Kilnbridge Retains Platinum Accreditation with The 5% Club

Kilnbridge is thrilled to announce it has retained its Platinum accredited membership from of The 5% Club for the second year in a row. This accolade highlights our unwavering commitment to empowering our employees through “earn and learn” initiatives such as Apprenticeships, Graduate Schemes, and Sponsored Student Placements.

The Club’s Employer Audit Scheme rigorously assesses an organisation’s efforts, future ambitions, and commitment to social mobility, diversity, and inclusion before awarding an accreditation. Achieving Platinum status is a testament to any company’s dedication to nurture, growth and develop its workforce. Maintaining this standard for two years in a row underscores Kilnbridge’s belief that investment in people is the cornerstone of its success.

By being part of The 5% Club, Kilnbridge stands alongside over 1,100 forward-thinking employers who are dedicated to driving positive change. Its membership represents a powerful movement of companies working together to make workplace training more inclusive, diverse, and accessible. Collectively, members support 1.9 million employees, with more than 108,000 individuals participating in “earn and learn” schemes.

Darryl Jones, Learning and Development Manager at Kilnbridge said: “At Kilnbridge we are striving for continuous growth within the industry and with our people and this can only be achieved by allowing our business to support organisations such as the 5% club to keep us on our toes to ensure we are bring new entrants in through every available avenue. Through programs that offer hands-on learning, we are creating pathways for professional growth, equipping our staff with the skills and confidence they need to thrive.”

Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive at The 5% Club, commented: “We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, like Kilnbridge who have gone above and beyond to invest in the future of their workforce through a diverse range of ‘earn and learn’ initiatives. Their dedication, especially during these challenging times, deserves to be celebrated. By achieving Platinum membership, Kilnbridge has shown an exceptional commitment to shaping the skills of tomorrow, contributing not only to their business but to the wider economy.”

Gill Cronin, Director of Operations at The 5% Club, added: “It is inspiring to witness the dedication and passion our members bring to providing meaningful career development opportunities. Kilnbridge’s Platinum membership highlights their leadership in creating impactful learning environments that prioritise inclusion and diversity. As we see 20% of our members reaching these prestigious tiers, it’s a true reflection of how companies like Kilnbridge are laying the groundwork for the future talent pipeline.”