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A win-win initiative by a partnership of leading Portsmouth organisations
REAL
ROLES.
REAL
IMPACT.
Partner with Portsmouth to offer 100 apprenticeships in our city’s 100th year.
Become one of the visionary Portsmouth businesses to hire an apprentice in support and celebration of our city’s centenary. Build your talent pipeline, access funding, and create a legacy.
THE INITIATIVE
A century of heritage.
A future of opportunity.
On April 21, 1926, Portsmouth was elevated to city status. To honour this historic milestone, the ‘100 for 100’ initiative brings together our proud employers to pledge 100 new apprenticeship opportunities across various sectors.
From marine engineering that honours our naval past, to digital technologies that will help shape our future, and from Business Administration and HR to Hospitality, this initiative is designed to create opportunity, upskill our community, retain local talent and drive economic growth for the next 100Â years.
✔ 95-100% funded training
✔ Mentorship from industry professionals
✔ Exclusive participation in Centenary civic events
By taking part in 100 for 100 your organisation will not only develop future skills and talent, but also play a lasting role in Portsmouth’s next 100 years of success.
THE WIN-WIN
An apprenticeship is a win-win because businesses gain productive talent while avoiding high recruitment costs, and apprentices earn a salary while acquiring hands-on, debt-free qualifications and start on a structured career path.
THE RESULTS
See the difference an apprentice can make
Apprenticeships help fill skills gaps while shaping a motivated team, trained exactly to your company’s standards. By investing in their growth, you will boost long-term staff loyalty, inject fresh energy into your workspace, and increase your team’s day-to-day productivity.
%
of employers reported improved organisational productivity as a direct result of implementing apprenticeship programmes.
%
of employers confirmed that apprenticeships help them develop highly specific skills directly relevant to their organisation’s needs.
%
of apprentices choose to stay with their employer upon completing their training – meaning they're great for talent retention.
KEEP WINNING
We make it simple. You get the benefits.
Free help with
Recruitment
✔︎ Government incentives available – up to £5,000
Tailored Skills Development
✔︎ Align with company culture from the start
Increased
Retention
Centenary
Recognition
✔︎ Great local Public Relations opportunity
✔︎ Meet your Corporate Social Responsibility objectives
Employer enquiry form
Register your interest
There’s no commitment – just drop us your details and let’s talk about how offering an apprenticeship in 2026 is a win-win for your business, your apprentice and your city!
NOT THE RIGHT PERSON?
If there’s someone else in your organisation who might be better placed to talk about the 100 for 100 initiative, please let us know. Thank you.