Tourism Masterclass Series Launched with Keynote Speakers 17 Sep 2009
After a successful Masterclass half day seminar 'Leadership in Challenging Times’, Tourism Skills Network South West are now busy preparing for the next in the series of events.
‘Creating a Service Excellence Reputation’, highlighting expert viewpoints from key speakers on how to remain competitive through customer focus (Bristol event). These short, intensive shots of inspiration are designed to stimulate ideas so tourism and hospitality businesses can take these back to their businesses and action them. more...
Launch of new Lightbulb Masterclasses. 28 Jul 2009
The Tourism Skills Network South West is delighted to announce new Lightbulb Masterclasses for 2009/2010. more...
Assistant Regional Skills Support Officer Vacancy 24 Feb 2009
A part-time vacancy for an Assistant Regional Skills Support Officer has arisen with Destination Bristol working for the Tourism Skills Network South West. more...
The Social Media Revolution 1 Dec 2008
A reference guide to using social media within the travel industry is now available. Shaa Wasmund, a leading internet entrepreneur and guest speaker at our recent marketing Master Class in November highlighted social media as an essential marketing route and area of high growth. more...
Funding for FREE Master Classes 10 Nov 2008
In partnership with Train to Gain, we are delighted to announce new funding available for businesses to access up to 4 Master Classes completely free of charge (subject to eligibility). more...
STEM Partnership Manager Vacancy 3 Oct 2008
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) Partnership Manager. 33 month fixed-term/secondment opportunity until July 2011. Circa £33,000 p/a. Taunton.
The STEM Partnership Managers vacancy is for 33 months (until July 2011), fixed-term or potential secondment opportunity to the Regional Skills Partnership (RSP). The post holder will manage the RSP’s STEM activity and be responsible for the development of a regional STEM web portal and programme of events which aim to inform and bring together all those interested in developing the STEM skills of the current and future workforce. more...
TSN Newsletter 20 Aug 2008
The TSN 2008 Newsletter is now available and packed with information on training and skills development activities that took place in the South West throughout 2008. more...
New Master Classes Announced 6 Aug 2008
The third series of Master Classes in The Tourism and Hospitality Executive Proramme have been announced. more...
Devon Vacancy 30 Jul 2008
Devon County Council are currently advertising 2 Economic Development Officer vacancies. One post will be responsible for managing the successful Devon Tourism Skills Network and delivering a number of other business support, skills and training initiatives. The other post will be responsible for managing a range of economic development activities including ICT, Infrastructure and the Devon Brand. more...
Aspiring Managers Graduate from the 07-08 Development Programme 19 Mar 2008
On the 19th March 2008, graduates from the 07-08 Aspiring Managers Development Programme gathered at the 'Embracing and Managing Change' Master Class to receive their awards. more...
Launch of the First South West Human Resources Conference 11 Dec 2007
The Tourism Skills Network is delighted to announce the launch of the first ever South West Human Resources Conference. This conference is suitable for human resources managers, owner managers and anyone responsible for the recruitment, development and retention of staff. more...
Caterer and Hotelkeeper Feature TSN Executive Programme with Sir Gerry Robinson 29 Nov 2007
Following Sir Gerry Robinson’s recent master class as part of the Tourism Skills Network’s Executive Programme, Caterer and Hotelkeeper have featured a follow up to the event, together with Sir Gerry’s top tips and a case study about the Ramada Plaza Hotel in Bristol. more...
Aspiring Managers Programme 08-09 7 Nov 2007
The Tourism Skills Network are pleased to announce that the Aspiring Managers Programme will be running in 3 locations from April 2008. Due to demand, workshops will be based in Bristol, Exeter and Cornwall, provide wider opporunities for participation across the South West. more...
Marketing Master Class 6 Nov 2007
Professor Merlin Stone will be running a master class on "Marketing Your Business" on 22nd November. This is the next master class in the Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programme and follows October's exclusive master class featuring Sir Gerry Robinson. more...
Retail Skills Project Manager 30 Aug 2007
The Tourism Skills Network are currently recruiting for a full-time Retail Skills Project Manager (West at Work) £28,000.
Destination Bristol (through the Tourism and Retail Skills Networks) is the lead body for the delivery of the skills elements of the regional tourism strategy and additional local tourism and retail skills development projects. We are currently looking to appoint a Retail Skills Project Manager who will have responsibility for developing a skills support plan for the key sites of Cabot Circus in Bristol and the Southgate Centre in Bath. more...
Somerset Tourism Spending Tops £459M 3 Aug 2007
Tourists are spending around £459M a year in Somerset according to figures released by South West Tourism. With so much money coming into the county, the Tourism Skills Network South West is running a three-year Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programme, funded by the South West of England Regional Development Agency to give tourism leaders, decision makers and managers in the region a fresh look at business development opportunities. more...
HR Managers Conference 31 Jul 2007
The Tourism Skills Network is keen to set up a regional network of Human Resources professionals in the Tourism and Hospitality sector, meeting once a year. To launch this professional network TSN are organising a South West Human Resources Conference that will be held in Exeter in January 2008. This event will be aimed at HR managers, or operational managers with HR responsibilities, working in tourism and hospitality businesses in the South West. more...
Part-Time Somerset Co-ordinator Vacancy 25 Jul 2007
The Tourism Skills Network Somerset is seeking to appoint a new part-time co-ordinator. The post is for 23 hours and will be based at Moorlinch, near Bridgwater. The salary is £13,500 (£22,500 pro-rata). The Tourism Skills Network co-ordinator will be employed by Destination Bristol and will be linked closely to the Somerset Destination Management Organisation. The co-ordinator is responsible for supporting the county’s tourism and hospitality businesses with their skills development needs. more...
TSN Vacancies 12 Jul 2007
Vacancies have arisen for 2 Senior Skills Managers (1 Tourism Lead & 1 Retail Lead) and 1 Rural Tourism Development Officer based at the regional office in Bristol. more...
Vacancy at Gloucestershire TSN 6 Jul 2007
The TSN currently have a vacancy at Gloucestershire TSN. more...
Master Class with Sir Gerry Robinson 29 Jun 2007
Sir Gerry Robinson, one of the UK’s most influential businessmen is headlining an exclusive Master Class event on October 3rd at Sandy Park, Exeter. ‘Running a Successful Tourism and Hospitality Business’ is just one event of the second series of ‘The Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programme’ - the programme tailored specifically to the needs of managers, owners and directors of tourism, leisure and hospitality businesses in the South West. The events are designed to engage businesses of all sizes - from start up companies to established leaders in their field. more...
Learning South West's Summer Conference 28 Jun 2007
Claire Sutton from the Tourism Skills Network South West, was amongst the delegates at Learning South West’s summer conference exploring how Sector Skills Councils, training providers and employers can inspire learners by ‘Sharing the Passion.’ more...
Institute of Hospitality Endorsement 13 Jun 2007
The Tourism Skills Network are pleased to announce the endorsement of The Aspiring Managers Programme. The Institute of Hospitality (formerly known as HCIMA) recognise the quality of the 12 month development programme and its potential benefits to delegates. more...
Vacancy at Tourism Skills Network 23 May 2007
The Tourism Skills Network team are now recruiting for a one year paid work placement at Leigh Court in Bristol. A full job description is available. more...
Olympic Coach Inspired Tourism Leaders in the South West 3 May 2007
Tourism and hospitality businesses from the South West took part in the second series of the popular and successful Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programme. more...
Aspring Managers Programme is Launched 25 Apr 2007
The first workshop of The Aspiring Managers Programme took place on 24th April at Sandy Park in Exeter. Prominent figures from the tourism industry spoke to the delegates delivering the latest findings of recent research. more...
John McCarthy Motivates Tourism Leaders in the South West 28 Mar 2007
John McCarthy headlined the ‘Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programme’ in Exeter this week where an audience of over 60 managers, owners and directors from tourism and hospitality businesses across the South West listened to his strategies on motivation and overcoming challenges. John is the latest speaker to front the ongoing programme and captivated the participants’ attention with his speech. more...
Train For Gain 27 Mar 2007
Do you want your business to:
• Attract customers to return time and time again
• See your business profitability increase
• Get support from experts on how to identify the skills your business
• needs to be successful
• Have a motivated and loyal team of employees more...
Spring Newsletter 12 Mar 2007
Our Spring Newsletter is now available and packed with information on skills training activities across the South West. more...
John McCarthy to Inspire Tourism Leaders in the South West 5 Mar 2007
In anticipation of his Master Class to be held on March 20th, John McCarthy said, "I’m very excited about meeting people from tourism and hospitality businesses in the South West. more...
The Executive Programme Series 2 Speakers Announced 2 Mar 2007
The speakers for Series 2 of the Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programme have been announced. more...
Aspiring Managers Application Form Deadline Extended 1 Mar 2007
The deadline for returned application forms for The Aspiring Managers Development Programme has now been extended until Friday 9th March. more...
Venue Change for The Executive Programme 28 Feb 2007
The venue for The Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programe has now changed to Sandy Park, Exeter. more...
Winter 2006/07 Focus Groups Research Report 12 Feb 2007
The Tourism Skills Network South West is pleased to publish the findings of the qualitative research undertaken during the winter of 2006/07. more...
Olive Barnett Award 2007 - CALL FOR ENTRIES 6 Feb 2007
Are you working in a customer facing role and feel that your presentation is outstanding and you should be recognised for your potential? Are you in permanent employment in hospitality, leisure, travel or tourism and under the age of 30 as of 21st March 2007? more...
Creating Cultural Leadership South West 2007/2008 31 Jan 2007
The deadline of 15 February is fast approaching for tourism sector professionals to apply for a place on Creating Cultural Leadership South West - an innovative and nationally recognised professional development programme that is building leadership capacity across tourism; arts; film, television and digital media; the historic, natural and built environment; museums, libraries and archives; and sport in the region. This is the only leadership programme in the country catering for emerging and mid-career leaders from all parts of the cultural sector, and four places are reserved for people working in tourism. more...
Aspiring Managers Development Programme Launch 15 Jan 2007
Aspiring Managers has now been launched and is due to commence this April. Developed by the Tourism Skills Network and delivered by industry professionals, this programme offers a unique development opportunity for first line managers in the tourism and hospitality industry. more...
TOURISM MINISTER LAUNCHES UK SKILLS PASSPORT 22 Nov 2006
New online qualification and careers guide for
hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism professionals
22 November, 2006: Tourism Minister Shaun Woodward launched the UK Skills Passport to a specially invited audience of leading employers, hosted by People 1st, the Sector Skills Council for the hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism industries. more...
5,000 Human Resources & Employment Law Advice Packages FREE 28 Sep 2006
Great value - Save £125!People 1st have come together with with the European Social Fund to cover the cost of your membership for one year* (recommended retail price £125). We want to ensure that employers in our sector have access to the help and support that they need to be successful - with funded access to HR Business Adviser, we are offering you this support, at no cost to you!* more...
The Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programme 20 Sep 2006
The Tourism Skills Network South West is delighted by the successful launch of the Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programme on 22 November. Over 40 businesses attended the first session held in Devon. Feedback has been excellent and the Tourism Skills Network is pleased that so many businesses will be coming back to the next event. This exciting programme is hoped to be a catalyst that encourages the development of skills so that this region can compete successfully with its international rivals.
One delegate commented, “Both speakers were truly inspirational providing real and practical examples”, whilst another said, “Both sessions were immensely valuable and dovetailed together well”. Other comments included, “Both speakers were motivational articulate and humorous, very thought provoking and inspiring.” “The key note presentations were most valuable because they were passionately delivered interesting inspiring and had on the whole a transferable message” more...