Deciding what to do when you leave school or college can be tough. Do you go to university and get a degree or choose an apprenticeship and get to earn while you learn? Let’s explore which route could be best for you with Kaye from Umbrella Training.

It seems like a long time ago now that I sat anxiously completing and then waiting for my GCSE results. There seemed to be so much pressure about ensuring I got the highest grade possible before automatically assuming I would make my way to college and academic further education, because that was the only route that seemed available to me then.

The Festival of Apprenticeships is a roadshow exhibition promoting and celebrating all things apprenticeships, with a huge range of industries represented and guest speakers taking the stage throughout the day, including our very own Selven Armoogum

Umbrella Training to attract students into hospitality apprenticeships with giant tech dome at Skills London 2022

Umbrella Training is launching a new culinary school to provide apprentices with access to a professional kitchen environment and further learning and development opportunities.

Launching this month, the Umbrella Training Culinary School will be based at Lakefield Hospitality College in London, and will host a series of apprenticeship clubs and masterclasses where aspiring chefs can develop their skills and knowledge alongside a 12-month apprenticeship programme.

A small independent vegan bakery in Kent who has big ideas on how to develop and grow their staff members and embrace apprenticeships.

”Whilst a highly qualified person may be able to work independently sooner, an apprentice is often more trainable as they are getting their qualification on the job. As a small business, hiring an apprentice fits in with our budget and there is less risk if we have a period of lower sales. “

The second edition of the Inside Hospitality Survey was conducted between November 2021 and February 2022, capturing the views and experiences from 1016 hospitality workers, from all backgrounds and career levels.

The launch took place OXO Tower Restaurant, Bar and Brasserie, as a breakfast briefing joined by allies, partners, supporters, friends, and other industry leaders.

This World Creativity and Innovation Day, Umbrella Training would like to raise awareness of the importance #creativity and #innovation play in #further #education with #apprenticeships, #career #development and #job creation.

We believe creativity is great for grabbing attention, enhancing engagement and interaction across our whole business, from our learning materials to our marketing and events.

On 12 May, Umbrella Training’s CEO and Founder Adele Oxberry will be speaking at The Caterer #PeopleSummit at 30 Euston Square. The pandemic has changed the sector significantly for operators and staff.

Hi I am Beth, I work at Cooling Castle Barn and I am currently training to be a wedding coordinator.

I chose to do an apprenticeship because I believe it is a great stepping stone for my future career.

I chose to take the Hospitality Manager Level 4 apprenticeship for three main reasons: it will enable me to work within an industry that I am passionate about; the programme will allow me to learn a huge amount whilst developing new skills and qualities; Umbrella Training is an organization that has a brilliant reputation and I feel very proud being a part of their team.

I always had a natural passion for training people so I knocked on doors until I got a job in L&D and I straight away knew this is what I want to do. I haven't got a foundational education in L&D so I thought an apprenticeship is the best opportunity to back up my experiences with more knowledge, improve my skills and achieve even more in my field.

At Iconic Luxury Hotels we have identified that apprenticeships have provided a certain degree of flexibility within our team in relation to recruitment and retention.

The nature of the apprenticeships has assisted in staffing and supported our succession planning model.

Leaders can be defined by their ability to inspire others to achieve a collective goal.

Viktorija Micke choses to inspire others through leading by example. Currently working as Assistant Executive Housekeeper at The Dorchester Hotel, Viktorija is completing her L5 Operations Department Manager Apprenticeship in August 2022.

My name is Selven Armoogum. I have developed an early interest in hospitality in Mauritius where I am from. I am a husband, father and currently a Learning Consultant at Umbrella Training and have over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry.

Did you know the U.K. Government has extended the £3,000 incentive payment for hiring a new apprentice until the end of January 2022?