London South Training Centre – Official Opening Event
Schedule
Thu Jan 08 2026 at 09:30 am to 04:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
JTL | Orpington, EN
About this Event
We’re excited to welcome employers, industry partners and guests to celebrate the official opening of our newly refurbished London South Training Centre — formerly known as our JTL Orpington Centre. The event starts at 9.30am and the official opening ceremony will take place at 10:30am led by Helen Hayes MP, Chair of the Education Select Committee.
Following a £1 million investment, our state-of-the-art facility has been transformed to deliver cutting-edge apprenticeship training in electrical and plumbing & heating Level 3 qualifications. With a particular emphasis on environmental technologies, our centre now features the latest industry-standard equipment, including:
- Heat pump training rigs
- Solar PV and solar thermal systems
- Advanced hot water and energy efficiency technology
This investment ensures our apprentices and employers benefit from hands-on learning with the tools and technologies shaping the future of the building services industry.
The event will run all day, giving you the chance to explore the facilities, meet our expert training teams, and discover how JTL can support your workforce development needs.
Who Should Attend
- Electrical and plumbing employers
- Industry professionals and suppliers
- Apprenticeship and training coordinators
- Those interested in sustainable building technologies
Why Attend?
This event is an excellent opportunity to:
✅ See the latest training technology in action
✅ Network with industry partners and peers
✅ Learn more about supporting apprentices in your business
✅ Discover how our new London South Training Centre can help you develop skilled, future-ready tradespeople
Book your free ticket today and be part of the future of trade training at JTL’s London South Training Centre.
Agenda
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Network, meet the JTL team and enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Official opening ceremony
Info: Official opening ceremony with Helen Hayes MP, Chair of the House of Commons Education Select Committee, Sir John Low, Chair of the JTL Board and JTL's Chief Executive, Chris Claydon.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Tour the centre facilities
Info: Tour the centre facilities, 'have a go' activities, chat with JTL delivery staff and apprentices, meet local employers and industry leaders.
Where is it happening?
JTL, 120-122 High Street, Orpington, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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