{"id":308115,"date":"2025-11-21T07:24:38","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T07:24:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/apprentice\/headline-host-announced-for-worcestershire-apprenticeships-awards-as-nominations-draw-to-a-close\/"},"modified":"2025-11-21T07:24:38","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T07:24:38","slug":"headline-host-announced-for-worcestershire-apprenticeships-awards-as-nominations-draw-to-a-close","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=308115","title":{"rendered":"Headline host announced for Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards as nominations draw to a close"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<h5>Award-winning comedian and writer Shazia Mirza has been confirmed as the host of this year\u2019s Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards (WA Awards).<\/h5>\n<p>Known for her sharp wit and celebrated performances across TV and stage, Shazia will bring her trademark energy and humour to one of the county\u2019s most anticipated skills events, taking place on Thursday 13 November 2025 at West Midlands Safari Park.<\/p>\n<p>The WA Awards is a night dedicated to celebrating the exceptional individuals and employers driving Worcestershire\u2019s apprenticeship success. Established through a partnership between Worcestershire County Council and the Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership, the grant-funded Worcestershire Apprenticeships programme helps to address the skills and employment needs of the local workforce by supporting apprenticeship growth across the county.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Judy Gibbs, Head of Skills and Employability at Worcestershire County Council and Director of Skills for Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership, said,<\/strong> \u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to welcome Shazia as host for this year\u2019s WA Awards. Her energy and enthusiasm will help us shine a brilliant spotlight on the people and organisations who make apprenticeships such a success in our county. The awards are a real celebration of growth, talent and ambition \u2013 and with just days to go until nominations close, we\u2019re urging everyone to get involved and help us recognise the incredible achievements being made across Worcestershire.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Alan Amos, Worcestershire County Council Cabinet Member for Business and Skills, added,<\/strong> \u201cApprenticeships are vital to the future of Worcestershire\u2019s economy. They help local businesses fill skills gaps, nurture home-grown talent, and create long-term opportunities for growth and success. The WA Awards are more than just a celebration \u2013 they are a powerful reminder of the difference apprenticeships make in helping our businesses thrive, which in turn helps our communities prosper. I\u2019m passionate about supporting local employers and look forward to celebrating the outstanding accomplishments of Worcestershire\u2019s apprentices this November.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>With less than a week remaining to enter or nominate, the Worcestershire Apprenticeships team is encouraging final submissions ahead of the <strong>Friday 18 July deadline.<\/strong> Nominations are open to apprentices, employers, schools, training providers and mentors who have made a real difference over the last year \u2013 and can be made quickly and easily online.<\/p>\n<p>The 2025 event will recognise achievements across ten categories:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apprentice Awards<\/strong><br \/>\u2022 Intermediate Level Apprentice of the Year<br \/>\u2022 Advanced Level Apprentice of the Year<br \/>\u2022 Higher Level Apprentice of the Year<br \/>\u2022 Degree Level Apprentice of the Year<\/p>\n<p><strong>Employer Awards<\/strong><br \/>\u2022 Micro\/Small Apprenticeship Employer of the Year<br \/>\u2022 Medium Apprenticeship Employer of the Year<br \/>\u2022 Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year<\/p>\n<p><strong>Support Awards<\/strong><br \/>\u2022 School of the Year<br \/>\u2022 Training Provider of the Year<br \/>\u2022 Apprentice Mentor of the Year<\/p>\n<p>The evening will culminate in the announcement of the overall winners for \u2018Worcestershire Apprentice of the Year\u2019 and \u2018Worcestershire Apprenticeship Employer of the Year\u2019 \u2013 two prestigious titles that celebrate the very best in local talent and skills development.<\/p>\n<p><strong>To nominate before the 18 July deadline, visit the WA Awards section of the Worcestershire Apprenticeships website <a href=\"http:\/\/www.worcsapprenticeships.org.uk\">www.worcsapprenticeships.org.uk<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Award-winning comedian and writer Shazia Mirza has been confirmed as the host of this year\u2019s Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards (WA Awards). 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