Marvin OnumonuISS Facility Services UK (ISS) reached a £1m milestone in apprenticeship levy gifting in 2025, supporting 236 apprenticeships at 86 organisations across England.
More than half of the funds went to apprenticeships for young people and individuals with disabilities, mainly in care homes and disability support.
The rest funded apprenticeships in social care, elderly care, early years education, refugee support and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Polaris Community received some of the funding, using it for staff to complete the children, young people and families practitioner apprenticeship.
Ruth Holland, quality assurance and safeguarding auditor at Polaris, said: “These levy donations have played a vital role in enabling us to invest in staff training and development, ensuring our teams are fully prepared to meet the needs of the children and young people we support.
“Thank you to ISS for your continued support and commitment to our work with children and young people; your contribution is making a real and lasting difference.”
The gifting programme formed part of ISS’s social impact strategy.
The aim was to create a talent pipeline for apprentices, employers and local communities.
Rebecca Jeffs, chief people officer at ISS UK & Ireland, said: “This milestone is a testament to our commitment to the communities where we operate, and shows the transformative difference we’re making in people’s lives.
“By strategically directing our apprenticeship levy funds, we are not only supporting the development of essential skills but also contributing to the well-being of communities across the UK, which aligns with our mission and values.
“We’re especially proud to empower so many young people and individuals with disabilities through apprenticeships, helping them gain experience in the workplace and build brighter futures.”
Steve Jones, head of employability at ISS UK & Ireland, said: “Reaching this £1 million milestone is a significant achievement.
“By funding apprenticeships in critical sectors, we are helping to develop the skills needed for the future workforce.
“Our focus on supporting young people and individuals with disabilities through apprenticeships is particularly rewarding, as it aligns with our commitment to creating inclusive employment opportunities.”
