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Nominations close 31st July 2022


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Open to apprentices working within either the Business Professional or Legal/Law sector. The entry should be completed by either the apprentice or their employer and have been enrolled on an apprenticeship programme from September 2021

  • Judges will be looking for the contribution that the individual has made throughout their apprenticeship showing their commitment and attitude to the role.
  • Entries should also detail the qualifications that the apprentice is working towards achieving.
  • Entries should show evidence of outstanding achievement through the quality of work carried out, such as quotes from clients and staff, statistics and performance reviews.
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This award recognises and celebrates the employers and training providers across the UK who are leading the way in championing the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are searching for the excellent commitment an organisation has made to actively develop an inclusive workplace for apprenticeships – where fairness, respect, equality, dignity, and autonomy are at the forefront of their values and promoted as part of their everyday goals and behaviour.

  • Provide evidence of how your organisation embraces equality and diversity with their apprentices
  • Entries should include testimonials from apprentices
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Open to apprentices working within either the Health or Public Service Sector. The entry should be completed by either the apprentice or their employer and have been enrolled on an apprenticeship programme from September 2021

  • Judges will be looking for the contribution that the individual has made throughout their apprenticeship showing their commitment and attitude to the role.
  • Entries should also detail the qualifications that the apprentice is working towards achieving.
  • Entries should show evidence of outstanding achievement through the quality of work carried out, such as quotes from clients and staff, statistics and performance reviews.
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This award recognises all the vital work undertaken by digital marketing aApprentices who are turning their passion about all things digital into a career. The entry should be completed by either the apprentice or their employer and have been enrolled on an apprenticeship programme from September 2021

  • Judges will be looking for the contribution that the individual has made throughout their apprenticeship showing their commitment and attitude to the role.
  • Entries should also detail the qualifications that the apprentice is working towards achieving.
  • Entries should show evidence of outstanding achievement through the quality of work carried out, such as quotes from clients and staff, statistics and performance reviews.
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Open to apprentices working within the Engineering or Manufacturing sector. The entry should be completed by either the apprentice or their employer. Apprentices will be enrolled on an apprenticeship programme from September 2021

  • Judges will be looking for the contribution that the individual has made throughout their apprenticeship showing their commitment and attitude to the role.
  • Entries should also detail the qualifications that the apprentice is working towards achieving.
  • Entries should show evidence of outstanding achievement through the quality of work carried out, such as quotes from clients and staff, statistics and performance reviews.
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Degree apprenticeships are offered by some universities. The aim is for students to achieve a full bachelor's or master's degree as part of their apprenticeship.

Higher apprenticeships provide an opportunity to gain Level 4 qualifications or above, with most apprentices gaining an NVQ Level 4, HND, or foundation degree. Some offer the opportunity to progress to Level 7 (which is postgraduate degree level).

Higher and Degree apprenticeships are employed throughout the programme, and spend part of their time at studying and the rest with their employer

  • Provide evidence of qualifications gained and/or aiming towards
  • Demonstrate your commitment to working with an employer whilst studying
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This award recognises the important role of apprentices in the hospitality industry and celebrates apprentices’ individual development and drive to become the hospitality leaders and stars of the future. The entry should be completed by either the apprentice or their employer and have been enrolled on an apprenticeship programme by September 2021.

  • Judges will be looking for the contribution that the individual has made throughout their apprenticeship showing their commitment and attitude to the role.
  • Entries should also detail the qualifications that the apprentice is working towards achieving.
  • Entries should show evidence of outstanding achievement through the quality of work carried out, such as quotes from clients and staff, statistics and performance reviews.
  • Judges will be looking for the apprentices that demonstrate a very high level of knowledge, skills and behaviours within the industry.
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  • Level 2/3 apprenticeships are designed to train for work. There is a focus on imparting key employability skills, as well as more specific training for a job within a company. Apprentices will be enrolled on an apprenticeship programme from September 2021 Level 2/3 apprentices work full-time with an employer, and spend time studying towards qualifications at a college or training provider.
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Open to a business with 250+ employees offering apprenticeships. Firstly give an overview of the apprenticeship programme(s) you offer, the number of apprentices you employ and your partnership with the training provider.


  • Provide evidence of the benefits that the apprenticeships have brought to the organisation as well as how the apprentices benefit from training with your organisation
  • Detail what you think makes your apprenticeship programme(s) better than the rest.
  • Demonstrate your on-going commitment to providing opportunities to apprentices and plans for the future of the apprenticeship programme(s).
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This category is for an individual who has helped and inspired apprentices in the first steps in their careers.

Mentors can be the line manager or someone within the organisation that has contributed to the individual’s development. Entries should be completed by either the apprentice or the mentor and should include information on how they meet the criteria below:


  • Mentors will have had a positive impact on the personal and professional development of the apprentice.
  • Judges will be looking for evidence of the commitment the mentor has to aiding personal development.
  • Mentors will be approachable and accessible and understand how best to support their mentee.
  • If the entry is completed by the mentor, an additional 300 word testimonial from at least one apprentice should also be submitted detailing the support and guidance they have received.
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Open to all apprentices within the Milton Keynes area. The regional of the year award should be completed by either the apprentice or their employer. Apprentices will be enrolled on an apprenticeship programme from September 2021

  • Judges will be looking for the contribution that the individual has made throughout their apprenticeship showing their commitment and attitude to the role.
  • Entries should show evidence of outstanding achievement through the quality of work carried out, such as quotes from clients and staff, statistics and performance reviews.
  • We would also like to hear about the personal development since taking on their new role and how the scheme has benefited the individual.
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The  Rising Star Award seeks to recognise apprentices that have made impressive progress in their career to date and have the potential to go even further.

To be eligible the apprentice being nominated must either:

  • Be on an apprenticeship programme at any level since from September 2021 or
  • Completed their apprenticeship
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Open to a business with up to 249 employees offering apprenticeships. Firstly give an overview of the apprenticeship programme(s) you offer, the number of apprentices you employ and the apprenticeship training pathway within your organisation or training provider.


  • Provide evidence of the benefits that the apprenticeships have brought to the organisation as well as how the apprentices benefit from training with your organisation
  • Detail what you think makes your apprenticeship programme(s) better than the rest.
  • Demonstrate your on-going commitment to providing opportunities to apprentices and plans for the future of the apprenticeship programme(s).
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The winner of this category can be a college, organisation or business that provides apprenticeship training courses.

Entries should include details of how they meet the criteria below:


  • Show how your organisation effectively works with a range of employers (if applicable) to offer quality training courses.
  • Demonstrate ways in which apprentices can gain qualifications and develop skills through the schemes that you offer.
  • Entries should include testimonials from apprentices or employers that have used your services.
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The salon apprentice is a key part to any structured team. This award recognises apprentices across MK, who show hard work, determination and a passion for the industry. This award is open to: apprentice Hair Professionals, Beauty Therapists and Nail Services Technicians. Nominations are invited for apprentices enrolled on an apprenticeship programme from September 2021

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