Construction of the £4.7m All Access Academy at Redcar & Cleveland College has reached a significant milestone with a steel signing ceremony, marking a major step forward in the project. The event brought together Key stakeholders, including Councillor Alex Brown, Councillor Lynn Pallister, Nick Coules, Director of Digital Transformation at Etc., and Grant Glendinning, Chief Executive and Group Principal, among many others all left messages that will be sealed into the building as part of its legacy. These messages will be sealed into the building, becoming a permanent part of its legacy.

A long-standing tradition in construction, steel signing symbolises progress and collective commitment to a project’s success. Beyond the physical structure, the ceremony highlights the academy’s long-term role in shaping the future workforce and providing vital opportunities for students and the wider community.

Once complete, the All Access Academy, operated and run by NETA Training, will provide specialist training in scaffolding, rope access, rigging, lifting and welding. These industries are facing a high demand for skilled professionals. By addressing critical local and national skills shortages, the academy will create new career pathways, equipping learners with the expertise needed to secure well-paid, sustainable jobs.

The project is backed by the Levelling Up Partnership Fund, reinforcing a broader commitment to economic growth and job creation across the region. It aligns with Redcar & Cleveland College’s strategy to expand training opportunities, ensuring students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and expert instruction.

Britcon, the principal contractor, is proud to be leading the construction of this transformative project. The company has a strong track record with Redcar & Cleveland College and the wider Education Training Collective, having previously delivered the Clean Energy Education Hub on the same campus. With extensive experience in delivering high-quality training facilities, Britcon understands the essential role such centres play in developing the future workforce.

With construction progressing smoothly, the All Access Academy remains on track to welcome its first students, ensuring the successful delivery of a facility that will support the region’s skills development for years to come.