100+ jobs supported by HIE in Moray in 2023/24
As a result of HIE’s support, businesses in Moray are forecast to see combined turnover rise by more than £85m and international sales by almost £14m.
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The partners who held a pop-up event in Skye last week to help tackle childcare shortages on the island plan to build on a successful start with further activities.
Highland Council and Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) organised the drop-in session with Care and Learning Alliance (CALA), UHI, Portree Nursery, Skills Development Scotland and Fàs Mòr at Portree Nursery on Saturday 27 April.
The family friendly pop up and play event provided the opportunity to share views on the impact of limited childcare places, and to provide advice and support for anyone looking at a career in childcare.
Kirsty Hunter from CALA said: “At least four of those coming along were actively thinking about setting up as childminders which is great news. Every childcare place will make a difference to a Skye family. The session was an excellent opportunity to share ideas and as partners we’re now looking at further possibilities to engage with local people.”
The group hopes to tap into future community events across Skye, including school and community ‘open days’ etc.
Kirsty added: “Reliable childcare and early learning is so important: for our children; our local workforce; and in providing rewarding career opportunities. Skye does have nursery job opportunities. As part of next steps the partners would like to work with local employers and senior pupils at school to explore placements and apprenticeships.”
The group has prepared a quick guide for anyone interested in a childcare career – covering work, learning, professional development and registration. It also has a list of partner contacts for further information.
As a result of HIE’s support, businesses in Moray are forecast to see combined turnover rise by more than £85m and international sales by almost £14m.
Figures compiled by HIE show that businesses and communities supported by the agency in 2023/24 are set to create or retain more than 1,200 jobs across the region.
Six talented young people working at HIE over the past two years have secured permanent positions, bringing fresh perspectives and valuable skills to HIE’s economic and community development efforts.
£250k helped leverage a further £3.6m in national investment
Event in Portree on Saturday 27 April to encourage more people into the profession
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