Employability students took part in mock interview sessions recently. Students at Ashton identify their chosen progression opportunities and join either a university (UCAS) group or an employability tutorial group.

The Employability group are focused on gaining an apprenticeship or securing employment, following the completion of their college studies. Students spend time exploring the different ways to find apprenticeships or jobs and they also build their skills to ensure they have access to the top opportunities. 

As part of the apprenticeship or employment route, students will be required to attend interviews, assessment centres or networking groups. Mock interviews, such as this, allow students to improve their skills in communication, problem solving, and responsibility. Familiarising students with the interview environment ensures they have the chance to improve and stand out to employers later on in their careers. 

Thank you to all of the employers who conducted interviews including:

Ace Apparel
Amman Threads
Army Careers
AV Danzer
BBC Sport
Bennett Staff Bureau
Create8
Express Solicitors
Hays Travel
John Hargreaves Packaging
Kier Design
NW Ambulance Service
NW Secretarial Services
Path Consultancy
Paul Burrows Photography
Planisware
PTNE
Ross Care 
Solite Europe
Stepan UK
Tameside & Glossop NHS
The Growth Company
Victoria Fans

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