The hard work and dedication of apprentices from the East Midlands, their employers and mentors have been celebrated at a special ceremony; with Chesterfield Royal Hospital winning one of the top awards at the event.
150 people attended the Regional Finals of the National Apprenticeship Awards in Leicester. They are one of nine regional awards across the country, with the winners from each shortlisted for the National Apprenticeship Awards finals which will take place in London on 30th November.
The awards give both individuals and businesses the chance to showcase the many benefits of apprenticeships: These include the opportunity to gain skills for life, earn while you learn and boost your employability.
Angela Borman, Chair of the East Midlands Apprenticeship Ambassador Network, co-hosted the ceremony. She said: “It was amazing to celebrate the talented apprentices, as well as their employers and mentors here in the East Midlands.
“Having worked in the delivery of apprenticeships for the whole of my career, I passionately believe they are a great opportunity. These awards showcase how they can help people thrive.
“We’ve got some amazing employers who work hard to ensure that the delivery of apprenticeships here in the East Midlands is first class. I am proud to be working with them to continue this success.”
The awards are also an opportunity to promote the work of the East Midlands Apprenticeship Ambassador Network – a group of local employers and apprentices who champion the awareness of apprenticeships.
The free-to-join network allows employers to learn from each other and have input into Government thinking and policy on the skills agenda.
The winners are:
Small Employer of the Year – Dental 22
Large Employer of the Year – Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Macro Employer of the Year – Travis Perkins PLC
Recruitment Excellence – Nottingham City Homes
Rising Star of the Year – Niall Hutton – Capwell Grange Care Home
Intermediate Apprentice of the Year – Julia Jones – John Lewis Partnership
Advanced Apprentice of the Year – Ali Amin – Shawpak (Riverside Medical Group)
Higher or Degree Apprentice of the Year – Evie Marsden – Kier Construction
Apprentice Champion – Kimmy Kimani Hobbs – Milton Keynes College
