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Gatewen Training Services has successfully secured UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Multiply funding to support the development of a new skills academy on Wrexham Industrial Estate. The funding marks another significant step forward in expanding skills provision and...

A bit of healthy sibling rivalry proved successful this week as Hannah Ellis-Roberts and her brother Richard both achieved first-time passes in their Cat C+E driving tests at Gatewen Training Services. The pair had previously completed their Cat C training with the...

Representatives from Kronospan UK recently visited the JCB Skills Academy to explore the innovative training and employability initiatives being delivered through the North East Wales Skills Academy (NEWSA) programme. During the visit, Ben Spruce and members of the...

Gatewen Training Services is proud to be supporting Coleg Cambria with the Industrial Cadets Bronze project for school pupils across Wrexham, delivered in partnership with Net World Sports. The programme is designed to help young people develop key skills for...

Industry leaders, employers and training partners recently came together at the JCB Skills Academy for a well-attended presentation focused on the future of warehousing and the evolving skills needs of the logistics sector. The session explored developments in...

Gatewen Training Services is proud to continue supporting the work of Pwrpas MENtal Health Awareness and North Wales Men’s Walking Football, helping to promote both physical activity and positive mental wellbeing across the region. The initiative continues to provide...

The growing demand for mental health support and awareness was highlighted this week after a North East Wales Skills Academy (NEWSA) Mental Health Awareness session attracted almost double the expected number of attendees. While organisers would normally expect around...

The JCB Skills Academy recently welcomed members of Blind Veterans UK for a memorable visit celebrating lifelong learning, shared experiences and the value of community connection. Among the visitors was Jim, aged 98, who joined the army as an apprentice at just 18...

One of the graduates from the North East Wales Skills Academy (NEWSA) programme delivered an inspiring presentation at the OLESG event in Wrexham this week, highlighting the life-changing impact of skills training and employability support. Since leaving HMP Berwyn...

The JCB Skills Academy began the week with a packed schedule of training delivery, partnership meetings and employability activity focused on supporting communities and creating opportunities across North Wales. The morning saw Cohort 1 of The King's Trust begin the...

Another busy and productive week at the JCB Skills Academy has highlighted the growing impact of partnership working, skills development and community collaboration across North Wales. During the week, nine learners took part in The King's Trust “Get into...

Year 11 pupils from Ysgol Y Grango recently visited the JCB Skills Academy as part of an innovative new vocational skills pilot programme designed to introduce young people to future career opportunities across key sectors. The programme is being delivered through a...

Representatives from Gatewen Training Services recently returned to Ysgol Y Grango alongside former pupil Craig Weeks to speak with Year 9 learners about future career opportunities and vocational pathways. The visit formed part of ongoing efforts to strengthen links...

A warehousing skills project delivered in partnership with Caia Park Partnership Ltd is helping learners develop new skills and progress towards employment opportunities within the logistics and warehousing sector. As part of the initiative, learners at the JCB Skills...

The final paperwork for the 2024/25 North East Wales Skills Academy (NEWSA) programme has now been officially submitted, marking the successful completion of a major skills and employability initiative funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Since launching from...

Representatives from leading regional employers recently came together to discuss the ongoing work of Pwrpas MENtal Health Awareness and the growing importance of supporting mental health and wellbeing within workplaces and communities. The meeting included...

Gatewen Training Services has proudly been awarded the prestigious Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award in recognition of its long-standing commitment to supporting the armed forces community across North Wales. The ERS Gold Award...

A Year 10 pupil from Ysgol Y Grango has recently been gaining valuable workplace experience with the admin team at Gatewen Training Services as part of a developing work experience initiative aimed at supporting young people into future careers. Aisha, who has also...

Gatewen Training Services is proud to announce that it has joined The Institute of Employability Professionals as a Corporate Member. The Institute of Employability Professionals (IEP) is the UK’s only professional membership institute dedicated specifically to the...

Pwrpas MENtal Health Awareness was proud to attend Wrexham’s Strongest Man event this weekend at Tŷ Pawb, helping to promote the importance of mental health awareness and wellbeing. The event highlighted an important message — that mental wellbeing deserves the same...

Gatewen Training Services will be delivering a three-day CSCS course starting on 8th September at Wrexham University in partnership with Communities for Work Plus. A limited number of funded places will be available for unemployed learners living in Wrexham, with...

A touching surprise at the office proved to be a powerful reminder of the positive impact that community engagement and partnership working can have. After popping into the office yesterday, a heartfelt letter was handed over from pupils and staff at Ysgol Sant Dunawd...

George is a powerful example of how the right support, determination and opportunity can completely transform a person’s life. Since his release from prison just 10 months ago, George has successfully completed a vocational programme, passed his FLT test, secured...

Over the past couple of days, young people from across the region have taken part in sessions focused on skills development, careers and future opportunities. The first session was delivered to a group of Year 11 pupils from Ysgol Rhiwabon, while the second involved...

Partners from education, employability and community organisations came together to discuss future skills gaps, careers advice and the growing importance of meaningful information, advice and guidance supported by accurate labour market intelligence. The discussions...

Young people across North Wales are being given the opportunity to experience realistic workplace scenarios and explore future career pathways through the use of advanced simulation technology. One recent session even saw a 16-year-old learner using a simulator to...

Over the past nine months, the North East Wales Skills Academy (NEWSA) programme has supported hundreds of individuals across North Wales through training, employability support and skills development initiatives. Since launching from a standing start, the programme...

The JCB Skills Academy recently welcomed partners from across North Wales for both the regional Communities for Work Plus meeting and the monthly Wrexham Employability Projects meeting. The sessions brought together local authorities, training providers, employability...

A collaborative careers session this week provided two young people from Caia Park with the opportunity to explore future career pathways and gain valuable insight into the world of work. The visit brought together employers, training providers and community partners...

An innovative milestone was reached this week with what is believed to be the first training session delivered in Welsh using a Tenstar Simulation AB driving simulator. The session formed part of the evolving North East Wales Skills Academy 2.0 skills programme, which...

Téa’s journey is another powerful example of how training and partnership working can help transform lives and open doors to new career opportunities. Previously working in a local café, Téa had always aspired to pursue a career in engineering. A few months ago, she...

The driver training team at Gatewen Training Services has successfully completed the annual National Register of LGV Instructors (NRI) audit, reinforcing the organisation’s ongoing commitment to high-quality driver training standards. The National Register of LGV...

As National Lorry Week draws to a close, new figures continue to highlight the vital importance of the logistics sector and the growing need to attract the next generation of HGV drivers into the industry. According to the Road Haulage Association report Lorry...

A new collaboration between Wrexham Leadership Alliance and AMRC Cymru is being hailed as a potentially transformational project for skills, communities and the future economy of North Wales. Over the past three years, Wrexham Leadership Alliance has worked closely...

Pwrpas MENtal Health Awareness continues to make a positive impact across the region through its ongoing work supporting mental health awareness, wellbeing and community engagement. While the organisation is proud of the progress made to date, it recognises that there...

Representatives from WeMindTheGap and Careers Wales visited the Wrexham off-road training centre this week to discuss future skills needs, employability opportunities and work placements for young people across the region. Despite challenging weather conditions, the...

WeMindTheGap and Gatewen Training Services are continuing to work together to help create meaningful opportunities for young people across the region. During a recent visit to Gatewen Training Services, Damo successfully passed his counterbalance and reach truck FLT...

Members of the Wrexham Leadership Alliance visited Ysgol Morgan Llwyd this week to officially launch an innovative new AI-powered Information, Advice and Guidance initiative — the first programme of its kind in Wales. Over the coming year, approximately 750 pupils are...

Gatewen Training Services has achieved a significant milestone after becoming the first organisation to secure the Information and Advice Quality Framework (IAQF) mark in conjunction with the nationally recognised matrix Standard. The matrix Standard is the Department...

Three young learners have successfully passed their LGV tests last week, marking an important step towards building the next generation of professional drivers. With fewer than 2% of LGV drivers in the UK currently under the age of 25, the logistics sector faces a...

A generous donation from Kronospan is set to help keep the joinery department at Ysgol Morgan Llwyd supplied for the next two years after 40 sheets of MDF were delivered to the school on Friday morning. The initiative highlights the positive impact...

Coleg Cambria has launched its “Arrive and Alive” road safety initiative to help educate young and new drivers on the devastating consequences of careless driving and the importance of staying safe on the roads. We are very proud to be supporting the initiative...

Gatewen Training Services were thrilled to be proud sponsors of the Secondary School of the Year award at The Leader 2025 Education Awards on 13th March 2025! Held at St David’s, Village Hotel in Ewloe, this event celebrated the outstanding achievements of schools...

Gatewen Training Services has become the first business in Wales to receive full accreditation under the Information and Advice Quality Framework (IAQF) Wales, marking a significant milestone in the company's history. This achievement underscores Gatewen's unwavering...

Gatewen Training Services welcomed Laura Nelson and Gavin H. from RTITB to NEWSA this morning for discussions on the future of logistics training. RTITB (Road Transport Industry Training Board) is a leading authority on workplace transport training, setting industry...

The urgent call to break down systemic barriers for women in male-dominated industries is louder than ever. In the UK, less than 10% of forklift truck drivers are women, but two determined single mums from Wrexham are setting out to change that statistic. Kirsty (30)...

Former Wrexham AFC player Blaine Hudson is embracing new challenges as he steps into a career beyond football! After years on the pitch, Blaine has now completed his HGV lorry driver training with Gatewen Training Services, following in his father’s footsteps and...

Former students of Ysgol y Grango in Rhosllanerchrugog have headed back to their old school with a mission to inspire current students, boost their confidence in future careers, open their mind to the local opportunities and motivate them to pursue academic and...

Sarah Atherton MP visit - It was fantastic to be able to welcome Sarah Atherton MP, who visited our Head Office in Llay this week.  We were able to give her an overview of the extensive programme of commercial training opportunities we provide for individuals and...

At Gatewen Training Services, we are proud to announce the addition of a new lorry to our ever-expanding fleet, and in celebration of World Mental Health Day, we have had it decked out with graphics promoting the work of the men’s mental health charity Pwrpas.com....