Apprenticeship provider’s staff practice what they preach by graduating
Staff at one of Wales’ leading work-based learning providers are practicing what they preach by enhancing their skills and knowledge through apprenticeships to develop their…
Apprentices
What is an Apprentice?
Apprentices are an individual undergoing a training program to gain practical skills and qualifications in a specific trade or profession, combining on-the-job experience with formal education.
What is the Apprentice Wage in the UK?
Current rates are £5.28 but from April 2024 the wage will go up to £6.40.
Which ones pay the Highest?
Sectors like engineering, IT, and finance often pay higher wages due to the skills and qualifications they provide, offering competitive salaries.
Why are they good for Employers?
It can benefit employers by fostering a skilled workforce tailored to their specific needs, providing cost-effective training, and contributing to talent development within the company.
Alarming decline in apprenticeships worsens health and social care crisis
Training providers and employers say a sharp decline in apprenticeships is escalating the health and social care sector workforce crisis in Wales, following this year’s…
Welsh apprentice butchers challenged to prove they’re a cut above the rest
Talented Welsh apprentice butchers are being challenged to put their skills to test on a grand stage at the country’s top competition. Butchery apprentices have…
Achievements recognised as training provider’s apprentices graduate
The achievements of nearly 100 apprentices from across Wales were celebrated at an apprenticeship graduation ceremony in Mid Wales. Cambrian Training Company and its sub-contractors…
Total People Celebrates ‘Good’ Ofsted Rating
Total People, a leading apprenticeship training provider, is proud to announce that it has been awarded a ‘Good’ rating across all of its provision types,…
Magenta Living and Seddon team up to provide essential opportunity for apprentices
Four apprentices can now complete their apprenticeship thanks to a partnership between the Bolton-based Seddon Housing Partnerships and Magenta Living, a leader provider of affordable…
Pan-Wales apprenticeship provider celebrates glowing Estyn report
One of the top work-based learning providers in Wales is celebrating after receiving a glowing report from Estyn, following an inspection this summer. Senior leaders…
How Apprentice star Adam Corbally is getting students boardroom-ready
Former Apprentice finalist and motivational speaker Adam Corbally has returned to the University of Sunderland (@sunderlanduni) to help budding entrepreneurs flex their business brains in…
Mid Wales upholstery entrepreneur adds apprenticeship award to collection
Entrepreneur Dr Ali J. Wright, who is keen to establish an upholstery training academy in Mid Wales, has added a coveted apprenticeship award to her…
RMA Systems triumph at Bradford College Apprenticeship Games 2024
Building energy experts RMA Systems showcased their brightest talent when they joined Bradford College in marking National Apprenticeship Week 2024. The second-ever Bradford College Apprenticeship Games…