Derwentside College

30/05/2026

📢 We’re hiring!

Derwentside College is looking for an experienced and passionate Quality and Teaching Manager to join our team.

📍 Permanent, Full-Time
💷 £42,149 per annum
📅 Closing Date: Sunday 07 June 2026

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated education professional to help drive excellence in teaching, learning and quality improvement across the College.

Find out more and apply today: https://ow.ly/PRHK50YZvp8

29/05/2026

🚨 Apprenticeship Opportunities 🚨

We have 3 fantastic apprenticeship opportunities available with two local engineering employers! 🔧⚙️

👉 Pinnacle Re-Tec is looking to hire: • 2 Engineering Fitters

👉 KC Engineering Bearings is looking to hire: • 1 Machining Technician

With full support from the employers, these are brilliant opportunities for anyone looking to start a career in engineering and gain hands-on industry experience. 💡

If you’re ready to take the first step into the engineering sector, apply now via our website:

🌐 Visit our website: https://www.derwentside.ac.uk/apprenticeships-vacancies/

📅 Closing date for applications: Tomorrow, Saturday 30th May at 5.00pm

29/05/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring | Training Consultant in Residential Childcare 🚨

Join the team at Derwentside College and help shape the future workforce in residential childcare.

📍 Location: Derwentside College (regional travel required)
🕒 Contract: Temporary, Full-Time (35 hours per week)
💷 Salary: Up to £29,587 per annum
📅 Closing Date: Wednesday 10 June 2026

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about training, development, and supporting excellence in residential childcare practice.

If you’re ready to make a real impact and inspire the next generation of childcare professionals, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now: https://ow.ly/PvgO50Z5wgI

29/05/2026

We love seeing the success of our apprentices and the impact they go on to make within industry.

A proud full-circle moment for Jack at Hewitson Limited — their very first apprentice with us is now progressing towards a management role after 5 successful years with the company.

Jack’s journey highlights the real value of apprenticeships: creating opportunities for individuals to develop skills, grow in confidence, and build long-term careers within their chosen industry.

We’re proud to have played a part in Jack’s development and look forward to seeing what the future holds for him at Hewitson Limited.

Congratulations Jack — a fantastic achievement! 🌟

A proud full-circle moment for the team at Hewitson Limited.

Jack was our very first apprentice to join us through Derwentside College, and after a successful 5 years with the company, he is now on track to progress into a management role.

His journey is a great example of how apprenticeships can create real career opportunities, helping individuals grow, develop their skills, and build long-term careers within the industry. We’re proud to have supported his progression and look forward to seeing what’s next for him at Hewitson Limited. Great work Jack!

29/05/2026

🌟 “The Recruitment Academy gave me the confidence and understanding I needed to succeed.” – Sam, former Academy learner and now a Detention Custody Officer with Serco.

Could you be next? 👇

The Serco Recruitment Academy, delivered in partnership with Derwentside College, is designed to prepare you for a successful and rewarding career as a Detention Custody Officer.

Sam completed the Academy and has now progressed into employment with Serco, building confidence, developing new skills and gaining valuable insight into the role and the detention sector.

📅 Academy starts Monday 15 June
📍 Imperial Hotel, Front St, Stanley, DH9 0HU
🕘 Monday–Friday | 9:30am–2:30pm for 2 weeks

This is more than just training — it’s a pathway into a long-term career.

Learn more - www.derwentside.ac.uk/adult-learning/recruitment-academies/serco-recruitment-academy-15-june-2026/

28/05/2026

Thank you to Hewitson Limited for hosting their Apprenticeship Recruitment Event with Derwentside College.

We truly appreciate your time and support and look forward to continuing to work together to inspire the next generation of talent.

26/05/2026

🚨 Apprenticeship Opportunities 🚨

We have 3 fantastic apprenticeship opportunities available with two local engineering employers! 🔧⚙️

👉 Pinnacle Re-Tec is looking to hire: • 2 Engineering Fitters

👉 KC Engineering Bearings is looking to hire: • 1 Machining Technician

With full support from the employers, these are brilliant opportunities for anyone looking to start a career in engineering and gain hands-on industry experience. 💡

If you’re ready to take the first step into the engineering sector, apply now via our website:

🌐 Visit our website: https://www.derwentside.ac.uk/apprenticeships-vacancies/