apprenticeships Employer’s Guide
More employers should take responsibility for the training and development of their existing or future workforce and with the right funding and training provider this can be easily achieved Steve Stanier Senior Human Resources Manager Birmingham Women’s NHS Foundation Trust
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Welcome The Apprenticeship Team at Bournville College are here to assist organisations in the recruitment of new staff and to up-skill existing staff to help with skills shortages. Apprenticeships offer employers the chance to train their workforce for the future and a young person a full time job and valuable qualifications. Bournville College will help assist employers right from the start; discussing the right framework, completing an organisational needs analysis, promoting the vacancy free of charge and undertaking all initial assessments of the learner. Bournville College is organised around your needs and is staffed by trainers who are qualified and experienced practitioners in their subject areas. Our Business Development Team forms the vital link between business, trade organisations, funding bodies and the College. If you would like any more information or have any queries please contact us on the details below.
0121 477 1400 bournville.ac.uk apprentice@bournville.ac.uk LinkedIn /company/Bournville-College
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The College Bournville College has a long history of providing education and training in the community, dating back to 1899 when the Cadbury family recognised the need to develop its workforce. Bournville Day Continuation School was first established in 1913 and referred to as Bournville College from 1949. Our landmark campus is part of the regeneration project of the former MG Rover works and was the first phase of the ambitious redevelopment plan for Longbridge. The College campus features state-of-the-art facilities which include Mac suites, over 1000 computers, Wi-Fi internet access, 3D cinema room, online learning material and much more. Bournville College has one of the most technically advanced campuses in Europe and offers employers, students and general public access to a variety of technology. Bournville College also offers commercial areas including hair & beauty salons, MOT testing centre and Conference Centre boasting 5 function rooms and seating up to 200 delegates.
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The apprenticeship scheme
has given us the resources for continued growth and we’re able to give back to the local community by providing our apprentice with a long term career Karen Bowe Managing Director Concentric Lettings Birmingham
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Apprentice Process
Outcome - Convert existing staff
EMPLOYER WANTS AN APPRENTICE
CONTACT BOURNVILLE COLLEGE Talk. 0121 477 1400 Write. apprentice@bournville.ac.uk
Bournville College to arrange a visit within 5 working days. Business Development team complete an organisational needs analysis.
Company provide job description & personal statement plus T&Cs
Company interview & recruit new apprenticeship. Agree start date and inform Bournville College by phone or email
12 weekly reviews undertaken with learner and manager. Monthly learner support/mentor available
Learner Completes Apprenticeship
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Outcome Recruit new apprentice
Bournville College will advertise a vacancy free of charge through www.apprenticeships.org.uk
Bournville College will undertake initial assessment; enrol learner, complete skill scan and the employer signs Learner Agreement within 5 working days
Bournville College Assessor/ Trainer allocated within 5 working days & commence Programme
Recruiting the right apprentices can really help to grow your business, fill the skills gaps in your organisation and help ensure the future prosperity of your company by introducing young people into your workforce Eddie Newitt Managing Director Midland Dance Supplies
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Because of the success of our first two apprentices and great support from Bournville College, we would, without a doubt certainly look into offering more apprenticeships at Headway. The apprentices are very highly thought of and it’s pleasing to see the progress they’re making on a daily basis Helen Bourke ABI Deputy Manager Headway West Midlands
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Sector Areas Apprenticeships are designed to meet the needs of your business. This means that apprenticeship training is always relevant and delivered by people who genuinely understand what you do. Bournville College offers apprenticeships in the following sectors: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Activity Leadership Barbering Business Administration Beauty Therapy Children & Young People’s Workforce Cleaning Construction Customer Service Creative & Digital Media Production Design Electrical Insallation Engineering & Manufactoring Facilities Management Hairdressing Health & Social care Heating & Plumbing
• Housing • Hospitality & Catering • IT • Marketing • Medical Secretaries • Motor Vehicle Maintenance • Painting & Decorating • Rail Engineering • Recruitment • Retail • Sales & Tele-Sales • Social Media & Digital Marketing • Supported Teaching and Learning in Schools • Team Leading and Management • Traffic Office • Warehousing & Logistics
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Reasons to Choose Apprenticeship Programmes Apprenticeships are work-based training programmes designed around the needs of employers, which lead to recognised qualifications. • Apprenticeships give you a competitive edge in the marketplace • Apprentices have high levels of commercial awareness and actively implement activities that generate more revenue • Apprenticeships provide a structured national training route across all pathways that caters for the on-going professional development of employees in the sector • Apprenticeships provide the opportunity to develop sustainable employment opportunities across the sector • Apprenticeship frameworks provide the opportunity to undertake a ‘portfolio’ of skills and qualifications that will allow individuals to progress
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We wouldn’t be growing and running as effectively without the apprenticeship scheme. It’s a really good idea for employers as you are able to mentor and train your way
Dean Billington Director Triton Telecom
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The more small businesses work with Bournville College and “grow their own� with sustainable jobs at the end of it, the quicker the nation will get back on its feet and the safer and more satisfied our society will be Lord Digby Jones of Birmingham Chairman Neutrino BI
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Age Grant Did you know you could get up to £3,000 towards your business if you employ an apprentice? The Government age grant can help you: • Create apprenticeships for young people • Support apprenticeship wages • You will receive a one-off payment if you take a young person
Your business may be eligible if: • Your organisation employs no more than 1000 employees • You can commit to employing an apprentice for 12 months or longer (or the time it takes to complete the apprenticeship) • You have not recruited an apprentice in the last 12 months • You would employ a young person aged 16-24 • Recruit a Birmingham City resident
For more information please contact Jennifer Johnson on 0121 477 1413 or email jennifer.johnson@bournville.ac.uk
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How are Employers Supported? With skills shortages and recruitment issues affecting UK business, apprenticeships are seen as a cost-effective solution to future recruitment needs. Throughout the apprenticeship process, Bournville College will work closely with the employer.
The below outlines roles and responsibilities during the programme: Bournville College’s roles: • Deliver vocational training • Keep in regular contact with learners and employers • Encourage and motivate learners in the training programme • Help learners to understand long term benefits of training and qualifications • Identify any problems or concerns which learners may have at an early stage • Share any identified concerns with an employer and agree suitable solutions where learners want to change their training programme or job
Employer’s roles: • Help learners to understand the long term benefits of training and qualifications • Provide opportunities for learners to practice their skills • Give learners time to work and develop their portfolio • Encourage learners to attend and show real interest in their off-the-job training • Be aware of any problems or difficulties which may be facing learners • Share your concerns with Bournville College • Help learners to find suitable alternatives if they decide that they are on the wrong training programme or doing the wrong job
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Some employers may think that the apprenticeship programme is complicated but if you use the right provider like Bournville College then it can be very successful Glen Ivison HR Manager Birmingham Hippodrome Trust
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Small businesses benefit from employing apprentices and Bournville College is always ready to help. I would certainly approach the apprenticeship scheme in the future Sarah Wood Owner The Health and Beauty Clinic, Stourbridge
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Apprentice of the Month Bournville College is delighted to announce the initiative of Apprentice of the Month. The award is open to all apprentice employees working in your organisation in partnership with Bournville College. The initiative has been launched to recognise the value that apprentices bring to your organisation and to reward the individual for their hard work during the scheme. Nominating an apprentice gives your organisation the chance to be recognised for your support and commitment to the apprenticeship scheme too. Each month a panel will select a winner and present the individual with vouchers and conclude with a case study / press release on the organisation and apprentice, conducted by the College’s marketing team.
For more information please contact Stephanie Jones on 0121 477 1384 or email stephanie.jones@bournville.ac.uk
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