Local Apprentice Excels in Events and Business Role

Young apprentice gains valuable experience while supporting key projects

At just 18 years old, Niamh Wade has made notable progress in her role within the Events and Projects Team at Luminate Education Group. Having completed a Level 3 qualification in Journalism at Leeds City College’s Quarry Hill campus, Niamh chose to pursue a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship to combine further learning with practical workplace experience.

Balancing Study and Work Responsibilities

The apprenticeship enables Niamh to engage in both structured study and real-world tasks. Her responsibilities include supporting the planning and delivery of events, awareness days, and learner trips. Additionally, she contributes to Teaching, Learning and Assessment (TLA) and quality assurance processes within the department, helping to ensure that projects meet required standards and deadlines.

Applying Skills Across Multiple Areas

Drawing on her background in journalism, Niamh also assists with marketing and promoting events to staff, students, and parents. This involves communicating across various platforms and media, demonstrating her ability to adapt her skills to different contexts.

Positive Feedback from Management

Alisha Brown, Niamh’s manager, has noted her rapid development since joining the team in August. She highlighted Niamh’s attention to detail, time management, and communication skills as strengths that contribute to maintaining high-quality work within set timeframes. Brown also expressed optimism about Niamh’s continued growth in her role.

Developing Confidence and Professional Relationships

Since starting the apprenticeship, Niamh has built strong working relationships across teams and campuses. She has become more confident in asking questions, sharing ideas, and communicating professionally with colleagues. The combination of theoretical learning and practical experience has helped her develop skills in organisation, communication, and problem-solving.

Supportive Environment and Future Ambitions

Niamh credits the supportive atmosphere at Luminate Education Group, including encouragement from her manager and apprenticeship tutor, as a key factor in her progress. She has embraced opportunities to take on new responsibilities and work across different areas within the organisation.

For Niamh, the apprenticeship represents more than just a qualification; it is a foundation for her future career. Reflecting on her experience, she encourages others considering apprenticeships to pursue them, noting the personal and professional growth she has achieved through the opportunity.