Commitment to People Development Award
A business is only as strong as its people, and the Commitment to People Development Award celebrates organisations that truly invest in their workforce. This award recognises businesses that prioritise skills development, training, and career progression, ensuring their teams are equipped to grow, innovate, and contribute to overall business success.
We’re looking for organisations that go beyond the basics—those that embed learning and development into their culture, creating opportunities for employees to thrive. Our judges want to see how a commitment to upskilling and nurturing talent has had a positive, measurable impact on the organisation.
What We’re Looking For
Developing people isn’t just about training courses—it’s about creating an organisation where employees feel valued, engaged, and empowered to succeed.
If your business is leading the way in people development, we want to recognise your achievements and celebrate your commitment to building a skilled and motivated workforce.
Skills Development as a Core Business Strategy
Training shouldn’t be an afterthought—it should be part of the bigger picture. Show us how investing in workforce development is embedded in your business strategy and how it aligns with your company’s goals and growth plans.
The Impact of Skills Development on Business Performance
How has training and upskilling driven success in your organisation? Whether it's increased productivity, improved staff retention, or higher customer satisfaction, we want to see the tangible benefits that investing in people has brought to your business.
Investment in Apprenticeships & Career Progression
Apprenticeships, leadership programmes, and succession planning are key to a sustainable workforce. Tell us how your organisation nurtures talent, helps employees progress in their careers, and ensures a strong pipeline of future leaders.
A Positive Culture of Learning & Development
We want to hear how your organisation fosters an environment where learning is encouraged and valued. How do you ensure employees feel supported in their growth? What feedback have you received from staff about the opportunities available to them?
Barnsley College
Our students are at the heart of everything we do. Our outstanding, passionate staff are always striving for excellence and this positive culture has a real impact on the aspirations of our students.
We encourage all our staff and students to dream big and we are proud to say that studying at Barnsley College helps to inspire our learners and transform their lives. Our vision, purpose, values and strategic priorities help to steer the college and ensure that our focus is on helping our students to achieve the very best.