we help to improve social care standards October 2010 Promoting young people and apprenticeships in social care

Aim of session  Dispelling ‘myths’ around young people working in care  Take a look at apprenticeships - what they are, the benefits, how to access them

Busting the ‘myths’ about Young People  No legislation that prevents young people working in care  Are allowed to do personal care  Are allowed to do moving and handling  Are covered by your insurance and Employment legislation  Do sometimes bring knowledge and experience with them  year olds can and do work in care

What is an Apprenticeship?  Employment (employer has to pay a minimum salary of £2.50 per hour) with' on the job 'training  Completing a recognised training programme supported by Government funding  Involves an NVQ (level 2 or 3), a technical certificate (knowledge), and key skills (Communication & Application of Number), plus ERR (Employment Rights and Responsibilities)  A range of apprenticeships available, e.g. care, business admin, hospitality, catering, cleaning

Key to a successful apprenticeship… You need….  An apprentice (interested person)  An employer (who will showcase care work, offers a supportive environment and is willing to invest)  A training provider (quality training, reliable and flexible to meet employer and learner need)

Benefits of employing an apprentice..  Skills shortages are one of the biggest threats to our sector – ageing workforce, so need to attract young people and ensure they have the right skills  Opportunity to harness fresh talent  Cost effective - learn on the job  Makes good business sense

Benefits of employing an apprentice.. Survey of UK employers (by Learning and Skills Council January 2009)  92% said apprentices better motivated other staff and increased job satisfaction  81% said employing apprentices generated higher overall productivity  74% said apprentices were more loyal, remaining at company longer than non-apprentices

Can all employers have an apprentice?  An apprenticeship should be a positive experience for young person (and the employer!)  Training Provider works with Employer - check H & S, and organise training programme, assessment, support in workplace (mentor), progress reports  Contract between Employer, Apprentice, Training Provider to ensure achievement

How to find an apprentice….  Talk to your local Job Centre Plus and / or the National Apprenticeship Service  Use the free online Apprentice Vacancy Matching service   Ring your local Apprentice Training Provider

Can you help to recruit and retain apprentices?  Spread the word about young people and apprenticeships….  Become a Mentor in your own workplace….

Plenary… And finally…..how did you get on with finding the answers to the quiz? Any more questions?

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