Oxfordshire Apprenticeship Awards 2023

Once again, we are delighted to bring to you the Oxfordshire Apprenticeship Awards for 2023, which will take place on 18 May at the spectacular Williams F1 Conference Centre. 

The latest edition of these awards will be the seventh time that they have been held and overseen by OxLEP Skills and – since it was launched in 2017 – the event has shone a tremendous light on successes across a variety of different Apprenticeship schemes, each in their own way bringing new opportunities to young people in Oxfordshire.

The Oxfordshire Apprenticeship Awards 2023 are now closed for entries and nominations. Judging us underway and finalists will be announced on 20 April. 

Here are your key dates:

• Awards launch and entries open: 1 November 2022
• Entries close: 17 February 2023 (at midnight)
• Finalists announced: 20 April 2023
• Oxfordshire Apprenticeship Awards 2023: 18 May 2023

Here's a full list of the 2023 categories and sponsors: 

Intermediate Apprentice of the Year

Sponsored by Milestone Infrastructure

To recognise Level 2 Apprentices who have been in post for at least 9 months and have excelled in their work, learning and development and made exceptional contributions to their workplaces. 

Advanced Apprentice of the Year

Sponsored by Abbott Diabetes Care

To recognise Level 3 Apprentices who have been in post for at least 9 months and have excelled in their work, learning and development and made exceptional contributions to their workplaces. 

Higher / Degree Apprentice of the Year

Sponsored by Oxford Professional Education

To recognise Level 4 and above Apprentices who have been in post for at least 9 months and have excelled in their work, learning and development and made exceptional contributions to their workplaces. 

Special Recognition Award

Sponsored by Hill

To recognise Apprentices at any level who have been in post for at least 9 months and have achieved in overcoming significant challenges or barriers to learning or work.

Rising Star Award

Sponsored by Blenheim and Pye Homes

To recognise new Apprentices who have been in post for less than 9 months and have already excelled in their work, learning and development and made exceptional contributions to their workplaces.

Shining Star Award

Sponsored by IST INTECH 

To recognise individuals who have made outstanding progress in their career since completing their first Apprenticeship and have the potential to achieve even more.

Apprenticeship Ambassador Award

Sponsored by Activate Apprenticeships

Celebrating the role of Oxfordshire’s Apprenticeship Ambassadors in promoting Apprenticeships in Oxfordshire and being a positive role model.

Apprenticeship Employer of the Year (Less Than 250 Employees)

Sponsored by Assure UK

To recognise small and medium sized Apprenticeship employers in Oxfordshire that have exceeded normal standards and expectations in providing a high-quality Apprenticeship experience.

Apprenticeship Employer of the Year (250 or More Employees)

Sponsored by Owen Mumford

To recognise large Apprenticeship employers in Oxfordshire that have exceeded normal standards and expectations in providing a high-quality Apprenticeship experience.

Inspiring the Future Employer of the Year

Sponsored by Oxford North

To recognise employers in Oxfordshire that have exceeded normal standards and expectations to inspire the next generation, including engaging with local schools and colleges.

Careers Champion Award

Sponsored by The Engineering Trust

To recognise careers colleagues in local secondary schools and colleges who make a significant contribution to promoting Apprenticeships to students and their parents/guardians as part of a wide ranging and inclusive careers programme.

Training Provider Individual Award

Sponsored by Oxfordshire Advanced Skills

To recognise staff working for organisations that provide Apprenticeship training in Oxfordshire (colleges, universities, employer providers and independent training providers) who go the extra mile to support and encourage Apprentices and enable individuals to achieve to their potential.

Other awards sponsors and supporters: 

• Darke & Taylor
• The Fiona Wheeler Charitable Foundation
• High Spec Composites
• Oxford University Development
• Ridge and Partners LLP
• South East Apprenticeship Ambassador Network
• Williams Racing
• Popham Hairdressing

Oxfordshire Apprenticeship Awards 2022:

If you are looking for inspiration, take a look at our 2022 awards alumni! 

Take a look at our 2022 winners and finalists

 WATCH: Highlights from the Oxfordshire Apprenticeships Awards 2022

The photograph at the top of this page is from the Oxfordshire Apprenticeship Awards 2022 Celebration Evening, which took place at Williams F1 Conference Centre.