Wirral Met College, in partnership with Wirral University Teaching Hospital, is delighted to announce the triumphant conclusion of our ambitious ‘100 in 100’ initiative. The scheme aimed to promote apprenticeships and secure 100 apprenticeship pledges within 100 days, and has surpassed its goal, achieving a total of 110 pledges.
This initiative stands as a testament to the commitment of both organisations to enhancing vocational training and educational opportunities throughout the Liverpool City Region.
The campaign involved collaboration with 50 small to medium sized local business across diverse sectors such as health and social care, construction, engineering, hospitality, and science. WUTH has committed £573,743 of its levy funding to the scheme, supporting local businesses directly. This initiative is not only creating employment opportunities for local residents, it’s also creating economic growth.
Gill Banks, Principal and Chief Executive of Wirral Met College, remarked: "Our collaboration with Wirral University Teaching Hospital has been a resounding success, underscoring our commitment to education and the economic vitality of our community. The 100 in 100 initiative has enabled essential funding and support for apprenticeships that benefit both employers and the apprentices. This is a prime example of how educational institutions and healthcare providers can come together to deliver substantial benefits to our community."
Janelle Holmes, Chief Executive of Wirral University Teaching Hospital, expressed her enthusiasm: "We are tremendously pleased with the results of the 100 in 100 initiative. This partnership between WUTH and Wirral Met College has exceeded its objectives, highlighting the strength of community and strategic collaboration in driving economic growth and skill development. The job creation in the region will support the reduction of health inequalities and sustainable economic growth. By proactively supporting apprenticeships, we are creating jobs for the region both as an employer and as an anchor institution."
The initiative not only supported apprentices directly but also provided critical financial support to local small and medium-sized enterprises for the recruitment and the training for new and existing employees. This broad support highlights the combined dedication of the organisations in investing in their future workforce and bridging the educational gap with practical workplace skills.
Hayley Rigby, Deputy Chief People Officer at Wirral University Teaching Hospital, said: "Apprenticeships play a crucial role in building local talent and boosting our community’s economic growth. We’re proud to be part of this successful initiative."
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For further information about apprenticeships, visit https://wmc.ac.uk/employers/apprenticeships