Introduction To Skills Training UK

2. Introduction To Skills Training UK

3. Introduction to Skills Training UK • Leading provider partner delivering apprenticeships in: • NHS • Local/Regional Government • Local Education Authorities • Quality Improvement • Digital Industries • Engineering and Manufacturing • Aerospace

4. Why Skills Training UK?Our Achievements • FINALIST: Education Investor Awards 2018 “Skills Provider of the Year” (October 2018) • FINALIST: SEMTA 2019 “Training Partner of the Year” (March 2019) • WINNER: TES FE AWARDS 2019 “Training Provider of the Year” (March 2019) • WINNER: AAC Awards Outstanding Contribution to the Development of Apprenticeships Award (March 2019) • 92% of Employers would recommend us(IPSOS-MORI 2019)

5. “Skills Training UK has received fantastic feedback from employers, apprentices and learners, and is offering a great range of apprenticeships to a large number of learners from deprived areas.” “Skills Training UK have had great results and growth during a difficult period for all providers, and they have embraced the apprenticeship levy and new standards.” Judging Panel, TES Awards 2019

6.  “In terms of NDT Apprenticeships, Skills Training UK started with a blank sheet of paper and within a very short space of time has become extremely successful and has surpassed the expectations of the Professional Body and the Employer Group.” Roger Lyon, Director and former Chief executive Officer, BINDT

7. “The impact on business efficiency and profitability is high and frequently financially quantifiable.“ “Employers value this level and type of training. It provides learners with a greater awareness of how quality improvement processes are applied in practice and gives them an opportunity to impact directly on improving efficiencies in the company.” “Senior leaders have carefully designed training programmes to meet the needs of trainees, apprentices and employers very well.” “The planning of training is highly effective in providing flexible programmes that meet the needs of employers, trainees and apprentices.”

8. Current Local Government Apprenticeships

9. 15% of our Apprenticeships are with NHS • Buckinghamshire NHS Trust • Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust • Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust • Royal Free Hospital • Wolverhampton New Cross Hospital • South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

10. Specifics of our flexible Delivery Model

11. Technology and Systems We are utilising the following software solutions for all Apprenticeship Programmes OneFile – Market leading e-portfolio/virtual-learning environment; developed for and used by NHS Trusts nationally BKSB – Utilised by 85% of FE Colleges and Schools; delivers English and Maths Training from Entry to GCSE level Cognassist – Assesses cognitive behaviour/ability and develops support strategies for learners with additional needs/support

12. Programme Induction and Support We provide a comprehensive induction onto the programme led by Skills Training UK Content includes: Icebreaker/team building introduction Introduction to the Improvement Programme Core principles of apprenticeship programmes Project(s) overview and examples English and Maths assessment Skills Scan/Prior understanding assessment E-Portfolio set-up (followed up at initial meeting)

13. Personalised delivery method The delivery methodology is tailored for each organisation we work with, though follows the core principles: Apprentice-centric model Employer support through dedicated Learner Mentor and Line Manager Specialist Additional Support available for English & Maths, SEN, and personal support requirements No minimum cohort; however recommend minimum 3-5 starting together

14. Flexible integration of 20% off-the-job • Can be flexible • Can take place at work as part of the learner’s day to day duties • Includes all of the following: • Teaching of theory • Online learning • Practical training • Learning support (on and offline) • Time spent writing assignments • Project development work • Developing and delivering presentations Experienced in working flexibly with large organisations nationally; accounting for business factors e.g. OPEL and Serious Incident Framework

15. Off the job hours reconciled during monthly 1-2-1 sessions; also reviewed during quarterly progress reviews Conducted every 8-12 weeks with Line Manager/Mentor

16. Apprenticeship content specifics

17. Team Leader/Supervisor Apprenticeship Typical duration of 12-15 months Embedded Level 3 CMI Diploma in First Line Management Associate membership of CMI included as part of the programme Access to ManagementDirect e-learning platform End-Point Assessment leads to pass, merit or distinction

18. Knowledge and skills required • Project Management • Finance • Self-Awareness • Management of Self • Decision Making Leading People Managing People Building Relationships Communication Operational Management

19. Operations Manager Apprenticeship Typical duration of 24 months Embedded Level 5 CMI Diploma in Management and Leadership Associate membership of CMI included as part of the programme Access to ManagementDirect e-learning platform End-Point Assessment leads to pass, merit or distinction

20. Knowledge and skills required • Building Relationships • Communication • Self-Awareness • Management of Self • Decision Making Operational Management Project Management Finance Leading People Managing People

21. Comprehensive delivery model mapped out for all subject areas Can be tailored and adjusted to your requirements (Team Leader example provided here)

22. Delivery Plan Options Skills Training are able to offer the following delivery options • Onsite 1-1 • Onsite group • Off-site group • CPD events (L5 only)

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