University of Hull Our apprenticeship journey so far… 25 April 2018 University of Hull Our apprenticeship journey so far… Adam Greenwood 22nd November 2016

25 April 2018 A bit about me Background

Horizon scanning Lots of reading and research into the drivers for apprenticeships

Important Factors Things that might influence our decisions Graduate recruitment Demand from young people Competition and collaborative opportunities Benefits, and challenges, of closer employer working

The University Research led International Business facing 25 April 2018 The University Research led International Business facing Employability An ‘anchor’ Institution Student experience

The University – mock TEF 25 April 2018 The University – mock TEF

Vision and buy-in from the top 25 April 2018 Vision and buy-in from the top Presented the concept to Executive Follow ups and ongoing engagement with Professional services and Academic colleagues Joined UVAC in February 2016

Skills Funding Agency Successful in getting onto the ROTO 25 April 2018 Skills Funding Agency Successful in getting onto the ROTO Applied in the last ITT and signed the contract this month! But… Now the RoATP and the ITT …and what about EPA?

What we’ve developed so far… 25 April 2018 What we’ve developed so far… CMDA (Standard) Chemical Scientist pathway (framework) Healthcare Assistant Practitioner (framework) But many more opportunities…

Funding Will apprenticeships ever be money makers for HEIs? 4x concurrent funding models Levy vs non-levy – two different markets?

Quality Suitable programmes Adaptation vs Creation 25 April 2018 Quality Suitable programmes Adaptation vs Creation Changing content, assessment and delivery! Timescales for approvals

Employer Demand Approach Engagement Partnership

Sharon Gamble Apprenticeship & Business Lead for Hull City Council Hull Training and Adult Education

Apprenticeships our story Hull City Council employs just under six thousand staff. Employee training and development are key to business. The City Council has shown a commitment to employing apprentices now for a number of years. We currently offer apprenticeships within the council department's at levels 2, 3 and 4 Hull City Council is committed to providing up to 100 apprenticeships through Hull Training and Adult Education each year

Apprenticeships our story The current apprenticeship programme has proved to be a very successful programme and we will continue to develop it within the City Council. On average 82% of our apprentices progress into a positive destination There are many instances where an apprentice has joined as a level 2 and on completion progresses to a level 3 apprenticeship. Of the 91 apprentices currently employed 46 are level 2 and 45 are level 3. New opportunities are identified all the time and the benefits to both the apprentice and the Council are evident. Trailblazer in teacher training – employer led

Preparation. Our Journey Levy Strategy Calculation and distribution Partnerships with providers(s) Estimate spend management Internal Workforce planning Mapping roles

Chartered Managers Degree Will widen access to the profession and develop the higher level technical skills for our existing and aspiring managers Improve productivity and support our businesses to meet city objectives We remain in the driving seat as the employer Quality programme contextualised within our workplace Continue to develop collaborative partnerships . It’s fundable under the levy.

Apprenticeships our story 19+ Skills Landscape 2016/17 onwards 19+ Loans for Level 3 to Level 5 Apprenticeships Levy 16+ Localism Level 2 and below offer to meet local Priorities University academic route Loans

Next steps Continued involvement in the development of trailblazer standards In house training mapped to local authority apprenticeship standards Clear progression pathways Greater collaboration with providers and employers

Challenges (and discussion points) 25 April 2018 Challenges (and discussion points) Employer involvement Academic involvement Viability Resources Quality Timeframe and processes Systems and technology