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JTL Training
|3rd June 2026
On Thursday 28 May 2026, Baroness Jacqui Smith, Minister for Skills, visited JTL Thames Valley in Wheatley, Oxfordshire to meet with electrical apprentices, local employers and industry partners, and to see first-hand how JTL is supporting the next generation of skilled tradespeople. She officially declared the centre open with the push of a button – […]
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|3rd June 2026
JTL is delighted to announce the regional winners of the JTL Apprenticeship Awards 2026, recognising the outstanding achievements of apprentices, tutors and training officers across the country. The awards celebrate excellence in apprenticeship training and highlight the dedication, skill and commitment demonstrated by individuals helping to shape the future of the building services engineering sector. […]
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|6th May 2026
Industry contributors say high quality apprenticeships deliver measurable business returns – boosting productivity, retention and capacity for SMEs across the supply chain. Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA), the Joint Industry Board (JIB) and independent training provider JTL are urging employers across construction, engineering and building services to treat apprenticeships as a strategic investment, not a cost, […]
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|6th May 2026
Josh Babarinde MP visited JTL’s training centre in Eastbourne to meet apprentices, employers and industry partners, and to discuss how apprenticeship opportunities can be strengthened across the region. The visit coincided with a trade morning event hosted at the centre in partnership with City Electrical Factors (CEF), bringing together local employers and suppliers to showcase tools, equipment and share industry knowledge. The event […]
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|4th March 2026
JTL is proud to have hosted the assessment day at JTL Birmingham for the Aico Community Awards 2026 – Apprentice of the Year category. Electrical apprentices from across the UK put their knowledge and practical skills to the test as part of this prestigious awards process. The standard on display in Birmingham was exceptional, and […]
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|18th February 2026
JTL has launched a new Female Apprentice Network, bringing together women and girls from across its apprenticeship programmes to connect, share experiences and help shape a more inclusive future for the building services engineering sector. The network was officially launched during National Apprenticeship Week, with its inaugural event held at the newest JTL training centre, […]
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|9th February 2026
JTL has launched a new advertising campaign that puts real people at the heart of apprenticeships – showcasing apprentices, employers and JTL Training Officers working together to build successful careers in the electrical, plumbing and heating industries. The campaign highlights JTL’s unique model, which provides every apprentice with a dedicated Training Officer who supports and […]
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|9th February 2026
From centre open days to parliamentary events – and everything in between – here’s how JTL is marking this annual celebration of apprenticeships. This year’s National Apprenticeship Week runs from 9-15 February, themed around Skills for Life. Across our JTL training centres and in collaboration with stakeholders, we’re looking forward to a packed week of events and […]
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|8th February 2026
An exciting new initiative from JTL to connect women in plumbing, heating and electrical trades. Join us during National Apprenticeship Week 2026 for the launch of JTL’s new Female Apprentice Network – designed to support women entering and progressing in plumbing, heating and electrical trades. The launch event, themed as ‘Building Our Network’, marks the beginning of a 12-month programme designed to […]
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|16th January 2026
JTL is inviting local electrical and plumbing employers, professionals and apprentices to an open event at the JTL Birmingham Training Centre, on Rocky Lane, during National Apprenticeship Week. Taking place on Thursday 12 February from 3pm to 7pm, the event offers attendees the opportunity to explore JTL’s training offer, connect with industry partners, and access practical […]
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|13th January 2026
JTL has officially opened its newly refurbished London South training centre in Orpington, following a £1 million investment to expand high-quality electrical, plumbing and heating training across London and Kent. The centre was formally opened at a launch event attended by employers, industry stakeholders and local representatives, with Helen Hayes MP, Chair of the House […]
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