NWSLC's full time prospectus for 2024

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A WELCOME

FROM OUR PRINCIPAL This a hugely exciting time for you and your families as you start to think about your next steps after GCSEs and plan your journey towards your future careers. It is also an exciting time for the college as we prepare to welcome you to our campuses where many of the facilities are brand new or have been refurbished to meet the needs of a 21st century college experience.

Students joining the college at the start of the next academic year will be the first to benefit from new engineering workshops at our Nuneaton Campus, and dedicated specialist training hubs for T Levels in healthcare, childcare, business, and digital skills across our Nuneaton and Wigston Campuses. We have already refurbished dedicated facilities for our home-educated students and those who join us on the Inspire programme.

We also look forward to opening our brandnew restaurant and bistro and launching an improved learning offer to include higher education options in our new Nuneaton town centre campus which is part of the new Grayson Place development. Both of our college nurseries, which are open to the children of

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ABOUT THE COLLEGE

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Our Campuses

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How to Get to Us!

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Why Study at NWSLC?

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our staff and students, secured strong Ofsted ‘Good’ judgements last year and our Nuneaton nursery Wise Owls has recently moved to another much improved facility within the college. We continue to invest in the learning and training facilities needed to meet the needs of the rapidly changing world of employment that is creating demand for new and exciting careers as we respond to the climate crisis agenda.

With this in mind, our campus improvements include the installation of LED lighting, solar panels, better insulation, and the introduction of air source heat pumps.

Getting the right training and developing the skills that employers require has never been more important. Coming to college means that you will give yourself the very best chance of securing jobs and careers in the industrial sectors that are set to grow in the future.

We work closely with hundreds of employers and have huge experience of supporting our students to develop skills in high demand areas such as digital, engineering (particularly automotive engineering), construction, logistics

YOUR OPTIONS

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OUR COURSES

Your Options After School

14 Art & Design

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T Levels - Technical courses

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Industry placements

10 V Level - Vocational Courses

11 Apprenticeships 12 Next Steps

After College

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Automotive

20 Business 22 Childcare 24 Computing & Digital 26 Construction 28 Elective Home Education

Scan the QR code and get chatting with us online and health and care. We work in partnership with several universities and can help you to progress on to higher education giving you the fantastic option of staying at home and continuing your studies at the college or even combining them with your career.

You will be joining a very supportive staff and student community driven by the values of respect, honesty, and kindness. We pride ourselves on being innovative in helping you to develop the skills and knowledge for your future careers, and we are renowned nationally for our exciting use of skills competitions to push you to excel and enhance your CV. We want you to enjoy learning with us and to feel safe and supported along the way.

Whatever your starting point, we will do our very best to make sure that you have the knowledge, skills and support you need to progress. I very much look forward to seeing you soon and welcoming you into our college community.

Marion Plant OBE FCGI Principal and Chief Executive Officer

30 Engineering & 48 Make-Up Artistry Electrical 50 Media & Photography 32 Fashion & Textiles 52 Music

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JOINING US?

64 Student Support

34 Foundation Learning

54 Performing Arts

36 Games Design

66 Student Experience

56 Sports & Fitness

38 Graphic Design

58 Teaching 60 Travel & Tourism 62 Uniformed Services

68 Campus Life

40 Hairdressing 42 Health & Social Care 44 Hospitality & Catering 46 Interior Design

70 Going for Gold 72 Guardian Support 73 Schools’ Support 74 How to Apply 76 Key Events

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OUR CAMPUSES

We have seven campuses across Warwickshire and Leicestershire.

NUNEATON Hinckley Road, Nuneaton, CV11 6BH Nuneaton is our largest campus and home to a wide range of courses. It offers a great range of services that are open to the local community as well as students. These include The Salons, Sports and Fitness Centre, Wise Owls Nursery and Glebegate Restaurant.

MIRA TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE Eastern Avenue, Nuneaton, CV10 0UX Home to our specialist automotive courses, the MIRA Technology Institute (MTI) is a bespoke global skills centre located on the grounds of MIRA Technology Park. Created to satisfy an ever-increasing demand for specialist skills in the automotive sector, it is fitted out with industry specific technology and three fully equipped workshops, which include a 3D printer, vehicle lifts, CNC lathes and milling machines.

WIGSTON Blaby Road, South Wigston, LE18 4PH Home to a wide range of vocational courses, our Wigston Campus, is a community friendly campus, with great facilities.

It is home to a spa, beauty salons and hairdressing salons.

It also houses our film, TV and radio studios and our Construction and Engineering workshops.

It is also home to Wise Owls Nursery, which is open to staff and students.

Puma Way, Coventry, CV1 2TT Located on Coventry University’s Technology Park, this is our campus dedicated to all things digital. We offer courses and apprenticeships in a range of tech-focused areas including software development and cybersecurity.

HARROWBROOK Nuffield Road, Hinckley, LE10 3DT This campus simulates a real-life construction and logistics workplace including carpentry workshops, brick and block work area and painting and decorating bays. Located on the Harrowbrook Industrial Estate in Hinckley, it is home to both apprenticeships and full time courses.

CLEAR Bittesby House, Westland Way, Magna Park, Lutterworth, LE17 4JH The Centre for Logistics Education and Research (CLEAR) is home to specialist logistics courses, from planning and supply chain operations to engineering, business support, digital skills, plus much more.

HINCKLEY Lower Bond Street, Hinckley, LE10 1QU This specially-designed campus is a hub of creative energy! Our facilities are the very best in the local area, featuring high specification industry-standard equipment and technology, including kilns and pottery studios, film and gaming workspaces, a full photography studio, recording studios and a 200-seat theatre. It’s also home to our fashion and textiles machine and cutting rooms.

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HOW TO GET TO US! CAR

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Parking is available at all of our campuses. Please note space is limited at some campus locations.

There maybe a charge to park on campus.

There are a range of bus pass options available. Speak with our Student Support team to find out more.

TRAIN

We have two contract buses covering Oadby, Market Harborough, Lutterworth and Enderby to name just a few stops.

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Our Nuneaton, Hinckley and Wigston campuses are within easy walking distance from train stations, and rail cards are available to help you save money on rail fares.

BIKE Parking for bikes is available at all of our campuses. Please note space is limited at some campus locations.

For those studying at our

Wigston Campus

MARKET HARBOROUGH

HUSBANDS BOSWORTH

FINANCIAL HELP You may be eligible for a bus pass if you are on a full time course and live more than two miles from the campus you are studying at.

THE ROUTE TO YOUR FUTURE Wondering where our nearest campus is, or the quickest and cheapest way to get there? Use the QR code to find out!

NWSLC is an award-winning college, working with many local employers to make sure that you get the best experience to start a career in your chosen industry. We have great contacts with organisations including Jaguar Land Rover, Wincanton, Winvic the NHS and many more so we know what employers are looking for and can help you to get the skills they need.

While you will be expected to work hard, we also want you to enjoy your college experience.

Our Student Centres offer opportunities for some fun within our college community and you will benefit from opportunities to enjoy fascinating trips and visits, as well as taking part in fitness and sporting challenges or becoming an active member of our Students’ Union.

You may be eligible for support with the cost of transport, equipment, and meals in college.

See page 64 to find out more.

We strive to remain innovative and provide our students with the opportunity to work with industry-standard equipment and technology.

We have updated our facilities to enable us to deliver brand new T Levels including our new Digital labs, Newton Hospital Ward and industry designed Nursery. Our tutors join us after careers of their own in industry and they are keen to share their knowledge and experience with the next generation.

As a WorldSkills UK Centre of Excellence, we are always developing new and innovative course content and deliver world-class standards in skills development. Over the last year, 90 per cent* of our students progress on to higher education, apprenticeships, or employment.

Your health and wellbeing are always our priority. You will benefit from the support of our onsite counselling team and youth workers support services and can access wellbeing hubs at each of our campuses. *Figures taken from August 2023

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WHY STUDY AT NWSLC?

YOUR OPTIONS AFTER SCHOOL WHAT’S NEXT? You’ve finished your exams, and left school, so what’s next?

You have three options:

OPTION 1 - Stay in full-time education to study a V Level vocational courses such as Hairdressing or Construction T Level a technical level with an industry placement A Level an academic level across a broad subject OPTION 2 - Start an apprenticeship or traineeship OPTION 3 - Spend 20 hours or more a week working or volunteering while also studying part time

Got a career path in mind? Still not sure?

We have a great range of courses, designed to prepare you for work.

At NWSLC you have the option to study:

T Level and V Level qualifications, see page 9 onwards for subject areas available Start an apprenticeship or traineeship, see page 11

WHAT’S DOES NWSLC OFFER FULL-TIME COURSE ROUTE

APPRENTICESHIP ROUTE

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Full Degree

Honours Degree

Higher Apprenticeship

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Degree Year 2

Foundation Degree /Higher National Diploma

Higher Apprenticeship

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Degree Year 1

Higher National Certificate (HNC)/Level 4 Diploma

Higher Apprenticeship

3

A Levels and Access to Higher Education

Level 3 Diploma /NVQ/ T Levels

Advanced Apprenticeship

2

GCSEs A*-C/9-4

Level 2 Diploma /NVQ

Intermediate Apprenticeship

1

GCSEs below grade D/3

Level 1 Diploma /NVQ

ENTRY LEVEL

GCSEs below grade E/2

Entry Level /Foundation Learning Courses

EMPLOYMENT

COURSE LEVEL

QUALIFICATION LEVEL

T Levels are a new two-year qualification that you can follow as an alternative to A Levels, vocational qualifications, or an apprenticeship.

They bring classroom learning and industry experience together on a course that has been designed by and for businesses and employers.

What does a T Level consist of?

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Core theory, concepts and skills for an industry area

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Specialist skills and knowledge for an occupation or career

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Industry placement with an employer for a minimum of 315 hours over the two years

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Specialised teaching on certain modules to prepare you for your future career

What can I study?

EQUIVALENT TO 3 A LEVELS A T Level focuses on technical skills and can help you into skilled employment, higher study or apprenticeships.

INDUSTRY PLACEMENTS Relevant, meaningful placements that last at least 315 hours, giving you valuable experience in the workplace.

80% CLASSROOM 20% WORK Spend 80% of the course in the classroom, learning the skills that employers need. The other 20% is an industry placement, where you can put your skills into action.

Management and Administration Digital Support Services Health

Scan here to find out more about T Levels

Education and Childcare Electrical Installation Engineering and Manufacturing

INDUSTRY PLACEMENTS Preparing you for the world of work Students on all of our T Level courses at the college will take part in an industry placement. These are an ideal way to enhance your CV and help you to develop the skills that employers and industry are looking for.

What is an industry placement?

The benefits

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Experience of work in the industry of your choice, giving you a chance to see what a real career is like alongside your studies

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Build your confidence to be able to progress on to university, an apprenticeship or job

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Extended placements across your course

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Timetabled around your existing lessons

Give you a head start in deciding your future career path and an insight into your chosen industry

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College staff will monitor and support you when you are at your placement

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Develop your employability skills including communication, teamwork and problem solving skills

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Build a network of contacts within your chosen industry

Contact to a member of our team to find out more: ip@nwslc.ac.uk

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T LEVELS

V LEVEL - VOCATIONAL COURSES A Level 3 diploma is equivalent to three A Levels Depending on the subject you want to study, and the GCSE grades you gain, you could potentially jump straight on to a Level 3 course and move on to degree-level study later.

Always check the entry requirements for your dream university first.

Some courses require you to start at Level 1 For trade routes in subjects like construction, hairdressing and beauty therapy, electrical engineering, catering and hospitality, and motor vehicle, you may need to start at Level 1 if you have no previous experience. Do not let this discourage you! This makes sense because you have probably not had the opportunity to lay a brick, dye someone’s hair or cater for a large party of guests before. In some of these areas, our students move on to an apprenticeship where they can start earning money straight away. Others will secure employment after completing their Level 3 qualification.

I do not need good grades to get on to a Level 1 course This is not always the case; trade courses are becoming hugely popular, so it is important to make your application stand out. You can do this by gaining the best GCSE results you can, keeping your attendance up at school and getting a good teacher reference.

Remember to apply as soon as you can after starting Year 11.

How does a V Level differ to a T Level?

T Levels require you to complete an industry placement and there are set exams you must pass. V Levels also give you the opportunity to complete an industry placement but this is not a requirement to pass your qualification and you will have fewer or no exams.

For additional learning needs and extra support check out pages 64 and 65

ALUMNI CASE STUDY

Name: Lucy Cooper Course: Level 3 Business Lucy Cooper, from Barwell in Leicestershire had always nurtured a long-standing ambition to become a commercial airline pilot and successfully overcome significant hurdles to achieve her goal, including putting her career on hold during the pandemic. Lucy has now joined Wizzair and is based at London Luton flying to Wizzair destinations to Europe and the Middle East.

“I am delighted to have achieved my dream of flying commercially and look forward to building up my experience with Wizzair on the journey to becoming a captain. I am grateful to the college for its support on my career journey. I had the best time when I was at NWSLC, and my tutors were so understanding of my workload when I was trying to study for my business course whilst also working towards my pilot’s licence. I believe that any achievement is within reach if you stay determined and put in the hard work.”

Do you want to get straight into work?

An apprenticeship may be the best option for you…

What is an apprenticeship?

You will work as a paid employee while studying for your qualification.

You will work for at least 30 hours a week and training for your qualification will take place either in your workplace or at college.

How much can you earn doing an apprenticeship?

The apprenticeship minimum wage is £5.28 per hour (as of April 2023) for 16-18 year olds, with many employers paying National or Living Wage.

Why an apprenticeship?

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Add qualifications, skills and experience to your CV

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You learn by working alongside experienced staff

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Gain job-specific skills

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Start anytime throughout the year

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Earn a salary while you learn

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You don’t have to be a school leaver – you can study at any age.

What can I do an apprenticeship in?

Here at NWSLC, we offer apprenticeships in:

HR Support Business Administrator Software Development Technician Lean Manufacturing Operative Installation Electrician and Maintenance Electrician Hair Professional Lift Truck and Powered Access Engineering Technician (18 years and over) Bricklayer Carpentry and Joinery Accounts Assistant Autocare Technician

Scan here to find out more about apprenticeships

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NEXT STEPS AFTER COLLEGE Once you complete your course at NWSLC we will support you with moving on to take your next steps. Each year as students prepare to move on, we will provide you with university application tutorials, one-to-one tutor discussions, CV writing workshops, or the undivided attention of a team of impartial careers advisors offering bookable appointments.

When you leave college, you will have several options available to you including, university, higher education at college, higher apprenticeships, supported internships or employment. We will advise you on the best route to take depending on your individual career goals.

If you love studying at the college, there’s no need to leave us after you have completed Level 3. We offer a range of exciting higher-level programmes that will keep you close to home.

We want to make sure that every student finishing their course with us is excited about their future. For many, this may mean carrying on into degree-level study. If this is the case for you, then you won’t need to look far.

Scan here to find out more about higher education

One of the best performing colleges or universities

Why choose higher education at NWSLC? • Lower fees than universities • Certified with the Office for Students

in the Midlands for Higher Education courses.*

• Specialist teaching and expertise • Smaller group sizes • Local to you • Qualifications that will prepare you for work • Close links with partner universities • Graduation ceremony • Reduced living cost • You can still apply for a Student Loan!

Types of courses • Access to Higher Education • HNCs and HNDs

Study a degree at NWSLC where your ideas and opinions matter

100% of students felt that during their studies they were free to express their ideas, opinions and beliefs.*

• Foundation and full degrees • Professional Qualifications

96% of students

• Higher Apprenticeships • HN Flex - study individual modules and build your degree over time.

Subjects available: • Foundation in Healthcare Play Specialism

• HND Photography

• HNC Engineering **

• HND Sport

• HND Business

• HND Theatrical Make-up

• HND Computing HTQ

• HND Travel and Tourism

• HND Early Childhood Education and Care

• HND Social and Community Work

• HND Fashion and Promotion

• BA (Hons) Creative Practice

• HND Fine Art

• BA (Hons) Working in Integrated Services for Children and Young People

• HND Game Development • HND Graphic Design • HND Interior Design • HND Media

• HND Public Services

at NWSLC responded that staff were good at explaining things in the National Student Survey 2023 .* *based on experimental statistics from the National Student Survey 2023. ** Can be topped up to a HND

• BSc Creative Computing • Level 5 Diploma in Education

• HND Performing Arts

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HIGHER EDUCATION

YOUR CAREER IN ART & DESIGN Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Creative Studies

Hinckley

Level 1

Creative Choices

Hinckley

Level 1 & 2 Sept & Jan start

Art and Design

Hinckley

Level 2 & 3

Art & Design

Do you have a flair for the arts? This is a broad subject area that can take you into a number of exciting and creative career pathways. Whether you dream of becoming an art curator for a museum or working with a design agency supporting businesses with stunning creatives.

Leicestershire is one of the fast growing arts employers outside of London, while Coventry continues to benefit from the legacy of its year as City of Culture. With over two million people working in this sector, you will have plenty of opportunities to flex your creative muscles.

Our students were delighted to see their artworks unveiled in Hinckley town centre as part of a scheme to transform the appearance of vacant retail units.

KNOW...

...that as a creative arts student, you will have the opportunity to showcase your work at our annual end of year exhibition?

The show marks the culmination of two years’ hard work for all our final year students who unveil their work in art and design, fashion, games design, graphic design, journalism, interior design, performing arts, photography, and visual media.

Last year’s theme was Empowered why not take a look at our Instagram posts here?

NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to further study in

FINE ART

or you can stay with us and study a HND. Potential Careers...

ARTS OFFICER PRODUCER/DIRECTOR ART CONSULTANT ARTIST

Potential wage...

Artists earn an average of:

£29K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN AUTOMOTIVE Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Motor Vehicle

Nuneaton

Level 1

Vehicle Fitting

Nuneaton

Level 2

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Nuneaton

Level 2 & 3

Motorsport Maintenance and Repair

Nuneaton

Level 2 & 3

Body Repair

Nuneaton

Level 2 & 3

Paint Refinish

Nuneaton

Level 2 & 3

Apprenticeships

Location

Level

Auto-care Technician

MTI

Level 2

Lift Truck and Powered Access Technician

MTI

Level 3

Motor Vehicle

Automotive Apprenticeships

There are 780,000 people working within the automotive sector and more than 70 types of vehicles are built in the UK by at least 25 manufacturers so there are plenty of opportunities for employment.

Auto sector businesses are very keen to recruit fresh talent to help them with the design, development, manufacture, and maintenance of vehicles and we can offer various pathways into this sector. Our courses will help you to discover the best pathway for you with the help of our skilled and experienced tutors. With industry standard facilities you will be able to gain direct experience to prepare you for employment and discover a career with one of the big automotive companies like Honda, Ford, or Jaguar Land Rover. Or if you prefer ‘life in the fast lane’ maybe our motorsport course will appeal?

Name: Michael Tonks Course: Level 2 Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair “I enjoy seeing friends and being within the learning environment. The tutors are really supportive and give me loads of advice and help with theory and in the workshop.

I enjoy the practical lessons in the workshop the most. The knowledge I have got from my work experience has helped build on my practical skill here at college.

I want to continue to work at a garage after college while I study on a Level 3 Motor Vehicle course, however, I am also considering an apprenticeship with Jungheinrich UK. I would recommend the course to others, and I would advise them to revise the modules and keep on top of the vocabulary as it helps you in getting a successful career in the area.”

“Friends have been really supportive. It has been the best academic year. We are treated like adults and respected by our tutors. I chose to come to college over sixth form as I knew what I wanted to study.

I was keen to enrol on to a vocational area to get the job I had in mind.”

NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to further study in

AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING

Continue to study at our MTI campus or go directly into employment.

Potential Careers...

AUTOMOTIVE SPECIALIST DIAGNOSTIC TECHNICIAN MECHANIC MOT TESTER

Potential wage...

Vehicle Technicians earn an average of:

£27K

PER YEAR

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CASE STUDY

YOUR CAREER IN BEAUTY Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Hairdressing and Beauty

Nuneaton

Entry 3

Beauty Therapy

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 1, 2 & 3

Beauty Specialist Techniques

Nuneaton

Level 2

Complementary Therapies

Nuneaton

Level 2

Nail Technology and Cosmetic Make-up

Nuneaton

Level 2

Massage Therapy

Nuneaton

Level 3

Spa Therapy

Wigston

Level 3

Beauty

Working in the beauty industry, you’ll need great customer service skills, attention to detail, and of course a creative flair, combined with the desire to help people to feel great about themselves. Does this sound like you? This fastpaced industry could be where you belong…

Our award-winning courses will provide you with the practical ability, essential knowledge, professional standards, confidence, and employability skills to secure a successful career within the beauty industry, working in places such as luxury spas, hotels, salons and on cruise ships.

Our Nuneaton and Wigston Campuses have hi-spec salons that are open to the public so you will work on live clients throughout your course.

Our Wigston Campus also has an onsite spa complete with floatation tank.

WHY THEY CHOSE BEAUTY @NWSLC best, they are so e th re a rs to tu e Our on a Silver at th w y e th t a th d goo * teaching Oscars *Teaching Team of the Years Pearson National Teaching Awards 2021

I love competing in the AH T* * competitions, and Worldskills, it makes me work ready, learn how to work under pressu re and makes my CV stand out to employers. **Association of Hairdressers and Therapists

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NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to further study in

BEAUTY THERAPY

or directly into employment.

Potential Careers...

BEAUTICIAN SPA THERAPIST NAIL TECHNICIAN SKINCARE SPECIALIST

Potential wage...

Hairdressing and beauty salon managers earn an average of:

£28K

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WE ASKED OUR STUDENTS

YOUR CAREER IN BUSINESS Full Time Courses

Location

Level

IT and Business

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 2

T Levels

Location

Level

Foundation to T Level Business

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 2

Management and Administration – Team Leadership and Management

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 3

Apprenticeships

Level

Accounting HR Support

Level 3

Business Administrator

Level 3

Business

Business Apprenticeships

Business T Levels

The best thing about business? The broad range of sectors you can join from finance and HR to marketing and management.

Leicestershire and Warwickshire are home to national and local employers that always need staff within their business functions. In Leicestershire alone, there are 78,900 people employed within the business sector. You could go into employment at a bank, legal firm, within logistics, property management, estate planning, social media management or become an advisor. There are so many roles for you to discover.

Whichever path you choose, you could be responsible for hitting targets, contributing to strategic goals, making efficiency savings or you could even put your entrepreneurial flair to the test and set up your own business.

Here at NWSLC, we work with a large number of employers so you can complete an industry placement to gain those essential practical skills for employment.

Name: Oumar Diallo Course: Business Apprenticeship Being a former business student and fund-raising apprentice with the Coventry City of Culture Trust, helped Oumar gain the skills he will need as he forges a career in film making. He recommends the apprenticeship route because it combines learning with useful practical experience. Oumar has recently secured a role in production with the BBC.

Watch Oumar’s full story here:

“I chose to do a business apprenticeship because I wanted to learn how to raise funds. This will help me in my future career as a filmmaker. I enjoyed my apprenticeship because I really got along well with my manager and it also helped me meet people which brought me out of my comfort zone.”

NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to study a

BUSINESS SUBJECT

at degree level or you can stay with us and study a HND Potential Careers...

BUSINESS SALES EXECUTIVE EVENTS MANAGER ACCOUNTANT HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

Potential wage...

Business and research professionals earn an average of:

£47.5K

PER YEAR

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CASE STUDY

YOUR CAREER IN CHILDCARE Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Childcare

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 1 & 2

T Levels

Location

Level

Early Years Education and Childcare

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 3

Childcare

Education and Childcare T Level

Childcare is one of the most rewarding jobs you could ever do. You will help children to learn and grow – a big responsibility!

This is why we place a strong focus on developing your knowledge and real-life work skills to help you gain experience in your chosen setting and build your confidence ready for employment in the sector or higher education. Our courses are ideal for those who want to work with children from birth through to secondary school. They will provide you with the high standard of training you need to begin working under supervision with young children in a variety of early years settings such as nurseries, playgroups, and schools. We even have an onsite mock nursery so you can build your confidence and skills with the support of your tutor.

You have probably seen or heard TV adverts calling for more teachers. With over 54,000 individuals employed in education in Leicestershire alone, this could be the career pathway for you. So why not take this opportunity and discover how you can support children in your future working life?

Name: Amy Bettinson Job: Childcare Lecturer Amy originally qualified in nursery nursing with a diploma from Southfields College and worked her way up through roles from room leader to deputy manager.

Amy then went on to join Stoneygate Training Group and became a full time assessor before starting to teach in the classroom.

Amy is now in her penultimate year working towards a BA(Hons) Childhood and Youth with The Open University.

Amy specialises in child development, safeguarding and the practical aspects of childcare. She enjoys identifying students’ interests and watching them grow through their studies. Amy helps students to find placements with local nurseries that often lead on to permanent employment.

Amy has also recently become a T Levels ambassador!

WE HAVE ADDED NEW FACILITIES So you can develop your skills and confidence in our year 1 classroom and Newton Nursery ready for your industry placement.

NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to study a

CHILDCARE-RELATED DEGREE

or stay with us and study a HND or straight into employment.

Potential Careers...

NURSERY STAFF TEACHER CHILDMINDER TEACHING ASSISTANT

Potential wage...

Primary and nursery education professionals within the West Midlands earn an average of:

£36K

PER YEAR

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TUTOR CASE STUDY

YOUR CAREER IN COMPUTING & DIGITAL Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Computing, Media and Games Design

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 1

IT and Business

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 2

Computer Maintenance

Nuneaton

Level 2 & 3

Esports and Digital Technology

Nuneaton & Wigston

Wigston: Level 2 Nuneaton: Level 2 & 3

T Levels

Location

Level

Foundation to Digital

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 2

Digital Support and Services

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 3

Digital Design and Development

Wigston

Level 3

Apprenticeships

Level

Digital Software Development Technician

Level 3

Computing and Digital Skills

Computing & Digital skills Apprenticeships

Digital T Levels

With over two million people working in this industry and a growing skills shortage, this is your opportunity to discover pathways into the digital sector.

The sector is always on the hunt for talented problem solvers and with the rise of AI an automated apps such as CHAT GTP, demand is only going to grow. Whether you are creative or analytical, we can help you to find the right career pathway.

The way we work and live is changing and computing and digital skills are needed for most jobs in the modern world. The sector is growing rapidly with exciting roles available in networking, computing, robotics, coding, digital marketing, data communication, cloud storage, e-business, e-commerce, cybersecurity, and ethical hacking. Our courses will help you to build problem solving and project management skills and give you the foundation technical skills to be able to unlock your dream digital career. You will also have the chance to and practice your skills in our brandnew digital lab and gain industry experience via our network of employer contacts.

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At the end of last year, one of our tutors organised a special end-of-year ceremony for his students.

During the event, the students were recognised for their exceptional dedication and skill, receiving prizes and certificates to celebrate their achievements in the world of competitive gaming.

Located on Coventry University’s Technology Park, this is our campus dedicated to all things digital. We offer courses and apprenticeships in a range of tech-focused areas including software development and cybersecurity.

This could be your next step once you complete your full-time course.

NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to study a

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING CYBER SECURITY

or stay with us and study a HND or BSc Potential Careers...

IT SPECIALIST DEVELOPER SECURITY PROFESSIONAL

Potential wage... cyber security professionals earn an average of:

£45K

PER YEAR

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END OF YEAR CEREMONY!

Live Chat!

YOUR CAREER IN CONSTRUCTION Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Construction Trades

Harrowbrook & Wigston

Entry Level 3 & Level 1

Bricklaying

Harrowbrook & Wigston

Level 1 & 2

Carpentry and Joinery

Harrowbrook & Wigston

Level 1 & 2

Painting and Decorating

Harrowbrook & Wigston

Level 1 & 2

Apprenticeships

Level

Bricklaying

Level 2

Carpentry and Joinery

Level 2

Construction Trades

Carpentry and Joinery

Bricklaying

Painting and Decorating

Working on buildings, roads, railways, and bridges, construction sector jobs are highly practical and get you out and about.

Construction is a growing sector, and you may have noticed new building estates, or Magna Park, Europe’s largest logistics park. With new construction projects starting all the time, careers in this sector are plentiful and dynamic. Maybe you have a flair for the creative but prefer hands on tasks? Check out our painting and decorating course and get in at the heart of the action.

At NWSLC we offer practical training at our Harrowbrook and Wigston Campuses so you will gain essential practical skills within painting and decorating, bricklaying, carpentry, and joinery.

Scan here to find out more about construction apprenticeships

Name: Taran Johal Course: Carpentry and Joinery Carpentry student Taran had a unique opportunity to take part in the Sanctuary project in 2022. The memorial was a public artwork designed by American artist David Best, to honour everyone who was affected by the pandemic. Taran said,

Read Taran’s full story here:

“Working on this intricate structure which was 20 metres in height has been fascinating and rewarding for me.

Getting the chance to help create this completely unique and impressive artwork is beyond any carpenter’s usual experience and everyone who has seen it during the construction process has been blown away.”

NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to further study in

BUILDING TRADES SITE MANAGEMENT CIVIL ENGINEERING Potential Careers...

CONSTRUCTION WORKER BUILDER, SITE MANAGER ARCHITECT PAINTER AND DECORATOR

Potential wage...

Construction and building trades supervisors have an average of:

£38K

PER YEAR

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CASE STUDY

14 - 16 ELECTIVE HOME EDUCATION Here at North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College, we have set up a centre for home-educated students at our Nuneaton Campus and Wigston Campus.

Who is it aimed at?

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This programme is specifically created for students who are in Years 10 and 11 and have been home-educated.

What is it?

The home education programme is a part-time, 1.5 day a week provision designed to enable young people who have been home-educated to access GCSE English Language, English Literature and Mathematics tuition and examinations.

Available at our campuses in Nuneaton and Wigston, classes are held 1.5 days per week between 8.45am – 4.00pm with an additional 3 hours of blended, online working.

Classes are kept to a maximum of 15 students, making it suitable for students who struggle with anxiety, depression and bullying issues.

Working in small groups, students will receive study support to ensure they achieve these vital qualifications. Homework will be set to advance student studies.

Students will have the opportunity to progress to further study, apprenticeship or training.

Full funding is provided by the government, meaning no tuition or exam fees need to be paid by parents or carers.

What does the programme cover?

• GCSE English Language • GCSE English Literature • GCSE Mathematics Live Chat!

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To find out more we will be hosting an information evening later in the year.

Keep an eye out on our website.

Jamaal said, “I found the transition from primary to secondary school particularly difficult. I struggled to develop relationships with the teachers and students which lead to impacting on my education, so my Mum decided to teach me at home. The home-education scheme allowed me to integrate myself back into society. Alongside my studies, it was a great way to enhance my social skills and much easier to make friends with people who were in a similar situation to myself and making new friends. The help and support I got from the staff and students have helped me to take my learning further.”

Olive said, “The best thing about the programme is the small class sizes and the one-to-one teaching time.

The programme helped me to gain the confidence to decide what subject I would like to do.”

Scan this QR code to find out what other schools programmes we offer.

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Hear what our students have to say…

YOUR CAREER IN ENGINEERING & ELECTRICAL Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Electrical Installation

Nuneaton

Level 2 & 3

T Levels

Location

Level

Foundation to Electrical installation

Nuneaton

Level 2

Foundation to Engineering

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 2

Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 3

Electrical Installation

Nuneaton

Level 3

Apprenticeships

Level

Installation Electrician and Maintenance Electrician

Level 3

Engineering

Electrical Installation

Engineering Apprenticeships

Looking for a career pathway with plenty of options to progress? Do you have a flare for design and a knack for making things?

The world of engineering is vast, and our courses will help you to pursue a career within mechanical, manufacturing or design. Whether you want to be office-based, in the workshop or onsite, this is a growing industry with impressive earning potential. Our engineering courses cover the basics of engineering principles all the way through to specialist subjects including automotive engineering and Computer-Aided Design (CAD). Our electrical installation courses allow you to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and career progression as an electrician.

Name: Roy Cox Course: Level 3 Electrical Installation Alumni Roy studied at NWSLC seven years ago to gain his electrical installation qualification at Level 3.

Roy said, “The college offered decent facilities in the classrooms and the workshops.

There were also three different tutors for each department; practical, electrical principles and design, and verifications, which I believe really helped with the learning as it separated the topics.

“The electrical industry can be as interesting as you make it, from constant development in new technologies, such as electric vehicle charging, security systems and surge protection devices, to debates about forever changing wiring regulations at seminars. There are also opportunities to become self-employed by posting your work on social media and becoming renowned for a high standard of work, which brings the freedom of being your own boss.”

NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to study a degree or apprenticeship in

ENGINEERING, AEROSPACE MECHATRONICS

or stay with us and study an apprenticeship or a HND Potential Careers...

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER DESIGN AND PRODUCT ENGINEER MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Potential wage...

Building and civil engineering technicians earn an average of:

£33K

PER YEAR

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CASE STUDY

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YOUR CAREER IN FASHION & TEXTILES Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Fashion and Textiles

Hinckley

Level 3

Fashion Textiles

Have you ever wondered how your favourite item of clothing was made? Maybe you have tried to design or make a garment yourself?

Maybe you want to influence the next trend on Instagram or TikTok? With 25,500 people employed within the fashion and garment sector in Leicestershire, have you considered working in fashion as your future career pathway?

CASE STUDY

Our fashion and textiles course is perfect for delivering a realistic insight into the industry and will help you to develop your style and design skills.

Based at our specialist creative arts campus, you will learn how to design, illustrate and present, how garments are manufactured, how to cut patterns and a great deal more.

From fashion influencer to stylist, the textile industry is perfect for those who want to turn their original and fresh ideas into the latest trends and styles.

After two years, you will have the opportunity to present your designs and garments at our VIP fashion show. Last year our students presented their pieces in the show called ‘Empowerment’ allowing them the chance to showcase their work to the local community.

Name: Gracie Birch Course: Fashion and Textiles Gracie Birch, won a competition to design new kit for Hinckley Cycle Racing Club (HCRC). Gracie was just completing the first year of her course when she picked up a prize of £100 after her design for the club’s new shirts was selected by its members. Check out or website to see the design brought to life.

Fashion students have revealed an up-cycled clothing collection based on pieces retrieved as part of a ‘junk couture’ project to help homelessness charity Emmaus Leicestershire & Rutland.

Their project was presented at a fashion show at our Hinckley Campus where creative arts students showcased their work during a week-long series of events to mark the end of the academic year.

Read the full story here:

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NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to university to study

PRODUCT, CLOTHING RELATED DESIGN

or stay with us and study a HND Potential Careers...

DESIGNER FASHION BUYER RETAILER

Potential wage...

Clothing, fashion and accessories designers earn an average of:

£31K

PER YEAR

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FASHION FOR CHARITY!

YOUR CAREER IN FOUNDATION LEARNING Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Foundation Learning (RARPA)

Nuneaton & Wigston

Foundation

Lifeworks

Nuneaton & Wigston

Foundation

Foundation Learning

Our Foundation level courses are ideal for those with Special Education Needs and Disabilities or those who are simply uncertain of their next steps.

What makes these courses different is that there is no set level. Instead, we take into consideration your starting point, interests and goals using RARPA (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement): •

Every student is different and structured qualifications aren’t always right for everyone.

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RARPA allows us to really tailor courses to you. You will build your own portfolio that reflects your hard work and Achievements.

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You can continue to study English and maths alongside your chosen route.

Our foundation learning programme can help you move on to a full-time course, apprenticeship, Lifeworks, or supported internship!

Supported internships Gaining work experience is essential but can be challenging for those with additional needs.

Our supported internships allow students to gain the confidence and skills to enter the workplace.

We will ensure that the correct level of support is put in place including a job coach and mentor.

We work with a bank of supportive employers who are keen to give all students the opportunity to join the workforce.

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NHS SUPPORTED INTERNSHIP

Our students with an Education, Health and Care plans were offered a lifechanging opportunity to gain Supported Internship placements working at Nuneaton’s George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust thanks to a new collaboration between NWSLC, Warwickshire County Council and DFN Project SEARCH.

FOUNDATION LEARNING COURSE ROAD MAPS Scan to view our foundation learning course road maps and find out what progression opportunities there are.

Scan to view our Nuneaton and Wigston campuses roadmap

*Our courses are designed to meet the needs of our students and will be adapted to meet their abilities and interests.

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SUCCESS

On the successful completion of their supported internship programmes, we hosted a celebration event. Students, family, friends, and employers were all invited to the event.

We are proud to say that 60 per cent of our students have secured a job, apprenticeship, or voluntary placement.

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Celebrating our supported internships success

YOUR CAREER IN GAMES DESIGN Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Games Design

Hinckley & Wigston

Level 2 & 3

Esports and Digital Technology

Nuneaton & Wigston

Nuneaton: Level 2 & 3 Wigston: Level 2

Apprenticeships

Level

Digital Software Development Technician

Level 3

Games Design

If you love all things gaming and have the creativity, imagination, and drive to build your own virtual worlds, then a career in games design might just be for you.

The games industry is one of the fastest growing sectors. AAA category games can take three-to-five years to design so designers always need to think ahead. A creative flair with a passion for digital and the ability to grasp the psychology behind gaming will make you the ideal candidate for this course.

With the gaming industry continuously evolving, our courses will help teach you the latest in computer games design and development and 3D animation, and how to use industry-standard software, how to build characters, and game psychology.

Name: Keiron O’Meara Job: Games Design Lecturer “I have always had a passion for gaming and technology, but when I went to university there weren’t courses in game development or design, it was something people worked on in their bedrooms. The sector has changed so much since its boom in commercial developments about 40 years ago, but there is still a thriving independent developers’ scene.

“My journey involved an unpaid internship for 18 months in London, for a company that offered me a paid role at the end. I started in ‘world design’ and then I worked my way up in the company. I went back to education to upskill in project and people management and then ended up doing my PhD in VR as a PTSD therapy for veterans.

I have had my eyes opened to the future applications of technologies outside gaming development.”

“I came into teaching during my return to education and I really love nurturing and creating an environment that allows my students to come in with ideas and then we work together to bring them to life almost at product launch stage. We run like a real company, where you work in a collaborative way to develop a game. From the initial market research, through to the final creation of the product. We have different departments Game Art, Game Design or Game Development, you will experience all parts of the industry and it is a great way to experience what it would be like to work in the industry.”

NEXT STEPS...

You could study a degree in

GAMES DESIGN MEDIA

at university level or stay with us and study a HND. Potential Careers...

PROGRAMMER SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL

Potential wage...

Programmers and software development professionals earn an average of:

£44K

PER YEAR

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TUTOR CASE STUDY

YOUR CAREER IN GRAPHIC DESIGN Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Graphic Design

Hinckley

Level 3

Graphic Design

Are you creative? Do you enjoy the world of digital? Then a course in graphic design could be for you!

Have you ever played the logo game and thought you would like to design the next big logo that is recognised across the globe? Or maybe you enjoy social media and have tried to create your own graphics? Or perhaps have you been captivated by an advertising campaign including building or car wrapping and want the chance to create your own. If you answered ‘Yes’ to any of these then our graphics course could be right for you.

With places like the Cultural Quarter in Leicester on your doorstep and skills shortages in roles that rely on graphic design expertise you could put yourself in the best position to take your pick of the many jobs in this sector.

Our graphic design course will enable you to gain understanding, knowledge, and skills across the diverse range of graphic design disciplines.

Students are equipped with professional graphic practices to develop a portfolio of work that will help you to move on to higher education or employment.

From illustrator to animator, you can style your future within an industry that has a wide range of employers working in branding, advertising, design and much more.

Name: Ellie Ruff Course: Level 3 Graphic Design After excelling in national WorldSkills UK skills competitions, Ellie earned the chance to compete on the world’s stage in the visual merchandising competition category.

At college, Ellie achieved the highest possible grades (Triple distinction stars) for Level 3 Graphic Design at the college’s creative arts Hinckley Campus. She went on to win a Silver medal for her creative merchandising skills at the prestigious WorldSkills UK LIVE competition and has been honing her skills ever since.

Ellie believes that success in skills competitions will improve her CV when she joins the world of work after graduating and help her to secure employment as a graphic designer.

“Coming to college was ‘the best choice ever’ I really enjoyed the course.”

NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to study a range of subjects at university level including

GRAPHICS MERCHANDISING ADVERTISING

or stay with us and study a HND.

Potential Careers...

GRAPHIC DESIGNER PRODUCT DESIGNER MARKETER

Potential wage...

Designers earn an average of:

£30K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN HAIRDRESSING Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Hair and Beauty

Nuneaton

Entry Level 3

Hairdressing

Nuneaton & Wigston

Nuneaton: Level 1, 2 & 3 Wigston: Level 1 & 2

Hair and Media Make up

Nuneaton

Level 2

Barbering

Nuneaton

Level 2

Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair and Media Make-up

Nuneaton

Level 3

Apprenticeships

Level

Hair Professional

Level 2

Hairdressing

Apprenticeships

Hairdressers are multitaskers with a mixture of creative flair, on point customer service skills and a strong head for business.

On our courses, you will get to work in a live working environment in commercial salons located at our Nuneaton and Wigston Campuses.

Kitted out with industry equipment and open to the public, you will develop your skills in a range of cutting and colouring techniques and learn about client care and health and safety. Previous students are regularly invited back to the college to teach new starters skills such as hair extensions and the latest colouring techniques within the industry.

In 2022, ex student Becki Mai Warner returned to NWSLC’s Nuneaton campus to deliver an insightful and interactive two-day hair extension course. Those who took part gained a certificate in hair extensions that will give them the specialised skills they need when they enter the industry.

NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to courses in

HAIRDRESSING MEDIA MAKE UP BARBERING BUSINESS Potential Careers...

HAIRDRESSER BARBER BUSINESS OWNER

Potential wage...

Hairdressers earn an average of:

£28K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Health and Social Care

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 1, 2 & 3

T Levels

Location

Level

Transition to Health

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 2

Supporting Healthcare – Nursing

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 3

Health and Social Care

Health T Levels

Are you the caring one in your friendship group? Would you like a job that is challenging but also extremely rewarding? Then why not discover our health and social care courses!

There is more demand than ever for young people to pursue roles within the healthcare industry. With an increase in available jobs of four per cent nationally there has never been a better time to discover careers within the healthcare sector.

You will be responsible for the health and wellbeing of diverse types of people and in order to do this, you need to be confident in your ability. That’s why our courses focus on you getting all of the knowledge and real work experience that you need to step into full-time employment or higher education. We even have our onsite Newton Ward where you can practice your skills in the safety of the college under the watchful eye of our industry experienced tutors.

Our range of courses will give you the knowledge and experience you need to go into your chosen field, from nursing to residential care or management; there are hundreds of roles for you to explore.

Name: Cavalli Bugeja Course: T Level Transition to Health Cavalli has been enjoying his start to the T Level programme, especially learning about person centred care and the science topics taught.

“The support my Academic Coordinator has provided me is helping me to complete course work and meet deadlines.”

“I cannot recommend the course enough, it is helping me towards my dream of becoming a Paramedic.”

WE HAVE OUR BRAND NEW NEWTON WARD! Where you can practice your skills and build your confidence ready for the workplace.

NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to study

HEALTH AND MEDICAL

courses at university level or stay with us and study a HND. Potential Careers...

PHARMACIST CARE WORKER SOCIAL WORKER NURSE

Health professionals earn an average of:

£33K

PER YEAR

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CASE STUDY

YOUR CAREER IN HOSPITALITY & CATERING Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Foundation Hospitality

Nuneaton

Entry Level 3

Hospitality and Catering

Nuneaton

Level 1 & 2

Professional Cookery

Nuneaton

Level 3

Hospitality Supervisory and Leadership

Nuneaton

Level 3

Did you know we are an accredited college!

Hospitality & Catering

The food and drink sector are calling for more staff in roles you may have never known existed.

Making sure the nation is provided with delicious food and drink is a constant challenge and our Nuneaton Campus offers the perfect base to gain hands-on experience of the skills you will need to join the catering and hospitality sector.

Our student operated restaurant and street food cafe will allow you to gain authentic experience of the skills you need for the world of work.

From preparing food and catering for unique needs to learning Michelin-star standard service techniques, you will leave the college fully prepared to join the workforce or set up your own business.

There are hundreds of different jobs available to you in this sector from traditional hospitality and catering roles to food scientists and nutrition experts. You could find yourself working for a smaller handcraft manufacturer or a national and international companies like Mars or Walkers (PepsiCo). Or you might travel the world as a personal chef. Our courses can help you to discover new and exciting roles.

UK Young Restaurant Team of the Year Three hospitality and catering students took part in the final of the UK Young Restaurant Team of the Year competition in 2023. They were briefed to create and present a three course Italian menu with drinks to match. As part of the competition, the students took part in an interview session and dinner with celebrity chef, Marco Pierre White.

The students were presented with two awards at the ceremony for best use of seafood award and highly commended service. Congratulations to the team!

Our student-led street food inspired environment has recently undergone an amazing transformation where hospitality and catering students can practice their skills to create a range of street food and test out their hospitality skills on the college community at our Nunetaon Campus.

New Nuneaton town centre restaurant and kitchen due to open 2024

NEXT STEPS...

You could go on to study

HOSPITALITY LEISURE TOURISM EVENT MANAGEMENT Potential Careers...

CATERING MANAGER CHEF, HOUSE SUPERVISOR EVENT PROFESSIONAL

Potential wage...

Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors earn an average of:

£40K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN INTERIOR DESIGN Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Interior Design

Hinckley

Level 3

Interior Design

Did you ever walk in to room and feel like the flow is all wrong? Whenever you go to different venues is the decor the first thing you notice? If bringing to life indoor spaces appeals to you, why not discover more about our interior design course?

Interior design applies to both small and large-scale projects. Our course will help you to understand how to work with a client brief, how to bring concepts to life and ensure that the space is also functional and practical. While studying this course you will work on a portfolio that will help you to continue your studies or move on into employment. It will also help you to explore specialisms in architecture or designing for individual clients or large businesses. There are so many exciting roles you can pursue from becoming a retail window dresser on the high street or an interior architect using space to create a fun and functioning workspaces.

You will be taught in our design workshops where you will be introduced to drawing skills, colour theory and styling, how to create models of designs and conceptual and spatial thinking.

Name: Fiona Rollings Job: Interior Design Lecturer Fiona won the Pearson National Teaching Awards Bronze award for FE Lecturer of the Year in May 2022.

Fiona teaches further education programmes across a range of disciplines and joined the college following a successful career in the interior design industry. Fiona strongly believes in the power of skills competitions and her students secured the Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals in the visual merchandising category in WorldSkills UK in 2021. Fiona believes in the importance of exposure to live work experience and supported students to take part in the Rocket Round Leicester public art project to help re-energise Leicester.

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MERCHANDISER INTERIOR DESIGNER RETAIL DESIGNER ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER

Interior designers earn an average of:

£34K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN MAKE-UP ARTISTRY Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Make-up Artistry

Nuneaton

Level 2 & 3

Hair and Media Make-up

Nuneaton

Level 2

Theatrical, Media and Special Effects Make-up

Nuneaton

Level 3

Make-up Artistry

On the catwalk, at a wedding, in TV, film, and theatre, there is always a demand for make-up artists to develop a character or make someone feel beautiful on their special day.

Are you creative and a little bit obsessed with watching make-up tutorials? Then you will want to discover our make-up artistry course where you will be taught industry techniques by an award-winning tutor. Our students also have the opportunity to put their skills into practice through the many competitions we enter and at our own in-house performing art shows.

Whether you want to focus on photographic make-up, creative hair design, prosthetics and characterisation or make-up for theatre and media, we have the course for you.

Name: Leanne Newitt Job: Beauty Therapy Lecturer Beauty Therapy lecturer Leanne Newitt was awarded Highly Commended in the 2022 FE Lecturer of the Year awards.

Leanne is a former student of the college who returned around 20 years ago to pass on what she had learned after a career in the industry.

Leanne has consistently achieved incredible results in skills competitions and many of her students have progressed into higher education, and secured roles in modelling for industry and working for prestigious brands including Dior and Kryolan. Earlier this year, Leanne, who specialises in make-up artistry, was shortlisted as a champion of diversity and inclusion in technical education as part of the WorldSkills UK Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Heroes Awards.

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MAKE-UP ARTISTRY

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MAKE-UP ARTIST THEATRICAL MAKE-UP SPECIALIST SPECIAL EFFECTS ARTIST

Make-up artists earn an average of:

£24K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN MEDIA AND PHOTOGRAPHY Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Creative Studies

Hinckley

Level 1

Creative Choices

Hinckley

Level 1 & 2

Computer, Media and Games Design

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 1

Creative Media Skills

Wigston

Level 2 & 3

Journalism

Hinckley

Level 3

Photography

Hinckley

Level 3

T Levels

Location

Level

Foundation to Media

Hinckley & Wigston

Level 2

Media, Broadcast and Production

Hinckley

Level 3

Media

Whether you prefer to be behind the camera or front and centre, or maybe creating a viral TikTok video, why not discover our courses in media and photography?

Do you see yourself creating fresh, high-quality content and being part of a thriving sector? Are you interested in all aspects of media, but not sure which direction to go in?

Our media courses will introduce you to a broad media production experience that includes short film, drama production, commercial client-based practice, and creative projects through moving image briefs.

From advertising to technical production and everything in-between, there are many exciting employment opportunities in the UK’s media industry. You will gain from the insights of our industry-experienced tutors and enjoy brilliant facilities like the photography studio and screening room at our Hinckley Campus or the green screen and radio studio at our Wigston Campus. Both our campuses have all the computing software and hardware you’ll need to edit your creations. We will provide you with the kit to be able to build your confidence and test out what works for you.

Name: Isobelle Wightman Course: Level 3 Photography Isobelle started her journey with the college on a Level 3 Photography course and enjoyed it so much that she decided to stay and complete her degree with NWSLC. “I loved photography from an early age, it just clicked when I chose GCSE Photography. I wanted to continue my studies in the area and visited different sixth forms and colleges. It was only when I got to the Hinckley campus that I felt I had found the place for me. The equipment was so good and industry standard, the darkroom was amazing. I was able to see the opportunities it would give me to develop my work.“ Isobelle recently won the prestigious 2022 EIZO Student Award, with her submission, ‘The Individuals’.

She secured new equipment but more importantly a work placement and mentorship with Harry Borden, a well-respected and established photographer.

Isobelle said,

“When I looked at the theme of identity, I didn’t want to look at the stereotypes of identity or the differences in identity. I created a mind map of what made us similar and through this process it became apparent that our simplest form of identity was our fingerprints.

Winning the competition was a real surprise, especially as I was only a first year student. I am looking forward to working with my mentor and learning from his journey to developing my photography career.”

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ARTS OFFICER PRODUCER DIRECTOR

Arts officers, producers and directors earn an average of:

£31K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN MUSIC Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Creative Choices

Hinckley

Level 1 & 2

Music

Hinckley

Level 2

Music Performance

Hinckley

Level 3

Music Technology

Hinckley

Level 3

Music

Does music make your soul sing? Whether you play an instrument or not, you may be inspired by what you discover about our music courses.

If you dream of conjuring up the next unforgettable TV theme tune, looking after the sound at Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage, or staying more local working in a theatre or leading the sound at festivals in the area, start here.

Our tutors’ industry experience will help you learn how to create, play or sing in front of an audience or how to set up a band. Our students have lots of opportunities to put what they have learned into practice and have performed at the Commonwealth Games baton relay as well as creating the music for a Tesla dancing light show.

With opportunity like these, you will quickly build skills and confidence.

At our Hinckley Campus we have a recording studio, which will provide you with realistic working environments. From sound engineer to music producer, there are a wide range of jobs and opportunities for anyone wanting to turn their passion for music into a career.

Name: Andrew Moores Course: Level 3 Music Performance Andrew, who studied at Redmoor Academy before coming to NWSLC had a passion for music from a very young age.

He loves all music but particularly follows the indie/alternative scene. Andrew is a multi-talented performer playing drums, guitar and bass, alongside vocals, he is even learning the keyboard. He is at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA), where he is studying BA (Hons) Music (Songwriting and Performance).

“My advice to anyone thinking of doing a music course is, be prepared to put yourself out there. The opportunities are not just going to fall in your lap, you have to go and find them.”

GREAT FACILITIES You will have access to our music equipment, software, recording studio, and theatre to prepare you for the working world.

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SESSION MUSICIAN SOUND ENGINEER MUSIC TEACHER MUSIC PRODUCER

Musicians earn an average of:

£28K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN PERFORMING ARTS Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Creative Studies

Hinckley

Level 1

Creative Choices

Hinckley

Level 1 & 2 Sept & Jan start

Performing Arts

Hinckley

Level 2 & 3

Production Arts

Hinckley

Level 3

Performing Arts

Would you love to join an industry where you can express your creativity and talent through performance?

Our performing arts courses are perfect for building your skills in acting, dancing, and singing. Classes include a mix of practical skills and theoretical knowledge with many performance opportunities available at our very own venue, the Hinckley Campus theatre, throughout the year. You will also be able to perform for local primary schools to gain experience of appealing to different audiences.

The performing arts industry is filled with exciting opportunities from theatrical performance, abstract dance, musical composition, and character creation.

From actor, to choreographer, the stage is yours.

NEW COURSE AVAILABLE Do you have a keen interest in set design and management?

You might want to discover our brand-new production course that can take you into theatre, TV or working within film production companies.

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Name: Ryan Perry Course: Level 3 Performing Arts Choreographer and dance teacher Ryan who is based at @FootwrXDanceCompany in Nuneaton, had always loved singing, dancing, and acting. He really enjoyed gaining so much practical experience in musical theatre at the college’s creative arts Hinckley Campus. Ryan can often be found travelling around the UK teaching at dance schools and colleges.

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ACTOR, DANCER MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMER, TEACHER

Actors and entertainers earn an average of:

£28K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN SPORTS & FITNESS Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Uniformed Services and Sport

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 1

Sport

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 2

Sport: Coaching and Development

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 3

Sport: Fitness Instruction and Personal Training

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 3

Sports

With a growing focus on becoming healthy and keeping fit, the fitness and leisure industry is booming with some gym clubs expanding from 32 gyms to over 200 venues in the United Kingdom over the last 10 years. The personal training market is worth over £600 billion. Leicestershire alone has 14 major sporting venues with over 16,900 jobs available so there are plenty of career opportunities available to you.

Whether you want to become a personal trainer, physiotherapist, teacher and gym instructor or sports coach, our courses will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to prepare for a successful career in the sport and fitness industry. Our fully equipped gyms at both Nuneaton and Wigston Campuses are the base for classroom activities, and you can also make use of them in your leisure time.

Name: James Ryder Course: Level 3 Sport College alumni, James Ryder from Weddington has been celebrating after the England Men’s U21s won the UEFA European Under 21 Championship after a nail-biting final against Spain. James’ passion for football took him from a sport course at NWSLC to working for the Football Association. After leaving college, James went on to study for a degree in sport and exercise science at Nottingham Trent University and was the youngest person at the time to achieve his UEFA B Licence in coaching football. He joined the premiership team West Bromwich Albion FC as an intern and moved on to join the FA where he is now based at St George’s Park as senior men’s performance analyst working with the u21 squad.

“The college sport course opened my eyes to the types of careers that are available and gave me a really good foundation in the skills and disciplines that I would need to get on. I learned about playing, coaching, the business aspects of sport, the IT skills I would need, and how to make presentations which I do a lot now in my job working with the England u21 team.” James added,

“My success just goes to prove that you can follow any career route if you are determined and work hard.”

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SPORT COACH GYM INSTRUCTOR OFFICIAL, PE TEACHER

Leisure and sports managers earn an average of:

£28K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN TEACHING Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Transition to Education and Early Years

Nuneaton

Level 2

T Levels

Location

Level

Education and Childcare – Assisting Teaching

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 3

Education and Childcare – Early Years

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 3

Teaching and Education

Education and Childcare T Level

In Leicester and Leicestershire, over 54,000 people are employed within education so there are plenty of job opportunities. There are skills shortages in both teaching and supporting roles, creating a fantastic opportunity for you to pursue a career within education.

Our teaching and education courses will help you to gain the qualifications you need to work in a school setting.

Teaching assistants play a key role in the classroom. They support individual pupils and have a major influence on developing children’s self-esteem, independence, and skills for learning that they will carry with them for the rest of their lives.

You will cover elements such as safeguarding, child development, behaviour management and be able to get creative by studying fun ways to help children learn through a wide range of classroom activities.

We are proud to announce the opening of our Nursery and mock year 1 provision classroom where you can practice the skills you have learnt in a safe environment with the support of your tutor. You will also get the opportunity to work with one of our employers to gain essential work experience.

Name: Bethany Dicken Course: T Level – Assisting Teaching Beth was keen to pursue her career as a Primary School Teacher after leaving Queen Elizabeth school.

She decided to take the T Level route and has enjoyed learning about attachment theory, Piaget theory and the impact of different parenting styles along with all the safeguarding elements of her chosen career. Beth has enjoyed being able to control her own workload and has found that there is a lot to learn. Being able to put into practice all the theory at her industry placement has helped to reinforce what she has learned.

Beth’s advice to anyone considering a T Level is to make sure it is the right industry for you by doing your research first.

She said,

“The course is great fun provided you keep organised and on top of all your tasks.”

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TEACHING ASSISTANT SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT, TEACHER, NURSERY NURSE

Higher Level Teaching Assistants earn an average of:

£19.3K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN TRAVEL & TOURISM Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Travel and Tourism

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 2 & 3

Aviation

Nuneaton

Level 2

Cabin Crew

Nuneaton

Level 2

Travel & Tourism

On a course that can quite literally open up new horizons, discover the world of our travel and tourism courses.

With over 48,000 people employed in the tourism and hospitality sector locally, there are plenty of interesting career pathways for you to pursue. As well as traditional roles as a travel agent, you could be working at your favourite visitor attraction or theme parks such as Twycross Zoo or Drayton Manor Park, or you might join the cabin crew on a flight or working with ground crew at an airport, or work in the Hotel and Spa industry. This course can open the doors to so many opportunities.

Our travel and tourism courses will help you to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding needed for a range of occupations in this industry with unique facilities including our very own mock aircraft where you can practice the skills needed for employment.

You will learn about hospitality, events management and marketing, customer service, visitor attractions, specialist responsible tourism and retail travel. You’ll also cover a range of topics, which will develop your skills and knowledge in business, marketing, customer service and employability skills.

We welcome interesting guest speakers from the travel industry as well as previous college students who have successfully gained employment with well-known tour operators and airlines such as Jet2Airways, British Airways, TUI and Virgin Atlantic.

Name: Michaela Adcock Course: Level 2 Aviation After finishing my Aviation course, I got a job at East Midlands Airport as an Assisted Travel Agent.

This means that I look after people with disabilities in and around the airport. The course was so helpful, it taught me about all the aspects of an airport, some departments I didn’t even know existed! In the Aviation course, we learnt about passengers with disabilities, and everything my tutor taught me was true to real life.

I practice these skills every day in my job.

“I am coming back to the college in September to study the Cabin Crew course. Travel is my passion; I like to say that I haven’t been everywhere but it’s on my list.”

THE BIG BANG FAIR Each year, our students gain experience of events by supporting the Big Bang Fair held at the NEC. The students gain an insight into the world of events by helping to take care of almost 30,000 school children that attend the event. Their range of tasks includes greeting schools, handing out maps, answering questions and providing directions. This invaluable experience helps them to develop their confidence and improve their CVs.

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AVIATION, EVENTS MANAGER CABIN CREW, TRAVEL AGENT

Travel agency managers earn an average of:

£27K

PER YEAR

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YOUR CAREER IN UNIFORMED SERVICES Full Time Courses

Location

Level

Uniformed Services and Sport

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 1

Uniformed Services

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 2

Uniformed Protective Services

Nuneaton & Wigston

Level 3

Uniformed Services

Are you passionate about making a real difference to society on a local and national scale? Then a career in uniformed services might be for you.

Our courses not only prepares you mentally and gives you the confidence to protect vulnerable people, but it also prepares you physically as many roles will require a high level of fitness. To help with this, you will be able to use our college gym facilities for free.

You will be taught by ex-service personnel who deliver interactive lessons on crime scene investigations and stage mock emergency response training. Alongside this, we have regular guest speakers from the RAF, the Marines, the Army, and the Police. This allows our students to find out what it is really like to work in these environments and how to progress with their next steps.

Name: Amber Mayes Course: Level 3 Uniformed Services Amber made the decision to join NWSLC at the age of 16 and started a Level 1 Sport course at its Wigston Campus. Although unsure at first about her decision, Amber soon settled into college life and continued in the second year having progressed to the Level 2 Public Services course.

Amber found the subject interesting and her tutors demonstrated how qualifications in public services might lead to several different career routes. As she matured, Amber’s approach to study improved and she progressed on to the Level 3 Uniformed Services course. Having seen the transformation that engagement with education had achieved for her, Amber started to think about becoming a teaching assistant in a behavioural management setting. She achieved well at Level 3 and her tutors convinced her to continue with her studies by taking a higher-level qualification. Amber, from New Parks in Leicester said,

“Since joining the college, my experience of, and attitude towards education, has changed completely. My tutors have been so brilliant; they have always pushed me to keep moving on with my studies and I have surprised myself with how far I have come.”

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POLICE OFFICER MILITARY PERSONNEL IN THE ARMY, THE NAVY, OR THE ROYAL AIR FORCE PRISON OFFICER/ PROBATION SERVICES

Police officers earn an average of:

£34.4K

PER YEAR

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STUDENT SUPPORT We’re here to support you all year round.

English and maths

Keeping you safe

These are vital skills that you will continue to work on during your time with us, either through a GCSE or functional skills programme depending on your grades. We also have a dedicated English and maths hub to give you all of the help you need.

Your safety is our priority. The safeguarding team is located at each campus and our youth workers are always on hand.

Additional learning support

Guidance Our dedicated career experts are here to help you discover your dream career. They provide free, impartial advice on career options and how to apply for jobs or university.

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We have on average around 200 students with EHCPs across the college.

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We have a dedicated team of learning support staff, who work alongside students in the classroom, and a team of keyworkers who support high needs students.

College meals

Where required, we provide support outside the classroom too, and can be there to guide students around campus.

Wellbeing Hubs

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We complete termly reviews for our students with EHCPs tracking progress against their outcomes and how their college experience is going.

Free meals are available to those who are eligible.

Based at our Hinckley, Nuneaton and Wigston campuses, our Wellbeing Hubs offer support and advice to all our students from dealing with exam stress and worry to support for mental health issues.

Aged 16-19 on a full time course?

There are no course or examination fees.

A bursary fund is also available for those who are eligible to support with some additional costs such as kit or uniforms, meals, travel, childcare and essential trips.

Apply here: nwslc.paymystudent.com/portal/

Aged 19 or over?

Financial support may be available if: •

You are 19+ living with parents/family members and have a personal income of less than £8,000 per year.

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You are above 19 years of age, with a total household income including all benefits or earned income below £28,000 (plus £1,500 annual allowance, per child under 18. Capped at three children per household).

Childcare support Aged under 20? Check out the ‘Care to Learn’ scheme for information on childcare funding.

Any questions?

Email: bursary@nwslc.ac.uk

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STUDENT EXPERIENCE

Discover student life at NWSLC Meet new friends, create great memories and have a whole lot of fun along the way with our student experience team.

Throughout the year, you will have the chance to get involved in: •

Trips: from the Harry Potter Studio tour, gokarting, musicals and Comic-Con to name a few.

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Clubs and activities: including a range of sports, pool league, video gaming, LGBTQ+ and much more.

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Fresher’s festival: grab some freebies, find out about college services and meet other students.

Students’ Union We represent your views and also host the Student Parliament which meets with the college leadership team three times a year.

Support services Breakfast club: every morning, 8.30am – 9.30am.

Sexual health clinic: a confidential service delivered by our qualified Youth Workers.

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Whether your goal is to keep active or play competitively, we have a range of sport sessions that you can take part in during your time with us.

If football is where your passion lies, join our Football Academy. This is a high-quality programme led by UEFA qualified coaches, available to anyone enrolled on a full time course at NWSLC.

Student centres can be found at each campus

Chaplaincy Here for everyone of all faiths and none. We recognise many of the major religious and cultural festivals as well as: •

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Religious services

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Responses to traumatic events.

Prayer rooms are also located at each campus equipped with resources for prayer, worship and ritual washing. chaplaincy@nwslc.ac.uk

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CAMPUS LIFE

Workout

Refresh

Our Nuneaton Campus is home to a sports and fitness centre, featuring a range of equipment, fitness class timetable, a spin studio and a one-to-one personal training service.

Our Wigston Campus also has an onsite gym.

You can grab a bite to eat at every campus, with freshly cooked food, sandwiches, salads/or snacks available every day. We also have Costa Coffee or Starbucks at Hinckley, Nuneaton and Wigston campuses.

New Nuneaton town centre restaurant opening late 2024

Resources

Glebegate Restaurant

The college has Learning Resource Centres at Nuneaton, Hinckley and Wigston campuses that provide a wealth of information, including thousands of e-books, e-resources, ClickView video streaming, study skills guides plus much more.

Our Nuneaton Campus has its very own onsite restaurant, run by the Hospitality and Catering department. The restaurant is open to the public and serves amazing food, cooked by our talented students under the watchful eye of our awardwinning chefs.

Creative Blooms Florist

We have two onsite nurseries at Nuneaton and Wigston, both are rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. If you are a student they may be able to help support with your childcare requirements.

Our florist is based at the Hinckley Campus, and is open to the public. You can buy beautiful flower arrangements at great prices, all created by our students.

Hair & Beauty Salons Fancy a pamper? Our Nuneaton and Wigston campuses have Hairdressing and Beauty Salons that are open to students and the general public.

Wigston Campus also boasts a spa centre, with a steam room, sauna and floatation tank.

Our students run the salons under the supervision of our fully–qualified and highly experienced staff.

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Wise Owls Nurseries

Hattie Parnham

Briony Hancox

GOING FOR GOLD Skills competitions provide a platform for success Taking part in competitions not only allows our students to build up their confidence and self-esteem, but it also helps them to develop their ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Students are keen to take part in competitions as it allows them to put their training to test and any medals that they win helps their CV to stand out from other candidates. They get the chance to travel the country and meet their fellow students from other colleges.

WorldSkills UK success Our students collected eleven medals at the national WorldSkills UK finals in 2022 putting the college at the top of the table for foundation skills in the UK. The medal-winning competitors discovered that they had won four Gold, six Silver and one Bronze medal as the results were announced live by Steph McGovern from her Channel 4 ‘Packed Lunch’ studio.

Gold winners were Hemali, who created a stunning festival hairstyle, Alex who won for his skills in mechanics, Harry for his tasty menu of street food, and Sam for creating a highly imaginative Harry Potter-themed table setting. Silver medallists included Evan who excelled in the motor vehicle skills challenge. Media students YouTuber Corey and comic book enthusiast Evie, as well as Amber, jointly won Silver medals in the creative media category. Lucy was the joint winner of the Silver medal in the catering skills category. In addition, apprentice Hattie who works for Ashby Decorator Centre Ltd, collected the Silver medal for painting and decorating in the Construction and Infrastructure skills category. Briony, who wants to work as a florist when she completes her college qualifications, won a Bronze medal for horticulture skills.

Amber Stuart, Evie Smith and Corey Hargrave

Champions of diversity and inclusion Our tutors work with dedication to ensure that everyone gets the chance to try out their competition skills.

We were proud when Head of Competitions at NWSLC Pami Johal won the WorldSkills UK Pioneer Award in 2023 for her role in developing the ‘inclusive skills’ concept designed for students with special educational needs and disabilities.

Pami Johal

Triumph at the National AHT competition Our beauty therapy, hairdressing, barbering and make-up artistry students a celebrated their high-achieving performance in the regional heats of a national skills competition with the top three places in each category for every student that entered. Overall, they achieved seven first places, six second and seven third places in the competition.

Catering students excel in the final of national restaurant competition

AHT Competition

Catering and hospitality students from NWSLC collected two awards in the national finals of the UK Young Restaurant Team of the Year in Sheffield. The team of three, Abbie Clarke, Harry Forbes, and Sam Hurst, were recognised for the best use of seafood for their starter and won the highly commended service award.

Young Restaurant Team of the Year

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GUARDIAN SUPPORT

Completing their GCSEs and trying to decide on a future career pathway can be a challenging time for young people.

There is plenty of support available for you and your young person with making choices at this time.

Attend your school’s careers fair If you have the chance, try to attend your young person’s careers fair. Most schools will organise these and ensure local providers are available to discuss future options and courses. If you are not able to attend, discuss with your young person the questions they might want to ask and which schools and colleges could offer the right pathways.

Open events Why not come along to one of our open event to see our facilities, meet our staff and even havea-go at some skills yourself? (Check out page 76 for the next available dates.) Sometimes visiting a provider will help your young person to decide where they feel comfortable. Getting a feel for the environment and community will help them to know if it’s right for them. Most colleges and sixth forms stage multiple open events throughout the year.

Courses available for you We offer a wide range of free, flexible online and distance learning courses that can help you to support your young person. You can also upskill or retrain, with a wide variety or adult courses, and online learning options.

Live Chat!

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NWSLC is here to help support your school and pupils with information on post-16 options to assist with the achievement of Gatsby benchmarks and provider access legislation (PAL).

With so many post-16 options available for pupils, finding the right pathway can be an exciting but sometimes daunting experience. At NWSLC we have seven campuses with an extensive range of courses at many levels that can meet your pupils’ needs. We offer a wide range of school support sessions that can benefit pupils, teaching staff, and parents. To meet the demands of day-to-day school life, sessions are offered in-person or online.

We can deliver sessions on the following subject areas to suit your school’s needs: •

T Levels

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V Levels

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Apprenticeships

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Foundation Learning

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Schools infill programme

We can support in a variety of ways including with: •

Assemblies - we deliver content that meets PAL requirements

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Lunchtime support

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Specialised workshops

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One to one tutor talks

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Careers fairs - book early to avoid disappointment

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Campus tours

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Open events

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Tasters

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Teach the teacher

Each year we run a specialist Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths (STEAM) event that allows pupils to meet and interact with lead employers from across these sectors. Last year JLR, the NHS, TESLA, Wincanton and many more took part in our event and set fun challenges to inspire your pupils. We organised a quiz with the chance to win a high-value prize of six robotic cars and tablets for your school. The winner of this was George Elliot Academy. Next year we will be hosting this event on 19-20 March 2024.

Please email: steam@nwslc.ac.uk to register your interest as spaces are limited.

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SCHOOLS’ SUPPORT

HOW TO APPLY

FULL TIME COURSE STEP 1

STEP 2

Complete your application

Attend an interview

Apply online at nwslc.ac.uk/apply

Once you have applied, we will contact you to arrange an interview, either onsite or via phone.

Interviews are informal sessions to ensure you start your course at the right level.

OR Apply on Positive Steps (PS16) portal if you are in Leicester or Leicestershire and your school uses this system

STEP 3 Meet your Tutor

Before you start your course, you will be invited to a Taster Day to discover more about college life.

You will also complete an assessment.

There is no pass or fail, the assessment will simply ensure that you start your course at the right level for you.

Speak to your careers advisor for more information.

Live Chat!

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APPRENTICESHIP Applying for an apprenticeship is slightly different as you will need to be employed or find an employer who is looking for an apprentice.

You have three options:

OPTION 1

Visit our apprenticeships Current Vacancies page, browse through the current vacancies and apply for the one that’s right for you.

ALUMNI CASE STUDY

OPTION 2

If you don’t want to apply for a specific vacancy or can’t find one that’s right for you, but you are interested in doing an apprenticeship in a certain industry, please register with us at engage@nwslc.ac.uk and join our talent pool. or scan the QR code to register Name: Toby Harrison

We will be in touch when we have suitable vacancies.

OPTION 3

If you have found an employer and would like to complete your apprenticeship with NWSLC get in contact with us at, engage@nwslc.ac.uk

Course: Powered Access Apprenticeship

“Apprenticeship experience is great for me as I get to learn on the job. I have been shown how to weld, accurately drill holes and re-cut threads. The best thing about the apprenticeship is learning from the experts and getting paid at the end of it.”

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HOW TO APPLY

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KEY EVENTS 2023/24

Date

Time

Location

23/10/2023

5pm–8pm

Hinckley

Wigston

26/10/2023

5pm–8pm

Nuneaton

Harrowbrook

27/11/2023

5pm–8pm

Hinckley

Wigston

30/11/2023

5pm–8pm

Nuneaton

Harrowbrook

Open Event

MTI

MTI

Facebook Live for Parents 13/12/2023

7pm

Virtual

7pm

Virtual

Facebook Live 17/01/2024

National Apprenticeship Week 05/02/2024

Hinckley

Wigston

08/02/2024

Nuneaton

Harrowbrook

MTI

Open Event 17/04/2024

6pm-8pm

Virtual

Adult Education Focus 17/06/2024

Hinckley

Wigston

20/06/2024

Nuneaton

Harrowbrook

MTI

Other events for your diary 19/03/2024 - 20/03/24

STEAM Into Your Future Event

09/04/2024

Taster Day

0330 058 3000 • nwslc.ac.uk • enquiries@nwslc.ac.uk Information is correct at the time of going to press. Every effort is made to ensure accuracy. The college reserves the right to withdraw or amend courses, entry requirements, fees and details included in this publication. For latest course information please visit the website www.nwslc.ac.uk. © North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College 2023.

Statistics sourced from: www.prospects.ac.uk and www.career-pathways.co.uk

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