The finalists for this year’s SPARKS Female Skills Competition have been revealed! This year, six outstanding students will go forward to the Grand Final, taking place at Stephenson College in Coalville, on 18th April.
The regional heats took place during February and March, with Level 2 and 3 electrical students showcasing their skills in three regional locations across England. This year’s entries meant that the competition judges had a challenge on their hands! After careful marking, often with scores separated by very narrow margins, we are proud to present the following regional winners and finalists for this year’s competition:
Charlotte Bobbett, Yeovil College
Anne Greaves, Leicester College
Mia Goodhall, St Helen’s College
Sarah Little, Activate Learning
Kaci Riley, Loughborough College
Chelsie Miller, St.Helen’s College
Zoe Tanner, Managing Director at SPARKS, commented: “The calibre of skill each competitor demonstrated has been incredible! They should all be immensely proud of themselves for taking part. The positive outcomes from the competition have been remarkable. Last year’s winner and runner-up went on to enter and win their regional heats in this year’s SPARKS Learner of the Year competition. This is a clear indication that initiatives like this can act as a stepping stone, empowering women to participate more confidently in mixed-gender competitions and in the industry as a whole.”
The competition is supported by leading industry names such as Megger (Headline Sponsor), Aico, Electric Center, The IET, Milwaukee, Schneider Electric, Prysmian, Snickers Workwear, and the National Electrotechnical Training (NET). The competition’s Head Judge is Darren Oates from NET.
For more information, visit the SPARKS Female Skills Competition 2024 website here
Follow the competition on social media using #SPARKSFSC24
