Rodbaston College welcomes Gavin Williamson MP to explore new cutting-edge learning facilities

The purpose of the visit was to explore the new and cutting-edge learning facilities on offer at Rodbaston College for residents within his parliamentary constituency to get the skills they need to Skill Up and Stand Out.

The visit began at the new state-of-the-art Net Zero Energy Training Centre, which was formally opened earlier this year, by Councillor Kath Perry, thanks to a £1.6m Getting Building Fund. The centre will support the Government's ‘net zero’ commitment by equipping the local workforce with skills needed to make the transition from carbon-based plumbing to carbon free technologies. The Net Zero Energy Training Centre is equipped with the latest advancements in energy efficiency such as photovoltaic panels, electric vehicle charging, air and ground source heat pump installations and hydrogen boilers as well as energy distribution and management systems.

Following this, Mr Williamson took a return trip to Rodbaston Animal Zone to explore the new T Level teaching facility, recently funded by a Government T Level bid. This provided a wonderful opportunity to hear from students currently studying the Level 3 animal care T Level programme to hear about their experience on the new qualification.

Chief Executive Principal at South Staffordshire College, Claire Boliver, said: “We would like to thank Gavin Williamson MP for visiting our college during Colleges and Careers Week. We are committed to equipping our students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen careers. The visit highlights the importance of ensuring that our students can learn in industry standard facilities to ensure a smooth transition to the workplace post college”.