Apprentice numbers set to rise by over 50% to 800,000 by 2018
Apprenticeships in the UK are set to rise by over 50% to 800,000 in the next five years, according to talent acquisition and management company, Alexander Mann Solutions.
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New employer support measures launched by NAS
The National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) has announced the introduction of a range of new measures to help out employers looking to take on apprentices.
Elevate East London boosts employment in Barking and Dagenham
A shared initiative between Barking and Dagenham Council and Agilisys, Elevate East London, has secured over a hundred new jobs for people in the borough.
City of Bristol College encourages employers to hire apprentices
Claire Arbery, City of Bristol College head of apprenticeships, said: “Apprenticeships are a proven way for employers to improve efficiency and business performance. They ensure that a workforce has the practical skills and qualifications needed by businesses now and in the future.”
Apprentice secures full time position at Intergage
Cat’s manager, Dani Bebb, said: “I am delighted to have Cat as a permanent member of our team. Cat has been a shining star from the day she arrived. She has won our coveted ‘Best Newcomer Award’ and I am sure she’ll go on to win plenty more! Her story is a real success story for the apprenticeship scheme.”
Stockport council partners with the NAS to boost apprenticeships
Stockport council has teamed up with the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS), to launch a new ‘100:100’ apprenticeship scheme to encourage Stockport employers to hire 100 apprentices in 100 days.
New CEO to drive NLP’s expansion plans
Northumbria Learning Providers (NLP) has selected vocational training expert David Baker as its new CEO.
Camden’s apprenticeship campaign beats its target
122 new apprenticeships have now been created with 52 different companies. The roles span a range of sectors, including architecture and insurance.
CIPD champions Inspiring the Future initiative
To mark its 100th anniversary, CIPD has partnered with The Education and Employers Taskforce to help to tackle youth unemployment.
As figures show apprenticeship increase, FSP urges businesses to hire apprentices
Following figures released by the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) which revealed that 11 applications were made for every apprenticeship vacancy in the UK, The Financial Skills Partnership (FSP) has called for more businesses to take on apprentices.
