Pathway Partners Sponsorship Programme

Supporting Local Talent. Strengthening Local Business.

Why Sponsor?

At OPTIMA, we believe in creating opportunities that transform lives. Many aspiring electricians face financial barriers that prevent them from completing their training and stepping into employment.

Through the Pathway Partners Sponsorship Programme, local businesses can invest in their community, strengthen their workforce pipeline, and showcase their commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). By sponsoring a student, you’re not just supporting education, you’re powering futures.

Our Three-Tier Sponsorship Model

Tier 1: Community Partner (£500 – £1,000 per year)

✅ Logo placement on OPTIMA website “Community Sponsors” page
✅ Social media and newsletter recognition
✅ Certificate of sponsorship for CSR display
✅ Invitation to one networking/open day per year

Impact: Your support provides training materials, exam fees, or travel assistance for students in need.

Tier 2: Skills Partner (£2,500 – £5,000 per year)

✅ All Community Partner benefits, plus:
✅ Logo on event banners & student course packs
✅ Invitation to deliver a guest talk/workshop to learners
✅ Early access to our graduate recruitment pipeline
✅ Featured CSR case study in OPTIMA marketing collateral

Impact: Your support funds bursaries for students in financial hardship and helps subsidise tools and equipment.

Tier 3: Pathway Patron (£10,000+ per year)

✅ All Community & Skills Partner benefits, plus:
✅ Prominent branding as a Lead Sponsor across events, website, and press releases
✅ Adopt a Cohort” – attach your business name to a full student group
✅ Priority recruitment opportunities, including guaranteed interviews with top learners
✅ Bespoke CSR impact report with student success stories and media-ready content
✅ Joint PR and media coverage celebrating your contribution

Impact: Your sponsorship directly funds multiple training places, removes barriers to learning, and creates a legacy in the local skills pipeline.

Additional Opportunities

  • Named Scholarships: Fund a specific learner or group in your business’ name

  • In-Kind Sponsorship: Donate tools, PPE, or work placements

  • Annual Partners Dinner: Celebrate achievements, meet students, and network with fellow sponsors

Join Us as a Pathway Partner

Together, we can remove financial barriers, build skilled careers, and create stronger local communities.

📞 Contact: +44 (0) 2030867314
📧 Email: careers@optima-ect.com