APPRENTICES working in trades can enter a competition with a £10,000 prize.
The Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2020 competition is open for entries from young tradespeople. where one talented tradie will be named as ‘apprentice of the year.’
The winner will take away a career-boosting prize package worth £10,000. This includes everything a future tradesperson may need to start up their own business – £5,000 of tools, a £3,000 training budget and £2,000 worth of technology.
The winner will also get £2,000 for the college where they study.
Danielle Sweet, Screwfix spokesperson, said: “We are delighted to be back with our Screwfix Trade Apprentice competition as we search for the brightest new talent in the construction industry.
“This year we are on the lookout to find an apprentice who goes above and beyond the call of duty to succeed within their chosen career. It really is an honour to be able to offer our future generation this career boosting accolade and £10,000 prize bundle to help kick start their future.
“We recognise the value of supporting the next generation and believe that Screwfix Trade Apprentice really demonstrates what apprentices have to offer and the importance of investing in their futures. I look forward to seeing who will be crowned this year’s winner. Could an apprentice from Solihull be in the running?”
Apprentices can enter directly or be put forward by their college lecturer or their employer. It’s completely free and is open to all apprentices who are in college or working with a mentor. All entrants must be over the age of 16.
Entries close on March 1. To find out more, visit screwfix.com/sfta.
