Bolton College

Today is National Thank a Teacher Day, and this week learners across our main campus and community learning centres have shared hundreds of thank you messages for the teachers and Bolton College team members who have supported them throughout the year.

Some of the lovely messages include:

💙 'Your positivity and hard work make a real difference.'
💙 'You care about us as well as our education.'
💙 'Whenever someone asks me why you're my favourite teacher, my answer is always the same - because you've got a good heart.'

Every learner's journey is shaped by the people who teach, support and encourage them, and today we're celebrating every one of them.

All of the thank you cards will be presented to their recipients at our End-of-Year Celebration, recognising the difference they've made throughout the year.

Our ESOL Adult learners recently took part in an Introduction to First Aid session delivered by Sim from the British Red Cross.

The one-hour workshops helped learners develop practical first aid knowledge and important life skills, supporting them to become more confident and prepared for everyday situations.

The sessions were extremely well received, with many learners expressing an interest in taking part in further first aid and fire safety activities in the future.

A big thank you to Sim and the British Red Cross for delivering these valuable sessions.

Our Engineering learners recently enjoyed a trip to see Concorde at Runway Visitor Park, giving them the opportunity to get up close to one of the most iconic engineering achievements in aviation history.

The visit provided valuable insight into the design, technology and innovation behind supersonic flight, bringing classroom learning to life and helping learners explore the real-world impact of engineering.

From aerospace and manufacturing to mechanical and electrical engineering, experiences like this help learners understand the exciting opportunities available within the industry while developing their knowledge beyond the classroom.

Looking for your next opportunity in Further Education?

We're recruiting for a range of teaching and support roles across Bolton College.

Lecturer A roles:

Construction & Building Services
• Electrical • Plumbing & Gas • Carpentry & Joinery • Brickwork • Professional Build

Engineering & Motor Vehicle
• Mechanical Engineering • Motor Vehicle

Creative & Arts
• Arts & Design • Textiles & Fashion • Ceramics • Floristry

Professional & Academic
• Science (Biology) • Digital • Business • English • ESOL Adults

Care, Education & Public Services
• Early Years • Health & Social Care • Uniformed Public Services

Additional vacancies:
• Transition & Progression Advisor - SEND
• Transition & Progression Advisor - SEND (D/deaf)
• Technician - Plumbing

We're also seeking a Director of People Strategy & Culture to join our senior leadership team.

Director of People Strategy & Culture:
https://www.fea.co.uk/job/bolton-dpsc/

All other vacancies:
https://careers.boltoncollege.ac.uk/

⏰ THIS WEDNESDAY - LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!

Don't miss this opportunity to help shape the skills your industry needs.

Join our Curriculum Specialist Board and help shape and enhance our curriculum to better reflect current workforce needs.

Your involvement will help ensure our learners develop relevant, job-ready skills, while giving your organisation early access to emerging talent and the opportunity to influence future training.

Register your interest: https://bit.ly/june-board

As part of World Refugee Week (15th-21st June) we're inviting you to join a free Language Exchange celebrating the rich mix of languages, cultures and communities that make Bolton such a vibrant place to live.

Whether you speak another language, are learning one, or simply enjoy meeting new people, this is an opportunity to share conversations, learn a few new phrases and discover more about the people who call Bolton home.

• Learn phrases from languages spoken across Bolton
• Meet people from different cultures and backgrounds
• Share your own language and experiences

Everyone is welcome. Drop in at any time and stay for as long as you like.

Yesterday, our Beauty Talent Catwalk brought the jungle to life, with learners showcasing a fantastic range of creative looks inspired by the theme.

The standard of work was exceptional, with learners demonstrating impressive creativity, styling and technical skills.

Congratulations to our winners:

🥇 1st Place - Caitlin Holt (blue corset and feather design)
🥈 2nd Place - Scarlett Hughes (all black design)
🥉 3rd Place - Ellie Mai Oldham (tiger print design)

Well done to everyone who took part. The effort, imagination and talent on display made for a fantastic event.

Creativity, sustainability and community came together for our BTEC Extended Marketing Event in support of Emmaus Bolton.

Working to a live brief, learners developed brand activation ideas to raise awareness of Emmaus amongst young people and highlight the charity's commitment to sustainability.

Throughout the project, learners presented their concepts to Tony Stephenson, CEO of Emmaus Bolton, and Sarah Edge, Communications Manager at Emmaus.

The event featured a range of engaging activities, including a runway challenge where learners created Met Gala-inspired outfits from recycled materials, tote bag workshops with a Pre-Entry Adult ESOL group using scrap fabrics, and interactive displays showcasing the work of Emmaus and the stories of its companions.

It was fantastic to see learners applying their creativity, teamwork and marketing skills to support such an important local charity.

A huge thank you to Emmaus Bolton for their support throughout the project.

🎉 The wait is over! 🎉

After receiving more than 700 nominations and some incredibly tough judging discussions, we're delighted to reveal the shortlist for the Bolton College Awards for Excellence 2026.

From inspiring learners and dedicated team members to outstanding employers, partners and projects, these finalists have been recognised for going above and beyond.

Congratulations to everyone who has made the shortlist. Being selected from such a high number of nominations is a fantastic achievement.

Take a look at this year's finalists below! 👇