How can apprentices help me and my business?
Thousands of businesses have benefited from employing an apprentice. Apprentices attend a structured training programme and learn the skills they need to do the whole job – not just a few of the skills.
When you take on an apprentice you are investing in your business's future. Apprentices are highly motivated to learn the skills that will benefit your business. The fact they can put their skills into practice adds to their job satisfaction; often they are very loyal and retention rates are high.
You'll be able to train them in the core values and ethos of your business right from the start, so they'll be in tune with what makes your business tick and what your customers expect. So from day one an apprentice will be learning how to work in your business, helping it to be more productive and stay competitive.
Construction employers (working with the Sector Skills Council) design the content of the National Vocational Qualification programme, so you'll know it's relevant to your business. You can even negotiate with training providers so the training is tailored towards your individual business's needs, so you reap maximum business benefits, even during the training period.
So enquire about taking on an apprentice today. Before long you'll have highly motivated staff with up-to-date, specialist skills and knowledge to take your business forward in the years to come.
What do I do next?
If you think your business could benefit from taking on an apprentice, call 08000 150 400 for a free employer's pack.
Apprenticeship
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Further information
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CITB – Construction Skills
www.ctib.co.uk
For details on apprenticeship training schemes and employer grants
Tel: 0808 100 0055
Construction Apprenticeship Scheme Helpline
People to places matching, monitoring service and assistance with terms and agreements
Tel: 01485 577877
Summit Skills
www.summitskills.org.uk
Details on electrotechnical, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration and plumbing apprenticeships
Tel: 0870 351 4620
Scottish Enterprise – Skillseekers & Modern Apprenticeships in Scotland
www.scottish-enterprise.com
If you live in Scotland and are interested in taking part in Modern Apprenticeships this site can give you all the advice you need.
Department for Employment & Learning Northern Ireland
www.delni.gov.uk
For third level education, training and a range of employment measures, all aimed at giving people the skills, knowledge and opportunities to work.
National Traineeships & Modern Apprenticeships in Wales
www.elwa.ac.uk/elwaweb/elwa.aspx?pageid=645
They aim to promote lifelong learning and provide world-class learning opportunities for all in Wales to fulfil their potential.
