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
Apprenticeships Back in Focus: National Coverage Highlights Skills Priority
Recent BBC coverage has placed apprenticeships firmly back in the national spotlight, highlighting government efforts to expand opportunities and strengthen technical pathways. The article reflects a wider shift in narrative. Apprenticeships are increasingly being...
Engineering Apprenticeships as a Powerful Alternative Pathway: Spotlight on Renishaw
A recent feature during National Apprenticeship Week highlights engineering apprenticeships as a powerful and credible alternative to traditional academic routes, with Renishaw sharing insight into their approach to developing future talent. Why This Matters for the...
Skills England Apprenticeship Assessment Reforms: What Employers Need to Know
For engineering and manufacturing employers, the message is clear: quality, employer voice and occupational competence remain central - but the way assessments are structured and delivered is evolving. Here is what matters most. Employers Remain Central to...