News and Insights

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From determination to fulfilment: Mohamed’s early career journey at Wates Residential
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Building confidence, culture and career: Charlene’s career journey with Wates
Hazel Goodall
Hazel Goodall reflects on an inspiring first year as a trainee at Wates Residential
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Kelly Grant: From hairdressing to social value – an apprenticeship career journey
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Building her future with Wates: How our apprenticeship supported Holly’s growth into a rewarding career
What’s life like as a management trainee? Discover first-hand experiences!
What’s life like as a management trainee? Discover first-hand experiences!
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Lauren, Design Management Trainee
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Kian, Production Management Trainee
Tanvir, former Bid Management Trainee
Tanvir, former Bid Management Trainee
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Chardae, Commercial Management Trainee
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Khushi, Design Management Trainee
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Amelia, Building Services Management Trainee
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Frequently asked questions
Building more than just structures in Hartlepool
Building more than just structures in Hartlepool
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Starting strong: Essential tips for navigating your first job
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Building your personal brand: A guide for early career professionals
Hannah, Business Admin Apprentice at Wates Construction giving a talk
Reimagining careers in construction: Meet Hannah Foster, Business Administration Apprentice at Wates Construction
Celebrating and recognising our promoted trainees at our special awards event
Celebrating and recognising our promoted trainees at our special awards event
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What soft skills are needed for apprenticeships?
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Inside the role of a Site Manager at the AESC UK Gigafactory Project
Lewis Drury
Meet Lewis Drury: From Apprentice to Quantity Surveyor at Wates
Clare Bonthrone
Meet Clare: From Apprentice to Finance Manager at Wates
Jacob Oxley
T Level Student: Jacob Oxley
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Chardae’s journey: breaking barriers in the built environment
Jess Jonas
Meet a trainee: Jess Jonas
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Meet a trainee: Oltjon Aliaj
Sufyaan Akhtar
Meet a Trainee: Sufyaan Akhtar
Sarah Stockley
My apprenticeship empowers me to do something different
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Championing young talent
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