Our second-year apprentice, Maddie Pinn, has been awarded the JTL Rising Star of the Year Award for the Southern Region in recognition of her outstanding potential, evidenced through consistently high-quality practical and theoretical work, as well as her strong dedication and commitment to her apprenticeship. Following her finalist interview yesterday, she attended the Southern Regional Staff Conference today to receive her trophy.

Maddie will now progress as a finalist to the JTL National Awards 2026, taking place at Plaisterers’ Hall in June.

We are incredibly proud of Maddie’s achievement and wish her every success in the national finals.

We are delighted to celebrate Alex’s fantastic achievement in earning his NVQ Level 3 and 2391 qualifications! Completing these milestones is a clear demonstration of his skill, determination, and growth throughout his apprenticeship.

Alex has not only built technical expertise but has also shown resilience, adaptability, and a genuine enthusiasm for learning – passing his apprenticeship in only 3 years and 6 months. Even more impressively, within just six weeks of passing, he went on to achieve his 2391 course and exam, further showcasing his drive and commitment to progressing in his field.

His ability to take on challenges and continually improve has set a strong example for his peers and highlights the value of hands-on experience in developing real-world skills.

Achievements like Alex’s show how apprenticeships can open doors, providing the foundations for a rewarding career while shaping the next generation of skilled professionals. We are proud of his progress and look forward to seeing where his dedication and talent take him next.