Portfolio · 6 min read
Building an apprentice portfolio in Somerset (2026)
How Somerset apprentices should build a portfolio in 2026 - what to include, hosting, and the projects that impress employers most.
By Jack Frampton, Marketer at Queen's College, Taunton · Published 15 July 2026
A portfolio is often what gets an apprentice hired or promoted. Here's how to build one in 2026, whether you're in marketing, business or a trade.
Structure
3–5 projects, each with brief, work, outcome, learnings.
Hosting
Notion for speed, custom site for polish. Free options work fine.
What to include
Real numbers where possible. Screenshots. A short reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many projects should a portfolio have?
- 3–5 strong projects beat 15 average ones.
- Can I include college coursework?
- Yes if it's high quality and real-world adjacent.
- Should I put my portfolio on my CV?
- Yes - a link at the top of the CV lifts interview rates significantly.
- How often should I update it?
- Quarterly at minimum.
Explore more on this site
- Apprenticeship Hub →Free mentoring, vacancy help and guides for school leavers, parents and employers.
- Marketing Portfolio →Campaign design, sports graphics, editorial work and photography from Queen's College, Taunton.
- Video →Behind the scenes video and short-form apprenticeship content.
- About Jack Frampton →Marketer, apprenticeship advocate and Taunton keynote speaker.
About the author
Marketer at Queen's College, Taunton · Apprenticeship advocate
Jack Frampton is a marketer at Queen's College, Taunton, working across digital marketing, SEO, design, content and photography. He came through the apprenticeship route himself, founded the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening and speaks in schools across Somerset and the South West about apprenticeships as a route into marketing. He offers free mentoring for school leavers, parents and employers.
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