Apprenticeship Briefing 5 July 2011

1. Apprenticeship Briefing5 July 2011 5 July 2011

2. Outline Apprenticeship Overview Business Benefits Framework examples Role of the provider Next Steps

3. What are they ? Work based learning training that combines on and off the job training. Apprenticeships Overview

4. Age eligibility 16 – 18; 19 – 24 and 25+ Existing Staff New Staff Consider turning vacancies into apprenticeships? Who is eligible to be an apprentice

5. Connecting Relationships

6. Competence Based Element

7. Levels Intermediate – level 2 Advanced – level 3 Higher – level 4/5

8. Fill Skills Gaps Support the up skilling and employment of the workless Motivate your staff Develop real and relevant skills Provide measurable returns on your investment Business Benefits

9. Benefits to Apprentices • Earn while you learn • Paid holidays • Excellent progression prospects • Nearly 200 different frameworks to choose from • Getting qualified while on the job can also mean : • You work better and more effectively • It can set you up to move into new and better jobs • You get better pay

10. Return on Investment Example Your investment will involve, over the next seven years: £272k wage costs £10,112 in training and other costs £335,580 in productive contributions made by our apprentices This means our return on investment over the next 7 years is 18.95%

11. Apprenticeship, Skills Children and Learning Act (ACLS) Employed status – mandatory Apprenticeship Agreement Minimum Guided Learning Hours – 280 Minimum credits 37 Option to combine competence and knowledge elements Inclusion of Personal, learning and thinking skills - Evidence Employee Rights and Responsibilities Recent Changes to Apprenticeships

12. Apprenticeship Salary Costs From October 2010 – minimum wage - £2.50 per hour 16 – 18 year olds carry no additional costs Providers can charge employers fees for anyone aged 19+ Employer Costs

13. There are over 85,000 employers offering Apprenticeships in more than 130,000 locations; there are over 200 frameworks suitable for hundreds of job roles. 77% of employers believe Apprenticeships make them more competitive; 76% say that Apprenticeships provide higher overall productivity; 80% feel that Apprenticeships reduce staff turnover; 83% of employers rely on their Apprenticeships programme to provide the skilled workers that they need for the future; 80% of those employers who employ apprentices agree they make their workplace more productive. 81% of consumers favour using a company which takes on apprentices. 88% of employers who employ apprentices believe that Apprenticeships lead to a more motivated and satisfied workforce. 83% of employers who employ apprentices rely on their Apprenticeships programme to provide the skilled workers that they need for the future. One in five employers are hiring more apprentices to help them through the tough economic climate. What do employers say about apprenticeships

14. Assist employers in the recruitment stage Devise and deliver training programme Tailor the programme to employer needs Provide information and support to the employer Provide pastoral support for apprentices Keep employer updated on progress Set and monitor targets for on and off the job training Deliver in a timely fashion Conduct health and safety checks The College Role

15. Business and Administration Active Leisure and Learning Information Technology Childcare Play-work Creative Cultural Apprenticeships Veterinary Nursing Horticulture Frameworks presently delivered at City and Islington College

16. Most Popular Frameworks • Some of the most popular Apprenticeships at present are: • Engineering • Business Administration • Construction • Hospitality

17. New - Third Sector Apprenticeship Frameworks

18. Determine recruitment method – directly or through an ATA Determine role of the apprentice and the appropriate framework Ascertain who will supervise and support them - location Choose and meet with your provider to agree delivery model Draw up a job description and contract Consider what salary you will pay Agree a start date Advertise vacancy through various outlets Agree interview and assessments methods Recruit and induct the apprentice Hold regular review meetings with the provider / apprentice Steps to get involved

19. Introducing Business Administration Apprenticeships Robin Sengupta Trainer and Coordinator for Business Administration Apprenticeships

20. Business & Administration Framework

21. Units for EDI Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business and Administration

22. OCR Level 2 Certificate in Business and Administration

23. OCR Level 2 Certificate in Business and Administration

24. Apprentices are generally assessed through a combination of various methods: Work tasks that let you demonstrate competence Observations of completing work tasks Discussions with assessor that demonstrate knowledge and understanding Witness testimonials from manager/s etc. Assessment

25. Integral part of the programme to demonstrate industry led acceptable level of skills including Communication (oral and written), Maths and ICT. Can be assessed through timed exams. If key skills apply additional portfolio evidence will be required. Key Skills or Functional Skills

26. Contact Us Teresa Esan – teresa.esan@candi.ac.uk - 0207 700 9259 Robin Sengupta – robin.sengupta@candi.ac.uk – 0207 700 9284