New figures reveal that SMEs predict to recruit 202,000 new apprentices in the next 12 months. The data shows that SMEs are keen to hire apprentices for both their enthusiasm as well as the business benefits that come with the ability to mould staff to suit employer needs and future proof the workforce. It also
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How investing in apprentices can grow your business
by Owen Gough • • 0 Comments
Apprentices in the UK have shown their value to business, providing another genuine option for both school leavers, those looking for a career change and businesses looking for quality staff to invest in. The Statistics Apprenticeships are on the rise in the UK with 509,400 apprentices starting in 2015/16 compared to 499,900 in 2015/15 –
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Employers willing to pay more for good apprentices
by Ben Lobel • • 0 Comments
The research, carried out by Positive Outcomes, questioned 100 UK employers over their attitudes towards apprentices in the run-up to the GCSE and A-Level results days. As part of the study, employers were asked, ‘Are you prepared to offer more money than the standard apprenticeship wage for the right apprentice?’ to which 92 per cent said ‘yes’,
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