An Apprenticeship: Great Advice on Being or Employing an Apprentice

You'll discover everything you need to know about apprenticeships right here, whether you're considering this exciting career path or looking to hire talented apprentices for your business. Our expert guidance covers every aspect from qualifications and employment conditions to finding the perfect match and making the most of government support. An Apprenticeship is here to help.

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Coping With the World of Work

When you start your first proper job it can be a bit of a shock to the system. Just the long hours can be difficult to adjust to even without the pressure an...

Your Rights as an Apprentice

When you start an apprenticeship your employer essentially takes you on as an employee. This means that you have the same employee rights as any one else and...

An Apprenticeship Using Your Skills or Talents

To make the most of an apprenticeship you want to find one that makes the most of your skills and talents. Whether that is leadership skills, construction sk...

Dealing With Bullying at Work

Starting out in the workplace as an apprentice can be a challenging time and you need to feel as comfortable and confident as possible. If you find yourself...

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What Do the Government's New Plans Mean for You

Interest in apprenticeships has surged in recent years. Following a period in which the apprentice had become a less frequently seen member of the workforce,...

Top 10 Tips for Successful Workplace Relations

The workplace can be uniquely difficult to navigate. It is, in many ways, an unnatural construction in which individuals who seemingly have little in common...

Apprenticeships and Tax: What You Need to Know

No one wants to worry about tax. It is a necessary irritation; something that we all have to do, whether we like it or not. But despite the fact that it is v...

Breaking Down the Costs of Hiring an Apprentice

Many businesses are put off apprenticeships because they presume that they represent an unjustifiable cost. It is certainly true that there are costs associa...

Can I Do a Degree After My Apprenticeship?

For many people, an apprenticeship is the first step in a career that will last a lifetime. This form of training is a hugely useful way of getting your foot...

Fixed Term Apprentice Contracts and Dismissal

The agreement between an apprentice and their employer is, by its nature, complicated. There is a lot of confusion about these contracts – for example, is...

Making an Apprentice Redundant

Apprentices enjoy a range of rights that are not extended to other employees. They have a very specific definition in law – but many employers do not under...

Can I Sack an Apprentice?

Apprentices can be a hugely valuable addition to your workforce. Many businesses rely on apprentices to provide them with the skills they need, and many appr...

Apprenticeship or Internship: Which is Right for Me?

Beginning an apprenticeship or an internship is a big commitment, and it is important that you understand exactly what you are letting yourself in for before...

Apprenticeships: Parents' Frequently Asked Questions

Apprentices are having a resurgence. The government has recently pledged significant new funds for the schemes, which help apprentices get a foot on the empl...

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