Live in Torbay and thinking of starting your own business? Join our FREE four-week programme and you’ll learn all the skills and knowledge you need to turn your business idea into a reality. Taking place at EPIC Centre in Paignton, the workshops will introduce the basics of how to start a business. The sessions will
Read MoreKickstart your career with the Torbay Apprenticeships Fair
The Torbay Apprenticeships Fair returns and will be held at the Riviera International Conference Centre on Wednesday 8th February from 2 to 7pm. Taking place during National Apprenticeship Week 2023, the Fair provides a space for employers, training providers and anyone wanting to learn about the amazing opportunities through apprenticeships. The free event showcases hundreds
Read MoreFree maths and numeracy courses for adults in Torbay
Adults in Torbay who want to improve their maths and numeracy skills can now sign up for free courses thanks to a new government initiative. Multiply is a government-funded programme aimed at adults who do not already have a GCSE grade C/4 or higher in Maths or an equivalent subject. It hopes to give people
Read MoreOfficial Opening
Last Friday Partners came together for a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open the new wing at Mayfield School in Torquay. Managed by TDA, The £1.5m project was funded by Torbay Council as part of the Children’s Services Capital Programme to improve facilities for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and disabilities. Find
Read MoreLatest News – TDA Newsletter – Heads Up
Welcome to this Special Edition of the TDA Schools Capital newsletter! In this edition we bring you information on energy saving and sustainability at a time when costs are rising rapidly. We will inform you of our Sustainability Plans and the actions we are taking to tackle this global climate challenge. Find out more in our latest edition of Heads Up
Read MoreLatest News – TDA Newsletter – Heads Up
It’s been another busy term for our Education Team. Read some of the highlights in our latest edition of Heads Up here >
Read MoreWorks completed on new £1.5m wing at Mayfield School
Works on a new wing at Mayfield School in Torquay have been completed, providing additional facilities and space for pupils with complex education, health and care needs. The school now benefits from 1:1 office and session rooms, group session rooms, a training room, mobility washrooms, accessible kitchens and storage areas thanks to the new extension.
Read MoreApple Day Returns to Cockington Court
Cockington Court’s Apple Day will take place on Sunday 16 October between 11am and 4pm with free entry to the public. A traditional apple press on the front lawn will be the star attraction with demonstrators turning apples into juice and describing how to transform the juice into delicious homemade scrumpy. Visitors are welcome to
Read MoreTorbay Council helps fund project which will feed families on a budget
Families struggling with the cost of living are being offered an opportunity to cook healthy meals at affordable prices. Staff and volunteers at Turning Heads Community Kitchen provide the ingredients and recipes for a meal and dessert at an affordable price. They’ve also made online videos of the team preparing the meals so people know
Read MoreTorbay’s Biggest Jobs Fair Returns
Torbay Jobs Fair will return on Friday 14 October from 10am-12pm at Torquay Town Hall after last year’s event was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dozens of local employers will be advertising hundreds of live vacancies in administration, care, construction, customer service, hospitality, retail, sales and more. The event is free to attend and
Read MoreLocal employers invited to fill vacant positions at Torbay Jobs Fair
The Torbay Jobs Fair is returning this October and local employers are being invited to book a free stand to advertise and fill their vacancies. The popular event will take place from 10am-12pm on Friday 14 October at Torquay Town Hall with organisers expecting hundreds to attend. Employers will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face
Read MoreStill an opportunity to have your say on Torbay’s Economic Growth Strategy
The consultation on the draft Torbay Economic Growth Strategy is still open and Torbay Council would like to hear from those who live, work and own a business in the Bay on the priorities and actions mentioned in it. This new strategy, which has come from evidence gathered from economic data, speaking to key stakeholders,
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