SWDT Prospectus 2027-2028 - Flipbook - Page 6
WE’RE PROUD TO BE
PART OF THE NEIoT
We are proud to be part of the North
East Institute of Technology (NEIoT), a
partnership bringing together further
education colleges, universities and
employers to develop the higher-level
technical skills the North East needs.
The NEIoT focuses on sectors including
engineering, advanced manufacturing,
digital, construction and other areas
where there is a strong demand for
highly skilled people.
Through our connection with the
NEIoT, our learners can benefit from
opportunities that extend beyond traditional college study. The partnership brings
together education and industry, helping to ensure that technical education
remains closely aligned with the skills employers are looking for.
More opportunities. More progression. More possibilities.
From Apprentice to Permanent Engineer:
Spencer’s Journey at SWDT
Spencer Davies turned his interest in engineering
at school into a career through an apprenticeship
at South West Durham Training (SWDT). After
studying Design Technology and Mechanical
Engineering, he completed an Engineering
Technician – Technical Support Technician
apprenticeship, combining day release at SWDT
with valuable hands-on workplace experience.
Spencer now works at Durham University’s
Centre for Advanced Instrumentation, supporting
mechanical design, manufacturing and metrology.
He has secured a permanent position at Durham
University and is continuing his development
through an HNC and degree apprenticeship
programme.
His journey shows how an apprenticeship
can provide the practical skills, experience
and qualifications needed to build a career in
engineering.
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“I have developed skills
around teamwork and
working as a group. I
have gained confidence
in my work and
technical knowledge,
as well as my attention
to detail, which is
important when
working to such small
tolerances”
