Business Bites

Nicola is EDC’s Pearly Queen! – This episode features Nicola Morland, Team Leader in our Student Services Dept – she has just celebrated her 30 year anniversary here at EDC. She talks about the changes she’s seen since she started, what motivates her to keep doing a great job and of course how passionate she is about our College .   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Advice on Applications from Abbie! – This episode features top tips from Abbie Reekie , our Induction and Recruitment Officer here at EDC , She talks about her applications checklist, how to get support from EDC . What the process entails and of course how to get a parents guide too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode features Sam Deer, our Trainer / Coach for our Equine Apprenticeships – She talks all things horse related, the successes we’ve had, what makes a great equine apprentice and her aspirations for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy talks about their apprenticeship journey with EDC, Planning the future workforce and how putting people at the heart of their business is putting them in a great position for growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Roane, our Trainer/Coach in Arboriculture talks all things skills, kit, heights, and of course the famous Sycamore Gap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode features Sara Jolly, the voice of EDCs Business Bites Podcast and the Business Development Manager at EDC, she flips the hosting table and talks about the exciting things ahead in the work based learning team, some of the events on the horizon and also encourages businesses to ‘start the conversion’ about training. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode introduces Aisha Munro our new Trainer /Coach in our Science Manufacturing area. She talks through her extensive Industry experience, what’s drawn her to education and also just how fantastic the facilities at EDC are and how they are going to be used across the coming year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hayley Clifton & Emma Norbury from the Work based Learning team talk new funding streams, Apprenticeships, bootcamps and starting your training conversation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carly Dakers & Donna McHale talk all things job related, give great insights into their day-to-day tasks, what motivates and inspires them to be their best they can be and their own journey from being an apprentice themselves!Find out more at East Durham CollegeIs an apprentice right for you?Operations Departmental Manager Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They talk all things advice led, how you can access their support and just what it means to them to see success. They have very different backgrounds but a vast amount of experience between them , they highlight just how great it is to help someone progress and achieve and they also address the importance of getting good careers & training advice.Careers Advice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode he gives great insights into his background and plans for the future. He also chats skills gaps and the importance of the right course for the right person.WebsiteHistoryFacebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brennan Murphy and Mark Chapman chat about the new facility, Christmas menu’s and the new world of catering.Giving our students the best experience we can, here in our fantastic state of the art catering facility.The GroveFacebook - The Grove Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lee talks all things hair, how he revolutionised the industry from a training point of view and of course what’s coming in the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Claire gives an update on her career with Nissan , the changes she’s seen in her role and the amount of personal development for their staff. The forward-thinking culture and of course the exciting things to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The team give an update on the changes to the digital service, how that is impacting our employers. Contracting and of course what’s on the horizon to come!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Don talks all things welding and what can be done to highlight the huge skills shortage in this area. He regales his own experience through opportunities in this industry and what the future holds too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leanne passionately talks all things placements – there’s been huge challenges in this Industry in recent years and she highlights just how valuable these Industry placements are to our students here at EDC. Also, the successes on the back of the placements are really positive and of course she encourages anyone who hasn’t investigated taking a student placement to get in touch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We delve into this government backed programme aimed at students with SEND here at East Durham College. These are unique and are so crucial to student success here at EDC. The benefits for both student and employer are huge, and all of this is FREE.Could these be an option to support your business recruitment?Find out more about Supported Interns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined by Ryan Siddall, Head of Technical at NEPIC & Emma Norbury, BDO at EDC. Ryan gives us a great overview of what NEPIC is all about here in the NE and how the membership works to support its members. He gives us an insight into his day to day role and his background. Emma also touches on the super new apprenticeships we have in our portfolio at EDC and how we see using our membership with NEPIC to help us spread the word to this workforce. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined by Jackie Lanagan, Assistant Principal for Curriculum & Partnerships at EDC – Jackie gives us a great insight into her role here at EDC, some of the exciting work she has been involved in since she came here 5 years ago. Jackie also gives us a whistle stop tour of her career progression within the world of education and what it's like leading the next generation of talent coming through here at East Durham College. There have been challenges along the way but Jackie gives great insight on how to overcome these and her thoughts on inspiring people into a career in education. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined by Richard Kaye, Centre manager at Dalton Park Outlet & Outdoors – Richard is currently working with EDC on a collaborative course to help fill vacancies at the Park in Customer Service & Retail. He’s been working with us at EDC for over 12 months now and see’s huge value in working together to help with their recruitment needs. There are huge expansion plans at Dalton Park Outlet & Outdoors, he chats all about the new brands incoming and the plans for a fantastic 21st birthday celebration.Apprenticeships in Retail VacanciesLevel 1 Intro into retailLevel 1 Customer ServiceLevel 2 Customer Service, distance learning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brett is the Learning & Development Business Partner for Sterling Pharma Solutions. He has been supporting EDC with the shaping of a new Apprenticeship Programme – Science Manufacturing . He talks about workforce development and the new style EPA and what that means for our apprentices.IFATE EDC Apprenticeships Sterling Pharma Solutions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pam is our Employability coordinator and also teaches on our Mentoring & Coaching short course. This course was designed to support people going into a mentor role with an apprentice to partner. She talks about all things course related, who it’s aimed for and why you would do it! Employers Guide to Apprenticeships Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined by Miss Menopause herself, Sharon is truly fighting the good fight for menopause education in the workplace. Great insights into this very current subject and how workplaces can support their staff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hayley is a Business Development Advisor here at EDC, she has been here over 16 years and has specialisms in Land based Apprenticeships. We chat all things apprenticeships and some great memories of a lengthy career at EDC.Land Based Apprenticeships Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This duo has to be one of the funniest records we’ve done to date! Callum is a previous apprentice with us here at EDC and Donna is one of our Trainer/ Coaches in Customer Service / Business Admin. Their working relationship shines through in this podcast, the support from Donna and the drive from Callum is infectious!Customer Services Apprenticeships Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul is our Team Leader for Quality & Compliance. He talks all things levy, legal and of course the support we give employers along their apprenticeship journey with us. He’s a font of knowledge and an asset to our team here at EDC.Keep up to date with everything happening at East Durham College, via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EastDurhamCol/via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastdurhamcol/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vicky is the trainer / coach for our education portfolio here at East Durham College. She has a huge amount of industry experience and in this episode she talks though how she supports our apprentices on their journey but also the businesses too. She explains how schools need our expertise, guidance and advice – she highlights highs and lows throughout and what learns can be taken along the way. Childcare Apprenticeships | EDC Teaching Assistant Apprenticeships | EDC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emma is a Business Development Advisor here at EDC, she has been here for 9 years and has a specialism in Engineering. We chat all things apprenticeships and some great memorable apprentices that stood out from the crowd!*wages correct at time of recording June 2023. To find out more about apprenticeships and the costs involved contact the Apprenticeship Team on 0191 518 5508 or email [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abbie is our Recruitment & Induction Officer here at EDC, she is the first point of contact for our apprentices! She talks about the process we have here and how the interview system works. She supports our apprentices with interview advice too.To find out more about apprenticeships at East Durham College click, https://www.edc.ac.uk/apprentices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Suzanne is the Principal & CEO of East Durham College. We talk all  things team related including the ins and out of leadership. She has been at the helm at EDC since 2012 – she also talks about the vital role the College plays in the community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you live in County Durham or its surrounding areas? Are you fed up in your existing role at work?Or do you have a business you need to future proof? If you don’t know where to start to access training for you, your colleagues or your business… East Durham College can point you in the right direction.Find out about our services, staff, courses and expertise in this podcast series. Make sure you press follow now, to not miss an episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.