SJ Roberts Construction has earned national recognition for its commitment to developing future talent, having been ranked at #13 on the UK Government’s 2025 list of the Top 50 SME Apprenticeship Employers. It is the highest-ranking SME across both Shropshire and the West Midlands.
The prestigious annual ranking celebrates small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have shown exceptional dedication to apprenticeships, providing valuable training and career opportunities across the country. Larger companies, including BAE Systems, Amazon and John Lewis, were also ranked on a separate league table.
Mike Sambrook, managing director at SJ Roberts Construction, commented:
“Being recognised by the UK government for our investment in the next generation of construction professionals is a fantastic honour. We’ve long valued the contribution that apprentices make to our business and increase our investment in them each year.”
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson said:
“Congratulations to all the employers recognised for their outstanding apprenticeship programmes. They are delivering the skilled workforce we need to deliver our number one mission to grow the economy and breaking down barriers for young people across the country.”
The full list of top apprenticeship employers for 2025 is available via top-apprenticeshipemployers.co.uk/2025-winners.
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