JTL partnership will boost Preston's College apprenticeships

Preston's College has boosted its apprenticeship provision by agreeing a long-term partnership with apprenticeship, training and assessment specialist, JTL.

JTL supports more than 3,000 companies and 7,000 apprentices nationally every year. It specialises in electrical, plumbing, heating and ventilation, and engineering maintenance.

The partnership will see the two organisations work together to provide apprentices with high-quality training, delivery and assessment, providing Lancashire employers with an effective solution for their training needs.

Jon Graham, chief executive of JTL, said: “We are delighted to be forming this new strategic relationship with Preston’s College – an organisation we have been working with for many years.

“By bringing the strengths of both organisations together, I am confident that we can provide a great learning environment for our apprentices and continue to improve local skills for the building services sector.”

Dr Lis Smith, principal and chief executive at Preston’s College, added: “Our relationship with JTL will provide a simple and effective solution for Lancashire employers wishing to engage in training, development and assessment in the building services sector.

“The construction sector has witnessed considerable growth over recent years, and with the continued momentum of the Preston, South Ribble and Lancashire City Deal, the partnership will ensure we meet the workforce demands of the local economy. “Equally, partnering with one of the UK’s major training providers will ensure our apprentices continue to receive first class outcomes whilst developing their skills in high quality, technology rich learning spaces.”