This week, we teamed up with the @TedWraggTrust to spotlight the incredible journey of Katie, who is currently completing her Level 5 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Marine Academy Plymouth. In today’s video, Katie shares her passion for supporting young learners, the skills she’s developing through her apprenticeship, and how the programme is helping her grow both professionally and personally. Her story highlights exactly what apprenticeships are all about: ✨ Real experience ✨ Real impact ✨ Real progression A huge thank you to Katie and the team at Marine Academy Plymouth for showcasing the power of apprenticeships in education. #ApprenticeWednesday #NAW2026

✨ Building Skills for Life As part of National Apprenticeship Week, we caught up with Anna, one of our Customer Service Apprentices and a former @TedWraggTrust student, to hear how her journey from school to apprenticeship has shaped her future. Anna shared how discovering the way she learns best helped her choose an apprenticeship that allows her to grow in confidence, gain real-world experience, and develop the skills for life that will stay with her long after her training. Her story is a brilliant example of how apprenticeships open doors, build capability, and support young people to thrive in their chosen careers. #NAW2026 #SkillsForLife #Apprenticeships #ExeCollProud #Lifeattedwragg

As we kick off National Apprenticeship Week 2026, we’re celebrating the incredible talent, hard work, and aspirations of our apprentices. Follow us to stay updated on: ✨ Apprentice success stories ✨ Employer partnerships ✨ Upcoming events and opportunities ✨ Life as an Exeter College apprentice Here’s to a week of inspiration, innovation, and future career pathways. #NAW2026 #ExeCollProud #Apprenticeships #SkillsForLife

🚀 Something BIG is coming for National Apprenticeship Week 2026… We’re teaming up with the @TedWraggTrust, @GWRHelp, and more incredible employer partners to bring you exciting content and opportunities all week long 👀 And that’s not all! Don’t miss our Apprenticeship Expo on Thursday, 12th February. If you’re thinking about your future, this is one date you need in your diary! 🩷 #NAW2026 #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #ExeCollApprentices #ExeCollProud

Just 2 weeks to go until the Exeter College Apprenticeship Expo on 12 February, 1pm-5pm! 📢 Calling all: ✅Students looking to start their career with an apprenticeship ✅ Adults wanting to gain new skills or train alongside work ✅ Career changers ready to take a new direction ✅Parents & guardians wanting to understand the Apprenticeship route and the opportunities it offers You’ll have the chance to connect with employers from across Devon, covering industries like Engineering, Construction, Digital, Health & Care, Hospitality, Business and more. Expect real Apprenticeship vacancies, careers and job information, plus hands-on, interactive activities on the day! 📩 apprentices@exe-coll.ac.uk 📞 01392 400800 We’re excited to see you there! 🙌 #ExeApprentices

Congratulations to our apprentice, Ted, who achieved second place in the Regional Sparks Competition! ⚡ Ted is currently undertaking an Installation and Maintenance Electrician Apprenticeship. Fellow Electrician apprentices Will and Tom also represented us in the competition - well done to both for their efforts! Our apprentice Katie will also be entering the Female Sparks Competition. We wish her the very best of luck. 🤞🏻 We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to our apprentices’ employers Newbery Electrical Services, Wave Services LTD, Flex Eco Services Ltd, and The Donkey Sanctuary. for their continued support and for providing valuable training opportunities 🫱🏻‍🫲🏻 #ExeCollProud #ExeApprentices

Celebrating Our Apprentice Award Winners! 🎉 We’re incredibly proud to celebrate our outstanding apprentice winners at the Exeter College Student Awards 👏 🏆 Apprentice of the Year – James Molloy @WillmottDixon James achieved a Distinction on the Level 3 ICT Technician programme, demonstrating exceptional determination, resilience and academic strength. With British Sign Language as his first language, James has shown remarkable independence, adaptability and problem-solving skills, while also being a supportive and valued member of his class. We’re delighted that he has now secured a role within the College supporting our IT labs, a truly well-deserved achievement. 🏆 Higher Apprentice of the Year – Darren Westlake @GWRHelp As a registered blind learner balancing work and apprenticeship training, Darren consistently demonstrated positivity and dedication to achieving excellence. He is an outstanding mature student who has shown exceptional perseverance, determination, and commitment throughout his time at College. He overcame challenges with resilience and focus, achieving his Level 4 Data Analysis Apprenticeship with an overall Merit grade.   Congratulations to James and Darren, you are a real credit to your employers and Exeter College 🌟 #ExeCollProud #ExeApprentices

Congratulations, Eveta, on completing your Level 3 Customer Service Specialist Apprenticeship with us and @gwr_help! If you're interested in an apprenticeship with Exeter College, contact us using the details below to find out more. 01392 400800 apprentices@exe-coll.ac.uk

Apprenticeship Awareness Week at Exeter College: by the numbers 👇 It was a BIG week for apprenticeships: ✅ 2 IOT Talks ✅ 1 Restaurant Takeover (Hall & Woodhouse apprentices) ✅1 ex-apprentice guest speaker who inspired our Business students ✅ 70 student interviews and apprenticeships offered ✅ Our TRA's visited multiple tutor groups and held workshops ✅ 600 students were inspired face-to-face ... and a lot of popcorn was consumed! 🍿 A week packed with insight, inspiration and real-world pathways into apprenticeships 💼✨ #ApprenticeshipAwarenessWeek #ExeterCollege #ExeApprentices

As part of Apprenticeship Awareness Week, our Training and Recruitment Advisors have been delivering inspiring talks to our students at Hele Road campus 👏 We had a fantastic turnout of Exeter College students in the IOT Lecture Theatre, all engaged and eager to learn about apprenticeships🙌 Students left with a clearer understanding of what apprenticeships are, how to become an apprentice, and even enjoyed a sweet popcorn treat to take away 🍿 #ExeCollApprenticeships

A night run by the next generation of hospitality talent 👏 Last night, Exeter College apprentices working with Hall & Woodhouse led a full restaurant takeover at Exeter College’s @ 34 restaurant, planning, preparing, and delivering a complete menu. The event was an excellent showcase of industry collaboration, apprenticeships in action, and emerging hospitality talent. Congratulations to all our apprentices involved! 🩷 #ExeCollProud #ExeApprentices

4 weeks to go until the Exeter College Apprenticeship Expo! 🎉 Thinking about your next step? The Apprenticeship Expo is for everyone looking to build a brighter future: 🩷 Students exploring Apprenticeship options to kickstart their careers 🩷Adults wanting to upskill or train while working 🩷 Career changers ready for a fresh start 🩷Parents & carers keen to see how Apprenticeships can support young people’s ambitions Meet a wide range of employers and businesses from across Devon, spanning sectors including Engineering, Hospitality, Health & Care, Digital, Construction, Business and more. Discover live Apprenticeship vacancies, expert advice, job opportunities, and interactive activities to get involved with. 📧 apprentices@exe-coll.ac.uk 📞 01392 400800 We can’t wait to welcome you! #ExeCollApprentices

Welcome aboard! ✈️ Our new Aviation Customer Service Level 2 apprentices have officially started their journey at @Exeter_Airport, kicking off with their first day at the @FSCExeter today. Here’s to an exciting career in aviation! #AviationCareers

Congratulations, Thomas, on completing your Level 2 Passenger Transport Operative with us and @gwr_help! If you're interested in an apprenticeship with Exeter College, contact us using the details below to find out more. 01392 400800 apprentices@exe-coll.ac.uk

This Wednesday, our apprentice employer, @BPHallWoodhouse, is taking over our @34 restaurant for one night only, working with our hospitality and catering apprentices to deliver a four-course menu. If you're interested in booking or want to find out more, contact the team by using the details below. thirty-four@exe-coll.ac.uk

A great day welcoming our colleagues from North Devon College to Exeter College 🤝 Today, our Apprenticeships Team met in person with the team from North Devon College as we begin the New Year as the newly formed Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group. This was a brilliant opportunity to put collaboration into action, connect, share ideas and look ahead. We’re excited to move forward together and shape the future of apprenticeships. 🩷 #ExeApprenticeships #ENDC #ExeCollProud

Congratulations, Dylan, on completing your Level 2 Passenger Transport Operative Apprenticeship with us and @gwr_help! If you're interested in an apprenticeship with Exeter College, contact us using the details below to find out more. 01392 400800 apprentices@exe-coll.ac.uk