Leeds City College Apprentice Employer Prospectus 2022

Hire an Apprentice

Employing an apprentice is easier than you think.

Prospectus

Directors Welcome Leeds City College

Lee Pryor

Director of Apprenticeships and Business Development, Luminate Education Group

Hello,

Thank you for expressing interest in an apprenticeship with Luminate Education Group. We look forward to supporting you in achieving your business apprenticeship ambitions. We offer staff training and development needs, and our collaborative approach will help your business grow.

Leeds City College is a member of one of the UK's fastest-improving and innovative education groups, Luminate Education Group. Other members are Keighley College, University Centre Leeds, Leeds Sixth Form College, Harrogate College and Leeds Conservatoire.

Luminate Education Group is one of the region's largest education and apprenticeship providers, with over 30,000 students and 2,000 staff members. Our members all work closely together so we can provide the best opportunities for students, our employers and stakeholders. We are aligned with local needs and provide inclusive education for all.

Our philosophy is straightforward: to determine your key business requirements, we start by getting to know the heart of your organisation.

For apprenticeship provision at Leeds City College, you will work closely with our dedicated, proactive Business Development team. Together, you’ll collaborate to identify your business training and development objectives, and access a bespoke training package to realise your goals. We're here to offer solutions and support you with apprenticeship-related business and employee needs.

We take pride in providing the best service possible, regularly evaluating our training and measuring its impact on your organisation. We will also help you minimise overheads by seeking funding on your behalf, so you can focus on cultivating your team.

From accessing industry-standard equipment to specialist classrooms and study spaces, our investment in Leeds City College means that all students and apprentices will enjoy the best possible learning environment.

Get in touch with our Business Development team to see our facilities first-hand.

Our apprenticeship service provides you with:

• Regular advice and support from our dedicated account manager

• A complete training programme to fit your business needs

• A collaborative partnership

Specialist training

Ongoing support

• Flexibility for your employee and organisation's needs

• Advertising for job vacancies

• Support with apprenticeship recruitment/selection

We look forward to working with you!

Lee Pryor Director of Apprenticeships and Business Development

Luminate Education Group

Why apprenticeships are good for business

Apprenticeships enable both the apprentice and employer to progress. As an employer, you can nurture your trade's next generation of skilled workers by teaching the skills your industry needs the most and that are only learned on the job.

You can also employ apprentices at different levels of experience, enabling you to offer specialised or higher-level apprenticeships. Apprenticeships will attract school leavers, university graduates and those in further education, as well as people looking to progress their careers, join a new profession or develop trade skills. An apprenticeship also means having the ability to upskill an existing employee, so you can offer more progression and retain your workforce for longer.

As a company, you'll have first-hand access to rising talent, teaching individuals who are already passionate about, and want a career in, your industry. You will also find your business benefits from the wider networks and advertising involved with recruiting apprenticeships and partnering with our college.

Apprenticeships benefits according to employers 86%

OF EMPLOYERS FOUND THAT APPRENTICESHIPS DEVELOPED SKILLS RELEVANT TO THEIR ORGANISATION AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

78% OF EMPLOYERS REPORTED INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY

OF APPRENTICES STAY ON IN THEIR PLACE OF WORK AFTER THEIR APPRENTICESHIP

OF EMPLOYERS SAID APPRENTICESHIPS HELPED THEM IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF THEIR PRODUCT OR SERVICE

Why choose an apprenticeship with us?

We develop a valuable relationship built on mutual respect, trust and integrity. We are responsive, provide quality with speed and always centre your business needs.

The college's knowledge will be current, comprehensive and relevant. With this and our training, your staff will be better informed and develop stronger skills as managers and leaders. Our partnership will enable individuals to fulfil their aspirations, realise ambitions and achieve personal and professional goals.

We understand that apprenticeship training doesn't always suit individual needs, so we have a full range of commercial offerings that can bridge any skills gaps.

The Apprenticeship Business Engagement and Recruitment team can support potential learners and employers through the process of getting an apprenticeship set up with our college.

• Be allocated your own account manager who will help identify any training needs for current staff members and new recruits

• Get support with registering on the ESFA Digital Apprenticeship Service

• Discuss a bespoke delivery method to suit your needs

• Receive help with writing job descriptions for your vacancy

• Advertise your vacancy on national job boards and to students currently studying full time at college

• Sift applications for suitable candidates

• Organise a health and safety check for your premises

• Get support with completing required paperwork for apprenticeships

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Teaching staff

Whether your apprentice comes into college or not, they will still have the use of all campuses and facilities to aid and support learning. They will learn from and have access to fully qualified tutors and assessors. Our tutors and assessors are from the industry and can offer real skills and expert advice bespoke to your sector.

20% off-the-job training

To promote progress and success at an individual level, we will perform an initial diagnostic assessment and tailor the programme to meet your apprentice requirements.

Throughout the programme, your apprentices will have access to a designated tutor, an extensive range of blended learning opportunities, an electronic portfolio (OneFile), and classroom-based teaching from highly qualified and experienced tutors.

Additionally, to support the 20% off-the-job training, the assessor/trainer will support your apprentices in recording all other training in the workplace. This will be recorded on their OneFile.

Case studies

Apprentices from Leeds City College have been of a high standard, enthusiastic and willing to learn to maintain our high customer service requirements. As a small company, the apprentices reap rewards and fit in quickly.

Ian Dawson BRS Limited

Our relationship with the Apprenticeship team at Leeds City College has flourished over the last two years. We truly value their experience and guidance in the education and skills sector. The team's commitment to get the best for the business shows good innovative solutions and bespoke opportunities.

Libby Megson Leeds City Council

We have had a fantastic experience working with Leeds City College over the years. My most memorable experience was taking on one of their first A level students to work in the hotel reception. He made a great first impression and he now has a casual contract working for us, outside of his unique studies. The Careers team are informative and knowledgeable about the students and their abilities.

Annabel Shuttleworth

Leeds Marriott Hotel

Wonderfully outgoing and forward-thinking team of people. Open to discuss new ideas and concepts with great enthusiasm and input. We are enjoying our journey with Leeds City College and are proud to be a part of their journey towards a bright future. Well done everyone. Chris Madely Cones Books

7 Steps: Hire an apprentice with our support

STEP 1: Think about the role you want to fill

We can help you identify any training or skills gaps. A job specification needs to be thought about and should include essential and desirable knowledge criteria and previous experience you wish the successful candidate to have. It's essential to include a job title, a description of the role's primary duties and purpose, information about your company and the job location in your job description.

STEP 2: Deciding how much to pay your apprentice

The right wage will expand your potential candidates, increase interest, and boost commitment and productivity. It will also need to be the right balance for your company’s finances and aims. We can advise you on the best wage for your apprentice and answer any questions you may have.

For further information visit gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates

STEP 3: Advertising your apprenticeship vacancies

An essential place to advertise apprenticeship vacancies is the Find an apprenticeship website. Alongside this, your apprenticeship advertisement will reach our wide college network and partners. We can guide you in advertising your apprenticeship vacancy and help with recruitment for the position.

Find an apprenticeship gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship

STEP 4: Shortlisting candidates

We will support you with the shortlisting of suitable candidates, ensuring your company needs are met with an apprentice who can excel in your company. We will also help you access our pool of student learners looking to progress with an apprenticeship of your type.

STEP 5: Preparing for the interview

Our recruitment advisor will recommend the candidates most suited for your role. You ultimately decide who you interview, and we will be available for any support needed during your decision-making process. We can also assist with designing your interview questions and process; we recommend focusing questions around soft skills and technical potential. It's important to manage expectations during the interview. While candidates are unlikely to have lots of industry experience, their passion for your industry, enthusiasm and willingness to learn should more than make up for this.

STEP 6: Your candidate has a work trial

We encourage a 1-2 day work trial to help you decide on your apprentice. As a less formal alternative to the interview, it enables both you and your candidate to experience working together. It will also help you understand their suitability to the role. During this trial, candidates would benefit from spending time with their potential mentor, meeting the rest of the team, and experiencing key elements of their role.

STEP 7: It's time to hire!

Up until now, our recruitment advisors will check in with your applicants after each interview, gaining feedback and helping to determine each candidate's potential. They'll also be able to support the candidate in growing and improving in the areas you saw potential in. You are likely to have decided on who you will offer the role to after the trial. Once your final decision is made, we will contact your chosen candidate to offer them the position and agree their start date.

And that's it – your recruitment journey is complete and your new apprentice is ready to start!

What are the next steps

The apprenticeship recruitment journey can raise many questions and we'll be there to offer support at every stage.

From day one, you will be assigned a dedicated Business Engagement Advisor who will stay in regular contact with you to discuss your apprentice's progression, offer solutions and go through any additional requirements you may have.

If you are ready to take the first step in hiring an apprentice, get in touch with our team today.

Apprenticeships levels and entry requirements explained

Intermediate Apprenticeships:

Intermediate Apprenticeships are equivalent to a junior role within a company. These are for new candidates in the industry and teach the basic skills and knowledge required to progress within a chosen career path.

Examples of job roles include: Administrator Assistant, Junior Hair Stylist and Commis Chef.

Advanced Apprenticeships:

An Advanced Apprenticeship builds on the skills and knowledge gained from an Intermediate Apprenticeship. These apprenticeships begin to specialise a candidate’s industry knowledge. They are suitable for people who have previously completed an apprenticeship or have been within a job role for some time.

Examples of job roles include: Software Developer, Chef de Partie and Electrical Engineer.

Higher Apprenticeships:

Higher Apprenticeships are for people in senior roles within a company who want to develop their skills to progress further. These apprenticeships are equivalent to completinga foundation degree or Higher National Diploma.

Examples of job roles include: Apprentice Teacher, Lab Technician and Project Manager.

Degree Apprenticeships:

Degree or Master's Degree

Apprenticeships are for those who want to be specialists within their field and hold a senior position within a company (such as senior management ortechnical specialist). These apprenticeships usually involve the undertaking of an under/postgraduate qualification.

Examples of job roles include: Managing Director, Laboratory Scientist and HE Lecturer.

Our apprenticeship offering at a glance

Animal Care Business

(Accountancy, HR, Customer Service, Law, Management, Team leader)

Childcare Construction (Plumbing, Brickwork and Joinery)

Creative Arts (Visual & Digital, Media & Performance Production)

Digital & IT

Education & Teaching

Engineering

Electrical

Motor Vehicle

Marketing & Events

Hair, Beauty & Media Make-up

Hospitality (Chef, Butchers, Bakers, Front of House Service)

Health & Social care (Clinical and Social)

Pharmaceutical

Sports & Exercise Science

Teacher Training

Apprenticeships

APPLIED SCIENCE

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

OF CREATIVE ARTS

OF CREATIVE ARTS

OF DIGITAL

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

SCHOOL OF EVENTS, ENTERPRISE & EMPLOYABILITY

SCHOOL OF HAIR, BEAUTY & MEDIA MAKEUP

SCHOOL OF LAND & ANIMAL SCIENCES

COURSE

SCHOOL OF TRAVEL, FOOD & DRINK

SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCE - CHILDHOOD & EDUCATION

Early Years

SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCE - HEALTH SCIENCE & SOCIAL CARE

Adult Care Worker

SCHOOL OF SPORT SCIENCE & EXERCISE

Leisure Team Member

ENGINEERING

HE LAW, LEADERSHIP AND BUSINESS

HE SCIENCE

HE SPORT & HEALTH

HE TEACHER TRAINING, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT

Funding

An apprenticeship is an investment in your organisation's growth. Before hiring your apprentice, it's important you have budgeted for employment costs that include wages, training, assessments and equipment.

Apprenticeship training costs vary depending on the type of apprenticeship programme you choose and the size of your organisation. We offer support, solutions and advice tailored to your organisation.

Our team will also work to find your company funding for your apprenticeship, enabling you to focus on the wider picture. We're committed to supporting you to access and identify available funding that will allow individuals from all backgrounds and abilities, and those who may need additional support, to access your apprenticeship.

Support for 16-18 year olds

£1,000 to help meet the extra costs associated with supporting young apprentices

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Paid in two equal instalments at 90 days and 365 days following enrolment

The payment is in addition to the incentive payment

The payment is made to your training provider (in this case, us), who will transfer the money to you

Support for care leavers and those with Local Authority EHCP

£1,000 to help with extra costs to support apprentices aged 19-24 who've been in care or have a Local Authority Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

This government-provided financial support helps employers provide apprenticeships to people from all backgrounds

The payment is in addition to the incentive payment

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The payment is made to your training provider (in this case, us), who will transfer the money to you

If you have less than 50 employees and your apprentice is aged 16-18, the apprenticeship training will be 100% funded.

If you've hired an apprentice who is aged 19 or over, there will be a 5% contribution towards the overall cost of the apprenticeship training, regardless of how many employees you have.

Our partners

Our team

Lee Pryor Director of Apprenticeships

Email: Lee.Pryor@luminate.ac.uk

Nat Smith

Business Development Team Leader

Email: Nat.Smith@leedscitycollege.ac.uk

Paul Clark

Head of Business and Commercial Development

Email: Paul.Clark@leedscitycollege.ac.uk

Taz Khusal

NHS and Healthcare Co-ordinator

Email: Tasleam.Khusal@leedscitycollege.ac.uk

General Information and Useful Links

Information on Apprenticeships and Wages

gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates

Health & Safety Information and Guidance

hse.gov.uk

Preventing and Resolving Employment Disputes

acas.org.uk

Training on Prevent/Extremism

etflearners.org.uk

The Apprenticeship Service

accounts.manage-apprenticeships.service.gov.uk/service/index

Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Information

instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/?

Education & Skills Funding Agency

gov.uk/government/organisations/education-and-skills-funding-agency

PAYE Advice

gov.uk/paye-for-employers