We now talk about things like the ‘gig’ economy, zero hour contracts and the skill demands of companies. In response, the government is pushing apprenticeships, soon there will be T-Levels (similar to A-Levels) focused on technical learning and, moreover, the government’s industrial strategy has identified the main elements of change: Artificial Intelligence and Digital, Clean Growth, Future of Mobility and the Ageing Society.

The project also injects immediate investment into the North West construction industry, its supply chain and into new apprenticeship opportunities which, in the current climate, is more important than ever.” The new city centre campus is the first phase of  one of the largest co-created and co-funded projects the post-16 education sector has ever seen , in what is a funding collaboration between LTE Group, Greater Manchester Combined Authority, Greater Manchester Local Enterprise Partnership and Manchester City Council, alongside commercial backing from Santander.

In her previous role as Executive Director at Seetec, she was responsible for the strategic leadership, development, growth and direction of the apprenticeships, skills and quality directorates. Having worked in the apprenticeships and skills sector for over 25 years, Melanie is now ensuring quality of provision and a clear growth strategy for both MOL and Total People.