Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation

SLDF apprenticeships

Creating Pathways to a Brighter Future

At the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation, we believe in building a society where every young person—regardless of their background—has the opportunity to thrive. Our Apprenticeship initiatives are designed to break down barriers and provide access to meaningful careers for underrepresented talent across the UK.

Why Apprenticeships Matter

Apprenticeships are a powerful way to open doors. They offer hands-on experience, industry-recognised qualifications, and the chance to earn while you learn. But for too many young people from marginalised communities, these opportunities remain out of reach. We’re here to change that.

Through strategic partnerships with forward-thinking employers, we’re creating access to high-quality apprenticeship schemes that reflect our commitment to equity, inclusion, and opportunity.

Why do an apprenticeship?

As an apprentice, you’ll earn a real wage from day one, gaining hands-on experience while developing the skills that employers truly value. Apprenticeships are more than just a job, they’re a powerful step toward long-term success.

By completing an apprenticeship, you’ll be setting yourself up for a brighter future, with many apprentices seeing significant salary growth over time. In fact, those who complete higher-level apprenticeships can earn up to £150,000 more over their lifetime.*

*Source: University education – Is this the best route into employment? AAT and CEBR, Feb 2013

What we offer

The Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation is dedicated to creating real pathways into the industries where young, underrepresented talent is most needed. Our apprenticeship programmes open doors to exciting, high-potential careers across a range of sectors, helping young people develop the skills, experience, and confidence to thrive.

We focus on apprenticeships in:

  • Architecture
  • Journalism
  • Law (LLB or Law & Criminal Justice)
  • Creative Industries (including media, design, and content production)
  • Technology (from digital skills to coding and IT support)
  • Hospitality (including culinary arts, hotel management, and customer experience)
  • Events (planning, production, and management)
  • Horse Racing (offering opportunities in riding, stable management, racecourse operations, media, and more)

These programmes are more than just jobs, they’re stepping stones to leadership, innovation, and lasting impact.

Qualifications you’ll earn

Our apprenticeship pathways offer the chance to earn nationally recognised qualifications while gaining real-world experience. Depending on the programme you choose, you can work towards:
  • Level 2 – Equivalent to 5 GCSEs
  • Level 3 – Equivalent to 2 A-Levels
  • Levels 4–7 – Including higher-level qualifications up to a Master’s degree equivalent
Whether you’re just starting out or aiming to specialise in a professional field, our apprenticeships are designed to help you grow, progress, and unlock new opportunities.

"I am indebted to baroness Lawrence for her unswerving devotion to equality and see my own trajectory in architecture as a consequence of stephen's legagy ."

- Thomas Aquilina, Stephen Lawrence Day Fellow, London School of architecture

Our Commitment to Young People

At the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation, we’re proud to champion the next generation of leaders, creators, and changemakers. Through our growing network of partners and programmes, we’ve helped open doors for hundreds of young people aged 16–24, connecting them with apprenticeships that lead to real careers and brighter futures.

While our journey is still evolving, our mission is clear: to create a lasting legacy of opportunity, equity, and excellence for young people from underrepresented communities across the UK.

Apprenticeships offered:

Business Administrator

Level: 3 (equivalent to A levels at grades A to E)
Typical length: 18 months
Current funding band: up to £5,000 per apprentice

Level: 3 (equivalent to A levels at grades A to E)
Typical length: 18 months
Current funding band: up to £5,000 per apprentice

Level: 3 (equivalent to A levels at grades A to E)
Typical length: 18 months
Current funding band: up to £5,000 per apprentice

How to apply

To apply for a specific programme, or to find out more information,
speak to the team today!

Meet our apprentices

Eric - Business Admin

We have been running successful apprenticeships, for apprentices aged 16-24, for over 25 years. During this time we have provided apprenticeships to more than 1500 young people.

We have been running successful apprenticeships, for apprentices aged 16-24, for over 25 years. During this time we have provided apprenticeships to more than 1500 young people.

Jovan - Groundsman

We have been running successful apprenticeships, for apprentices aged 16-24, for over 25 years. During this time we have provided apprenticeships to more than 1500 young people.

We have been running successful apprenticeships, for apprentices aged 16-24, for over 25 years. During this time we have provided apprenticeships to more than 1500 young people.

Matthew - Groundsman

We have been running successful apprenticeships, for apprentices aged 16-24, for over 25 years. During this time we have provided apprenticeships to more than 1500 young people.

We have been running successful apprenticeships, for apprentices aged 16-24, for over 25 years. During this time we have provided apprenticeships to more than 1500 young people.

No matter who you are or where you come from, your future starts here. The opportunity is real — are you ready to take the first step?

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