Bursaries

Sam, from St Helens College, was a successful recipient of a Bursary in our 2024 competition seen here at the Installer Show 2024.

We took the opportunity to take this picture of Sam with his fellow students who came along to support him!

Bursary Sponsor – Monument Tools

The Bursaries are only possible because of the generous sponsorship provided by Monument Tools. Monument Tools is one of the leading British Tool Manufacturers of professional quality plumbing tools. Each year up to 6 students are awarded up to £1,000 worth of tools, which is invaluable to them in their early careers.

The Monument brand is over 90 years old, and the company, which is still owned and managed by the Collier family now in its 5th generation, continues to invest in the latest technology. The products manufactured range from small pipe cutters up to £1,000 manhole cover lifters.

Monument Tools is one of the largest specialist hand tools manufacturers in Europe, both designing and manufacturing tools for Plumbing, Roofing, and Drainage under the Monument brand, via Private Label and OEM.

Nic Drew, Monument’s Business Development Manager explains:

Supporting the bursaries is one of the best aspects of my role. It’s great to see the difference our tools can make to those starting out and to see the enthusiasm these students have for their chosen profession. It’s really important too for the wider industry to play their part encouraging the next generation, so we can rise to the challenge of climate change and delivering net zero.

Applications for 2025

Applying for a Bursary

Apprentices are encouraged to apply using the online application form below, but must have a reference from their lecturer or employer.

Professional bodies, training providers, or employers are encouraged to support students who, in their opinion, meet the criteria and would therefore merit consideration as recipients of a Bursary.

The Company annually considers Bursaries of up to £1,000 for up to 6 plumbing apprentices, which is awarded in vouchers for tools and equipment.

A Bursary will not be used to offset any course fees provided by an employer.

Applicants must provide the following

Proof of registration, including the enrolment number with the awarding body for Level 3 MES (Plumbing) or Level 3 MES (Plumbing) or equivalent.

However, if you possess a different qualification that you wish to be considered, please send details to the Clerk.

Application Form

Here is the Online Application Form – deadline: Friday, 17th January 2025 !

We welcome applications from all eligible plumbing apprentices, however, if you have any difficulties in completing the online form please contact the Clerk.

Alternatively, you may download an Application Form to apply by post or email – deadline: Friday, 10th January 2025 !

2025  Application Timetable

>>  Applications open – November 2024

>>  Closing date for postal or email applications – Friday, 10th January 2025

>>  Closing date for online applications – Friday, 17th January 2025

> > Bursary Winners notified – February 2025

> > Bursary Winners announced on World Plumbing Day – Monday, 11th March 2025

Save the dates

24th, 25th, and 26th June 2025 for the Installer Show at the NEC Birmingham, and visit our stand!

Important information

• All applications will be considered by the Company’s Education & Technical Committee, who may seek additional information.
• Previously unsuccessful applicants may apply again.
• Not all candidates will be successful and the decision of the Education & Technical Committee is final.
• No correspondence will be entered into in respect of decisions made, and any such Bursaries given.
• Successful applicants may be invited to attend an event, such as a lunch in London, for which travel expenses will be reimbursed.
• A Bursary, once granted, will not be paid until proof of registration with a recognised trailblazer or registration with the Awarding Organisation has been provided e.g. BPEC [British Plumbing Employers Council], City & Guilds, EAL [Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited] or equivalent.