Final Taith funding round closes in March as demand rises by over 80%

Organisations across Wales have just over one week left to apply for the final round of international exchange funding through the Taith programme, enabling learners and staff…

New apprenticeship intake underlines Esh Group’s commitment to next generation

Esh Group’s ongoing commitment to investing in the future workforce has seen 13 new apprentices welcomed into the business. It takes the total number of…

Industry-ready retrofit courses open for applications at North East Institute of Technology

A suite of retrofit courses that have been developed through a pioneering collaboration between education and industry are now open for applications through the North…

Esh Construction partners with North East Combined Authority to champion STEM careers 

Esh Construction has partnered with the North East Combined Authority to enhance STEM provision in schools across the region. Working collaboratively through the Combined Authority’s…

North East businesses join forces for Mock Interview Day

More than 300 students from schools across the North East and Tees Valley attended the Building My Skills Mock Interview Day at the home of…

Construction apprentices given insight into future industry trends through Esh Group and North East Institute of Technology partnership

As we enter National Apprenticeship Week 2024, industry and education leaders are using an innovative apprenticeship approach to attract the next generation of construction workers.…

Award-winning employability programme returns to North East schools for 12th academic year

More than 5,000 students from across the North East and Tees Valley are set to benefit from employer-led careers guidance as the award-winning employability programme,…

Esh Construction launches new programme teaching students about sustainability in the water cycle

More than 80 primary school students have taken part in the launch of a new programme that has been developed by Esh Construction to teach…

Esh Group appoints its largest apprenticeship intake in five years

North of England construction company, Esh Group, has welcomed its largest apprenticeship cohort since 2018 in a move that reinforces its commitment to invest in…

Are Tattoos in the Workplace Becoming More Acceptable?

In early 2022, Virgin Atlantic became the first UK airline to allow cabin crew to display their tattoos. Tattoos are a type of body art…

How Inclusive Is STEM, and How Do We Diversify the Relevant Fields?

A lack of workforce diversity in terms of education currently plagues STEM (science, technology, engineering, and maths) industries. The world cannot continue to thrive without…

Scotland University Scholarships You Need to Know About

Scholarships are helping to pave the way to higher education and career success for Scottish students from all types of backgrounds. Recently, the Faculty of…

How We Can Inspire Students To Take Engineering Subjects

It’s no secret that the engineering sector is experiencing a shortage of workers. In fact, research shows that the industry will need to train and…

In Your Element: Career Options With a Degree in Chemical Engineering

Chemical engineering combines various scientific principles, such as chemistry, biology, physics, and maths, to solve problems relating to the design and development of chemical manufacturing…

Health and Safety in the Workplace: 5 Simple Steps to Success

Production halted at Barry Callebaut, the largest chocolate factory in the world, after the discovery of salmonella bacteria. This comes just months following 70 children…

The Best Ways to Add Value to Your CV While Studying

When looking for a job you want to find a role you feel suits you. As an employer, you want to find the best candidate…

The Benefits of Forest Schools for Childhood Development

Forest schools are an exciting opportunity for children to learn with their hands. The sessions, which are non-academic and led by a qualified instructor, encourage…

Best Ways to Relieve Stress Ahead of Results Day 

We all want to see our hard work pay off with good results. This is especially true when your final exams are finished and all…

How to Prevent Employee Burnout in the Workplace

Burnout because of stress in the workplace is now a diagnosable syndrome, as classed by the World Health Organisation in 2019. Research shows that nearly…

How Updating Your Management Habits Can Build a Better Future For Your Business

With a staggering 41% of employees in the UK considering leaving their jobs to find more gratifying work, there is a greater need for businesses…

North Yorkshire school receives funding from Esh Construction and YORhub

Sporting facilities at a North Yorkshire school have improved substantially following a generous donation from Esh Construction and framework operator, YORhub.   Filey School, located…

Sunderland School Launches Eco Committee Following Esh Donation

Budding eco enthusiasts from a Sunderland primary school have launched a new eco committee club following an equipment boost from Esh Construction. Northern Saints C…

Local contractor appointed for £8.9m New College Durham extension

Work on a two-storey extension at New College Durham’s Framwellgate Moor Campus is set to commence in the coming weeks following Esh Construction being appointed…

The University Clearing Stigmas That Need Addressing

There are a lot of myths surrounding the university experience. Whether you’ve been told that students don’t cook or that the only people who go…

How Can Happy Employees Make For More Productive Workers?

The well-being of employees is crucial. Improper care for staff can impact their performance and can have harmful effects within a company. The Centre for…

The Most Innovative Ways to Embed Wellbeing Into Your Workplace

Wellbeing at work means a lot of different things to a lot of different people. There’s a renewed focus on supporting your people’s health at…

How Leadership Training is Helping Claw Back the Gender Pay Gap

Female representation on company boards is improving, but there is still a way to go before equal representation is achieved. According to Catalyst, the global…

How to Earn Respect From Your Employees

Being a manager is no easy task. There is simply no hiding that you have a lot on your plate. Taking responsibility, ensuring consistent profit,…