Nominations Open for the 2025 SkillsHouse Careers & Technical Education Awards!
Do you know a young person who has had a really great year and deserves to be recognised for the skills they have developed? Have they made huge headway in their learning, or shown particular commitment to personal development? Or maybe a teacher, lecturer or business has gone the extra mile when creating opportunities for young people.
By nominating them for a SkillsHouse CTE award, this will show them that their achievements haven’t gone unnoticed. The stand out nominations / shortlistees will even be invited to the awards ceremony on Monday 7th July 2025, where they might scoop a prestigious award!
Working with schools, colleges, training provisions and employers, SkillsHouse CTE provides meaningful information and opportunities about skills, jobs, industry sectors and associated activities, which leads to a greater understanding of the District’s career and employment needs.
Now in their sixth year, the awards aim to celebrate young people’s engagement, growth and their achievements in learning, but also the educators and businesses who have been vital in encouraging them along the way.
The deadline to make your nomination is Sunday 11th May 2025. This year’s award categories are:
- Learner of the Year. Industry Sector Award incorporating Essential Skills
- Primary Awards
- Clean Growth Champions
- Educator of the Year
- Outstanding Business Contribution
Click here for Further information on the nomination categories
Access the nomination form here
Councillor Imran Khan, Bradford Council’s portfolio holder for Education, Employment and Skills, said:
“So much has been achieved by our young people across the District this year and what better way to celebrate this than through the SkillsHouse Careers and Technical Education Awards.
“This year’s awards were the biggest yet and I would like to personally congratulate all the finalists on their amazing achievements.
“It has given everyone the opportunity to reflect back on the amazing things they have accomplished this year.
“It is fundamental that we continue to nurture the excellent relationships we have with local businesses through the SkillsHouse Careers & Technical Education Partnership to ensure we are providing our young people with the skills they need to unlock their potential.”
Feedback received from our last CTE Awards Ceremony:
"I was also inspired by the beautiful and friendly speakers who were invited to tell us about their wonderful experience. Overall, my experience was absolutely exceptional." (Learner)
"The recognition of young people across Bradford. Fantastic hosts and inspirational speakers! The prizes were spectacular and really well received. It was a fantastic event! Thank you, we loved it! (Primary Educator)
"Celebrating the achievements of the young people and educators across the district. Being inspired by young people’s experiences and achievements. The event appeared well planned and organised." (Post 16 Educator)
"It covered a wide range of ages and skills." (Alternative Provision Educator)
"Inspirational young people and their educators getting the recognition they deserve!" (Business)
"Seeing young people get rewarded for their hard work." (Parent/Carer)
SkillsHouse team, Bradford Councils Employment and Skills service. To find out more and get involved, contact: BradfordCTE@bradford.gov.uk