Port Training Services (PTS) are delighted to announce that following their recent full Ofsted inspection of the delivery of the Port Operative Apprenticeship programme, the overall effectiveness of PTS has been graded as Good.
Paul Parry, Head of Training, said: “I’m absolutely delighted to have received this grade on behalf of PTS following a very thorough inspection from Ofsted inspectors. This grade is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our fantastic team, made up of colleagues from within PTS and the Port of Blyth. The team have worked hard to achieve the ‘Good’ rating, and in areas we were graded ‘Outstanding’. I’d like to thank our employers and apprentices for their input into this inspection. PTS will continue to work with our stakeholders to ensure we build on this great result and further improve our service.”
Martin Lawlor, Port of Blyth Chief Executive, commented: “I would like to extend my congratulations to everyone at PTS on this achievement, which is something the team should be very proud of. This recognition reflects the quality and impact of the team’s work, particularly through the Port Operative Apprenticeship programme, which provides apprentices across the UK with the essential skills, recognised qualifications, and hands-on experience needed to perform safely and effectively in a demanding operational environment.”
Read the full report from the inspection here: PTS Ofsted Inspection Report
About Port Training Services
PTS are the training division of the Port of Blyth, delivering fully accredited, industry recognised qualifications across multiple sectors including heavy industrial, offshore renewables and the port sector, ensuring delegates receive the knowledge, training, and skills for them to operate safely and competently.
As the leading provider of the Port Operative Apprenticeship Program in the UK, PTS is passionate about developing a highly skilled workforce of the future. PTS train all of the Port of Blyth’s Operatives and PTS’ team of experienced training instructors travel the country to deliver port-specific apprenticeships, NVQs & other cross-sector qualifications to apprentices located at ports across the UK.
