Cheshire College Lecturer and Liverpool Hair Expert Named Finalist at UK Hair and Beauty Awards
A leading Liverpool hair expert and lecturer at Cheshire College – South & West has been named a finalist at one of the UK’s most prestigious industry events. Andrew Joseph Manion, a specialist colourist and founder of AJM Hair Liverpool, has been shortlisted for Hair Colour Specialist of the Year 2026 at the UK Hair and Beauty […]
Cheshire College to Host Free Community Fun Day Across All Campuses
Cheshire College – South & West is set to welcome families and residents from across the region to its highly anticipated Community Fun Day on Saturday, 9 May 2026, from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Taking place simultaneously across all three campuses in Chester, Crewe and Ellesmere Port, the event is free to attend and will offer a range of activities for visitors of all […]
Cheshire College and ECITB Launch New Programme Linking Unemployed Adults to Engineering Jobs
Cheshire College – South & West, in partnership with the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB), has launched a new fully funded Work Ready programme, creating a direct route for unemployed adults into engineering construction careers, with accredited training and guaranteed job interviews on completion. The 14-week programme is aimed at individuals aged 19 and over who are currently unemployed and looking to re-enter the […]
Cheshire College Wins ‘College Initiative of the Year’ for Sustainable House Project
Cheshire College – South & West is celebrating a major national achievement after winning ‘College Initiative of the Year’ at the Aico Community Awards 2026, held on 16 April at ICC Birmingham. The award recognises the College’s pioneering Sustainable House project at its Ellesmere Port Campus, which is transforming how students learn about modern construction and sustainable technologies. Used as […]
Hospitality Students Take Part in Hospitality Experience at Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa
Hospitality students from Cheshire College – South & West recently visited Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa, one of Cheshire’s leading country house hotels, for a hands-on experience in the hospitality industry. The visit provided learners with practical insight into both front-of-house and kitchen operations, as well as an opportunity to explore career pathways in luxury hospitality. During […]
Cheshire College Student Crowned “The Strongest” in National AoC Sport Competition
A student from Cheshire College – South & West has been crowned the UK’s strongest college athlete after a dominant performance in a national strength competition run by AoC Sport. Troy, who studies at the College’s Ellesmere Port campus, secured the title at The Strongest 2026—a nationwide contest designed to identify and celebrate the most powerful student athletes […]
Hospitality Students Welcome Leading Employers for Industry Networking Dinner
Hospitality students at Cheshire College – South & West welcomed leading employers from across the region for an industry dinner aimed at strengthening links between education and the hospitality sector. The event, planned and delivered entirely by students, brought together over 60 industry professionals for an evening of networking, collaboration and fine dining. Representatives attended from organisations including Rookery Hall, The Mere Golf Resort & Spa, Titanic Hotel […]
RAF Visit Highlights Growing Cyber Career Pathways for Cheshire College Students
Future cyber professionals at Cheshire College – South & West were given exclusive insight into careers at the forefront of UK defence when Royal Air Force digital specialists visited the Chester Campus. Sergeant Joe Roberts, from RAF Digital’s Cyberspace Profession Strategic Development team, spoke about the growing importance of cyber operations and the role digital […]
Celebrating Apprentices and Employers at Biggest-Ever Apprenticeship & Skills Awards
Cheshire College – South & West proudly celebrated the achievements of exceptional apprentices and employer partners at its 2026 Apprenticeship & Skills Awards, marking a major milestone during National Apprenticeship Week. Held at the College’s Ellesmere Port Campus, the event brought together employers, apprentices, partners and stakeholders from across the region to recognise excellence across a wide […]
Thanking Employer Partners for Apprenticeship Week
Cheshire College – South & West has been celebrating National Apprenticeship Week by showing appreciation to its employer partners, delivering staffroom hampers as a thank you for their ongoing support in developing the next generation of skilled professionals. The College’s employer engagement team visited local businesses and partner organisations across Cheshire, presenting hampers as a gesture of […]