Lynsey joined the academy after she had completed a computer course. She was looking for something that would utilise the new skills she had gained and attended our machine operative course. Despite her fears that she wouldn’t be able to do it, she progressed through the course really well and showed great ability and understanding which saw her confidence in her own ability grow.

Lynsey attended an interview at Alpha Engineering which resulted in her being offered full time employment.

Lea came to the academy to develop skills that would support his route into employment. He progressed well throughout the 5-week welding program and successfully gained employment at Don-Bur.

Lea says ‘I really enjoyed my time at the academy. Everyone is really nice and there is a really good learning environment. Since achieving my qualification, I’ve gained employment locally.’

Oliver joined the academy unsure of career paths available to him.

He successfully completed the machine operative 5-week program and has progressed onto an engineering apprenticeship at barkers Engineering.

Oliver says ‘I found the course via a jobs fair. The course delivered on what was promised and more and it was a very good and needed learning experience.’

Jason came to the academy looking for a route into employment. After successfully completing the machine operative 5-week program, Jason gained full time employment at Alpha Engineering.

Jason says ‘The tutor was always on hand to give help and advice where required and it was a relaxed environment.’

Andrew came to the academy unsure of the route he wanted to take. He successfully completed the 5-week machine operating program and is now working full time at Alpha Engineering.

Andy says ‘I have fully enjoyed my time at ACE Academy and would like to thank all the staff involved who have helped me to gain qualifications that have resulted in me becoming employed.’

Antony joined the welding academy as he was looking for support with gaining full time employment. Following a successful program, he has gained full time employment at CDS Airtek.

Antony says ‘I was initially apprehensive about what the course would entail however after the first day I felt completely at ease. I was able to learn at my own speed and any problems I had were quickly solved. I am very happy with my progress and I have to say this is one of the best things I have ever done.’

Symon first came to the academy through a Mentoring Circles program run by the JCP. As a result of this, Symon discovered an enjoyment for welding and took part in our 5-week welding program.

Throughout the program, Symon’s confidence grew along with his standard of welding. He has now progressed to a higher level engineering college course through North Staffs Engineering Group. On completion of this course, he will progress on to  a Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship.

Michael joined the welding academy as he was looking for a route into full time employment. He had done some temporary work previously but was very keen to forge his way in a full time permanent role.

Following a successful 5-week program, Michael went on to gain a full time permanent job at PKD Precision Engineering

Sam joined the welding academy in order to learn new skills that would support him in gaining employment. Sam progressed really well throughout the 5-week program and we supported him to gain full time employment at Don-Bur.

Sam says ‘I found the course challenging however it suited my personality and ethic down to the ground. If you put the graft in, you see the results. It’s that simple. I CANNOT STRESS how grateful for Sara and Dave’s time and effort as without them I would still be chasing a job I do not want. They have provided me a career I will soak up and be successful in’.