Upskilling your staff

Apprenticeships have traditionally been for young people leaving school, but things have changed following the apprenticeship reforms…

Following the introduction of the Apprenticeship Levy in 2017 it is now easier for people over the age of 25 to complete an apprenticeship in order to develop their skills, with in many cases a vast contribution to training costs from the Government.

This can be particularly advantageous to your business as your current employees can receive specialist training whilst still remaining in their job full time.

Eligibility

Any member of your team is eligible for an apprenticeship, it does not matter on their age or previous qualifications, as long as they have the right to work in the UK.

Filling a skills gap

There is a lot of potential in upskilling, particularly when it comes to filling a skills gap. Instead of going through the strenuous process of recruiting a member of staff that may not fit into your team, why not just upskill an existing staff member. Your existing employees are instilled into your company ethos, and understand what it takes to work for your organisation.

Cost effective

This can also be very cost effective, as recruiting someone with the required skills can be extremely expensive for organisations when you consider the advertising costs, new salary, etc. It is also worth taking into consideration that when you first appoint a new member of staff it takes them time to be trained, and this can result in a productivity dip.

Increased productivity

With increased skills staff will become more competent in their roles, meaning that the time taken to complete their work reduces resulting in a quicker turnaround and increased workload.

Staff loyalty

Upskilling your existing employees can also be seen as an effective way of building staff loyalty, as driven members of staff like to see a clear route of progression to meet their high aspirations. When members of staff feel invested into this will increase their productivity and having motivated team members can rub off on their colleagues.

The Apprenticeships we offer

Administration & Customer Service

Business Administration - Level 2
Business Administration - Level 3
Customer Service Practitioner - Level 2
Customer Service Specialist - Level 3
Operational Firefighter - Level 3
Recruitment Resourcer - Level 2

Childcare

Children and Young People's Workforce - Level 2
Early Years Educator - Level 3

Construction

Carpentry and Joinery - Level 2
Advanced Carpentry and Joinery - Level 3
Bricklayer - Level 2
Maintenance/ Installation Electrician - Level 2
Plumbing and Heating - Level 2
Scaffolder - Level 2
Construction Maintenance Operations - Level 2
Property Maintenance Operative - Level 2
Property Maintenance - Level 2

Civil Engineering

Groundworker - Level 2
Highways Maintenance Skills Operative - Level 2
Civil Engineering Technician - Level 3
Construction Management/Construction Supervision - Level 4
Construction Site Engineering Technician

Digital

IT Professional - Level 2
Infrastructure Technician - Level 3
Data Analyst - Level 4
Digital Marketer - Level 3
Digital & Technology Solutions - Level 6

Engineering

Engineering Technician Aerospace/Aircraft Fitter - Level 3
Engineering Technician - Machinist - Advanced Manufacturing Engineering - Level 3
Engineering Technician - Technical Support Technician
Engineering Technician - Mechatronics Maintenance Technician - Level 3
Composites Technician - Level 3
Aerospace Engineer - Level 6
Nuclear Science Engineer - Level 6
Manufacturing Engineer - Level 6

Finance

Assistant Accountant - Level 3 (AAT Level 3)
Professional Accounting Technician - Level 4 (AAT Level 4)
Accounts/Finance Assistant - Level 2
Credit Controller - Level 2
Credit Controller - Level 3

Hair and Beauty

Hair Professional (Hair and Barbering) - Level 2
Hairdresser - Level 3
Beauty Therapist - Level 2
Beauty Therapy - Level 3

Health and Social Care

Adult Care Worker - Level 2
Lead Adult Care Worker - Level 3
Healthcare Support Worker - Level 2
Senior Healthcare Support Worker - Level 3
Healthcare Assistant Practitioner - Level 5

Hospitality

Hospitality Team Member - Level 2
Hospitality Supervisor - Level 3
Commis Chef - Level 2
Chef De Partie - Level 3
Production Chef - Level 2

Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician - Level 3

Retail

Retailer - Level 2
Retail Team Leader - Level 3

Sport

Activity Leadership (Coaching) - Level 2
Supporting Teaching and Learning in Physical Education and School Sport - Level 3
Exercise and Fitness - Level 3 (Cornwall only)

Sale/Letting of Residential Property

Sales of Residential Property - Level 2
Sales of Residential Property - Level 3
Residential Property Letting and Management - Level 2
Residential Property Letting and Management - Level 3
Housing/Property Management Assistant - Level 2
Housing/Property Management - Level 3
Senior Housing/Property Management - Level 4
Junior Estate Agent - Level 2

Teaching Assistant

Supporting Teaching and Learning Assistant - Level 2
Teaching Assistant - Level 3

Warehousing, Facilities and Logistics

Performing Manufacturing Operations - Level 2
Supply Chain Warehouse Operative - Level 2
Team Leading Haulage - Apprenticeship Level 3

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