James Angliss Wins Cornwall’s Apprentice of the Year 2024 at Truro and Penwith College’s Grand Ceremony

In a significant achievement that underscores the value of apprenticeships, James Angliss was honoured as Cornwall’s Apprentice of the Year 2024 during the Cornwall Apprenticeship Awards hosted by Truro and Penwith College. The ceremony, held in partnership with Hertzian, marked its eighth annual celebration and took place at the Eden Project, a venue chosen for the first time due to the event’s substantial growth. The awards night on Friday saw an unprecedented audience of over 200 attendees gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of apprentices across Cornwall, highlighting the event’s status as the biggest of its kind to date.

The Cornwall Apprenticeship Awards have become a hallmark event for recognising excellence and dedication within the apprenticeship community. This year, the awards attracted 48 nominees, shortlisted across 18 diverse categories, demonstrating the wide array of skills and sectors represented by apprentices in the region. For the first time in 2024, the awards expanded to include apprenticeship mentors, acknowledging those who provide exceptional support to apprentices, ensuring they receive the best possible start to their careers.

The ceremony was presented by Holly Day and Neil Caddy from Pirate FM, who welcomed sponsors and special guests to the stage. Among the notable attendees was Scott Mann MP, who took part in presenting the awards, adding a layer of prestige to the evening’s celebrations.

James Angliss, reflecting on his win, highlighted the significant impact apprenticeships can have, stating, “Apprenticeships are a great pathway, I’ve benefited a great deal out of it and you could too.” His achievement not only celebrates his personal success but also serves as an inspiration to current and prospective apprentices, emphasising the opportunities and growth that apprenticeships can offer.

Other category winners on the night included: 

Accountancy Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Cornwall Council – Ned Seabourne from Cornwall Group Ltd;
 Health, Care and Public Services Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Costain Group – Becki Hirst from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust;
Digital and IT Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by University of Exeter – Logan Ford from Hiyield;
Business Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Inn Cornwall Ltd – Matt Toms from Eden Project;
Management Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Imerys – Matt Newman from Watson Marlow;
Marketing Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Bull & Wolf – Paige Sambells from Hiyield;
Hair and Beauty Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by VTCT – Hope Wishart from Goldbird Hair;
Motor Vehicle Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Go Cornwall Bus – Lester Akehurst from Coach House Motors MOT Centre;
Engineering and Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by GetMyFirstJob – Harry Hay from Teagle Machinery Ltd and
Land-based Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Eden Project – Anne Karvinen from Calweton Veterinary Group.

The Cornwall Apprenticeship Awards continue to celebrate and promote the success of apprentices, employers, and mentors across the county, showcasing the vital role apprenticeships play in the local economy and career development. For those interested in learning more about the winners and the event, further coverage is anticipated in the latest edition of Business Cornwall, with additional details and a full list of winners available online.

The winners: Cornwall Apprenticeship Awards 2024

EMPLOYER AWARDS

Large Employer of the Year – Sponsored by Foot Anstey LLP – Pendennis Shipyard

SME Employer of the Year – Sponsored by Cornwall Opportunities – Hiyield

APPRENTICE AWARDS

Hospitality Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by BIIAB – Sarah Hyde-Wear from Fistral Beach Hotel
Accountancy Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Cornwall Council – Ned Seabourne from Cornwall Group Ltd.
Construction and Trade Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Fox Construction Solutions – James Angliss from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Health, Care and Public Services Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Costain Group – Becki Hirst from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust.
Digital and IT Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by University of Exeter – Logan Ford from Hiyield
Business Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Inn Cornwall Ltd – Matt Toms from Eden Project
Management Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Imerys – Matt Newman from Watson Marlow
Marketing Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Bull & Wolf – Paige Sambells from Hiyield
Hair and Beauty Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by VTCT – Hope Wishart from Goldbird Hair
Motor Vehicle Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Go Cornwall Bus – Lester Akehurst from Coach House Motors MOT Centre
Engineering and Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by GetMyFirstJob – Harry Hay from Teagle Machinery Ltd
Land-based Apprentice of the Year – Sponsored by Eden Project – Anne Karvinen from Calweton Veterinary Group.

CROSS-SECTOR AWARDS

Academic Mentor of the Year – Sponsored by Truro and Penwith College – Tamzin Irvin from Truro and Penwith College
Workplace Mentor of the Year – Sponsored by Truro and Penwith College – Emma Harris from Cornwall Group Ltd
Apprentice Achiever of the Year – Sponsored by Hiyield – Sarah Hyde-Wear from Fistral Beach Hotel
Cornwall’s Apprentice of the Year 2024 – Sponsored by Truro and Penwith College – James Angliss from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

For more information on the awards, visit the Truro & Penwith College website.