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Explore the readiness of the public sector for higher level apprenticeships, addressing challenges like employer ownership and data intelligence, along with opportunities such as new standards and advanced qualifications. This insightful discussion sheds light on the complexities involved in navigating apprenticeship programs within the public sector.
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Is the Public Sector Ready for Higher Level Apprenticeships? Sharon Green and Eleanor Ramsey
University of Lincoln Credentials • NCFM - Food industry specialists specialising in Apprenticeships with a seamless progression from FE into HE • Active in the development of new standards/EPAs • Launched new standards at 2,3,5 and 6 in September 2017 (NCFM and LIBS) • Launched Nursing Apprenticeships in April 2018 • Launching level 5 and 6 Food Engineering in 18/19 • Due to launch level 7 in 2019 • Grade 2 Ofsted February 2018
The challenges • Employer ownership enrolling the right staff • Student journey development with the employer • Evidence supporting that standards are job role driven and that data intelligence has led to operational decisions • 20% off the job • Timescales of delivery (GLH) affecting time off the job • Issues with GDPR compliance
Challenge for the public sector • Imbalance in supply and demand for new recruits • Performance data (KPIs inc. retention and success rates) • Poor remuneration • Complex funding and administration • Complex decision making processes
Challenge’s cont. • Political priorities • Stakeholder involvement can be complex • Progression Opportunities compared to the private sector • Procurement processes may be a barrier
What's on offer? • Level 7 Senior Leader MBA - new in 2019 • Level 6 Charted Manager Degree Apprenticeship • Level 5 Departmental Manager Martin Hickerton - mhickerton@lincoln.ac.uk • Level 5 Nursing Associate Apprenticeship Eleanor Ramsey – eramsey@lincoln.ac.uk • Levels 2,3,5,6 and 7 in the Food Manufacturing sector (Technology, Manufacturing, Supply Chain) Sharon Green – shgreen@lincoln.ac.uk