Employers Delivering Higher Level Apprenticeships
Employers we work with in the delivery of Higher Level Apprenticeships include Thompson Aero Seating, Nu Line Utilities, Kingspan Water & Energy, Almac, Randox, Norbrook, SP McKeown & Co. Chartered Accountants, Haldane Fisher, Wood Innovations, Re-Gen Waste, Newry BID, MJM Marine, First Derivative, SlurryKat and Resonate Testing Limited.
Mackle Petfoods
“Over the years our collaboration with SRC has yielded remarkable results in enhancing our workforce in both our Engineering and Marketing departments and we would like to extend the HLA programme internally to include IT, Finance and Factory Management opportunities. We expect high standards of dedication and commitment from our apprentices, and in return, we provide unwavering support to guide them to become an integral part of our business. We rely on their fresh perspective to contribute to their respective roles while gaining extensive mentorship, training, and practical experience."
EOS IT Solutions
"HLA recruitment has been very beneficial for EOS during the past few years. We have brought in some excellent apprentices who have made significant contributions to our business. We feel the model suits our employment needs very well, and we see the benefit of apprentices continuing to learn at college. We have now have 7 HLAs on our headcount across all business functions and we hope to further grow this number in future."
MTM Engineering Ltd
"MTM is now entering its third year of hiring Higher Level Apprentices through Southern Regional College. The programme offers an excellent opportunity for individuals to gain hands-on experience while achieving a recognised academic qualification. It has proven to be a very successful route for developing talent within our company. Our experience with SRC has always been extremely positive — the team is approachable, responsive, and genuinely supportive. Nothing is ever too much trouble. We look forward to continuing our partnership."
First Derivative
"Hiring a Higher-Level Apprentice (HLA) offers a company a cost-effective way to develop skilled talent tailored to their specific needs. HLAs contribute from day one, combining academic learning with practical experience in areas of Business and FinTech. They help address skills gaps, improve productivity, and often bring fresh perspectives and digital know-how into the business. Employers benefit from increased staff loyalty, improved retention, and enhanced reputation as a supportive, forward-thinking workplace as HLAs are a smart investment for long-term growth."
Norbrook Laboratories
“The HLA programme is an excellent platform for individuals to develop critical life skills and gain invaluable work experience while achieving a qualification. It has helped us train and develop apprentices who have contributed to the success of our company, enhancing the future of veterinary pharmaceuticals."
McElmeel Mobility Services
“Having an apprentice as part of our team is very rewarding for both the company and the employee. The apprentice is bringing their knowledge and skills into the business, allowing us to embrace new ideas and processes. We have found this beneficial when looking at how we can plan for future growth. In turn, we are able to mentor the apprentice, providing any relevant work based experience and practical solutions to their College based learning. We hope to continue working alongside SRC in the future."