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The Power of Apprenticeships

In order to attract the next generation of talent into the industry it’s imperative that employers know the facts and benefits of taking on an apprentice.

Resources for Employers

With the government keen to get as many people into apprenticeships as possible, they offer many helpful resources to guide employers through the process.

Government invests in young people with more opportunities close to home

  • New bursary supports young people by removing a key financial barrier to apprenticeships.
  • Thousands more college places to expand access to skills and training close to home.
  • Free apprenticeship training for all eligible under-25s from August, up to £8,000 in support for SMEs hiring young apprentices, and NICs relief for apprentices under 25 will help deliver 50,000 new youth apprenticeships.

Read more at: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-invests-in-young-people-with-more-opportunities-close-to-home

Financial support to hire a young person

Employing a young person on an apprenticeship can bring fresh ideas and energy, providing skilled talent for the future.

New and existing financial support is available, and employers can claim more than one of the payments outlined here: https://help.apprenticeships.education.gov.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/37226219811090-Financial-support-to-hire-a-young-person

Changes to apprenticeship levy funding

From 1 August 2026, the DWP is making changes to the apprenticeship funding system to ensure that levy balances are more closely aligned with our actual budget. 

You can now use funds to pay for apprenticeships, foundation apprenticeships and apprenticeship units. Find out more at: https://help.apprenticeships.education.gov.uk/hc/en-gb/articles/34063637152658-Changes-to-apprenticeship-levy-funding

Fundamentals to employing an apprentice:

Useful Links:

  • SEMTA - Your one stop shop for essential resources and information for delivering engineering, science and technology skills.
  • EAL (part of SEMTA) - A central hub for apprenticeship and training providers. EAL's qualifications are fine-tuned to meet the current and future needs of industry.

Find out more about apprenticeship opportunities in your area:

England //  Scotland  //  Wales  //  Northern Ireland

 

Electrical, Electronic Product Service and Installation Engineer Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship offers a perfect grounding for companies who employ anyone that operates in an Installer, Service Engineer, or Service Technician capacity. Apprentices learn how to:

  • Transport and Protect Electrical & Electronic Products
  • Install, Test and Hand Over Electrical & Electronic Products
  • Diagnose Faults and Repair Electrical & Electronic Products

Please note that this apprenticeship is currently in revision. Click here to find any updates. 

Other Engineering and Manufacturing apprenticeships can be found here: https://occupational-maps.skillsengland.education.gov.uk/maps/route/engineering-manufacturing

 

Introducing T Levels

T Levels are a qualification for students aged 16 to 19 in England who've finished GCSEs.

What are T Levels

T Levels are an alternative to A levels and apprenticeships, giving young people the technical and practical skills needed to be an asset in the workplace. T Levels combine classroom learning with a substantial industry placement.

Each T Level is equivalent in size to 3 A levels and helps young people develop the knowledge, attitude and practical skills to thrive in the workplace.

Register an interest in T Levels and industry placements

T Levels and Industry placement support for employers

Industry placements are at the heart of each T Levels course. The student’s school or college will support you at every stage so you can focus on getting the most out of your placement student. Here’s an overview of the process:

  1. Find a school or college
  2. Find the right student
  3. Plan the placement
  4. The placement itself
  5. After the placement

View the support list in detail.

 

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