1. Apprenticeships Explained Apprenticeships Information for Parents Presented by Name here 00/00/2013

2. 2 | Presentation title00/00/2013 Apprenticeship Information Ambassador Network The Apprenticeship Information Ambassadors Network works with The National Apprenticeship Service to promote Apprenticeships. We provide a Quality Assured free information service on Apprenticeships. We have full understanding as Training Providers of the current Apprenticeship offer and are able to use our industry knowledge to give clear and impartial information to assist you to signpost young people effectively.

3. 3 | Presentation title00/00/2013 The role of the National Apprenticeship Service NAS was founded in April 2009 in response to the Leitch Review NAS was set up to: Expand the number of Apprenticeship places offered by employers Increase the number, quality and diversity of people applying for Apprenticeships, and in particular supporting 16-18 year olds Make it easier for employers to recruit apprentices and for individuals to search and apply for Apprenticeship vacancies on the internet-based vacancy system

4. 4 | Presentation title00/00/2013 What is an Apprenticeship? How does an Apprenticeship work? What are the range of Apprenticeships available? What are the benefits of an Apprenticeship? What are employers looking for? How do you become an apprentice? The Apprenticeship vacancy (AV) system I am interested! Where can I find out more? Today I will cover…

5. 5 | Presentation title Raising the Participation Age (RPA) What is RPA? From the 2013/14 academic year, all young people are required to continue in education or training. This could be –full-time study in a school, college or with a training provider –full-time work or volunteering combined with part-time education or training –An Apprenticeship 00/00/2013

6. 6 | Presentation title Traineeships Traineeships are a new programme available from September 2013 for people aged between 16-24. 00/00/2013

7. 7 | Presentation title Options Post 16+ Young people have choices to make at the end of Year 11 00/00/2013 Continue at school into the 6 th Form Move to another 6 th Form Leave school and start a full time programme at College /Training Provider Leave school and find an Apprenticeship Leave school and find employment with in–house training

8. 8 | Presentation title Options Post 16+ Young people have choices to make at the end of Year 12 00/00/2013 Continue at school into Year 13 Leave 6 th form and start a full time FE programme at College/Training Provider Leave FE or 6 th Form and find employment with in-house training Leave FE or 6 th Form and find an Apprenticeship

9. 9 | Presentation title Options Post 16+ Young people have choices to make at the end of Year 13 00/00/2013 Leave 6 th form and start a full time FE programme at College/Training Provider Leave 6 th Form/FE and progress into HE Leave FE or 6 th Form and find employment with in-house training Leave FE or 6 th Form and find an Apprenticeship

10. 10 | Presentation title Apprenticeships: Are they popular? There are a record number of apprentices – 520,600 people started an Apprenticeship In England in 2011/12 There are over 280 different types of Apprenticeship Frameworks to choose from Apprenticeships are available in 1500 different job roles Apprenticeships are available across 170 different industries No university fees 00/00/2013

11. 11 | Presentation title Apprenticeships – Let’s dispel some myths! Apprenticeships are only available to 16-18 year olds – Myth There is no upper age limit on Apprenticeships Apprentices are poorly paid – Myth Apprentices have a minimum salary of £2.68 per hour The average is £200 per week Advanced Apprentices earn on average earn £100,000 more than those without over their career Apprenticeships are not as valued as FE/HE – Myth An Apprenticeship is vocational learning which can lead to nationally recognised qualifications equivalent to GCSEs, A Levels and HE 00/00/2013

12. 12 | Presentation title What are Apprenticeships...? 00/00/2013

13. 13 | Presentation title What are Apprenticeships...? Different to any other learning A real job, a real employer and nationally recognised qualifications and training Paid a salary Contract of employment, holiday, sick etc. Develop skills and gain qualifications specific to job role and industry 00/00/2013

14. 14 | Presentation title What are Apprenticeships...? Nationally recognised Qualifications Support from a training provider or College Progression opportunities to higher level skills Either in an Intermediate or Higher Apprenticeship HE / university 00/00/2013

15. 15 | Presentation title How does an Apprenticeship work? Apprenticeships are made up of a series of qualifications and modules that make up a Framework 00/00/2013 Competency Technical Knowledge Functional / Key Skills / Functional G.C.S.E Employee Rights & Responsibilities Personal Learning & Thinking Skills Guided Learning Hours Additional: Entry Conditions Equality & Diversity Progression

16. 16 | Presentation title How does an Apprenticeship work? It’s a real job The majority of time is spent in the workplace doing a job with the support of the employer. Employer committed to providing appropriate support and experiences to enable the apprentice to build their knowledge and skills An Apprenticeship should last a minimum of 12 months 00/00/2013

17. 17 | Presentation title How does an Apprenticeship Work? 00/00/2013 Most of the training is delivered and assessed in the work place There is also an element of ‘off the job’ training which usually takes place with a training provider or at a college Joint relationship between Employer, Provider and Apprentice

18. 18 | Presentation title Variety of Apprenticeships.. 00/00/2013 There are over 280 different types of Apprenticeship to choose from Apprenticeships are available in 1500 different job roles Apprenticeships are available across 170 different industries

19. 19 | Presentation title Higher Apprenticeships There has been rapid developments in Higher Apprenticeships with over 30 different Apprenticeship Frameworks available. These provide young people with – The chance to gain professional accreditation and membership New opportunities for career progression The potential to achieve graduate and post graduate qualifications A clear pathway for young people to achieve their ambitions in the workplace Higher earning capacity Recognition and status A unique way of developing professional level, job specific skills while remaining in employment and earning a salary 00/00/2013

20. 20 | Presentation title Variety of Higher Apprenticeships include Agriculture Accounting Advertising and Marketing Communications Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Banking Business and Administration Business Leadership and Management Construction Technical and Professional Contact Centre Operations Employment Related Services Express Logistics Facilities Management Fashion and Textiles Technical Food and Drink Hospitality Management Human Resource Management Insurance IT Software Web and Telecoms Professionals Life Sciences Management Mineral Product Technology Professional Services: Audit, Tax, Management Consultancy Project Management Providing Financial Advice Public Relationships Supply Chain Management The Water Industry 00/00/2013

21. 21 | Presentation title Apprenticeship job roles... What kind of job role can young people find an Apprenticeship in? 00/00/2013

22. 22 | Presentation title Some Apprenticeships cover a variety of employment areas, depending on the employer and the job role eg. Business Administration Medical Secretary Legal Secretary Personal Assistant Marketing Administrator (organising events) HR Assistant IT Application Specialist IT Clerk Data Administer Web Technician IT Application helpdesk support Website manager 00/00/2013

23. 23 | Presentation title Some Apprenticeships cover a variety of employment areas, depending on the employer and the job role Creative & Digital Media Production Runner/Assistant Post Production Runner Broadcast Assistant Archive Assistant Animation Assistant Assistant to the Camera Crew Junior Designer Junior Researcher Web Coordinator Trainee/Assistant Photographer Digital Assistant Production Secretary 00/00/2013

24. 24 | Presentation title Different levels of Apprenticeships & Progression 00/00/2013 Different levels of Apprenticeship available Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 2 12 – 18 months Equivalent 5 GCSEs A* - C Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 18 – 48 months Equivalent 2 A levels Higher Apprenticeship Level 4,5, 6 & 7 24 months +

25. 25 | Presentation title Benefits of Apprenticeships for Learners 00/00/2013 Earn while they Learn Achieve Nationally recognised and transferable qualifications A career not just a job Progress within their career Paid holidays A wide choice of industries and employers Develop skills and gain qualifications specific to job role and industry No HE/University Fees Appropriate for High Achievers. Apprenticeships can lead to higher level skills

26. 26 | Presentation title00/00/2013 Who can do an Apprenticeship? There is no definitive answer……… There are different entry requirements for Apprenticeships depending on the occupational sector, level and employer requirements An apprentice must be living in England and not in full-time education An apprentice must be16 years and above and be at the statutory school leaving age An apprentice must be committed to work and learning and aware of their responsibilities to themselves, their employer and training provider

27. 27 | Presentation title What are Employers Looking for? 00/00/2013 Good Communicator Drive and Commitment Motivation Reliability Eager to learn new things Work Ready Trustworthy

28. 28 | Presentation title00/00/2013 Benefits of Apprenticeships to employers 100,000 Employers currently use Apprenticeships Employers value Apprenticeships because they can become: Better trained employees, with the right skills Motivated and loyal workforce Improved Productivity Improved retention Potential Manager / leaders of the future

29. Intermediate Apprentice Joe Farnell Employer: Proactive ITS Job Role: Business Administration

30. Intermediate Apprentice Tom Smith Employer: Roof Safety Solutions Job Role: Warehouse Management Apprentice

31. 31 | Presentation title Apprenticeships Video Case Studies Apprenticeships Sector in the Spotlight: http://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLaWOtGcX1byEzqI_eDpBuHL4Xs89-- tdk&v=lXNXuHFpz8M&feature=player_detailpage Further videos available on the Apprenticeships You Tube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/ApprenticeshipsNAS?feature=watch 00/00/2013

32. Employer case study: Gabriele Gabriele, Channel 4 Business administration assistant Having an apprentice scheme is about recognising raw talent over qualifications or work experience. But ours is also about diversity. We’re proud of the range of voices our apprentices represent. Many of them even take part as key speakers in high-level brainstorms around programming and content for young audiences. They add huge value to what we do. 00/00/2012

33. Employer case study: Kerri Kerri, facemediagroup Customer services administrator Right now we have 14 staff and four of them are apprentices, one in each department. If you’re prepared to invest your time in apprentices, the rewards are huge. They don’t just generate more income, they become part of the team, with younger, fresher eyes and ears for us to learn from. It’s very satisfying to watch them grow over the time they’re with us. 00/00/2012

34. Employer case study: Miles Miles, Bentley Motors Junior engineer Apprenticeships give us the flexibility to train individuals to meet the skills needs for the future. Once trained our apprentices become highly skilled, effective and valuable employees. We find that the apprentices have a refreshing outlook and they often bring new ideas to the company. They can be a real inspiration. 00/00/2012

35. Employer case study: Nana Nana, Anthony Vrahimis Design Consultancy Production assistant My studio has become well known as a training ground for designers who go on to start their own businesses. You learn on the job, within the industry and it’s real. Some pick up technical skills quickly, others need more time from staff and management. But once they’re trained, they’re worth every second. 00/00/2012

36. Employer case study: Sam Sam, Jelson Homes Bricklayer Apprenticeships bring young people into our industry, many of them with huge potential. If they work hard enough, like Sam did on his Apprenticeship, we can build on their training so they become a vital part of our company. They get a future in construction and we get quality employees. That’s worth its weight in gold. 00/00/2012

37. Employer case study: Nisar Nisar, Incommunities Group Ltd Electrician Apprenticeships are part of the DNA of Incommunities; we’ve been ranked as one of the Top 100 apprentice employers. We challenge our apprentices to learn as they go, and split their development between the classroom and the field. It’s good for both parties: they get skills that help them in their careers; we get talented people who benefit our business. 00/00/2012

38. 38 | Presentation title – 00/00/2012 Reality Check National Apprenticeship Service Apprentices are employed full time (at least 30 hours per week) and will have a contract of employment that covers at least the duration of the Apprenticeship. Not all Apprenticeships automatically guarantee a sustained job with the employer The training can take place at a training centre or college on day or block release basis or may be completed fully in the workplace – this could involve travel The Apprentice will earn a salary, the minimum wage is currently £2.60 per hour, although many employers will pay more than this, consideration needs to be given to cost of travel etc

39. 39 | Presentation title What are the steps to become an Apprentice? Search and apply for Apprenticeship vacancies at www.apprenticeships.gov.uk www.apprenticeships.gov.uk Site hosts the Apprenticeship vacancies (Av) system 20000 live vacancies across England at any time Real jobs with paid wage and contract of employment Training provider or College identified to deliver training aspect Apprenticeships tv channel http://apprentice.tv/ for further details on how to apply for an Apprenticeship vacancyhttp://apprentice.tv/ Easy steps to register, search and apply 00/00/2013

40. 40 | Presentation title00/00/2013 Apprenticeship Vacancies (Av)

41. 41 | Presentation title How to use Apprenticeship vacancies (Av) Go to www.apprenticeships.org.ukwww.apprenticeships.org.uk Complete registration and complete profile Search for current vacancies Save favourite search Set up SMS/email alerts for when suitable vacancies become available Apply for vacancies online Check “My Home page” regularly to see progress of applications Remember to include a phone number and a sensible email address for employers to contact Check the FAQs section for further information 00/00/2013

42. 42 | Presentation title00/00/2013 ‘My Home’ page

43. 43 | Presentation title00/00/2013 Applying for an Apprenticeship on Av - Top tips Be thorough - Read the advert carefully before you apply. Before you apply, be realistic - Can you travel to the job if it is not local? Do you have the required skills or experience? Qualifications - Make sure you list all of your qualifications, including your predicted grades if you are awaiting results. Work experience - Make sure you list any work experience whether this has been paid or voluntary work. Your application - Use your application as your own personal advert. Ensure it relates to the job you are applying for.

44. 44 | Presentation title00/00/2013 More top tips…………….. Be formal - Always remember your application is part of the formal recruitment process. It will be viewed by your potential employer. Stand out from the crowd - When asked to answer additional questions make sure you explain your response and give an example if you can – don’t copy the examples given. Spell check - Always read through and check your application before sending. There are spell checkers available on the site, so don’t forget to use them. Make sure it has been sent - Check that your application has been sent and appears in the ‘sent applications’ section of your manage applications ladder.

45. 45 Av Search Mobile App July 2013 Where can I download the App? National Apprenticeship Service Find it by typing in Av Search on either Apple App Store or Google Play. If you have a QR code reader on your phone scan the code below to be taken to the relevant store.

46. 46 | Presentation title Young person is interested in Apprenticeships. Where can they find out more? Go to www.apprenticeships.org.ukwww.apprenticeships.org.uk FAQ for YP, Parents/Carers Details on all 250+ Apprenticeships Real life stories videos http://apprentice.tv/ Apply for Apprenticeship Jobs Or visit www.nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.ukwww.nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk or call 0800 100 900 00/00/2013

47. 47 | Presentation title Traineeships – Just launched! A new programme designed to prepare people aged 16-24 for work including Apprenticeships There are 4 elements to a Traineeship High Quality Work Experience Placement Work preparation Training eg. CV writing, interview prep, interpersonal skills English and Maths for young people who have not achieved a GCSE Grade C Other vocational /industry specific content and qualifications

48. 48 | Presentation title Traineeships – Just launched! Traineeships are designed for young people that after help on the programme can secure an Apprenticeship or work Traineeship are developed with employers and will last between 6 weeks to 6 months with its contents tailored to the needs of the employer and young person Young people can search and apply via Av

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