Carpentry student reaches semi-finals in Apprentice Competition
Fri, 22 May 2015
Tameside College Carpentry apprentice Reece Halson has made it through to the semi-finals of a nationwide search to find the Screwfix Trade Apprentice of 2015.
Reece who is studying Level three Carpentry and Joinery at Tameside College has seen off competition from across the nation to become one of only 30 apprentices to make it through to the semi-finals. He has shown his ability to go above and beyond what is expected of a trade apprentice whilst showing enthusiasm, professionalism and a desire to succeed.
The Screwfix Trade Apprentice of 2015 competition’s aim to recognise and reward those trade apprentices for going the extra mile. The winner will receive a £10,000 ultimate business and trade prize bundle, which will include the essentials they need to get a kick-start in the industry. Reece said: “I’m really excited to have got through to the semi-finals of the Screwfix Trade Apprentice competition. It’s fantastic that Screwfix are recognising and supporting apprentices and giving us a helping hand. It’s not easy to make it in the industry so this kind of competition is great for gaining exposure for the work that I do.”
Screwfix Marketing Director, John Mewett said: “Reece is a perfect example of a young, future tradesman who is driven to succeed within the industry and we need to help them jump start their career by championing those that make themselves stand out from the crowd. I’d like to wish all of the semi-finalists the best of luck!”
Along with the ultimate business and trade bundle worth £10,000, the winner of ‘Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2015’ will also be provided with £2,000 worth of Screwfix vouchers for their college to spend on workshop equipment, helping colleges to continue to provide outstanding services for tomorrow’s trade professionals.
Reece’s Tutor, Dean Donelon added: “We’re so proud of Reece for getting through to the semi-finals of the Screwfix Trade Apprentice of 2015 competition. He constantly strives to better himself and learn more about his trade as well as giving 100% on his course. He is an absolute credit to Tameside College and the Construction & Building Services department. We wish him the best of luck.”
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