The winners of this year’s JTL National Apprentice of the Year awards have been announced. The training and apprenticeship provider for England and Wales has named Amy Lister, Jared Bell and Harry Armitage as the three main trophy winners following an awards ceremony in London on 28th June.
After being crowned winners for their academic and practical progress at JTL’s Regional Awards earlier this year, Amy, Jared and Harry went on to compete against a total of 12 regional electrical and MES winners.
Worcester-based Amy, pictured being congratulated by JTL chief executive Chris Claydon, was named the winner of the JTL National Apprentice of the Year Award for 2023. Amy, who works for Goodridge Electrical Contractors Ltd, was presented with a £1000 cheque from JTL, as well as an engraved glass trophy.
Newcastle-based Jared, who works for WBB Electrical Services, and Leeds-based Harry who works for CTD Plumbing & Heating, were named the national winners of the Paul McNaughton Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Services (MES) apprentice of the year awards respectively. Each also received an engraved glass trophy, while Jared received a Megger multi-function tester worth over £500 from sponsors Edmundson Electrical and UK Plumbing Supplies Ltd donated a £500 voucher for Harry.
Speaking at the awards event, Chris Claydon said: “Our National Awards are all about recognition for the hard work and achievements of our learners as well as the dedicated people that have supported them during their apprenticeship. It’s been fantastic getting to learn more about Amy, Jared and Harry as well as our other nine finalists and the journeys that they’ve been on. I wish them all the very best of luck as they continue into their careers following this incredible achievement.”
On learning of her success, Amy said: “I was completely shocked when I heard my name announced as the winner. All of the finalists have been on a great journey and it’s brilliant that JTL hosts these awards to recognise everyone. The process has made me reflect on where I’ve come from and the challenges that I’ve faced. It’s been a great experience!”
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