Perth and Kinross Apprentice Awards

The spotlight was set on local apprentices and their employers at the inaugural Perth and Kinross Apprentice Awards last night.

The awards, developed in partnership with Perth and Kinross Council, Skills Development Scotland, Developing the Young Workforce Tay Cities, Perthshire Chamber of Commerce and UHI Perth, highlighted the value of apprenticeships.

The entries reflected the commitment, talent and innovation demonstrated by individuals and businesses supporting work-based learning.

Well done to the inspiring winners:

Foundation Apprenticeship Category 

Gracie Forrester, Social Services and Healthcare Apprentice at Bertha Park High School

Modern Apprentice (SCQF Level 5) Category 

Kenza Akil, Apprentice Baker at Wild Hearth Bakery

Modern Apprentice (SCQF Level 6+) Category

Callie Henderson, Children and Young People Modern Apprentice at Auchlone Nature Kindergarten

Graduate Apprentice Category 

Tomas Ignatavicius, Civil Engineer at JML Contracts Ltd

Apprentice Employer Category

W.A. McGarries & Sons Ltd