Are you an employer who wants to employ an apprentice
What is an Apprenticeship?
An Apprenticeship is a work based training programme designed around the needs of employers that lead to national recognised qualifications for apprentices. It gives Apprentices a great start to their career as they gain that valuable experience and knowledge that shapes them for the future and for your business.
An Apprenticeship is a ‘framework’ of qualifications consisting of an NVQ, Key skills in Maths and English and a technical certificate.
Who are they for?
Apprenticeships can be for people aged 16 upwards, there is no upper age limit. They can be for your existing employees or you can recruit an Apprentice for a specific role within your business.
What are the benefits to your business?
Taking on an Apprentice has so many benefits, below are just a few…
- Return on investment
Taking on an Apprentice boosts business profitability and is cost effective alternative to other recruitment methods you are in fact growing your own staff. - Motivates workforce
Apprentices who are recruited want to work for your business, this can stimulate others in the team promoting loyalty, flexibility and commitment to the company and stakeholders. - Bridges skills gaps
Skills can be developed around your specific business needs which keeps up with the latest technology and work practices to provide your current and future employees with the skills they need.
What can Skills for Work do to help?
Skills for Work currently have a pool of talented potential Apprentices ready to start work within various sectors. We can also recruit certain applicants to meet your needs using a range of marketing tools. We offer a dedicated Employment Link Officer to assist you on this journey to employing the right candidate.
To find our more, please either read our
Frequently Asked Questions about Apprenticeships
or contact our advisors direct:
Michelle Smith – Senior Employment Link Officer
Email: Michelle.smith@bradford.gov.uk
Tel: 01274 434770
Danielle Armstead – Employment Link Officer
Email: Danielle.armstead@bradford.gov.uk
Tel: 01274 433592
Or alternatively you can contact us online by completing our Skills for Work contact form
