Our intention is to build a toolbox to aid our members in understanding apprenticeships by assisting with the following:
• How to encourage people into our industry
• How to upskill your existing workforce
• The criteria for having an apprentice
• Funding for an apprentice
Whilst investigating how we can help it has thrown up a lot of questions and we are considering various avenues on how to assist. In the meantime, we are pleased to announce that we have partnered with GFTS and Building Our Skills.
Are you considering employing an apprentice?
If so, please contact GFTS. They will assist you from decision to fully qualified. This includes advertising for an apprentice, the vetting process, all advice on employing an apprentice, what is required as an employer, what is required from the apprentice, salary expectations, funding advice, advice on many other aspects of having an apprentice.
To contact GFTS please see details below:
Sam Tinker
sam@gftsltd.co.uk
01208 813568
07566 767074 or 07513 501717
Emma Honey
emma@gftsltd.co.uk
When considering employing an apprentice there are various aspects to consider, which include the following:
• An apprentice needs to be employed throughout their apprenticeship
• The duration of an apprenticeship is 24-30 months
• 16-18 year old apprentices are not allowed to work more than 40 hours a week
• 16-18 year old apprentices should receive at least the apprenticeship minimum wage throughout the duration of their apprenticeship or until they are 19
• Apprentices over 19 years of age should receive at least the minimum apprenticeship rate for the first year and after that the national minimum wage rate for their age group
• Employers are responsible for paying the apprenticeships wage
For the full GFTS prospectus please click here
For governmental advice on the criteria to have an apprentice or upskilling your workforce, please click on the following link:
https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/#
Do you wish to attend a local or organised careers fair?
Should you wish to attend a careers fair locally to encourage young adults into our industry contact your local college and ask to speak with the careers advisor. Should you require further advice on attending a careers fair, Mark Handley of Building Our Skills would be happy to discuss this with you.
To attend a careers fair organised by Building Our Skills please contact the following for advice. A discounted price for CAB members has been agreed.
Mark Handley
Building Our Skills
markhandley@buildingourskills.co.uk
It is our intention to build a list of members offering apprenticeships to aid those looking, to find employment in their area.
Should you offer apprenticeships please contact Jessica.dean@c-a-b.org.uk with contact details and the type of apprenticeships that you offer. We will ensure that you are included in our database.
