Youthbuild UK
For more than 20 years we have championed the cause of disadvantaged young people by working with employers and organisations in the construction industry to share best practice and to celebrate young people’s success through our prestigious annual awards
Celebrating achievement
Zinnia’s story
The road to success
Zinnia was the winner of the 2018 YBUK Young Builder of the Year Awards. She had a difficult journey, but with the right help and guidance she acquired the skills to succeed in her chosen trade. Discover Zinnia’s remarkable story.
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Young Builder of the Year Awards 2019
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O’Halloran & O’Brien Academy
O’Halloran & O’Brien Ltd (OHOB) is one of the UK’s leading groundworks and civil engineering contractors. Their Construction Training Academy trains young people, from the ground up and those already qualified who want to diversify, for careers in the construction industry.
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The NHBC Apprenticeship Scheme
Who is NHBC? The National House-Building Council (NHBC) is the UK’s leading provider of warranty and insurance for new homes. Established in 1936, NHBC’s purpose is to build confidence in the construction quality of new homes by assessing, inspecting and…
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