Yes, however you must give us the details no later than 1st May as the candidate has to sit the aptitude test.

Yes, an Apprenticeship will undertake an NVQ appropriate to the trade sector in which he/she will be working. here are a number of units within this NVQ and you will be able to choose those most appropriate to your business. We will also ask you to provide a job description for your ideal candidate. We can advise you on any additional training that may be required to meet your specification

All training, assessment, registration and examination fees associated with the NVQ are paid for by the LSC. As the Employer you will pay the Apprentice at least £80 (may increase to £95 from September 2009) during initial training along with any travelling expenses. The only other cost to you would be if you required additional training that falls outside of the NVQ framework. These costs would be negotiated and agreed prior to the start of the training.

The duration of Apprenticeships for most trades is 3 years. However those of Technical and Instrumentation are 4 years

We can help you formulate a recruitment advert and help you interview possible candidates.

Apprentices will receive training in skills common to all trades before starting their trade specific training. Key skills and a technical certificate appropriate to their chosen skill area is also undertaken. The technical certificate is generally taken at a local FE college on day or block release.

You will be kept informed about his/her progress through the 8 week reviews. In addition you may contact us at anytime for a progress report.