We are proud to announce that we have successfully placed our 200th Scion into employment, a major milestone for our award-winning Scion Scheme. Launched in 2017 to address a shortage of technical talent, the Scion Scheme has become a cornerstone of our commitment to promoting opportunity and social mobility within the tech sector.
Earlier this year, Netmatters was honoured to receive a King’s Award for Enterprise for Promoting Opportunity 2025, formally hosting the ceremony last month. As one of only 197 organisations nationally to achieve this prestigious recognition, the King’s Award celebrates our dedication to helping individuals access meaningful careers, especially those who may have faced barriers entering the industry.
James, our Managing Director, reflects on this milestone:
“We are delighted to have achieved our 200th successful placement of a Scion. Hearing stories of how lives have been changed through this program makes us very proud and motivated to take this further.”
The Scion Scheme was developed to bridge a significant skills gap in the East of England and create an accessible pathway into tech for individuals who might not otherwise have the opportunity. The scheme targets those who are unemployed, long-term unemployed, or from low-income backgrounds. Scions undergo a comprehensive training program combining hands-on software development experience with theoretical learning and soft skills development. Graduates are then supported in securing suitable roles, ensuring that training translates into meaningful employment.
Kayleigh Hall celebrates the milestone, saying:
“Reaching 200 individuals in employment is an incredible milestone for everyone involved in the course. Helping people move into careers they’re passionate about, rather than just jobs, is truly inspiring. Here’s to the next 200!”
A Transformative Achievement
Reaching 200 placements underscores the success of a program that prioritises not just skill development, but life-changing opportunity. Each Scion represents a story of confidence gained, potential realised, and barriers overcome.
At Netmatters, we remain committed to expanding the reach of the Scion Scheme, nurturing talent, and opening doors to careers that make a genuine difference. With 200 Scions now successfully placed, the journey continues—transforming lives and inspiring others to follow in the footsteps of our graduates.