WAES Careers Week 2026 inspired adult learners to explore careers, build skills, and gain support from professionals and alumni. #NCW2026
For more photos and to find out who came to visit us read the full story here -https://f.mtr.cool/pcjozxtmst
Inspired by Oksana?
Our ESOL courses at WAES help you build confidence in speaking, listening, reading & writing. Applications are open for April 2026!
Click here to find out more and to apply - https://f.mtr.cool/fqkmoqkpgo
A great day at the WAES #Community #Partner #Forum 2026 at our Lisson Grove Centre.
For more photos and to read the full story click the link -
https://f.mtr.cool/depolpouqk
#WAES #CommunityPartners #Westminster
We were delighted to welcome representatives from SecurityHQ to a digital careers session for our Full Stack Bootcamp and AWS re/start learners this week.
Read more about the event here - https://f.mtr.cool/gmketsmwtn
Our Celebration of #Apprenticeships and #AwardsCeremony took place at the Linbury Theatre.
Read more about the event here - https://f.mtr.cool/helmvizixl
#NAW2026 #NationalApprenticeshipWeek
Marianne Johnson — Level 3 LIAS Apprentice at the #BritishFilmInstitute
“I’m working full-time and gaining practical experience while building skills and confidence in library and archive services.”
Read Marianne’s full story here — https://f.mtr.cool/eyjqscxtsv
Chip Skingley - Level 3 Museums & Galleries Technician Apprentice at #NorfolkMuseumServices
“i've gained hands on experience across exhibitions; collections care and working with different teams across multiple museums."
Read his story here - https://f.mtr.cool/pgcxcaorxg
“Our apprentices are doing exceptionally well, growing in confidence and developing a strong understanding of their roles and the wider #heritagesector.” - Dave Jones - Early Careers Manager, #HistoricRoyalPalaces
Read the full quote here - https://f.mtr.cool/thzivphprq
Apprenticeships build #realskills, fresh ideas, and confident, job-ready talent. #NAW2026
Partner with us or explore our apprenticeship vacancies - https://f.mtr.cool/vnmdwcwkwo
Photos from last year’s #NAW celebration and intro session — proof that learning+success = happy faces
Merry Christmas!
Photo: The winning design from our Christmas Card Competition.
“This design was inspired by techniques I learnt during my time studying the Level 3 UAL Graphic Design course, applied to the theme of Christmas in Westminster.” - WAES Learner Syeda
Exciting news from WAES! 🌱
We’ve opened the Green Skills Innovation Centre – a hub for hands-on learning in sustainability and green technologies.
📽 Watch the ribbon-cutting and read the full story here: www.waes.ac.uk/news/2025/12...
#GreenSkills #LifelongLearning #LondonSkills #Sustainability
Thank You to Everyone Who Made WAES #CareersWeek & #HigherEducation Fair 2025 a Success! Together, you helped open doors to new opportunities, skills, and pathways.
Read the full story here - https://www.waes.ac.uk/news/2025/11/waes-careers-week-and-he-fair-november-2025/
#Lifelonglearning
Crunching numbers, solving puzzles, and building confidence! What a great week! 💪🧩 #NumberConfidenceWeek #NationalNumeracy @nationalnumeracy.bsky.social
UAL Level 2 Art & Design Diploma (Graphic Design)
www.waes.ac.uk/testimonial/fathima-shyan-haniffa/
“I’ve gained the skills to run my own fashion brand and earned a place to study Fashion Design & Development at the #LondonCollegeofFashion.”
#GetTheNationLearningWeek @learnworkuk.bsky.social
Kam Keung Bruce Tse- Retrofit Advisor and Domestic Energy Assessor Bootcamp #GetTheNationLearningWeek
“This course equipped me for a career in retrofit and sustainability. I now use my knowledge to help my community improve energy efficiency and cut bills.
@learnworkuk.bsky.social
Angie Lizbeth - GCSE English and Maths #GetTheNationLearningWeek
https://www.waes.ac.uk/testimonial/angie-lizbeth/
"WAES helped me discover my love for learning, from GCSEs & an Access Course to a Tate apprenticeship, & finally graduating from Cambridge."
@learnworkuk.bsky.social
We’re excited to kick off #GetTheNationLearningWeek from 3–7 November! During the week, we’ll be sharing inspiring stories from our alumni and current learners to showcase the incredible impact of lifelong learning #jointhemovement
@learnworkuk.bsky.social
📣 NEW: Post-pandemic leap in lifelong learning appears over as national survey finds freefalling participation rates.
The results of the Adult Participation in Learning Survey 2025 are in – find out more in our short animation and in this thread. 🧵⬇️
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Syed Ahmed - Level 3 Graphic Design #GetTheNationLearningWeek
https://www.waes.ac.uk/testimonial/syed-ahmed/
"Support from my tutors and the careers team gave me the confidence and skills to explore different media, leading to the creation of my agency, COT Group Ltd."
@learnworkuk.bsky.social
Wear It Pink Day 2025! 💖
#WAES staff and learners proudly took part in #WearItPink in support of @breastcancernow 🎀
We loved seeing everyone dressed in pink and using the fun props provided all for a great cause! 💗
#BreastCancerNow
Photos from our first activity for #GetOnlineWeek2025, organised by @citywestminster.bsky.social and hosted by us! Thanks to Softcat for their engaging AI workshop.
Read more about it here: https://www.waes.ac.uk/news/2025/10/get-online-week-2025/
#DigitalInclusion #Community #Partnership
At WAES, we’re proud to celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth2025 by bringing this year’s theme – “Standing Firm in Power and Pride” – into the classroom.
Read more here: https://www.waes.ac.uk/news/2025/10/celebrating-black-history-month-2025/
#BHM2025 #InclusionInEducation
Join us for an interactive Introduction to #GreenSkills session!
📍 Lisson Grove Centre NW8 8LW
🕥 10:30 am–12:00 pm
✅ Free to attend & open to all interested in the #greensector - secure your place today via Eventbrite. https://www.waes.ac.uk/events/introduction-to-green-skills-october-09-2025/
👖 In support of the genetic conditions community, we rocked our jeans for #JeansforGenes! Every pair makes a difference 💙 #GeneticConditionsAwareness #WearJeansChangeLives
This photo features a model for Mengeh Sinyan, a finalist in Wordskills UK's SFX Makeup and Hair for Film and TV. Read the full story on our website. Let us prepare you for a future full of achievements. #ApplyNow https://www.waes.ac.uk/courses/cat/hmu/hairdressing-barbering-media-makeup/
Study GCSE Maths & English at WAES with full support every step of the way! 📚 Let’s reach your goals together! #GCSE #WAES #AdultLearning #SupportEveryStep
Apply now on our website
English - https://www.waes.ac.uk/courses/cat/eml/english/
Maths - https://www.waes.ac.uk/courses/cat/eml/maths/
Before joining the AWS re/start programme at WAES, Computer Science graduate Bileh struggled to break into tech. Now, he’s confident in his skills and on track for a remote or hybrid tech role, all while enjoying more time with loved ones.
#Applynow - https://www.waes.ac.uk/courses/cat/dco/
Enrolment is now open! Browse our website to discover a course that suits you and apply online today. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out #applynow -
https://www.waes.ac.uk/news/2025/08/enrolment-opens-for-september-2025/
Step into the future with Digital Skills and Computing courses at WAES! Whether you're just starting out or ready to dive into Cyber Security,Computer Aided Design and more we’ve got a course to match your goals.
Apply now via our website - https://www.waes.ac.uk/courses/cat/dco/
