HTP learner Kaitlyn: IOW Radio Awards Apprentice of the Year
Award win for young Island apprentice highlights power of the CfYP programme Just one day after being crowned Best Educational Programme in the NHS at the 2025 HSJ Partnership Awards, the Careers for Young People (CfYP) programme is celebrating again — this time...
Careers for Young People Programme takes top prize
Careers for Young People Programme takes top prize at the HSJ Partnership Awards A bold and innovative NHS Apprenticeship programme, designed to tackle the Isle of Wight’s unique youth employment challenges, was crowned ‘Best Educational Programme in the NHS’ at the...
Meet the Team: Lisa Pilbeam
“At the heart of everything we do, we consider the learner.” I’ve been working for HTP since October 2002, when I joined on a fixed-term contract. This led to me becoming a full member of the team in 2003. I was born in Winchester and I lived there for most of my...
A Day of Celebration: HTP Honours its Graduates
Apprenticeship Triumphs Recognised in Newport Ceremony
Adventurous Voyage: HTP Students Shine on Tenacity of Bolton
“Teamwork and determination propelled our crew to a proud victory.”
Getting behind the wheel
How Bella’s Pre-Apprenticeship has given her the opportunity to fulfil her ambition.
HTP – The Professionals’ Choice: Hayley at WightFibre
“I always wanted to have something on paper that backs up my experience.”
HTP – The Professionals’ Choice: Ella at Vestas Blades
“I loved doing my Apprenticeship. I just love learning. I think we learn every day but if you can get a qualification that documents your learning and your progress, I think that’s amazing and the possibilities really can be endless.” Ella Morris works at...
HTP – The Professionals’ Choice: Charles at Isle of Wight Council
“I used to think that university was the only way to really achieve a career. I’ve now been through three Apprenticeships and after two promotions, in six years working for the Council, I’m now in a position where I’ve already started a career and hopefully...
HTP – The Professionals’ Choice: Rosie at IOW NHS Trust
“Making the decision to start a Level 2 Apprenticeship with HTP nine years ago has built my future career. I’ve grown as a person and I’ve been able to gain five qualifications over the last nine years, whilst getting paid and progressing my career for the...
HTP – The Professionals’ Choice: Hannah at Portsmouth City Council
“My Apprenticeship has given me confidence to do whatever I want in my career. It’s really given me the knowledge, skills and behaviours to be able to develop as a person – in my personal life and in my professional life too.” Hannah Sillence works...
Meet the Tutors: Sarah Sellick
“When I’m teaching my Nail Technology students, I’m preparing them for the workplace, so they can go out and work in the industry and show their passion. We offer every opportunity for learners to achieve their goals and aspirations.” Sarah has been...
HTP Graduation Ceremony 2022
CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES! HTP Apprentices, family and friends from both sides of the Solent come together at Medina Theatre to celebrate their successes See the group photos Apprentice success and distinguished guests – at HTP Apprenticeship College’s 2022 Graduation...
Looking for a new start after school but don’t know where to begin?
“An Apprenticeship gives you real life experience in the workplace and teaches the skills that A-levels won’t prepare you for.”
Meet the Professional Chef: Jon-Paul Charlo
“The buzz of being a chef and working in a kitchen is incredible…”
Top honours for Harry!
Fantastic Distinction achieved on Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship
Learning the Ropes
HTP students sail with the Tall Ships Youth Trust
Making a clean start: Creative Conservation team head for the beach
“We wanted to make a difference to the environment.” HTP Apprenticeship College learners have been taking part in the ‘Great British Beach Clean’. Students enrolled on our Creative Conservation programme headed for three Island beaches, armed with bin bags and...
Hospitality & Tourism: Beat Staff Shortages With Apprenticeships
Can’t get the staff? It’s time to look at Apprenticeships. It’s been a tough time for the hospitality sector.
Take on an Apprentice and receive up to £4,000
Chancellor extends commitment to Apprenticeships with employer bonus – if you act now.
Meet the Tutors: Rachael Potter
“As long as you’ve got the interest and the passion, we can teach you the techniques.”
Meet the Tutors: Fran Clayden
“My students are great. They want to be here and they’re passionate about fitness.”
Time for a change? Let’s get to work
Are you having second thoughts about your career decisions after GCSEs or A levels? You’ve still got time. Getting your career started can feel a little intimidating. You’re taking your first steps, away from school, into a new world. What do you want to do? What are...
You’ve still got time. You don’t need to have all the answers yet
Whatever your results this year, you can still get your career started by trying something new.
Meet the Tutors: Tim Corbett
“There’s no such thing as a typical day. In the warmer months we’re on the water, and during the cooler months we’ll be hiking or mountain biking so there’s a huge variety.”
It’s time to bust some myths about Apprenticeships
The world has changed – and so have training options. Apprenticeships really work, for businesses and young people.
Meet the Tutors: Ian Bell
“I know what it’s like to think “what do I do next?”
Traineeships have changed: why businesses are taking on young people to kickstart the economy
“…it’s a very flexible, light touch way of building a new role for your business”
Traineeships help businesses fight back after Covid
“We’ve already seen a huge take up and support from employers across a range of sectors.”
Your career: Get started, or start again – with a Pre-Apprenticeship
Are you ready for the new you?
Angel-May’s story: Why I chose a Pre-Apprenticeship
“I wouldn’t have completed my Level 2 Apprenticeship and be in full-time work if I hadn’t first completed my Pre-Apprenticeship with HTP”
Thinking about joining us this September?
We caught up with one of our learners, Jordan to find out about his experience of learning with us.
Dan’s story: Apprenticeships v Uni
“The more I learned about the ‘real’ world, the more I wanted to go and discover it for myself…”
Meet the Tutors: Sallyanne Farley
“I love horses because I believe that we can learn so much from them. They teach us the importance of kindness, being calm and gentle, and total trust”
Meet the Tutors: Emily Ashdown
“We’ve created an environment that is nurturing and supportive, and the small group sizes mean that everyone has the opportunity to succeed…”
Meet the Team: Charlotte Lock-Dean
“If you really try your best then you’ve aced it (and you might even surprise yourself) …”
Sixth Form not for you? Discover a different way…
“Deciding not to take the typical route of A-levels followed by University might seem like a bold move, but the reality is that nowadays, there are more options than you might think…”
Why you can’t afford (not) to develop your team
“I know only too well the value that people bring to an organisation – they are the heartbeat of everything we do. That’s why I believe that you really can’t afford not to train your team…”
Meet the Team: Tom, Sport & Fitness Instructing
“I’ve always had a passion for learning, and I’m fanatical about sport… I’m constantly inspired by the young people I work with – seeing them succeed gives me such a buzz…”