His Royal Highness Prince Charles came to visit Merthyr Tydfil to help celebrate The Prince’s Trust 40th Anniversary. The event was held at Central Beacons Mountain Rescue (CBMRT) in Dowlais. Taking part in this event was learners from both our Merthyr Tydfil and Pontypridd Prince’s Trust Teams. It was a bright and sunny day for our teams…
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Employer’s have their say!
It’s time for host employers to have their say! Employer Voice Survey 2016 taking place this month.
Prince’s Trust Team 6 Pontypridd head for the Beacons
It has been a busy action packed week for our Prince’s Trust Team 6 Pontypridd group of Learners, they have been in the very capable hands of Antur Outdoor Recreation, together with their Team Leaders Lee & Cerian, spending time in the fabulous Brecon Beacons National Park. Oh what a life! Here’s a selection of action shots…
McDonalds Merthyr sponsor Learner of the Month
Prince’s Trust Team 5 visit McDonalds in Merthyr Tydfil as our Sponsor for Leaner of the Month – Many Thanks!!
Charity of the Year Visit 2015
On Thursday evening 8th October 2015, the Team from Central Beacons Mountain Rescue were grateful to receive a visit from Paul Gray and the Managers of Tydfil Training. Paul, CEO of Tydfil Training presented the Team with a cheque for £1,700 which was raised by the staff over the period of a year following various activities…
Sponsored Head Shave
Last night Central Beacons held a head shave in support of Peter Howells (Central Beacons Chairman) (centre) who unfortunately has cancer. The group consisted of from top left to right Keith Ellis, Richard Terrell, Lee Faulkner, bottom row Kevin Windmill and Arthur Smith. With the exception of Keith (our own staff member) who collected from his…
Employment for two
We are delighted to announce that two of our Learners from Merthyr Tydfil, Charley Lambert (pictured) & Joel Braddock have successfully gained employment with a local mediation company through their Level 1 Traineeship Programme. Well done to you both and of course to Family Matters for working closely with us in partnership. May we wish you all, every…
Young Learners go “Geocaching”
What is Geocaching? Geocaching is an outdoor recreational activity, in which participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver or mobile device and other navigational techniques (maps) to hide and seek containers, called “geocaches” or “caches”, anywhere in the world. The day was organised by our Tutors including our very own volunteer member from the Central…
Three Work Ready Learners
Martin Downey Over the past 24 weeks I’ve been studying at Tydfil Training obtaining qualifications in Health & Safety Level 2, First Aid Level 2 and Manual Handling Level 2. I’ve started ICT and progressed through to ECDL Level 1 gaining knowledge via the tutors, who have been brilliant in giving me confidence in…
Top Marks for Learner in Merthyr Tydfil
For the first time in our recorded history, one of our learners Denise Bove from Merthyr Tydfil has completed her ECDL level two test and received a 100% pass in both parts of the test. A fantastic result, Well Done! “Before taking the test, I felt I would not pass as I felt very nervous knowing I had to pass both parts of the…
New Training Centre Opens in Pontypridd
From 1st June 2015 our Pontypridd Training Centre has been relocated to: Unit 7 Maritime Offices, Woodland Terrace, Maesycoed, Pontypridd. CF37 1DZ The new building has disabled access, large multimedia training rooms and excellent welfare facilities for learners. By Bus: There is a NAT bus (105) that…
Customers feedback from DWP proves a massive success
We would like to thank Job Centre Plus, Merthyr Tydfil for independently conducting a programme evaluation survey with customers who have taken part in various training programmes with Tydfil Training. As you will see from the comments below, customers felt that their time spent with Tydfil Training was beneficial and an enjoyable experience. We would also…
A message from Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team
One of our staff members who is also a Team Member of Central Beacons Mountain Rescue – Keith Ellis together with his daughter Rachel, successfully completed the Merthyr Tydfil’s half marathon to raise funds for the organisation in March 2015. Central Beacons Mountain Rescue Team posted “A massive well done to our team member Keith Ellis…
Pen-y-Fan Trek for Chosen Charity
This week, young Learners and Staff from Tydfil Training in Merthyr joined forces with Team Members from Central Beacon’s Mountain Rescue who dedicated their time to do some fundraising with a sponsored hike up to the highest point in the Brecon Beacons National Park, namely our one and only Pen-y-Fan. These young boys and girls,…
An Important day for Tydfil Training
Tydfil Training are delighted to announce that from today April 1st 2015, we are joining our new partners to form B-wbl, which delivers a wide range of Work Based Learning opportunities throughout South and Mid Wales through its contract with the Welsh Government. We are looking forward to close working relationships within the consortia of 10 which include colleges,…
Visit from Hugh Lewis AM & Gerald Jones Labour
Good to visit @TydfilTraining and @MTIBUK today with @GeraldJonesLAB. Two companies making a difference locally pic.twitter.com/TSoNHkhPpH — Huw Lewis (@HuwLewis) March 30, 2015
Food Hygiene Course hits the mark for Greenfield School
Following the recent delivery of our CIEH Food Hygiene Course for staff at Greenfield School in Merthyr Tydfil, we received the following message: “I Just wanted to say a big thank you from staff as they said the training was fantastic. They really enjoyed the day and wanted to pass on their thanks.” Rachel Faulkner Deputy Head…
Learners “Have Their Say”
During the month of January & February 2015, each learner within Tydfil Training will have the opportunity to complete a personal and confidential on-line questionnaire being conducted by MORI on behalf of the Welsh Government called “The Learner Voice Survey”. This annual learner satisfaction survey is part of the responsiveness element of the Quality and Effectiveness Framework and helps us and…
Children in Need 2014 at Tydfil Training
Staff & Learners have been flat out over the past week with a host of activities to gain funds for this year’s BBC Children in Need 2014. There’s been a sponsored bike ride where everyone has peddled, a luxury Christmas hamper, a raffle including gifts like LCD Tv’s etc. We’re busy getting all the sponsorship/donations in,…
Young Learners Visit the Senedd
Our Traineeship learners from Tydfil Training were invited to attend the Senedd in Cardiff to form part of a Skills Academy Wales consortium wide visit during September. It was an excellent turn out with approximately 30-35 learners in attendance. After going through security, everyone had the opportunity to walk around the old debating chamber building and then even…
Learners set to scare on Halloween
We have heard reports through the grapevine, that our Learners are planning a sneaky scare for us all at Tydfil Training, by joining in with the festivities on “All Hallows’ Eve” this coming 31st October 2014. Staff are looking forward to seeing what Ghastly Ghouls, Viscous Vampires or Weary Werewolves will be lurking around the corner – We can’t…
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Sponsorship for a local Snooker Player
Tydfil Training are delighted to sponsor a local young Snooker Player by the name of Daniel Williams from Merthyr Tydfil. We’d like to wish him every success for the future! My name is Daniel Williams, I started playing snooker when I was 8 years old and I’m now 17, I’m currently studying at Merthyr College. I…
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Evolve Exemplar Employer Status 2014
We are delighted to have been awarded the Evolve Exemplar Employer Status 2014 which recognises organisations that demonstrate examples of best practice in their commitment and implementation of equitable and flexible working practices, and who have fostered an environment which has resulted in a positive impact on employees and the business as a whole. Please…
“Thank you! as you helped me save someone’s life today”
Dear Tydfil Training, The First Aid course was amazing!!! We couldn’t of had a better instructor! As I left the course and got to the bottom of the street, an elderly lady who was in her 80’s had tripped and landed on her face! She was bleeding very badly, so I ran over to help her and if it…
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Healthy Eating Day 2014
To promote a healthy lifestyle, on Wednesday 13 August 2014 there’s no need to bring your lunch with you or nip down to town to buy that burger & chips you fancy – We will be providing all of our learners and staff an ample supply of healthy snacks to get you through the day, compliments of Tydfil Training – Enjoy!
Staff dress down for chosen charity – Central Beacons Mountain Rescue
It was announced this week that all staff at Tydfil Training would be allowed to come to work on the last Friday of every month in a “Dressed Down” casual manner provided they agree to pay a “fine” by senior management for a chosen charity of their choice. Following a ballot conducted last week, each staff member was given…
Are there any artists among you?!
Merthyr and the Valleys MIND are holding an Art Competition, as part of our celebration of World Mental Health Day 2014, which is being held on Thursday October 9th at Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre. In order to be in with a chance of winning £300, you will need to produce an A4 outline of a contemporary…
Well Done Corrina! from Rehab Job-Fit
I have been unemployed for over a year with no success as to finding a job, when I was referred to Tydfil Training as part of the Rehab Job-Fit Work Programme. I was really low in mood and had lost confidence within myself due to never being out of work and was really struggling to find employment. I was…
Careers Wales “Moving On” Event
Tydfil Training’s stand at the Careers “Moving On” Event in Porth Plaza on Thursday 12th June 2014. (left to right) Wayne Barry Employment Liaison Officer, Karen Roberts Learning Support Coach, Lewis Street Employment Liaison Officer.
Heart FM
Fay & Dean from Tydfil Training Merthyr promoting the new Radio Station for South Wales – Heart FM. #HeartMyMug
Keep Wales Tidy
Three people from Tydfil Training in Merthyr braved the amber weather warning for two hours, improving a footpath. Shears, loppers and bow saws were used to clear the overhanging bushes and three bags of litter were removed. Thanks to MTCBC’s Tidy Towns team for getting rid of the rubbish.
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Tydfil Training raise bumper funds for Children in Need
CHILDREN in Need may have come and gone, but one Merthyr Tydfil group are still celebrating a bumper fundraising haul. Tydfil Training have raised £1,300 by doing a 10k trek involving dedicated staff members getting sponsorship and walking in the cold, chilly breeze on their day off. There was also a cake bake-off courtesy of Sir…
First Minister visits Tydfil Training
Wales On-Line Feb 2011 LABOUR pledged to create 4,000 jobs placements a year to ensure there will be no “lost generation” in Wales as the nation struggles with the impact of the recession and public spending cuts. The Welsh Jobs Fund promises to offer “a real job” to the hardest-hit young people who are struggling to…