Crowther & Shaw, based in Huddersfield, has used the BEST apprenticeship scheme for over ten years, with as many as six apprentices going through the company at any one time.


BEST provides an excellent service and we have been more than happy with the standard of apprentices that have come through our doors. For us, BEST saves a huge amount of time, testing the aptitude of candidates prior to their arrival, inducting them, completing health and safety training and acting as the mediator between the college and Crowther & Shaw. This service, combined with the quality training we supply, makes for a winning combination.” Mark Gledhill, technical director

 

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