Carlisle College

03/06/2026

Ready to build your future? - Starting in September 2026

We have various opportunities available across Cumbria with well established construction companies giving you expert training and hands on experience from industry professionals.

To find out more and apply, Follow the link below ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://www.carlisle.ac.uk/vacancies/bricklaying-apprentice-level-2-multiple-opportunities-available/

03/06/2026

From student to professional 🎥✨
Tilda studied with us and is now working locally at Quokka Media Group. Tilda recently came back to campus to catch up with her tutor and film new content.
Seeing our students come full circle like this is what it’s all about 💛

03/06/2026

Start Your Career in Welding – September 2026 Intake!

Ready to build a hands-on career with real skills and real prospects? Our Welding Apprenticeship starting September 2026 offers paid training, industry-recognised qualifications, and the chance to learn from experienced professionals.

If you enjoy practical work, problem-solving, and want a future in engineering this could be for you.

To find out more and register your interest
follow the link below ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://www.carlisle.ac.uk/courses/welding-apprenticeship/

03/06/2026

Level 1 Catering & Hospitality learners have been on a foraging trip with Jordan McKeating from Wild Food and Foraging UK this week. They learned about edible and toxic plants that grow in the wild. This can spark menu innovation whilst encouraging a sustainable approach to cooking.

02/06/2026

Student & Co is getting an upgrade!

A brand new bean-to-cup coffee machine has arrived

Freshly ground coffee, steamed milk, and plenty of opportunities for our students to build their barista skills using professional equipment.

Safe to say the coffee runs are about to get a lot better

01/06/2026

🏅 We would like to say a huge well done to our Principal Sarah McGrath on completing the Great Manchester half marathon yesterday! 🏅

Sarah raised over £600 for Alzheimer's Society and completed the race in 2 hours 7 minutes🏃‍♀️💪

29/05/2026

NXT Recruitment is a proactive and people focused recruitment agency based in Carlisle and they are looking for an apprentice to join their team.
To apply and find out more, follow the link below ⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://www.carlisle.ac.uk/vacancies/business-administration-nxt-recruitment/

26/05/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Richard! 🎉

Over the past two years, Richard has been working hard on our Adult Supported Learning Catering and Hospitality course, developing valuable skills that have supported his success in the workplace.

We’re incredibly proud to see his dedication pay off in his role at Hartnell’s Café in Lockerbie. A fantastic achievement and a great example of how our adult learning programmes help learners build confidence, skills and real-world success.

Well done, Richard - we wish you every continued success! 👏

First job at 64: The cafe breaking barriers for adults with learning disabilities

https://www.itv.com/news/border/2026-05-14/cafe-employing-adults-with-learning-disabilities-up-for-second-award

22/05/2026

🎭✨ Another fabulous performance from our Foundation Learning students! ✨🎶

This year’s annual drama and music production, Operation: Save Starlisle, was a huge success. Our students showed incredible confidence, creativity and teamwork, bringing the story to life through music, drama and performance.

We’re so proud of everyone involved – a brilliant celebration of hard work and personal achievement. 👏