The Mindful Apprentice
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice, brought to you by Swindon and Wiltshire Institute of Technology. In this podcast series we want to share stories and information to help make the apprenticeship a success; whether you are an employer or the apprentice. We’ve interviewed a wide range of apprentices, employers, specialists, charities and clinicians to make this series. Wherever you are listening, we hope you’ll find it helpful.
Please go to sawiot.ac.uk/themindfulapprentice for more details.
- Update frequency
- every 2 days
- Average duration
- 15 minutes
- Episodes
- 22
- Years Active
- 2024
The Mindful Apprentice - Careers in Space - Ingmar Kamalagharan's story
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear from Ingmar Kamalagharan, Space to Inspire Lead at the UK Space Agency who gives a fascinating insight into the many and varied careers re…
The Mindful Apprentice - Olivia Scane's Story
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear from Olivia Scane, apprenticeship ambassador and mutli-award winner who is full of good advice.
Presenter: Dominic Arkwright
Producer: Ros…
The Mindful Apprentice - The Timpson Group approach - here's Dan Jenkins to explain more
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear from The Timpson Group's Dan Jenkins, Head of group colleague development. He discusses the role of an employer in making apprenticeships s…
The Mindful Apprentice - Neurodiversity - Sarah Hendrickx Story Pt2
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear the second of two podcasts about neurodiversity featuring Sarah Hendrixx. In this episode Sarah discusses different neurodiverse behaviours…
The Mindful Apprentice - Meg Ginsberg's Story
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear the moving and inspirational story from apprentice, Meg Ginsberg.
Presenter: Dominic Arkwright
Producer: Rosie Runciman
A Sound Doctor product…
The Mindful Apprentice. Professor Sue Black's Story
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear from Professor Sue Black who left school at 16 with very few qualifications and is now a Professor of Computer Science at Durham University…
The Mindful Apprentice - Neurodiversity - Sarah Hendrickx Story Pt1
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we hear the first of two podcasts about neurodiversity featuring Sarah Hendrixx. In this episode Sarah discusses how autism affects her own day to …
The Mindful Apprentice - Sam Bishop answers apprentice questions
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. This episode of the podcast series is slightly different in that we asked a few apprentices what they wished they'd known before they started. We put these to Sam B…
The Mindful Apprentice - Coping Techniques - Other Tactics
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we explore some further coping techniques and demonstrate quick and easy variations for the workplace.
Presenter: Dominic Arkwright
Producer: Rosie R…
The Mindful Apprentice - Coping Techniques - Breathing And Mindfulness
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we explore the benefits of breathing and mindfulness exercises and demonstrate simple exercises for both that you can do quickly and easily at work…
The Mindful Apprentice - What Should I Do If I'm Struggling
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, what should you do if you feel you are struggling with your mental health?
Presenter: Dominic Arkwright
Producer: Rosie Runciman
A Sound Doctor produc…
The Mindful Apprentice - What Help Is Available - Other Sources Of Support
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we find out what help is available if you haven't got access to a suitable network in your workplace or don't want to talk to someone connected wit…
The Mindful Apprentice - What Help Is Available - Your Employer And Training Provider
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we find out where you can go for help, at work and through your training provider.
Presenter: Dominic Arkwright
Producer: Rosie Runciman
A Sound Docto…
The Mindful Apprentice - Spotting The Signs Of Poor Mental Health
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode we look at how to spot the signs of poor mental health at work, in yourself and in colleagues.
The Mindful Apprentice - Managing The Workload
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, how do you manage the workload as you balance study and work?
Presenter: Dominic Arkwright
Producer: Rosie Runciman
A Sound Doctor production
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The Mindful Apprentice - Workplace Relationships
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we examine some of the issues surrounding difficult workplace relationships and how to cope with them.
Presenter: Dominic Arkwright
Producer: Rosie R…
The Mindful Apprentice - What If I'm Not Up To It?
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice.
In this episode, what should you do if you feel you're not up to the apprenticeship and it seems to be too difficult?
Presenter: Dominic Arkwright
Producer: Rosie Runc…
The Mindful Apprentice - Culture Shock
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we look at the culture shock you might experience coming from the classroom if you are a school leaver, or home if you are a returner, and ways of …
The Mindful Apprentice - Making A Success Of Your Apprenticeship
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, what can you do to maximise your chances of having a successful apprenticeship?
Presenter: Dominic Arkwright
Producer: Rosie Runciman
A Sound Doctor p…
The Mindful Apprentice - Is it right for me?
Welcome to The Mindful Apprentice. In this episode, we explore whether an apprenticeship is going to be right for you or whether another route to education and training might suit you better.
Presente…