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Recruiting an apprentice

 

Employing an apprentice offers numerous benefits for businesses, including cost-effective talent development and enhanced workforce loyalty.

Apprentices bring fresh perspectives, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, which can drive innovation and adaptability within the organisation.

An apprenticeship combines learning at our training centres, with on-site experience, to give apprentices the right mix of technical and practical skills.

 

At Achievement Training, we guide your business through the entire process of employing a suitable apprentice for your team.

Please fill out our form below and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss your options.

 

Recruiting an apprentice form

 

 

Why should you hire an apprentice?

  • Apprenticeships can help create a qualified and loyal workforce, which can help improve productivity.
  • An apprentice’s training can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your business.
  • Apprenticeships are a fantastic opportunity for individuals of all age groups, provided they are over 16.
  • Apprenticeships are for new and exsiting staff.

 

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Apprenticeship off the-job training explained

 

 

Incentive payments for hiring a new apprentice

Employers could be eligible for the £1000 incentive payment, when hiring a new apprentice who is either:

 

  • aged 16 to 18 years old, or
  • aged 19 to 25 years old and has an education, health and care (EHC) plan or has been in the care of their local authority

 

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Important Update: Changes to Apprenticeship Maths & English Requirements

The Department for Education (DfE) has announced changes to the English and Maths requirements for apprenticeships, which will come into effect from February 11, 2025.

Under these new rules, apprentices aged 19 and over will no longer be required to achieve a Level 2 functional skills qualification in English and Maths to complete their apprenticeship.

This change aims to reduce barriers to apprenticeship completion for adult learners. While achieving these qualifications is now optional for apprentices in this age group, developing English and Maths skills remains valuable for career advancement and daily life.

Additionally, some employers may still expect apprentices to complete these qualifications. The decision will be at their discretion, and apprentices are encouraged to discuss these requirements with their employer or training provider.

It is important to note that this change only applies to apprentices aged 19 and over.  Apprentices aged 16-18 are still required to complete the Level 2 functional skills qualifications as part of their apprenticeship.

Achievement Training Ltd are committed to supporting all our learners throughout their apprenticeship journey. If you have any questions about how this change might affect you, please feel free to contact our Apprenticeship Team.

Tel: 01752 202264

Email: admissions@achievementtraining.com

How to create an Apprenticeship Account

Before supporting you with an apprenticeship, you must create an apprenticeship service account.

 

Create an account here

 

The apprenticeship service is a government online service which will allow you to set up and manage your apprenticeships.

All apprenticeships in England must be managed through the apprenticeship service and you will need to set up an account in order to use the service.

 

Why you need an account

By creating an apprenticeship service account, you’ll be able to:

  • access and manage apprenticeship funding
  • set up and approve apprentices
  • advertise roles on the ‘Find an apprenticeship’ service
  • approve training costs
  • check payments to training providers
  • give training providers permission to carry out some tasks on your behalf
  • give feedback on apprenticeship training

 

How to create an account

To create an account, you will need:

  • an email address
  • permission to add your PAYE schemes to the account
  • permission to accept the employer agreement on behalf of your organisation

You will also need either the Government Gateway login for your organisation, or your accounts office reference number (AORN) and employer PAYE scheme reference number.

For guidance on how to create an apprenticeship service account, watch our helpful video. 

 

 

 

Apprenticeship Enrolment Forms

 

 

Apprenticeship Enrolment Form (Employer) – Part 1

Please use this form if you are the employer wanting to enrol an apprentice.

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Apprenticeship Enrolment Form (Apprentice) – Part 2

Please use this form if you are the apprentice wanting to enrol with a new employer.

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Employer and Learner Handbooks

 

 

 

Guidance for employers supporting Apprentices and Learners in the workplace.

Employer Handbook

 

 

 

 

 

Guidance for students, apprentice’s and volunteers in the workplace.

Learner Handbook

 

Employer Testimonials

At the heart of every successful apprenticeship are the stories of businesses that have embraced the potential of nurturing new talent.

Here are just few testimonials from various employers, Achievement Training have successfully supported.

 

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Skills for Life campaign

The Government Skills for Life campaign highlights the range of training and employment schemes available for businesses wanting to boost their workforce capabilities, including apprenticeships and T-Levels.

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Please consider encouraging your employees to visit Skills for Life to take advantage of a range of training offers – including digital skills qualifications as well as numeracy and English language courses.

You can also support the training and employment schemes by downloading and sharing the materials in the campaign toolkits included below: