Your Questions Answered - Employers
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Apprentices bring new energy and fresh perspectives to the workforce. They help fill skills gaps by learning while working, and companies can tailor their training to meet business needs. Additionally, apprenticeships often provide cost savings through government funding and wage subsidies.
It varies depending on the level of the apprenticeship. Generally, for Level 2 apprenticeships, candidates need at least Level 1 GCSEs in English and Maths, but Level 3-Level 5 Apprenticeships require a Level 2 exemption. However, if they don't have any exemptions they are able to undertake their Functional Skills alongside their Apprenticeship.
The duration depends on the level and qualification.
L2 Adult Care Worker - 12-16 Months
L3 Lead Adult Care Worker - 12-21 Months
L4 Lead Practitioner in Adult Care - 12-21 Months
L5 Leader in Adult Care - 12-21 Months
L2 Cleaning Hygiene Operative - 12-16 Months
L2 Early Years Practitioner - 12-16 Months
L3 Early Years Educator - 12-21 Months
L5 Early Years Lead Practitioner - 12-29 Months
L3 Business Administrator - 12-21 Months
L3 Team Leader - 12-21 Months
L5 Operations Manager - 12-29 Months
Employers with an annual pay bill of over £3 million must pay into the Apprenticeship Levy, which can be used to fund apprenticeship training. Smaller businesses (with a payroll under £3 million) pay just 5% of the training costs, while the government covers the remaining 95%. Some training is also fully funded for younger apprentices (aged 16-21).
Yes, apprentices are entitled to the same benefits as any other employee, including paid holidays, sick pay, and any other benefits offered by the company. They also have a specific minimum wage, which increases as they get older and gain more experience. Add an answer to this item.
Your Questions Answered - Apprentices
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Apprentices do not pay towards the Apprenticeship cost. It is the employers responsibility to fund the Apprenticeship. There are different ways the employer can fund this, it can eiother be funded through their Apprenticeship Levy or through Co-Investment which is when the employer pays 5% of the total cost of the Apprenticeship and the government pay the remaining 95%.
It varies depending on the level of the apprenticeship. Generally, for Level 2 apprenticeships, candidates need at least Level 1 GCSEs in English and Maths, but Level 3-Level 5 Apprenticeships require a Level 2 exemption. However, if they don't have any exemptions they are able to undertake their Functional Skills alongside their Apprenticeship.
The duration depends on the level and qualification.
L2 Adult Care Worker - 12-16 Months
L3 Lead Adult Care Worker - 12-21 Months
L4 Lead Practitioner in Adult Care - 12-21 Months
L5 Leader in Adult Care - 12-21 Months
L2 Cleaning Hygiene Operative - 12-16 Months
L2 Early Years Practitioner - 12-16 Months
L3 Early Years Educator - 12-21 Months
L5 Early Years Lead Practitioner - 12-29 Months
L3 Business Administrator - 12-21 Months
L3 Team Leader - 12-21 Months
L5 Operations Manager - 12-29 Months
To be eligible for an Apprenticeship you must meet the below requirements:
- You have to be 16 or Over
- You must not be in Full Time Education
- You must not be on another funded programme
- You must have been a UK, EEA or EU resident for at least three years
- You must be employed in a relevant job role
- You must commit to the full duration of the Apprenticeship
These rates are for the National Living Wage (for those aged 21 and over) and the National Minimum Wage (for those of at least school leaving age). These rates change on 1 April every year.
April 2024:
21 and over - £11.44
18-20 - £8.60
Under 18 - £6.40
Apprentice - £6.40
Apprentices are entitled to the apprentice rate if they’re either:
- aged under 19
- aged 19 or over and in the first year of their apprenticeship
Example
An apprentice aged 21 in the first year of their apprenticeship is entitled to a minimum hourly rate of £6.40.
Apprentices are entitled to the minimum wage for their age if they both:
- are aged 19 or over
- have completed the first year of their apprenticeship
Example
An apprentice aged 21 who has completed the first year of their apprenticeship is entitled to a minimum hourly rate of £11.44.
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