Employers Apprenticeship Training

Why invest in apprenticeship training?

Apprenticeships are a great way to upskill existing staff or recruit new talent into your team; enhancing productivity and building a loyal and committed workforce.

Looking to recruit a new apprentice?

If you are looking to employ a new apprentice, it could be easier than you think – in fact we are very sure it will be! Our funding team can advertise your vacancy free of charge, screen applicants, and even arrange interviews for you if you wish!

REQUEST A CALL BACK TO DISCUSS RECRUITING AN APPRENTICE HERE

Looking for training for your current staff?

Apprenticeships are not just for people new to a job! They can be undertaken by existing members of staff to upskill or retrain; providing an effective way to nurture and develop employees with the skills and knowledge to help your business grow and stand out from the competition.

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Apprenticeship Key Facts

1. Apprentices must have a contract of employment, be over 16 years of age (or 15 if their 16th birthday is between the last Friday in June and 31 August), and be earning at least the National Minimum Wage for Apprentices. Currently this is £7.55 per hour (April 2025) for those aged 16-18 years of age and those over 19 in the first year of their apprenticeship (although many employers do choose to pay more).
2. Apprentices can be new recruits or exist members of staff looking to upskill.
3. If you recruit a new apprentice under 19 years of age you will receive a £1,000 incentive!
4. Recruit for free! We can help you to recruit a new apprentice free of charge.
5. Apprenticeship fees may be fully funded for those under 21 years of age, working in a non-levy paying organisation with less than 50 employees.
6. All apprentices must undertake at least six hours a week (pro rata if part-time) of their paid, contracted hours, on off-the-job training.

The Apprenticeship Levy

The way that apprenticeships in England are funded by the government falls mainly into the two categories below (Levy payers and Non-Levy Payers).

• If you are an employer with more than a £3 million annual pay bill then you are considered a Levy Payer. Your organisation will pay money into a compulsory levy pot each month. This money is then used to pay the total apprenticeship cost. Find out more
• If you are an employer with less than a £3 million annual pay bill you are a Non Levy Payer. This means you pay 5% of the associated funding band and the government pay the remaining 95%. Find out more

Why choose CAW Business School as a training provider?

Over the years we have gained a well-earned reputation for excellence; delivering quality training and education and employer support. Your apprentice will benefit from:

• Support and guidance from qualified tutors/assessors with strong industry experience
• Diverse teaching, learning and assessment approaches catering for individual needs
• Access to our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and extensive eLibrary resources

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I’m interested in apprenticeship training, how do I find out more?

If you would like to chat about apprenticeship training for your business, please contact us and speak to a member of our team – we will be happy to talk you through your options an answer any questions you may have.

REQUEST A CALL BACK TO DISCUSS RECRUITING AN APPRENTICE HERE