At Elkins, delivering meaningful social value remains at the heart of everything we do. Over the first quarter of 2026, we’ve continued to strengthen our connections with local communities, support future talent, and contribute to initiatives that make a real difference.
Here’s a look at what we’ve been up to from January through to March.
Supporting the Next Generation of Construction Professionals
We’ve continued our commitment to developing future talent through our T-Level placements. This quarter, we checked in with Jada, Tyler, Adam and Vito, who are now halfway through their placements on our new build sites at The Brooks and Orangery Lane.
Working alongside our team, they’ve been gaining valuable hands-on experience while supporting their Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction course. From building confidence onsite to developing a deeper understanding of construction processes, it’s been fantastic to see their progress and enthusiasm for the industry grow. We’re proud to play a part in helping shape their future careers.
Site Visits Bringing Construction to Life
In February, we were delighted to welcome students from Shooters Hill Sixth Form College for a tour of our Orangery Lane development.
The visit provided a great opportunity for students to experience a live construction site, learn about the importance of health and safety, and see modern methods of construction in action. Orangery Lane will deliver 40 new net zero council homes, alongside new public open space, as part of the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s Greenwich Builds programme.
A big thank you to our Site Manager, Keith Hill, for hosting such an engaging and informative visit.
Investing in Local Communities
We were pleased to donate £500 to the Family Action Food Pantry Programme in Tower Hamlets this quarter. The donation will help support local families through the provision of essential items, including food supplies, women’s hygiene products, and improvements such as shelving and vegetable storage at pantry locations. Initiatives like this are vital in ensuring community support networks remain accessible and effective for those who need them most.
Engaging with Schools and Inspiring Careers
Careers engagement has been a key focus for us this quarter, as we continue to promote opportunities within the construction industry.
YouthBuild Graduation
In January, we attended the graduation ceremony for young people who have successfully completed the YouthBuild programme. It was an inspiring event, recognising the hard work, resilience and commitment of participants as they take their next steps towards employment and further opportunities.
St John’s Catholic Comprehensive School Careers Fair
Our Social Value Manager, Ayesha, and HR & Learning Development Advisor, Sarah, met with students from St John’s Catholic Comprehensive School as part of our ongoing community engagement work linked to our Worcester Close project with Gravesham Borough Council. It was encouraging to see such strong interest and curiosity about the wide range of roles and careers available across the construction industry.
Borough Academy Networking Session
In partnership with Construction Youth Trust, we supported a careers networking session for Year 10 students in February. The session gave students valuable insight into career pathways, routes into the industry, and real life experiences from professionals working across construction.
Eltham Hill School Employability Day
We were pleased to return to Eltham Hill School for their annual careers fair for Year 8 and 10 students at the beginning of March. The event provides a great platform to discuss different roles within construction, and we were impressed by the students’ enthusiasm and thoughtful questions. We look forward to welcoming some of them for work experience later in the year as part of our continued partnership with the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
Looking Ahead
As we move into the next quarter, we remain committed to creating opportunities, supporting communities, and delivering lasting social value across all our projects.
From developing future talent to strengthening local partnerships, we’re proud of the impact we’ve made so far in 2026 and we’re excited to build on this in the months ahead.
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