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William Shaw

“I studied A Levels and decided afterwards that I didn’t want to sit in a classroom, I wanted to do something more hands on in a skilled environment so an apprenticeship was the perfect route. I’m always doing something new which keeps things interesting and the tools and equipment that I’m using at TTE are … Continued

Luke Summers 

Luke studied the Level 3 Electrical and Electronic Engineering course at TTE and with the support of the staff at College, he has now progressed to a fantastic apprenticeship with Quorn Foods.   “I have gained a lot of industry and life experience through TTE, and they have helped develop my skills. I wish to advance … Continued

Tianna Maloney

We caught up with Level 3 Mechanical Engineering Student at TTE, Tianna Maloney. She is starting her apprenticeship with CPI this September, where she will continue her learning with TTE for a year before moving to work onsite at CPI. She said, “Studying at TTE was great because it has allowed me to develop new … Continued

Joanna McCourt

Joanna McCourt completed her Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship at Liberty Powder Metals and has just received a Distinction grade in her end point assessment. She said, “I’ve always had an interest in science, and I studied Crime Scene Science at University. After graduating I did lots of different jobs but decided that I really … Continued

Daniel Reilly

Daniel Reilly completed his Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship at Cosmo Lab and has just received a Distinction grade in his end point assessment. He said “I was working at Cosmo Lab as a packager when this apprenticeship opportunity came up and they asked if I’d be interested. It seemed like the perfect fit as … Continued

Rachel Higgins, Seqens Customer Specialists

We recently spoke to Rachel Higgins, HR and L&D Specialist at Seqens, who discussed their experience using TTE as an apprenticeship provider. “At Seqens, we have a longstanding relationship with TTE, going back to when the site was known as Chemoxy International. We have worked with TTE to train and develop our apprentices for over … Continued

James Ashby, Liberty Powder Metals LTD

James Ashby, Technical Manager at Liberty Powder Metals Ltd, is investing in new staff through apprenticeships with TTE. Joanna McCourt, apprentice at Liberty Powder Metals Ltd, is on our Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship, that has recently been accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry. This apprenticeship is the only accredited programme in the North East. James … Continued

Sharon Lane, Tees Components

“Since 2005 we have trained 29 apprentices with the support of Northern Skills – recruiting on average two new apprentices each year. Many of these apprentices first came to us on work experience in years 9 and 10, so we have known them since they were 14. Our apprentices are completely integrated into our business; … Continued

Zoe Kendall

“During my final year at school I realised that I wanted to do a course that gave me the opportunity to do more practical, hands-on learning. I also knew I wanted a career in engineering and as a family friend was studying for an apprenticeship at the time it seemed like the ideal route. I … Continued

Ella Higham-Sirius

“Once I’d completed my GCSE’s I decided to stay on at school to do my A-levels. At this stage I thought that I’d complete my A Levels and then go onto University. However, a year into my A levels I realised that I wanted more practical learning. I’d always enjoyed problem solving and excelled in … Continued