An apprenticeship is a paid job where the employee learns and gains valuable experience. Apprenticeships are available for your existing employees and any new recruits. Apprentices have the same employment rights as other employees, but they must spend at least 20% of their working hours learning towards their apprenticeship.  

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Apprenticeships are a great way to upskill your workforce and ensure they have the skills and qualifications needed for their role.  Key benefits include: 

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• Apprenticeships can make your workplace more productive and profitable. They can introduce new skills and ideas and challenge longstanding practices. 

• Apprenticeships can effectively address skills gaps in your current and future workforce strategies. 

• Apprentices offer employers a cost-effective, low risk way to grow the workforce. 

• Training and development support and government funding is available. 

• Employers can create and manage a completely tailored Apprenticeship programme that meets the needs of their businesses. 

• Employers can benefit from a more motivated, knowledgeable and competent workforce.