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Thank you to everyone who applied to be a mentor or mentee on the WiSA Mentoring Programme 2025! Applications are now closed for this year, however, if you would be interested in getting involved in other WiSA initiatives or future Mentoring Programmes, please sign up to our mailing list: https://lnkd.in/e-s-vvXc WiSA is very grateful to Crown Estate Scotland for their sponsorship of this impactful programme and we look forward to hearing the success stories from this year's cohort! #DiversityMakesUsWiSA #Mentoring #WomenInAquaculture Lantra Scotland | Lantra

THE LAND-BASED SECTOR IS WAITING! To mark the start of National Careers Week 2025, we are launching our new careers film! Whether you're a high-climber, deep-diver, or big-thinker, there is a career in the land-based and environment sector for you! From agriculture and farming, arboriculture and forestry, and aquaculture; the sector offers a wide range of opportunities and career paths for people of all skills and backgrounds. Whether you are a school or college leaver, someone looking to take a stride into a new career, or someone who is looking to develop new skills: A job like no other, the land-based sector is waiting for you! Get started today, explore more about jobs and careers in the sector by heading to: https://lnkd.in/e2XPbVPU

The Rochester Bridge Trust have recently launched a bursary to support professionals in the bridges community to undertake their certification through the Bridge Inspector Certification Scheme. Offered by the Rochester Bridge Trust, the bursary provides £400 towards the cost of the Bridge Inspector Certification Scheme, which is operated by Lantra. You can find out more about the scheme, including details on how to apply, here: https://lnkd.in/ebmCVMDw

How Emily's mentoring experience led to a career with Mowi Scotland 🌊 Emily Hill graduated from the Scottish Association for Marine Science with a BSc in Marine Science with Arctic Studies, then studied for two years at the Norwegian University for Science and Technology, gaining an MSc in Environmental Toxicology. Having experienced the opportunities available in the aquaculture industry whilst living in Norway, when Emily returned to the west coast of Scotland, she knew she wanted a career in aquaculture, but wasn't sure where to start. She was given the opportunity to join the WiSA mentoring programme and was paired with Donald Waring, Learning and Development Manager. Donald helped Emily map out her skills and passions, and following a course in Environmental Management, she secured a job in the environmental side of aquaculture less than 12 months later. Even if you're not sure where you want to go within the aquaculture sector, mentoring is still for you! Gain clarity, create a plan and be inspired. Apply by midnight tonight for your space on the mentoring programme! https://lnkd.in/eQ4aH9Dx #DiversityMakesUsWiSA #WomenInAquaculture #Mentoring Crown Estate Scotland | Lantra Scotland | Lantra

Thinking of hiring an apprentice, but unsure of the things you should be looking out for as an employer? We know from our research that hiring an apprentice can be challenging for an employer, especially if they have never recruited and employed an apprentice before. With this in mind, we have pulled together 3 top tips to consider when hiring an apprentice: 1️⃣ Get the Apprenticeship Agreement Right: Ensure you have a valid Apprenticeship Agreement in place. This agreement should cover the specific trade or occupation for which the apprentice is being trained and is crucial for eligibility for Apprenticeship Levy funding in England and Wales. 2️⃣ Recruit Carefully: Treat the recruitment process for apprentices as seriously as you would for any other employee. This includes conducting thorough interviews and obtaining references to ensure the candidate is a good fit for your organisation. 3️⃣ Provide Mentoring and Support: Set up internal mentoring structures to support your apprentice. Pairing them with a buddy or mentor can help them integrate into the team, build confidence, and develop their skills effectively. Hiring an apprentice can bring a wealth of benefits to your business. Find out more about apprenticeships here: https://lnkd.in/es4GhCzU

During National Apprenticeship Week, we published our interim findings from the research Lantra are undertaking in partnership with the British Association of Landscape Industries The research is exploring barriers to bringing new entrants into the landscaping sector. We can now share that 80% of respondents expect to hire staff within the next 12 months; 68% expect to do so within the next six months. More than half of those expecting to hire staff believe the positions might be suitable for an apprentice. 6 in 10 would like to know more about how funding works when employing an apprentice and 5 in 10 want to know how apprenticeships work. 80% of respondents said it was difficult to recruit an apprentice with 16% saying it was very difficult. The project is now moving into it's second phase, seeing a series of focus groups take place to discuss the experiences and challenges landscaping businesses face, in more depth. If you would like to be involved in the focus groups - get in touch with us via email: research@lantra.co.uk Read more about the interim findings here: https://lnkd.in/exnqFVUM

Where do you want to be in 9 months? Take the plunge with mentoring! If you’re a woman in aquaculture, navigating your early career or looking to take the next step, there is an amazing opportunity to get ahead. The WiSA Mentoring Programme connects women in the sector with experienced professionals who can offer: ✅ Guidance to help you navigate challenges ✅ Connections to open new doors in the sector ✅ Confidence to step into bigger opportunities This fully funded programme (thanks to Crown Estate Scotland) can accelerate your career growth with the right support to help you thrive. Imagine looking back a year from now - what could be different if you had the right mentor? Limited places are available, and applications close this Friday, 28 February. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eQ4aH9Dx #DiversityMakesUsWiSA #AquacultureCareers #Mentoring Crown Estate Scotland | Lantra Scotland | Lantra

*Deadline extended* The WiSA Mentoring Programme application deadline has been extended until this Friday, 28 February. We are looking for mentees and mentors so don’t miss out on the chance to enhance your career with a unique experience, either benefiting from the guidance of an established professional, or the gift of helping another’s career progression. Don’t delay – submit your application! https://lnkd.in/eQ4aH9Dx #DiversityMakesUsWiSA #AquacultureCareers #Mentoring Crown Estate Scotland | Lantra Scotland | Lantra

There are only a few days left to apply to the Women in Scottish Aquaculture Mentorship scheme for 2025 Make sure you don't miss out on the opportunity of being part of the programme and the benefits it can bring to your career! The WiSA Mentoring Programme is fully funded, by Crown Estate Scotland, and designed to connect you with experienced professionals who want to help you succeed. 🗓 Applications close 24 February - secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/eU44qTQZ #Aquaculture #Mentoring #CareerDevelopment Lantra Scotland

Did you know Lantra manages the National Highway Sector Schemes (NHSS) covering temporary traffic management, and fencing, including vehicle restrain systems, assuring high standards of safety and practice across the UK's road network? Wilbar Associates Ltd, one of Lantra's NHSS Training Centres, provided feedback on working with Lantra: "Lantra has a great access to train the trainer scheduling and a far above average customer service experience, with an effective stream of communication. Regularly, most of our issues/queries are resolved within 24 hours. "Submission processes and requirements are smooth and un-intrusive, and lead to a very positive, and rapid turnaround time with processing. I believe that other awarding organisations could learn a lot by following the practices enforced by Lantra. "Course quality and standardisation is excellent, whilst also offering a superb range of courses within the Lantra catalogue." You can find out more about National Highway Sector Schemes on our website: https://bit.ly/LantraNHSS