London South Bank Technical College recently welcomed senior representatives from Wates Group to explore opportunities for closer collaboration between Wates, London South Bank Technical College and the wider London South Bank University Group.
The visit provided an opportunity for Wates to learn more about the technical education and skills provision at LSBTC, as well as the college's plans for the future development of its campus, courses and facilities.
Connecting education with industry
As a leading technical college, LSBTC is focused on developing the practical skills and knowledge that learners need to progress into careers across a range of industries.
The discussions with Wates Group explored how the college's technical courses and skills provision could connect with the organisation's future talent requirements, creating potential opportunities for learners to gain greater insight into the construction and built environment sectors.
The conversations also looked at how stronger links between education and industry can support the development of the next generation of technical talent.
Exploring opportunities for collaboration
The visit also provided an opportunity to discuss potential areas of future cooperation between Wates Group and LSBTC.
These could include collaboration around capital projects and facilities, talent recruitment, site visits and opportunities for industry professionals to share their knowledge and experience with learners.
Working closely with employers can help ensure technical education remains connected to the needs of industry, while giving learners greater exposure to potential career pathways and the organisations operating within them.
Building connections across the LSBU Group
The discussions also form part of the wider opportunities for collaboration between Wates Group and the London South Bank University Group.
By connecting further education, higher education and industry, the partnership has the potential to create opportunities across different stages of the learner journey, supporting progression from technical education into higher level study and employment.
London South Bank Technical College looks forward to continuing discussions with Wates Group and exploring how closer collaboration could support learners, employers and the wider skills needs of the sector.
Through stronger connections between education and industry, LSBTC continues to build opportunities that help prepare learners for the future workforce.
