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Following the success of last year's competition, Coleg Elidyr and Derwen College are working together to offer inclusive skills competitions for learners to showcase their vocational and creative skills.
In June 2026, young people will have the opportunity to demonstrate their talents across a range of sectors. We are running competitions covering: Woodwork, Animal Care, Catering and First Aid.
Derwen College are running competitions covering: Horticulture, Hospitality, Housekeeping, Performing Arts and Retail.
Take part and showcase your skills
Taking part in these competitions is a great way for learners to demonstrate their skills and readiness for work and independence. We are fortunate to have the facilities and industry relationships for our learners to practise and learn specific skills that they can use both in the work place and in their every day lives.
These events bring learners together from a variety of colleges to compete in a professional environment that in itself brings new challenges for them to overcome.
Learners aged 18 - 25 are welcome to apply from any specialist or FE college in the UK.
The competitions taking place at Elidyr Communities Trust
Woodwork (Inclusive Skills)
Competitors will make a plant pot stand. The timber will be pre cut and marked where the competitors will need to drill the holes for the dowels.
- Competitors need to be pre-entry, working towards Entry Level 1.
Catering (Inclusive Skills)
In this competition, competitors will be assessed on their knowledge and skills in the following areas: Health and safety, hygiene, knife skills, use of equipment, presentation skills and knowledge of flavour combinations.
- The competition is for those with an interest in training for a career in the hospitality industry and studying / working towards Entry Level 1.
Animal Care (Inclusive Skills)
This competition is designed to develop individuals' awareness regarding the requirements of basic care for rabbits and guinea pigs.
- This competition is for applicants aiming to develop skills and interest in animal care and working towards Entry Level 1.
Life Skills - First Aid (Inclusive Skills)
First aid skills are important and relevant for all to learn. This competition focuses on basic skills of minor injury treatment and equipment assessment and preparation.
- This competition is open to applicants working towards Entry Level 1.
- Applicant needs basic counting skills (number up to 5) – resources to be provided and brought with applicant if required.
Key dates
Application deadline: Friday 20 February 2026
Successful entries to be informed: Friday 27 March 2026
Live final at Elidyr Communities Trust: Friday 5 June 2026
Live final at Derwen College: Friday 19 June 2026
How to apply
- Look at the individual brief for each competition.
- Make sure your learners are working at the right level to match the brief.
- To enter the above competitions being held at Elidyr Communities Trust please complete an application form today.
- To enter the competitions being held at Derwen College please visit their website: www.derwen.ac.uk/competitions
For any further information please contact either Jana or Jenni on 01550 760400
We look forward to receiving your entry!