Providing insight into the programme, SSP hosted a launch event for 25 education professionals across Cheshire and Greater Manchester last week, so that they “could go back to their colleges and institutions to tailor their courses to further help their students develop the skills needed for the roles available.”
As well as an introduction to SSP and the Airport Academy (who are working with SSP on the initiative), the full-day workshop included a tour of terminal two to see several SSP outlets and information on the skills, qualifications and qualities needed for the apprenticeship scheme.
Martin Walder, head of learning and development at SSP, said: “We are delighted to be working alongside Manchester Airport to deliver this initiative, which will help education providers across the north west get access to the latest roles available.
“Not only can they find out about the apprenticeship scheme, they can find out exactly what we want as an employer and gain a glimpse into what we offer employees. This in turn makes it much easier for them to sell the opportunity to their students. We look forward to rolling out this scheme wider to ensure other colleges and institutions can gain access.”
Director of corporate development at Stockport and Trafford College, Nik Walker, added: “What a great initiative from Manchester Airport and SSP.
Interactive days like these are vital for education providers to understand the skills required of the employer, in order to ensure the best-fit in terms of impact and effectiveness in the workplace for when learners go on to apprenticeships and the start of their careers.
“This is yet another fantastic example of how Manchester Airport is demonstrating its commitment to developing skills in the region.”