Welcome to our award winning Academy. To support our industry leading strategic target of 10% of our apprentices making up our workforce, recruiting & retaining talented people is vital to the future success of Ian Williams and the construction and property maintenance industries.
Our Academy manages Ian Williams’ significant investment in its people so they can succeed in their roles, prepare for future roles and enjoy high quality creative training.
The Ian Williams Academy was set up in 2016 to manage Ian Williams’ significant investment in its people so they can succeed in their roles, prepare for future careers and enjoy high quality, creative training. With a culture ingrained in a commitment to direct delivery, Ian Williams has always recognised that recruitment and development of talent is fundamental to its future success. Through our Apprenticeship and Trainee Surveyor schemes, the Academy represents a sustainable commitment to developing and retaining the best talent, and building a robust talent pool.
The Academy has been recognised by National Housing Maintenance Forum Best Apprenticeship Scheme 2018 and 2021, Rising Star 2023 and 2025 and Apprentice of the Year 2024.
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Welcome to our 2025 Apprentices
This year we have recruited 47 Apprentices across the UK. As they get started in their new roles, we are…
This year we have recruited 47 Apprentices across the UK. As they get started in their new roles, we are…
Posted on 22 September 2025
The Next Generation! – AkzoNobel partners with Ian Williams to invest in the future of painting and decorating talent
AkzoNobel, the company behind the renowned Dulux brand, is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Ian Williams that is…
AkzoNobel, the company behind the renowned Dulux brand, is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with Ian Williams that is…
Posted on 7 July 2025
Ian Williams celebrates learners at Celebration Lunch
Last week we hosted our annual Qualification Celebration Lunch to celebrate our learners at Ian Williams.
The event saw 27…
Last week we hosted our annual Qualification Celebration Lunch to celebrate our learners at Ian Williams.
The event saw 27…
Posted on 6 July 2025
Latest Ian Williams Review – out now!
Welcome to the latest issue of Review, our business update for clients and the industry at large.…
Welcome to the latest issue of Review, our business update for clients and the industry at large.…
Posted on 29 May 2025
Mohit’s journey from Apprentice to Foreperson
An apprenticeship at Ian Williams can provide you with a career and skills for life. We hope that all of…
An apprenticeship at Ian Williams can provide you with a career and skills for life. We hope that all of…
Posted on 17 April 2025
Ian Williams’ Apprentices Head to Slovenia!
Last week, two of our Apprentices, Elizabeth Horler Rhyme and Mollie Platts travelled to Ljubljana, Slovenia with The Painting and…
Last week, two of our Apprentices, Elizabeth Horler Rhyme and Mollie Platts travelled to Ljubljana, Slovenia with The Painting and…
Posted on 5 December 2024
Welcome to our 2024 apprentices
This year we have recruited 53 Apprentices at Ian Williams, meaning they now make up 15% of our trade workforce.…
This year we have recruited 53 Apprentices at Ian Williams, meaning they now make up 15% of our trade workforce.…
Posted on 23 September 2024
The benefits of taking on apprentices through Volunteer It Yourself
Volunteer It Yourself (VIY) is a social enterprise that encourages young people to volunteer to fix and upgrade community facilities…
Volunteer It Yourself (VIY) is a social enterprise that encourages young people to volunteer to fix and upgrade community facilities…
Posted on 1 September 2024
Meet Matt Roche and Ian Williams success story
Meet Matt Roche, he started as a Trainee Surveyor, sharing his love for the job and the development opportunities within…
Meet Matt Roche, he started as a Trainee Surveyor, sharing his love for the job and the development opportunities within…
Posted on 4 July 2024
Trainee Surveyor Azzia share her experience
Join Azzia, one of our Trainee Surveyors sharing her experience at Ian Williams and what you should expect from us….…
Join Azzia, one of our Trainee Surveyors sharing her experience at Ian Williams and what you should expect from us….…
Posted on 1 July 2024
