Camden celebrates outstanding apprentices at annual awards
Camden Council hosted its annual ‘Big Thank You’ event on Thursday 13 February, celebrating the outstanding contributions and achievements of apprentices recruited through the Camden Apprenticeships Service.
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, the Camden Apprenticeships Awards 2025 recognised the dedication and hard work of apprentices working within the Council and across various organisations in Camden, while also acknowledging the vital roles of training providers and supportive staff.
A huge congratulations to all the winners and nominees - we are immensely proud of these hard-working apprentices and of the managers and training providers who go above and beyond to ensure the success of our apprenticeship programmes.
Apprenticeships are not just about filling vacancies; they're about building careers and strengthening our community. They offer residents valuable skills and competitive wages - driving economic growth and social mobility while building brighter futures for individuals and the borough.
That’s why we are committed to expanding our apprenticeship programme, creating even more opportunities for residents and ensuring that Camden continues to thrive.
The Council is committed to ensuring a diverse range of apprenticeship opportunities are available across the borough and work to achieve 250 apprenticeships per year for local people.
These opportunities are opening doors for talented individuals like Halima Addow, a Corporate Responsibility and Social Value apprentice at Bouygues UK, who received the prestigious ‘Apprentice of the Year’ award this year.
It feels great to win this award and to be recognised for all the work that I do has been really nice.
An apprenticeship is a great way to get into a career and there's so many different pathways you can take. On a personal level, it has boosted my confidence and shown me the impact I can have through my work.
If you're thinking of doing an apprenticeship, definitely look into it - it's a nice way to progress into a career.
I am incredibly proud of Halima's achievement as Camden's 'Apprentice of the Year.' Her dedication, hard work, and enthusiasm have made a substantial impact on our team and the local community.
At Bouygues UK we believe apprenticeships are vital as they foster talent, encourage innovation, and ensure we continue to grow with skilled and motivated individuals. I look forward to watching Halima continue to grow and succeed.
Other award categories included ‘Most Improved’, ‘Best Team Player’, ‘Best Progression’, and ‘Supervisor of the Year’, showcasing the accomplishments of Camden's apprentices, managers and local employers who champion apprenticeships across Camden.
Full list of winners:
- Most Improved Apprentice: Zeeshan Bakky, Nature and Climate Apprentice at Anglo American, nominated by manager Heather De-Quincey
- Highly commended Team Player: Hannah Findlay, Events Apprentice for Camden Council, nominated by manager Josef Thoma
- Best Team Player Apprentice: Taylor Bradbury, Plumbing Apprentice for Hampstead Repairs, Camden Council, nominated by manager Daniel Mills
- Best progression by an Apprentice: Rosa Bramley, Apprentice Youth Worker for Camden Council, nominated by her manager Joanne Peet
- Supervisor of the Year: Gabrielle Orcutt, Job Hub Lead at Camden Council, nominated by her apprentice Sadiya Waasuge
- Apprentice of the Year: Halima Addow, Corporate Responsibility and Social Value apprentice at Bouygues UK, nominated by manager Samantha Mayo
Camden Council is committed to supporting young people's career journeys. A range of apprenticeships are available and, in spring 2025, an internship scheme for Camden care-experienced 18-24 year olds is being launched.
Partnering with Drive Forward Foundation, this scheme provides paid 18-month placements across six council departments, offering valuable experience in various roles. Recognising that care leavers often lack access to traditional work experience and networking; this programme aims to level the playing field and create accessible employment pathways for this group. All eligible interns will be offered the chance to complete an apprenticeship as part of their internship.
For more information on the internship scheme or apprenticeships, contact apprenticeships@camden.gov.uk. To learn more about Camden apprenticeships and to see what opportunities are available, head to camden.gov.uk/apprenticeships.