Callum returns from ‘incredible’ trip to China
A young football referee who has just returned from officiating at a world schools tournament in China has said it was a “scary” but also “incredible” experience. Callum Oram, 18, who is studying policing at Telford College’s Wellington campus, has been refereeing for three years and hopes to make it his full time career. He […]
Enrichment programmes build skills and friendships
Students at Telford College are making the most of an extensive programme of enrichment activities designed to help them develop new skills, pursue personal interests and build friendships outside the classroom. The programme developed for the new academic year offers a diverse range of clubs and activities including music, photography, journalism, creative writing, chess, street […]
Webinar will highlight benefits of developing future HR talent
Businesses are being invited to discover how apprenticeships can help strengthen their people function, develop future leaders and address workforce skills needs during a free online webinar hosted by Telford College. The one-hour session, from 2.30pm on November 4, is aimed at employers, managers and business leaders looking to upskill existing staff, improve succession planning […]
IT company supports our ‘Step Into Digital’ programme
Technology company Coforge has become the latest major employer to support Telford College’s ‘Step Into Digital’ training programme. The fast-growing business, which has its main UK base at Kendal Court in the town’s Station Quarter, provides AI and digital services to some of the country’s biggest organisations. The Step Into Digital work programme is aimed […]
Telford College ready to train skilled defence workers
Telford College is ready to “play its part” in developing the next generation of skilled workers, as Defence Secretary Wes Streeting launched the UK’s first large-calibre gun barrel production facility in 20 years. The Rheinmetall UK site in Telford supports 100 highly skilled jobs with hundreds more across the supply chain and was officially opened […]
MP hails Telford College Skills Shop and Youth Hub as ‘major step forward’
The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions has hailed the opening of a new Youth Hub at Telford College’s Skills Shop as a ‘major step forward’ for the young people of the borough. Pat McFadden MP said the hub service, which sees skills training, mental health support, housing advice and careers guidance brought under […]
New Student Council sets out its inclusive agenda
Telford College’s newly elected Student Council has outlined an ambitious and inclusive agenda for the year ahead, pledging to amplify student voice, strengthen cross‑campus collaboration, and champion fresh ideas that enrich college life. The team says it wants to create a connected, confident and proactive student community where every learner feels heard, supported, and empowered […]
Construction tutor Barry joins the DIY SOS team
Telford College construction tutor Barry Mason will feature on the TV show DIY SOS next week as an army of tradespeople transform a West Midlands family’s home. Barry signed up to help the team on a project in Bewdley to support a family whose 11-year-old son lives with complex medical conditions including tuberous sclerosis, autism, […]
First victory for new girls’ football team
Telford College’s new girls’ football team claimed their first victory of the season with a 3-1 victory over local rivals Shrewsbury Town. Students get chance to wear Wolverhampton Wanderers colours for competitive fixtures as part of a ‘football and education’ collaboration between Telford College and the Championship club. The team hit back from going a […]
Work experience opportunities for neurodiverse students
A Shropshire business owner is partnering with Telford College to create new employment and work‑experience opportunities for neurodiverse students. Dave Smith, founder of Shropshire IT Recycling, is drawing on his own lived experience to show young people that neurodiversity should never be seen as a barrier to achievement. He believes that with the right environment, […]