Helping Employers Attract, Develop and Retain Engineering Apprentices
EMPOWERING MANUFACTURERS TO RUN GREAT SCHEMES
RECOGNISING AND SHOWCASING BEST IN CLASS EMPLOYERS
GUIDING STUDENTS TOWARDS A CAREER IN ENGINEERING
“To know that your employer cares as much about your apprenticeship experience as you do, I find very reassuring. For someone leaving school or college, knowing your employer has received this accreditation means you can trust that you are going into your career with an employer that will deliver on what you are promised”
Jacob Church, Engineering Apprentice, Teledyne E2V
Next Gen Makers is a growing ecosystem of employers, educators and young people, working together to raise the standard of engineering apprenticeships across the UK.
We support:
- Employers who want to build best-in-class apprenticeship schemes and be recognised for excellence
- Schools and colleges seeking trusted, employer-backed careers resources
- Students and apprentices exploring real engineering pathways and opportunities
Together, we’re strengthening future talent pipelines, sharing best practice, and helping the next generation make confident, informed career choices.
Latest news
First in the UK: West Midlands Railway Achieves Gold ‘Excellent Employer’ Status
In a landmark achievement for the UK transport sector, West Midlands Railway (WMR) has officially become the first train operator in the country to be awarded Gold ‘Excellent Employer’ status for its engineering apprenticeship scheme. This prestigious accreditation,...
Beyond the Shop Floor: Why CSR is the Secret to Engineering Apprentice Success (Lessons from adi Group)
In the current landscape of UK manufacturing, the competition for emerging talent has never been more intense. As the sector grapples with a persistent skills gap, the industry's leaders are no longer looking solely at traditional recruitment methods to secure their...
Lessons from British Engines: How to Attract 490 Applicants for Your Engineering Apprenticeship
In the current climate of the UK engineering sector, the "skills gap" is a phrase often cited as the primary barrier to growth. However, recent news from the North East offers a powerful counter-narrative to the idea that young people are no longer interested in...