JN Bentley awarded platinum membership of The 5% Club for second year running
- Charlotte Hobson
- 1 day ago
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JN Bentley is proud to have been awarded platinum membership of The 5% Club for the second year running, following the annual Employer Audit Scheme.
About the 5% club
The 5% Club is a dynamic network of forward-thinking employers committed to driving positive change in workplace training. Its mission is to promote greater inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility by expanding high-quality ‘earn and learn’ opportunities across the UK.
The Club exists to help its members and all employers to further increase the number, quality and range of earn and learn opportunities across the UK.
In joining The 5% Club, members aspire to achieve at least 5% of their workforce in ‘earn and learn’ positions – including apprentices, sponsored students and graduates on formalised training schemes.
JN Bentley’s investment in early careers
Over the past four years, more than 10% of JN Bentley’s workforce have been made up of apprentices, placement students, and graduates – a commitment that has earned us this prestigious recognition.
Judith Jeffery, HR Director said: “We’re incredibly proud to have achieved platinum membership with The 5% Club for the second year! This accomplishment really does reflect the dedication of everyone at JN Bentley. With a strong heritage in nurturing talent, our platinum membership highlights our shared commitment to investing in early career development within the construction and engineering space.”
JN Bentley’s early careers programme continues to grow, providing a valuable gateway into the industry, helping apprentices, placement students and graduates establish and build fulfilling careers.
Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive at The 5% Club, said: “We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, like JN Bentley, who continue to raise the bar for workplace learning.
“Their dedication to creating rich and varied 'earn and learn' opportunities sets a remarkable example. By achieving Platinum membership, JN Bentley has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to investing in people — shaping the skills of tomorrow and driving lasting impact for both business and society.”
Gill Cronin, Director of Operations at The 5% Club, added: “It is truly inspiring to see the enthusiasm and leadership our members bring to developing talent. JN Bentley’s Platinum membership is a shining example of how purposeful investment in people can deliver opportunity, inclusion, and excellence.”
2026 early careers opportunities
Applications for early careers roles at JN Bentley are now open – closing on 6 January 2026.
If you, or someone you know, want to join an employer who is among the top 42 large companies in the country for earn and learn roles, visit our careers site to view all our current opportunities.
Applications for apprenticeships will open in January 2026.
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