Employers that hire new apprentices between 1 April 2021 – 30 September 2021 are eligible for financial incentives from government.
This is done to assist businesses and the economy in recovering from the effects of the coronavirus (19COVID-19), pandemic.
For new apprentices, employers can request a payment of PS3,000 from them:
Those whose employment date is between 1 April 2021 and 30 September 2021.
They must be able to start an apprenticeship between 1 April 2021 and 30 November 2021.
This payment is in addition the PS1,000 that you already receive for hiring an apprentice who is:
Ages 16-18
Under 25 with a health, education and care plan or who has been under the care of their local authority
How do you choose the best apprenticeship training?
You will first need to search for apprenticeships training and select a training provider.
There are many apprenticeships available. These apprenticeships offer structured, flexible training that meets your employer needs.
Apprenticeships are created by groups of employers to reflect the skills, knowledge and behavior that an apprentice requires for a particular occupation.
Apprentices can either be new or current employees and must:
You must be 16 years old or older
Combining work and study can help you gain knowledge and skills in a particular job.
Your chosen training provider should require that employees spend at least 20% of their work hours in “off-the job” training
What should I be looking for?
Apprenticeships are constantly being approved and developed. You can find the best apprenticeship training for you business.
If you are looking for an apprenticeship, ensure that:
Choose the right training for your business
Consider the training’s duration and level.
Talk to the trainer about your expectations
Hire an apprentice – Choose a training provider
After you have decided what type of apprenticeship you need, you will need to find a training provider that can train your apprentice.
You can search for apprenticeship training by searching:
Apprenticeship training by keyword or job role
Providers of training
You can also do a postcode search for providers. You don’t need to live near your training provider. Many are nationwide and can offer training at work or online.
You can find apprenticeship training programs here:
The percentage of apprentices who have completed their apprenticeship with the training provider
Ratings of satisfaction for both learner and employer
Strengths
Things to improve
Things to Consider
It is crucial to choose the right training provider for your company.
Take into account:
How well they communicate with your about the training
What do other employers think about them?
What apprentices have to say about themselves
Work with your training provider
When you are looking for an apprentice, your training provider will be able to provide all the support and assistance you require.
You decide how you want to work together. Ask them questions.
Your training provider can help you:
Find the right training
Interview and recruit apprentices
Preparing your apprentice for work
Make sure that your apprentice works in a safe environment
You must ensure that your apprentice is learning the right skills to run your business.
