North East-based training provider NC Group has secured formal approval from Pearson, the UK’s leading awarding body, to deliver higher education qualifications, making it one of a select group of fully independent training providers (ITPs) in the UK with this status. Following a rigorous inspection by Pearson and the Joint Council for Qualifications, NC […]
International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) is a global initiative by the Women’s Engineering Society (WES) which promotes the incredible contributions of women engineers worldwide and works towards breaking down barriers and inspiring the next generation of girls and young women. This year, the theme is #TogetherWeEngineer. The Current Trends Women are still significantly […]
North East-based apprenticeship and commercial training provider NC Group has announced the appointment of Julie Knight, who joins the business as a fractional HR Leader at the board level. Her appointment follows NC Group’s recent celebration of being awarded an Ofsted Outstanding rating, achieved at its first full inspection. Julie joins NC Group after […]
On Thursday, the 5th of June 2025, we welcomed guests to our first-ever Celebration Evening at the Redworth Hall Hotel. The evening was all about recognising the hard work, dedication, and success of our incredible apprentices and sharing that celebration with our valued partners. It was also the perfect moment to celebrate our recent Ofsted […]
We’re incredibly proud to share a recent achievement that perfectly highlights the calibre of talent and community spirit we cultivate within our apprenticeship programs. At NC Group, we believe in empowering our apprentices with practical, impactful challenges that not only refine their technical skills but also connect them with the rich heritage of our local […]
NC Group Leadership Teams Up for Charity at Stadium of Light On May 22, 2025, a spirited group of over 30 local business leaders, including NC Group’s CEO Lee Childs, Operations Director Neil Mounsey, Engineering Tutor Darren Grainger, and Board Member Stuart Johnson, took to the hallowed turf of Sunderland’s Stadium of Light for a […]
Celebrating Excellence at the 2025 Make Your Mark Awards On May 8, 2025, the Coleman Suite at Hardwick Hall Hotel in Sedgefield became the epicentre of innovation, leadership, and community spirit as the Aycliffe Business Make Your Mark Awards recognised outstanding individuals and organisations from Newton Aycliffe and the surrounding region. Among the night’s most […]
NC Group celebrates as Ofsted rates training provider outstanding in all areas We are celebrating a “top class” rating across the board after Ofsted declared its apprenticeship provision outstanding. Our 2023 monitoring report suggested we were making significant progress, with only a couple of areas suggested for slight improvement. But now, after a full […]
NC Group, a leading provider of engineering manufacturing training, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea Dodd as its new Quality Manager. With extensive experience in quality management and a strong track record of success, Andrea is set to bring valuable expertise to the organization as it continues to drive excellence across its operations. […]
NC Group, has proudly earned the Bronze Award for the Better Health at Work initiative, recognizing its ongoing commitment to promoting the health and wellbeing of its employees. This prestigious award highlights the company’s dedication to creating a supportive and healthy work environment, where employees can thrive both physically and mentally. The Better Health at […]