Developing new skills and growing your business. Benefits of the new Path 2 Apprenticeships programme supporting local employers.
Ever thought of hiring an apprentice to help support your business, bring in fresh ideas and new ways of working? If you have and your business is based in Birmingham and Solihull and you operate within the Health and Social Care or Transport and Logistics sectors, we have some great news!
Path 2 Apprenticeships offer employers a strategic advantage by developing a skilled, loyal, and productive workforce leading to an apprenticeship. They provide cost savings, improved retention, and an enhanced reputation, ensuring long-term business success.
Supporting apprenticeships
Apprenticeships can support your business to grow by recruiting new talent or developing your workforce to gain the skills needed to take your business to the next level.
Offering an apprenticeship can:
- introduce fresh talent and ideas to your business by recruiting new staff and upskilling existing members
- align training to your business needs
- boost staff loyalty and motivation
- save your business up to £3,000 in recruitment costs by filling your vacancy with a Path 2 Apprenticeship candidate
Studies show that because of apprenticeships:
- 80% of employers report higher staff retention
- 92% of employers see a boost in workforce motivation and satisfaction
- 86% of employers have said that apprenticeships helped them develop skills relevant to their organisation.
Source: Apprenticeship evaluation 2021: learner and employer surveys - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Ready when you are!
Access a new and upskilled talent pool of candidates who have already been on a work placement and who are now ready to move into an apprenticeship. There is no obligation or commitment to offering them a role at the interview stage, but we know that you will be impressed with the calibre of the candidates. The programme has also been co-designed to equip candidates with bespoke training and coaching tailored to meet the needs of your business, including any pre-accreditation qualifications.
Creating a stronger workforce pipeline is another key benefit
By investing in apprenticeships, employers help create a steady supply of skilled workers prepared to step into senior roles, ensuring the company is ready for future workforce needs. These programmes can be tailored to meet specific business needs, focusing on sector-specific skills and knowledge, ensuring the training is relevant and beneficial to the company.
Take the next step!
If you are ready to develop your team and take on an apprenticeship at level 2 or 3, we would love to hear from you.