Jet2.com and Jet2holidays Mark a New Era in Workforce Development with 76 Apprentices Graduating from Largest Cohort Ever
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have just marked a historic milestone in their apprenticeship scheme as 76 apprentices graduated from the biggest group to have completed the programme. The ceremony was held at The Centenary Pavilion in Leeds, where colleagues from across the business attended to celebrate the achievement of the culmination of hard work and training. This achievement marks a new level of commitment to the development of the workforce by the companies and is a milestone in their expanding apprenticeship scheme.
The event, which took place in front of the graduates’ families, colleagues, mentors, and training providers, was a clear reflection of the growing success and popularity of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays’ apprenticeship initiative. This fourth annual graduation ceremony also celebrated the largest number of apprentices to ever complete the programme in one year. The success of this cohort is a testament to the continuous expansion and excellence of the companies’ approach to training and development.
A Diverse and Growing Cohort
The 76 apprentices who graduated this year came from a broad range of departments within Jet2.com and Jet2holidays. These included key areas such as Sustainability, Engineering, Finance, Flight Operations, Ground Operations, In-Flight Retail, IT, Contact Centre, Contracting, Marketing, and Customer Service. The diversity in the departments that were represented highlighted the wide scope of the apprenticeship scheme and its importance in developing future talent across all sectors of the business.
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have always believed in fostering a culture of internal talent development, and their apprenticeship programme has become a cornerstone of this ethos. The fact that this year’s cohort was the largest to date reflects the increasing success and importance of the initiative. It also serves as a strong indicator of the companies’ investment in creating career opportunities for individuals at various stages of their professional journey.
Outstanding Success and Achievements
The success of this year’s graduates was remarkable, with every single apprentice passing their end-point assessments on their first attempt. Many graduates received distinctions for their exceptional work, highlighting the high level of commitment, skill, and dedication within the cohort. These results are a testament to the thoroughness of the training provided by Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, as well as the hard work of each apprentice throughout their journey.
The apprentices were each presented with their official apprenticeship certificates by the Director of their respective departments, a gesture that recognised their achievements and the significant effort they had put into completing the programme. This recognition was a key moment in the ceremony, as the graduates stood proud of what they had accomplished.
Celebrating the Graduates’ Dedication
The ceremony was more than just an opportunity to celebrate academic and professional success—it was also a moment to acknowledge the personal growth and dedication of each apprentice. In speeches during the event, Steve Heapy, CEO of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, expressed his admiration for the graduates’ commitment and highlighted the importance of apprenticeship schemes in shaping the future of the company.
Miriam D’souli, the HR Director, also addressed the crowd, sharing her thoughts on the significance of the apprenticeship programme in creating a diverse and highly skilled workforce. She reiterated the company’s commitment to investing in talent and creating opportunities for individuals to build their careers within the organisation.
Adding to the personal touch of the ceremony, two graduates, Ellie Wittingham and Archie Drummond, took to the stage to share their personal journeys. Both spoke about the challenges they faced, the skills they gained, and how the apprenticeship programme had helped shape their professional development. Their stories of perseverance and success were inspiring, not just to their fellow graduates, but to the attendees who had supported them throughout their journey.
Miriam D’souli, HR Director at Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, said: “We are as proud as ever to see 76 talented and committed apprentices graduate from our apprenticeship scheme in our biggest ever graduation ceremony. Our apprentice colleagues put in so much hard work, so it was fantastic to recognise their success and mark this important career milestone. These apprentices have developed enormously over the course of their studies, forging bright futures ahead of them. We are delighted to be expanding our apprenticeship programme into the next year as our business continues to grow, with our apprentices at the very heart of our success story.”
A Growing Apprenticeship Programme
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays currently employ over 200 apprentices across 45 different apprenticeship standards, ranging from Levels 2 to 7. This broad array of opportunities means that apprentices can engage in a diverse range of careers, from technical roles in engineering and IT to more customer-facing positions in marketing and customer service. The companies’ ongoing investment in apprenticeships is an important part of their strategy to ensure they are well-equipped with a skilled and knowledgeable workforce, capable of meeting the challenges of the modern travel and tourism industry.
Looking forward, Jet2.com and Jet2holidays plan to continue expanding their apprenticeship programme into 2026 and beyond. The growth of the programme reflects the companies’ commitment to developing future talent and offering employees opportunities for career progression. With such positive outcomes from this year’s cohort, there is little doubt that the apprenticeship programme will continue to thrive and provide valuable skills to the industry for years to come.
Recognition at the Yorkshire and Humber Apprenticeship Awards
In addition to the success of the graduation ceremony, Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have been shortlisted for several awards at the Yorkshire and Humber Apprenticeship and Skills Awards 2025. They are finalists in the prestigious Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Employer of the Year category. Furthermore, four apprentices from the company have been nominated for individual awards, in recognition of their dedication to championing apprenticeships in the region. This recognition further underscores the impact of Jet2.com and Jet2holidays’ apprenticeship programme in developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Conclusion
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays recently marked a historic milestone in their apprenticeship programme with 76 apprentices graduating, the largest number to ever finish the scheme. The special ceremony was held at The Centenary Pavilion in Leeds, where colleagues from across departments attended to celebrate the achievement of the culmination of their training and hard work. This milestone has raised a new standard for the companies’ investment in employee development and represents a major milestone for their expanding apprenticeship scheme.
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