Read more
Angus Taste the Industry
In February we joined forces with Angus Council to let young people “Taste the Industry”.Read more
Arbroath Academy with Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Last week Ross and Angela from the DYW Team were lucky enough see the start of an excellent example of a School/Business Partnership between Arbroath Academy and Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd.Read more
ScotAppWeek2018 - Apprentice Ambassadors visit St Pauls Academy!
Yesterday as part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2018 our DYW Apprentice Ambassadors visited St Paul's RC Academy and chatted with S3 pupils about the fantastic opportunities apprenticeships can provide. This latest instalment of our Apprentice Ambassador programme saw Ambassadors representing Arnold Clark, Dundee City Council, and our own Modern Apprentice Lottie Reardon from our Developing the Young Workforce, Dundee and Angus Team. Read more
Fashion Accessory Challenge - Dundee Fashion Week
If you're interested in the world of fashion or design or want to flex your creative ability we have the perfect challenge for you as part of Dundee Fashion Week.Read more
D&A College Games Jam
Dundee & Angus College’s Games Jam took place over the 18th& 19th January. This is the third year the event has been held and it is definitely going form Good to Great, with even more students participating and more local companies supporting the event.Read more
Harris Academy get a visit from DYW Apprentice Ambassadors
Building on the success of our first Apprentice Ambassador visit to Webster’s High School in Kirriemuir
in November, our Apprentice Ambassadors were back in action this week with visits to Harris Academy
in Dundee to deliver class talks and take part in group discussions with S3 pupils.Read more
The Vine Events Management and Function Suite
Administrative Modern Apprentice
The ideal candidate should have strong oral and written communication skills and be able to organise their work using tools, like MS Excel, MS Word and office equipment. Ultimately, a successful Admin Assistant should ensure the efficient and smooth day-to-day operation of our office. As a modern apprentice support and training would be provided in many aspects of the role. However a candidate must show potential of the requirements and be willing to learn.Read more