Partners gather for our exclusive networking event
Earlier this month, our Partners Only Networking Event at The Portsmouth Grammar School was a night to remember. We celebrated our ever-growing partner network and reflected on how strong and supportive our community truly is. A key highlight of the evening was announcing that we have generated £500,000 in social value since January 2025; a […]
The Shaping Team continues to grow!
Shaping Portsmouth are pleased to announce that Chloe Ashby has joined the team in the role of Office Administrator, and Becca Mott has come on board as our Social Media Co-Ordinator. Chloe first joined us in July last year on a Supported Internship from HSDC, assisting us with IT-related tasks, from basic troubleshooting to CRM […]
New Roles at Shaping Portsmouth
Last week the Shaping Team welcomed Amy Cusack, who has joined us in the role of Programme Support. With a particular interest in marketing and strategy, Amy will work alongside the rest of the team to further strengthen projects within the Community Pillar. Amy said “I am really excited to be joining the Shaping Portsmouth […]
Episode 96: Sarah Thompson
Charla Grant welcomes another new member of the Shaping Portsmouth Team, Sarah Thompson, who has joined us as our new Education Pillar Lead. Charla and Sarah chat about her previous career in teaching, her role at Shaping and how she’s finding it so far, and setting down roots in the city.
Episode 97: Final Straw Foundation
Charla Grant talks to Bianca Carr, Founder and CEO of Final Straw Foundation, about starting the organisation, how a single campaign grew into a fully-fledged charity, and the projects they run along the Solent tackling single use plastics and pollution, including Wild Beach Schools getting children to the beach and helping them fall in love with the sea, and restoring native oysters.
Episode 107: Explore Your Future
Education Pillar Lead Sarah Thompson chats with Jess Fisher, Enterprise Coordinator at the Solent Careers Hub, about the Hub and her role, Shaping Portsmouth’s Explore Your Future programme, why it was created, the importance of introducing young people to the wide variety of careers open to them and giving them hands on experience, the pilot sessions we ran at the end of the last academic year, the updated programme that relaunched in September, and how local businesses can get involved.
Shaped By Solent winning product to go on sale next month
The Shaping Portsmouth Team are proud to announce that the winning product from the 2024 Shaped By Solent programme will be available for purchase starting this Easter. Through their hard work and creativity, the talented students of Wildings Group at Mary Rose Academy have created a truly unique and special item that will soon be […]
Comserv to sponsor the 2026 Apprenticeship Bus Roadshow
We are excited to announce that Comserv has become a headline sponsor for the 2026 Apprenticeship Bus Roadshow! Their support is instrumental in making this event possible, and we are thrilled to partner with a company that values the importance of apprenticeships and workforce development. Thanks to Comserv for their support. Comserv have supported the […]
HTP Apprenticeship College and Southern Water join Shaping Portsmouth
Shaping Portsmouth are pleased to welcome two new Patrons to the organisation as we are joined by HTP Apprenticeship College and Southern Water. For 25 years, HTP Apprenticeship College has delivered tailored Apprenticeship solutions for businesses and their staff, alongside expert career support and guidance. Rachael Randall, Founder and Chief Executive of HTP Apprenticeship College, […]
Students inspired by Apprenticeship Bus Roadshow
Shaping Portsmouth Apprenticeship Bus Roadshow has been completed for another year, and what an incredible journey it has been! Over three days, we had the pleasure of meeting passionate individuals, showcasing apprenticeship opportunities, and helping shape the future of Portsmouth’s workforce. From exploring various industries to discussing the benefits of apprenticeships, this event has truly […]