Finalists announced for East Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards

This year’s awards feature 14 categories, recognising both the achievements of apprentices and the vital role played by employers and training providers in developing future talent - a true showcase of the region’s apprenticeship success stories.

This event would not be possible without the support of our sponsors, who continue to invest in and celebrate the achievements of apprentices across the region.

We’re proud to share a few of their thoughts below.

Ann Stanley, Early in Careers Manager, Yorkshire Water, said: “Yorkshire Water is an avid supporter of apprenticeships across our region and are delighted to sponsor all four events across Yorkshire and Humber.

"With 235 apprentice colleagues on programme, we understand and admire the commitment, motivation and achievement demonstrated by all of them and the nominees for these prestigious awards”.

Speaking about their support for the awards, Thomas Burton, Head of Apprenticeship Delivery. Employer Engagement and Commercial Partnerships, said: “York St John is delighted to sponsor the Large Employer Award this year.

"As workforce development rapidly evolves, strong regional partnerships between education and industry are more important than ever.

"By working collaboratively, we can ensure employers are supported, skills gaps are addressed, and our region continues to grow a resilient, future-ready workforce.”

We extend our sincere thanks to our judging panel: Tegan Hinch, Production Office Governance Analyst - Santander Katie Rankin, Emerging Talent and Careers Manager - Jet2.com and Jet2holidays Keira Robbins, People Development Manager - URM Group Ellie Jobes, Group People Director - Bagnalls Lisa Marriott, Early Career Development Manager - Drax

The campaign has once again attracted an incredible number of entries from across East Yorkshire.

Each submission was carefully assessed by our panel of judges against strict criteria to determine this year’s finalists and, ultimately, the winners.

The rigorous judging process reflects the exceptional calibre of applications received.

Their expertise and dedication have been invaluable in selecting a group of finalists that truly represent the passion, talent, and ambition driving apprenticeships across the region.

Winners will be announced at a live awards ceremony on Thursday, June 18 at MKM Stadium, Hull.

Guests will arrive from 6.45pm for a welcome drink, kindly sponsored by the Stadium, ahead of an evening of networking, dinner and award presentations.

For more details about the event and to see the full list of finalists, visit www.eyapprenticeshipawards.co.uk.

For any further inquiries or interest in presenting one of our awards as an event sponsor, please contact our event manager, Haroldine Lockwood, at [email protected]

Join us as we applaud the remarkable achievements of East Yorkshire’s apprentices and the businesses championing them.

MEET OUR FINALISTS

Intermediate Apprentice

Lucy Cox, The Groom Inn, Training Provider - Bishop Burton College

Nick Cole, Vanessa Delicatessen & Cafe, Training Provider - Bishop Burton College

Oliver Bell, Rose Cottage, Training Provider - Bishop Burton College

Advanced Apprentice, sponsored by Yorkshire Water

Amber Cook, Arco, Training Provider - Smart Training and Recruitment

Katelyn Murray, Hudson, Training Provider - TEC Partnership

Kieran Haigh, Spicers Auctioneers Ltd, Training Provider - HBTC

Nina Delvenne, Green Ginger Digital, Training Provider - HBTC

Rob Fenton, Yorkshire Water, Training Provider - Watertrain

Higher Apprentice

Caroline Stephenson, Arco Ltd, Training Provider - Digital Native

Eleanor Wright, Bishop Burton College

Jasmine Sharf, Ings Primary School, Training Provider - Hull Business Training Centre

Loryn Griffiths, KCom, Training Provider - Hull College

Louisa Redhead, Rotherham, Doncaster & South Humber NHS FT, Training Provider - BPP University

Matt Johnson, Pagabo Group, Training Provider - VQ Solutions

Paul Farey, KCom,Training Provider - Hull College

Sam Elletson, Arco Ltd, Training Provider - MBKB

Saul Matchett, The Vulcan Centre, Training Provider - Activ First

Degree Apprentice

Josh Saunderson, BAE Systems

Mike Marshall, Arco Ltd, Training Provider - Digital Native

Nichola Fortnum, Arco Ltd, Training Provider - Kaplan

Construction Apprentice, sponsored by Hudson Contract

Mollie-Mae Jackson, Hobson & Porter, Training Provider - East Riding College

Piotr Silwinkski, Hobson & Porter, Training Provider - Hull Training and Adult Education

Engineering/Manufacturing Apprentice

Jacques Greyventstein, Yorkshire Water, Training Provider - HETA LTD

Lois Hazle, BAE Systems

Health and Public Service Apprentice

To Be Announced

Professional Services Apprentice

Katelyn Murray, Hudson, Training Provider - TEC Partnership

Nichola Fortnum, Arco Ltd, Training Provider - Kaplan

Mentor of the Year

Alvin Fernandes, BAE Systems

Daniel Ward, Bishop Burton College

Rachael Wood, First Intuition Yorkshire and Humber

Apprentice Ambassador of the Year

Jakki Lovewell, Nicholas Associates Group

Fiona Gamwell, Hudson Contract Ltd

Natalie Stevenson, First Intuition Yorkshire and Humber

Yvonne Moir, Spencer Group

SME Employer of the Year

Hobson & Porter Ltd, Training Provider - East Riding College & Hull Training & Adult Education

LSTC Group Ltd, Training Provider - HETA

Large Employer of the Year, sponsored by York St Johns

Arco

Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust

Training Provider/Programme

Activfirst

Bishop Burton College

First Intuition Yorkshire and Humber