Beyond Housing celebrates apprentices at graduation event
Beyond Housing held the event at Sneaton Castle in Whitby to honour the dedication and hard work of the apprentices who have completed their training in various disciplines, including digital marketing, finance, joinery, plastering, and plumbing and heating.
Their commitment has opened doors to promising career prospects, with six securing full-time positions within Beyond Housing, one progressing to a higher-level apprenticeship, and three moving into career development improver roles.
Beyond Housing’s apprenticeship programme has retained 85 per cent of its apprentices since 2019, and its 2024 intake marked its largest cohort yet, welcoming 19 new apprentices.
Among the graduates, Jordan Todd, who completed his apprenticeship in joinery and carpentry, said: “I transitioned from retail work to an apprenticeship in joinery, prompted by my passion for woodworking.
“Within weeks, I knew Beyond Housing was the right place for me.
“The company’s values align closely with mine, and I’ve gained not only technical skills but also confidence, leadership experience, and a broader understanding of other trades.”
Career grade joiner, Natasha Bluck, said: “My joinery apprenticeship has been an incredible experience.
“I’ve gained hands-on expertise, from precision joinery to complex construction tasks, while also learning skills from other trades and building confidence in my abilities.
“As a neurodiverse individual, the support and understanding I received helped me thrive.
“This experience has shown me the value of different ways of thinking in the industry.
“I’m grateful for the opportunities and excited for the future.”
Maria Taylor, apprentice and volunteer team leader at Beyond Housing, said: “Our annual apprenticeship graduation is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate our apprentices’ commitment, dedication, and hard work.
“Apprenticeships are an excellent gateway to launching a successful career, and we are proud to support individuals in taking this valuable step toward their futures.”
Beyond Housing says it continues to champion apprenticeships as a ‘cornerstone of its workforce development strategy’.