Eligibility

The awards are open to UK-based employers, training providers, and partnerships operating in the apprenticeship and training sector.

Entrants must operate primarily within the UK, with all nominated activities or programmes having a direct impact on the UK workforce.

Entries are welcomed from both large and small organisations, as well as those in the public, private, and third sectors.

Nominations for the Special Recognition Award can only be made for individuals with a significant national contribution to the UK apprenticeship and training sector.

Entry Submission

All entries must be submitted online via the official Apprenticeship and Training Awards website.

The deadline for submissions is 14 November 2024 at 23:59. Late entries will not be accepted.

The organisers reserve the option to extend the deadline without notice.

Each category requires a separate nomination form to be completed. You may enter multiple categories, provided each entry meets the specific criteria.

All information provided in the entry form must be accurate and truthful to the best of the entrant’s knowledge.

Confidentiality

All submitted information will be treated as confidential during the judging process. However, if your nomination is shortlisted or selected as a winner, the organisers reserve the right to use the information provided for promotional purposes. This may include, but is not limited to, features in publications such as Schools Week, FE Week, and other media outlets, as well as use on social media platforms and the official awards website.

By submitting an entry, you consent to the use of your organisation’s details, achievements, and associated materials for promotional activities if shortlisted or awarded.

Judging Process

A panel of independent judges, consisting of experts from across the apprenticeship and training sector, will assess each entry.

Judges will evaluate entries based on the criteria specified for each category, considering factors such as innovation, impact, and leadership.

The judges’ decision is final, and no correspondence regarding the outcome of the awards will be entered into.

Disqualification

Entries may be disqualified if they do not meet the eligibility criteria, are incomplete, or are found to contain false information.

Entries submitted after the deadline will not be considered for judging.

Awards Announcement

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email in December 2024. The names of finalists will be announced publicly ahead of the awards ceremony on Friday 13 December 2024.

Winners will be announced at the official Apprenticeship and Training Awards Ceremony on Tuesday 11 March at the Apprenticeships and Training Conference 2025.

Use of Material

By submitting an entry, you agree that the organisers may use your company’s name and logo in connection with the promotion of the awards, including in press releases, on social media, and on the official awards website.

The organisers may also request interviews, testimonials, or further details from shortlisted and winning organisations for promotional purposes.

Entry Fees

There is no fee for submitting entries to the Apprenticeship and Training Awards 2024.

Withdrawal

Entrants may withdraw their submission at any time prior to the deadline by contacting the awards team. Once the deadline has passed, entries cannot be withdrawn.

Liability

The organisers will not be held responsible for any costs incurred by entrants in the preparation or submission of award entries.

The organisers accept no liability for loss, damage, or injury arising from participation in the awards.

Amendments

The organisers reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions or any other aspects of the awards process at their discretion. Any significant changes will be communicated to entrants in a timely manner.

Contact Information

For any queries regarding the awards or the entry process, please contact the awards team at: atc@educationscape.com