At Herefordshire, Ludlow & North Shropshire College, we believe that strong employer partnerships are essential in helping our students connect education with real-world opportunities. By working with us, your organisation can directly influence the skills, confidence and career readiness of the next generation of local talent.
Why Get Involved?
- Partnering with us through our Patron Scheme gives you the chance to:
- Inspire young people with careers events, talks and workshops
- Support students with subject-specific insights and real workplace context
- Help learners understand industry expectations and essential skills
- Spot emerging talent early and build a pipeline of potential future employees
- Strengthen your profile within the community as a business that invests in skills development
Ways You Can Support Students
We welcome employer involvement in a variety of meaningful ways, such as:
- Careers fairs and talks – share your sector experience and career pathways
- Course-specific workshops – bring real workplace challenges and expertise into the classroom
- Mock interviews and CV advice – help students prepare for applications and interviews
- Apprenticeship opportunities – offer structured, funded training that benefits your business and the learner
- Work placements and work experience – give students insight into the workplace and essential employability skills
- Mentoring and employer forums – support strategic careers planning and curriculum relevance
The Benefits for Employers
Working with HLNSC isn’t just good for students — it’s good for business too. By offering meaningful experiences and training opportunities, you can:
- Access a motivated pool of local young talent
- Enhance your workforce’s supervisory and mentoring skills
- Increase your visibility and reputation within the community
- Contribute to building a skilled, job-ready future workforce
Get Involved Today
Whether you’re a small business or a larger employer, there are flexible ways to connect with our students.
