2026 Headline sponsor
Kimberly-Clark, the trusted global maker of essential brands like Kleenex®, Huggies® and Andrex®, proudly backs the Kent Apprenticeship programme as our Headline Sponsor. With more than 150 years of innovation and a worldwide workforce delivering products that touch millions of lives every day, Kimberly-Clark champions apprenticeship opportunities across its business to build skills, nurture talent and support future careers in manufacturing, engineering and beyond. Their wide-ranging apprenticeship community reflects a commitment to growth, hands-on development and a thriving pipeline of skilled professionals.
Dates for your diary
Nominations open
Monday 9th February 2026
Nominations close
Friday 3rd April 2026
Gala Dinner
Thursday 4th June 2026
A county-wide awards programme
The Kent Apprenticeship Awards represent a major step forward in recognising apprenticeships across the country.
Kent’s further education colleges are coming together to support and champion apprenticeships through one unified awards programme, including:
- East Kent College Group
- MidKent College
- North Kent College
These colleges are helping to create a stronger, more inclusive platform that reflects the full range of apprenticeship provision, employers and learners across Kent.
Apprenticeships play a vital role in building a skilled, inclusive and future‑ready workforce for Kent. The Kent Apprenticeship Awards shines a light on the apprentices, employers and training providers who are making a real difference across our county. As a Chamber, we’re proud to support an initiative that celebrates excellence, raises aspirations and helps ensure businesses have access to the talent they need to thrive.
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