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Business News Wales
a day ago
- Business
- Business News Wales
STEM Demand Drives Expansion of Academic Roles at Coleg Cambria
Growth in STEM subjects and demand nationwide has led to a raft of new roles at a leading college. Coleg Cambria is advertising a range of Engineering education positions at its Institute of Technology (IoT). Based in Deeside and Wrexham, there are vacancies for Lecturers in Mechanical Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and in Work-based Learning. Reports point to a UK-wide shortage of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) teachers in secondary and higher education, with a focus on attracting workers from industry to join academia and share their skills and experience with the next generation. Nick Tyson, Vice Principal for Digital, Engineering and Construction at Coleg Cambria, says these are 'hugely important' career opportunities that will make a difference to thousands of learners, now and in the future. 'In today's rapidly evolving world, the need for skilled, adaptable engineers and industry professionals has never been greater, and who better to shape that future than those who've lived it?' said Nick. 'If you've built your career solving real-world problems, leading innovation, or managing complex systems, consider the exciting opportunity of stepping into further education. 'By sharing your knowledge, you don't just teach — you inspire. You empower the next generation to think critically, innovate boldly, and adapt swiftly in an agile, ever-changing workforce. 'Education is no longer just in the classroom, it's a dynamic, collaborative environment where your expertise can ignite potential, bridge industry and academia, and leave a lasting legacy. 'The impact you've made in industry can multiply when you help others discover their path within it.' The college will support successful candidates to achieve the necessary teaching qualifications if they do not already have them. Coleg Cambria champions bilingualism and applicants are welcome to submit an application in Welsh.
Leader Live
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Leader Live
Bersham Wheels event returning to Wrexham this summer
Bersham Wheels is returning for its fifth year on Saturday, June 21, promising a day of motoring and music at the Bersham Road site. The free festival will showcase sports and classic cars, motorcycles, and military vehicles, with a Ferrari Modena and Porsches among the highlights. Motorcycles will be on view (Image: Coleg Cambria) Karl Jackson, site lead and assistant principal for the £10 million Institute of Technology at Bersham Road, said: "I can't believe this is the fifth Bersham Wheels. "Time flies but it has been amazing to see the event go from strength to strength, with people of all ages visiting and enjoying the cars and bikes, the music and everything else we have going on. "While the focus is on the engineering and motoring aspect there is something for everyone and this summer is no different with some of the area's best bands and singers appearing, a selection of food and drink, and local businesses selling everything from craft items and jewellery to local produce and more. "Have your fingers crossed for sunshine. "We look forward to seeing you all June 21." READ MORE: Farmers Union of Wales reacts to the UK Government's latest EU deal The event will also feature guided tours of the site, live music, games, trade stands, and a wide selection of food and drink. On-site parking is free, and to book a stall, email or call 01978 267809. For free tickets and more details, visit Bersham Road Wheels Event Tickets on Eventbrite.
Leader Live
6 days ago
- Business
- Leader Live
Wrexham: More than £7m handed out in latest round of grants
The money was handed out this month in the latest round of Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF) Stakeholder Group grants. The grants, ranging from £50,000 to £700,000, were open to businesses, organisations and communities to help them grow and become more successful. Those wishing to apply had to fit into one of three investment priorities: community and place, supporting local businesses, or people and skills. Each of these priorities had specific themes that applicants had to show how they would address with their project. As well as the grants for the 24 projects, five key funds were also given money to help smaller projects access funding. These smaller grants, of less than £50,000, can be applied for through a simpler application process. Councillor Mark Pritchard, leader of Wrexham Council, said: "We are really pleased to announce that the companies below have been awarded SPF Grants. "There are a number of criteria to meet to be successful and we look forward to seeing their projects come to fruition. "The smaller grants, applied for through the five key funds listed below, will mean local businesses, organisations and communities seeking smaller amounts of support will be able to take advantage of this scheme too, and I urge them to apply." READ MORE: Fundraiser launched after popular cafe had charity boxes stolen during break-in The funds and projects that received funding are: WCBC Business Team Key Fund £350,000 This Is Wrexham C.I.C. £150,000 Cadwyn Clwyd and AVOW £350,000 WCBC Regeneration Team £347,524.57 WCBC Regeneration Team £347,524.57 Wrexham University £69,800 WeMindTheGap £481,414 MAAS Spectrometry Ltd £392,745 Derwen Joinery Ltd £392,745 Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) AMRC Cymru £378,341 City of Culture Trust £175,000 Groundworks £181,336 Bloci Ltd trading as BlociCarbon £61,500 North Wales Science (Xplore) £699,876.13 WCBC Youth Justice Service £111,500 The Uncommon Accountants Ltd £83,401 Ambition Board North Wales £103,246.89 WCBC Smart Towns £385,500 Net World Sports Ltd £223,500 Wrexham Cycling Club £66,750 Coleg Cambria £274,096.75 Coleg Cambria £380,381 WCBC – New Horizons Pupil Referral Unit £177,760 Brymbo Heritage Trust £109,460 This Is Wrexham C.I.C. £120,000 Brymbo and Tanyfron Regeneration Trust £188,810 The Little Learning Company Limited £219,612.50 Canal and River Trust £374,700 Eisteddfod Cymru £87,597.34
Business News Wales
28-05-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
Welsh College Launches New HE Programmes in Partnership with UK's Largest Awarding Body
Leading-edge new higher education programmes have been unveiled by Coleg Cambria. The college – based in Deeside, Northop, Llysfasi and Wrexham – launched a raft of courses to begin this September in partnership with Pearson learning group, the UK's largest awarding body. They include Hospitality, Digital Marketing and Enterprise, and Esports. It comes after Cambria designed a Higher Technical Skills Strategy to enhance access and participation, encourage curriculum development and innovation, and forge partnerships within multiple industries to plug gaps in expertise and experience regionally. Cambria's Dean of Access and Higher Education (HE) Emma Hurst said: 'These new higher education qualifications have been carefully developed in collaboration with industry leaders to ensure graduates are equipped with the practical skills and knowledge employers are looking for. 'By aligning academic learning with real-world demands, we're empowering students to be job-ready, innovative, and at the forefront of their sectors, supporting not only their immediate career progression but also opening doors to promotion and new professional opportunities.' HE Partnerships and Compliance Manager Donna Pritchard said they will also continue to promote Digital 2030 – digital skills, confidence and innovation in teaching and learning; equipping learners so they can use rapidly evolving technologies to their full potential, including Artificial Intelligence (AI). 'We want Higher Technical Skills to become a priority within employer advisory boards and inform curriculum development and co-creation, ensuring programmes are tailored to meet the evolving demands of the local labour market,' said Donna. 'Our vision is to remove barriers to education and help upskill in areas of demand whilst targeting pivotal issues such as the Welsh language, sustainability and net zero – we are successfully working towards that with Pearson and other stakeholders.'
Wales Online
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Urdd Eisteddfod 2025 first day winners announced
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The first winners of the opening day of the Urdd Eisteddfod have been announced. The Urdd got underway yesterday (Monday) with tens of thousands of people from across Wales expected at the event, to celebrate talent of the nation's young people, Welsh language and culture. And the first winners of Eisteddfod yr Urdd Dur a Môr, Parc Margam a'r Fro 2025, were announced as Chloe Swinburn from the Flint and Wrexham region - as Main Artist - and Lleucu Haf Thomas from Pembrokeshire as the winner of the Art, Design and Technology Medal. The ceremony this year is sponsored by Elw Park-Jones Foundation. The Main Artist receives the Young Artist Scholarship of £2,000 thanks to the generosity of the late Dr Dewi Davies and his family for the most promising work from an individual year 10 to 19-year-old categories. Chloe is a 22-year-old mature student studying Art and Design at Coleg Cambria. Her ambition is to continue studying art at university, pursuing a degree in Illustration, with the hope of a lifelong career in the art industry. Chloe said: 'My journey through mainstream education has come with many challenges due to complex personal circumstances. It resulted in having to take time away from my studies and I returned to Coleg Cambria at the age of 19 to resit my GCSEs. My decision to pursue art and design stems from my personal relationship with art and its ability to express what is difficult to convey with words; a struggle I faced growing up. 'Embarking on the foundation art and design program allowed me to enhance my ability to express and illustrate narratives. Along the way, I discovered various artists who have further inspired my creative process. Illustrators such as Angela Harding, Aubrey Beardsley, and Arthur Rackham are particularly significant to me; their work has encouraged me to incorporate elements of storytelling and composition into my own creations.' The adjudicators for the competition were Bethan Ash and Scott Keenan from Queen Street Gallery and Owain Sparnon. In their adjudication, they said: "The standard of work was high, and several competitors deserved to be in the top five." The three decided on Chloe's work, noting: "The starting point for Chloe's project was a trip around North Wales, where she visits different beaches, chapels and galleries. She was particularly fascinated by the cemetery on Llandysilio Island. "Among the gravestones, she found the names of local residents, some who had been injured in the war and most notably, the writer Sir Albert Evans-Jones (Cynan). Chloe was inspired by his poem 'Aberdaron' and depicted the landscapes described in his poem." The Art, Design and Technology Medal is awarded for the most promising work from amongst the national winners of all the year 10 to 19-year-old categories. This year's judges are Siwan Thomas, Edwina Williams-Jones, Hannah Evans, Owain Sparnon, Laura Thomas, Betsan Haf Evans, Katie Louise Trick, Rhian Stone and Robyn Tomos. Lleucu Haf Thomas, this year's winner is 16 years old and a year 11 pupil at Ysgol Aberteifi. A regular competitor with the Urdd in the Art, Design Technology and music competitions she loves the expressive arts. Her winning piece has been created entirely from hay. She said: "I am proud to be a girl from the countryside, and what better than to create art out of nature. I believe it is vitally important to keep the old traditions alive and I'm so grateful to Aeres James from Pembrokeshire for introducing me to the art of weaving back in 2020. "I now have this extraordinary skill which gives me such great pleasure. I think of an idea and get planning, developing and creating it over countless hours. I get so much pleasure in creating art, and it's a privilege to win this medal and to share my work with everyone." The judges said: 'The standard of all the pieces made the judges' smile – the work was skilful and full of imagination. It was a pleasure to see such creativity amongst the young people in Wales. 'Different pieces appealed to different judges, but we were all drawn to one specific piece, the tractor made from hay. Hay crafting is one that is in danger of disappearing, so it was nice to see it being used here. The work is precise and full of imagination. It reflects artistic talent and promise, along with knowledge of current politics, drawing attention to the awareness of the political protest 'No farmers, No food'. It's a striking piece, for many reasons.' Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inbox Find out what's happening near you
