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
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
- 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
"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
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
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
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.