Celebrating best and brightest across the county

THE Gloucestershire Apprenticeship Awards are back for 2021 and will be celebrating the best and brightest learners in the county and the companies helping them succeed.

The annual event, run by Businesslive’s sister site Gloucestershirelive, recognises the outstanding achievements of apprentices working in a wide variety of industries.

It is also a chance to commend the businesses investing in fresh talent and the schemes that put apprentices on a path to success.

After a challenging year for everyone, here’s why we think you should nominate someone for an award.

To recognise hard-working apprentices after a tough 2020

Apprentices across the county who took the first step into the world of work last year were faced with a multitude of challenges. Many were forced to adapt quickly to virtual learning and working as the world shifted online amid the pandemic.

Over previous years and awards ceremonies, apprentices from every background and industry sector have been recognised and this year is no exception. We are looking for those individuals who are thriving in their apprenticeships despite the challenges they have faced.

To recognise companies investing in new talent

There are two awards up for grabs for the employers striving to provide the best opportunities they can for apprentices.

Many businesses experienced an exceptionally difficult year in 2020, but continued to adapt and invest in a bid to survive. It’s these companies and organisations which provide a launch pad for the next working generation that deserve to be acknowledged.

The chance for business networking

As pandemic restrictions ease and the world starts to open up again, the awards offer a chance to network in a safe face-to-face environment with other successful companies in Gloucestershire.

Apprentices will be able to connect with representatives of other businesses, and bookmark inspirations for their next career steps, while the businesses will be able to link up with apprentices who are filled with ambition and drive.

» The categories

» Gloucestershire Apprentice Of The Year

» Outstanding Contribution To Apprenticeships In Gloucestershire, sponsored by Safran Landing Systems

» Employer Of The Year, sponsored by Renishaw plc

» Gloucestershire Apprenticeship Training Provider Of The Year, sponsored by Kohler Mira

» Outstanding Apprentice Of The Year (Business, Administrative & Financial Services), sponsored by Dowty Propellers

» Outstanding Apprentice Of The Year (Construction), sponsored by SGS College

» Outstanding Apprentice Of The Year (Engineering, Manufacturing, Energy & Electrical), sponsored by Gloucestershire Engineering Training

» Outstanding Apprentice Of The Year (Public Services)

» Outstanding Apprentice Of The Year (Health, Wellbeing, Care & Education)

» Outstanding Apprentice Of The Year (Hospitality, Catering, Travel & Customer Service)