Brilliant news from Hartlepool College. Our Student Support team has just retained the Matrix Standard, the UK's gold standard for advice and guidance. Careers, wellbeing, SEND, financial support, our team covers it all, and now they have got the award to prove it. Read more: tinyurl.com/hcnews01

BREAKING NEWS... Keith Downie (Sky Sports) speaks to Gary Riches, Vice Principal at Hartlepool College, ahead of the BIG Apprenticeship Event, this Thursday. With 70 employers attending, it is one of the biggest apprenticeship events of its kind in the North. Full video drops tomorrow A.M.

Daisy chose an Accountancy Apprenticeship after strong GCSE results. Now a first year apprentice at Censis Accountancy she is earning, learning and building confidence at work. Meet 70+ employers at The Original BIG Apprenticeship Event. 12 Feb, 5–8pm, Hartlepool College tinyurl.com/BigAppEvent2...

The Original BIG Apprenticeship Event is back for 2026 at Hartlepool College. Hear from apprentices already learning, working and progressing in real jobs. Meet over 70 employers and explore apprenticeship routes on Thursday 12 February, 5pm to 8pm. >> tinyurl.com/BigAppEvent2...

Marketing Made Simple. Learn Marketing Together. A beginner course that’s clear, practical and free from jargon. Delivered one day a week over 14 weeks from 2 Feb, with small group learning. Free to eligible Tees Valley residents aged 19+. Register your interest: [email protected]

Make a difference to students' lives. Join us on Thursday 11 December from 5.00pm to 6.30pm to explore Learning Support Assistant roles. More info >> bit.ly/hcfeLSAOpenE...

Bring new skills into your marketing team. An apprentice can support campaigns, content, audience engagement, and reporting. Naomi at Gamers@Hart shows how fast apprentices develop when given real responsibility. Your business benefits while they grow. Register your interest: bit.ly/hcfeMCMApp

PC Geoff Coggin joined us today as part of Cleveland Police's 'Operation Sceptre'. Students heard real stories, clear facts and practical ways to stay safe. Operation Sceptre runs all week to keep knives off our streets through education, engagement and enforcement. #HCFERespect #TransformingLives

The Future Is Female - Construction students (L1–L4) kicked off this year’s Future Female Leaders programme with Angela Carney, Caitlin Towers, and Nichola Harrington. From paper bridges to building confidence, it’s all about connection, skills, and growth. #TheFutureisFemale #TransformingLives

The best way to learn about Hartlepool College? Talk to the people who know it best. Open Event: Wed 15th Oct, 5-7pm. Meet lecturers and students. More info >> https://bit.ly/hcfeOEOct25 #TranformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

Need advice on your next step? Meet our Student Support Team at our next Open Event on Wed 15th Oct, between 5.00 – 7.00 pm. • Applications • Career pathways • Support services https://bit.ly/hcfeOEOct25 #TranformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

Tour our state‑of‑the‑art facilities at Hartlepool College. Open Event: Wed 15th Oct, 5–7pm. See classrooms, workshops and more. https://bit.ly/hcfeOEOct25 #TranformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

Try something new at our Open Event ~ Wed 15th Oct, 5–7pm. • Have-a-Go Activities across curriculum areas • Explore your options • Plan your future Link: https://bit.ly/hcfeOEOct25 #TranformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

Our next Open Event is on Wed 15th Oct, 5–7pm. • Explore courses • Meet staff & students • Get expert advice Join us: https://bit.ly/hcfeOEOct25 #TranformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

****L3 EMERGENCY FIRST AID AT WORK**** Gain lifesaving skills in just one day. Taught by qualified first aiders with real-life experience. Next Date: Thurs 30 Oct, 2025 Apply Now >> bit.ly/hcfeEFAWork #TransformingLives #FirstAid #Emergencies

Starting college with us in Sept 2025? If you’ve applied, check your invite for your enrolment interview. Haven’t applied yet? Do it now. Apply: bit.ly/hcfeapplynow More Info: bit.ly/hcfeinfo2526 #TransformingLives #NewLearners #NewTerm

Celebrating our students ~ amongst 400,000 achieving Level 3, vocational, technical & T Level success today. Well done on your achievements ~ and good luck for the exciting journey ahead. #ResultsDay #Vocational #Technical #TLevels #TransformingLives #AllResultsMatter

Flying the Flag for HCFE in Seville Our final #TuringScheme trip of the summer is underway! 13 of our L3 Construction & T Level Surveying students are gaining hands-on experience in Spain - from live builds to summer schools. Proud to see them giving their best! #FlagItHCFE #TransformingLives

Twelve of our Engineering students have just returned from a Turing Scheme placement in Salerno, Italy. Three weeks of hands-on work, cultural discovery and flying the flag for HCFE. Read the full story: bit.ly/hcfenews90 #TransformingLives #ExhchangingCultures #Salerno2025 #TuringScheme

Yesterday we welcomed Year 10s from Easington Academy and Northfield School for our annual #FELife experience. From Health and Care to Policing and Fabrication, students got a real insight into College life. #TransformingLives #CollegeLife #Year10s #Schools

Following on from our teaser reel earlier today, here’s a closer look at Day 3 of #FELife with Year 10s from Dyke House Academy From Construction to Sport and VR Policing, they explored life at College hands-on. Look out for more reels and photos tomorrow. #TransformingLives #CollegeLife #Year10s

Yesterday we welcomed Year 10s from Dyke House School for Day 3 of our #FELife sessions. They got stuck into hands-on tasters in Joinery, Brickwork, Engineering, Catering, Aerospace, VR Policing and more. Today, we welcome Easington & Northfield Schools #TransformingLives #CollegeLife

Lovely to see children from #KiddikinsNursery exploring our Early Years spaces recently. With the support of our students, they took part in sensory play and hands-on learning in our interactive nursery setting. Huge thanks to Linda at Kiddikins for supporting student progression.

From murals and makeovers to raising over £1,000, our College students and staff continue to support @alicehousehospice.bsky.social through our ongoing partnership and patronage. Read More: bit.ly/hcfenews88 #TransformingLives #Community #Charity #Volunteering #Enrichment

Yr 8 & 9 students from High Tunstall and English Martyrs joined us to mark our 10th year celebrating WES’s #INWED25. They explored Mechanical, Aeronautical and Fabrication & Welding in hands-on sessions. Engineering has space for everyone. #WomenInEngineering #TransformingLives

@tanglewoodgames.bsky.social set a live game design brief for our BTEC IT students. Tanglewood: “The creativity, design, and effort were really impressive.” Congrats to Cian Veart, who came out on top with an innovative and challenging game. #HartlepoolCollege #GameDesign #DigitalCareers

Last night we opened our '175 Design Exhibition' ~ celebrating the Creative Class of 2025 and 175 years of Hartlepool College. ~ Level 2 & 3 Art & Design students showcased inspiring, original work. #TransformingLives #Art #Design #Creative

Celebrate the Creative Class of 2025 ~ '175 Design Exhibition' See bold, creative work from Level 2 & 3 Art & Design students. 📅 Tues 17 June 🕓 4.00 – 6.00 pm 📍 Hartlepool College of FE Support the next wave of creative talent! #TransformingLives #Art #Design #Exhibition #Classof2025

Natalie Waistell is using her apprenticeship at Hartlepool College to support Water Babies’ national charity campaign, raising thousands and leading local marketing efforts. Read the story: bit.ly/hcfenews86

WE ARE HARTLEPOOL: Community Bulletin As part of #VolunteersWeek, we’re spotlighting @TheStudioHpool ~ a volunteer-led creative hub offering affordable music spaces & partnerships with organisations. Get involved >> www.thestudiohartlepool.co.uk/volunteer #WeAreHartlepool #TransformingLives

Our Health, Social Care & Early Years students hosted Cleveland Fire Brigade's Befriending Service for an amazing community event! From Hartlepool history quizzes to meaningful conversations about student life 50+ years ago. The connections made were incredible. #CommunityFocus #TransformingLives

Our Hospitality & Catering and Travel & Tourism students are proudly flying the HCFE flag during their Turing Scheme placements in Crete. From kitchens to coastlines, they’re gaining real experience and representing the College with pride. #FlagItHCFE #TuringScheme #Crete

Pipefitting Scholarship – Real Pay. Real Futures. Get paid to train in pipefitting with our ECITB Scholarship: - £60 weekly allowance - Level 2 Diploma - Hands-on experience For ages 16+ with GCSE Grade 4+ in Maths & English 📝 Register by 16 June: bit.ly/ECITBpfschol...

Hartlepool to Crete! Our Travel, Tourism & Aviation and Hospitality & Catering students are now in Crete for their 3-week Turing Scheme placement. They’re gaining hands-on experience, exploring the island, and proudly displaying our flags. #TransformandoVidas #Crete #TuringScheme #FlagItHCFE

Staff wrapped up #MHAW2025 last Friday, with a beach clean and walk along the Hartlepool coast - laughs, fresh air, and great chats. As we hit the final stretch of the year, look after your mental health and keep going. You’ve got this. #TransformingLives #WeAreHCFE #MHAW2025

Our SEN students are leading the way this #MHAW2025, embracing the theme of Community by taking action to support mental well-being. Through daily litter picks, they're not only cleaning up our environment but also fostering connections and promoting belonging. #TransformingLives #OurCommunity

Transform your future with our ECITB Pipefitting Scholarships. £60 weekly allowance / ECITB Level 2 Diploma Real-world experience / Skills for engineering careers Open Event: 11 June, 4–6pm, Scarborough St, Hartlepool. More info: bit.ly/ECITBpfschol... #TransformingLives #ECITB #Pipefitting

#VEDay at Hartlepool College was a powerful reminder of the past and a celebration of community spirit. Thank you to all the students and staff who joined us for the service, activities, and 1940s street party in the Atrium. Your effort and creativity made today something special. #HCFERespect

Almost 150 apprentices from our School of Advanced Manufacturing Engineering showcased their final-year projects at Project Presentation Day. Visitors, guests and employers explored real-world solutions, innovation and skill. Read more: bit.ly/hcfenews85 #PPD2025 #TransformingLives #Apprentices

As part of our VE Day celebrations today, staff and students gathered for a moment of reflection. Paul McCully & Ian Witney read 'The Exhortation', followed by 'The Last Post' & 'Rouse/Kohema' by Graeme Fallowfield and the raising of the flag by our facilities team. #VEDay #LestWeForget

Our students took part in a powerful road safety event in partnership with @clevelandfb.bsky.social. The event included a LIVE rescue demo outside the College with L3 Uniformed Services student Emily Neath-Crannage volunteering as the casualty. Read more and see the photos: bit.ly/hcfenews84

Launch your aviation career with the @AirbourneColour Aircraft Painting Trainee Programme. Starting 9 June 2025, this 6-week course leads to 19 months of paid training and certification. Apply by 27 April: bit.ly/ACTraineeProg @TeesValleyCA #TransformingLives

Our doors are open! Our Visiting Lecturer Open Event is happening NOW until 7pm. Come see how you could teach part-time at Hartlepool College. #TransformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

GET FORKLIFT QUALIFIED! FREE for eligible learners! City & Guilds Level 2 Award in Forklift Truck Operations (Counterbalance) ✅ Hands-on training ✅ Industry-recognised Starts 28 April – limited spaces Apply now: bit.ly/hcfeL2ForkLift #TransformingLives #TeesValley

Do you have industry experience? Put it to good use in Further Education! Thursday 10 April / 5-7pm - Flexible & rewarding - No teaching experience needed Register: bit.ly/hcfeVLOEReg #TransformingLives #VisitingLecturers

Started at Level 1. Now running the workshop. Ryan Robinson’s journey from Hartlepool College student to Autofab’s potential future owner shows the power of apprenticeships. He’s also mentoring new apprentice Ben Maddison. Read more: bit.ly/hcfenews80

Hartlepool College in partnership with @TeesValleyCA are offering Net Zero Scholarships in: - Plating - Civil Operations For ages 16+ £100 a week Industry-backed Sign up: bit.ly/NetZeroSchol... #TransformingLives #NetZero #Scholarships

Congratulations to Matthew Hadnum, a Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician apprentice, who’s won the City & Guilds Livery Company Prize 2025! Supported by the College and Gestamp Tallent, Matthew was recognised at Mansion House, London. 🔗 bit.ly/hcfenews79 #TransformingLives #Apprenticeships

Apply now for the Airbourne Colours - Trainee Programme ~ Start your aviation career with this 6-week aircraft painting course in Tees Valley Open Event at Hartlepool College on Wed 9 April / Drop in: 5-6pm or 6-7pm More info: bit.ly/ACTraineeProg #TransformingLives #HCFEOpenEvents

Do you have industry experience? Put it to good use in Further Education! Thursday 10 April / 5–7pm - Flexible & rewarding - No teaching experience needed Register: bit.ly/hcfeVLOEReg #TransformingLives #VisitingLecturers