Higher Apprentice returns to former school to highlight career opportunities

Higher Apprentice Aaron Cocking returned to his former school, Kings of Wessex Academy, for its recent careers fair to highlight the range of career opportunities available at Heidelberg Materials UK.

Aaron attended the annual event alongside Simon Parkes, Unit Manager, and Kyle Boyd, Production Supervisor, to talk to students about jobs in the construction and minerals sector.

“It was great to go back to my old school and show students that there are many different pathways to a successful career in this industry,” said Aaron.

“My higher apprenticeship has allowed me to take on responsibility and gain hands-on experience that I couldn’t get in a classroom, and I hope I encouraged a few of them to consider going down this route.” 

Sally Devlin, Employability Co-Ordinator at The Kings of Wessex Academy, said: “Thank you so much for taking the time to join us, our students really valued the chance to talk with you and learn more about the opportunities within Heidelberg Materials.”