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Over the last few months, the UK government has made several changes and announcements that will impact the apprenticeship market and the employers who use an apprenticeship scheme to employ or upskill staff. To help you get up to speed with all that was announced we will be recapping the most recent announcements that were made in 2024 so you are ready to move to 2025 with a full understanding of what’s to come. 🔗Access Full Blog Here: https://lnkd.in/eu-MJfaZ #EmployerGuide #Apprenticeships

This months Hot Topic - Can apprenticeship overhaul ease skills shortages? / A review of the latest changes to the #Apprenticeship system: https://lnkd.in/eT3yEW68 #byyourside

Hiring apprentices can be highly beneficial for many employers. From filling skill gaps to capitalising on subsidies and contributing to business growth, the advantages are numerous. It's important to stay informed about potential changes to apprenticeships under the new Labour Government and understand how these could impact your business. Read our blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gQaFcJy6 #apprenticeships #smes #businesses

Labour unveiled an ambitious plan to transform education in England, with a strong focus on secondary education and apprenticeships. This strategy aims to tackle longstanding challenges and reshape educational opportunities for young people nationwide. 🔗 To find out more about these plans, take a read of our latest blog: https://bit.ly/4eendbT #labourgovernment #ukeducation #apprenticeships #educationreform

Are you considering employing Apprentices this year? Here are some of the things you need to consider.

The impact of apprenticeship training on UK business is clear... (Data Sources below) Statistic 1: "76% of employers say that apprenticeships helped them improve productivity." Source: National Apprenticeship Service, "Apprenticeships Evaluation: Employers" (2017) Statistic 2: "80% of companies who invest in apprenticeships report a significant increase in employee retention." Source: Centre for Economics and Business Research, "The Benefits of Apprenticeships to Businesses" (2015) Statistic 3: "The average apprenticeship completer increases business productivity by £214 per week." Source: Department for Education, "Apprenticeships Evaluation: Employers" (2017) #APPRENTICESHIPS #TRAININGPROVIDER #UK #EMPLOYEERETENTION #WORKFORCEDEVELOPMENT

Higher and degree apprenticeships have been found to be critical for skills supply, according to data released on apprenticeship trends earlier this week. This comes amid concerns that reduced funding for level 7 apprenticeships could harm growth. Discover more: https://lnkd.in/egwHBpn7 #legalrecruitment #apprenticeships #legalapprenticeships

We asked if the 20% apprenticeship minimum wage increase will encourage more apprenticeship starts. It certainly divided our audience, with no definitive outcome as to whether it will help or not. But it got us thinking, what else can be done to increase apprenticeship starts across the board? We want to hear your thoughts ⬇️ #skilltechsolutions #apprenticeships #apprentice #apprenticeshipstarts

Just reading a very recent report regarding degree apprenticeships, it only mentions universities. There is no mention of PTP’s that offer degree apprenticeships. How can a true picture be given when the full picture isn’t discussed ? Many more areas in the report that can be discussed. #apprenticeships #degreeapprenticeships #trainingproviders

⭐️ New Report: Exploring Degree Apprenticeships in England ⭐️ Edge Foundation's latest report offers valuable insights into the development and impact of Degree Apprenticeships (DAs) in England. Combining academic learning with on-the-job training, DAs present a pathway for addressing skills gaps and supporting economic growth. Here are some key findings and recommendations from the report: ✅ Simplify regulation to improve access for employers and providers. ✅ Introduce greater flexibility in apprenticeship standards to meet diverse industry needs. ✅ Reform the Apprenticeship Levy to better support SMEs and promote workforce diversity. ✅ Strengthen collaboration between education providers and employers to enhance quality and relevance. 👉 Read the full report here: https://bit.ly/4gf95iz #DegreeApprenticeships #SkillsPolicy #Apprenticeships #WorkforceDevelopment #EdgeFoundation #skills #skillsforlife #skillsforthefuture #apprenticeships #FE #FurtherEducation #apprentices #degreeapprenticeships #HE #highereducation