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Swindon leisure operator chosen as work experience employer of the year
A leisure operator has been named Work Experience Employer of the Year.
The award, given to GLL by Bath College, was in recognition of the organisation's support for students through work placements and lifelong learning.
GLL, which operates under the Better brand and runs leisure centres in Swindon, offers placements to around 20 students each year.
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Mark Harrison, community sport manager at GLL, said: "It's an opportunity for students to learn and develop key employability skills such as customer service, punctuality and teamwork.
"We also contribute to the content of Bath College's sport courses – ensuring that it remains relevant to our industry and provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to forge a successful career."
The company also supports students through mock interviews and careers events.
Nicki Martin, head of marketing and business development at Bath College, said: "This award recognises the outstanding contribution GLL has made to Bath College and our learners over the past year.
"Their continued partnership, support, and commitment to skills development have made a lasting impact and we are proud to recognise that."
The award will be presented at the college's Celebrating Success Awards ceremony on Tuesday, July 8.
