National Apprenticeship Wage Increase – 1st April 2020
The minimum wage for apprentices is being raised by 6.4% Starting on the 1st April, the national living wage, national minimum wage and national apprentice wage are being raised. After the
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Apprenticeship Legends – Week 2
An apprenticeship is a program that combines hands-on working with learning and training, all while in full-time employment. Learning while on the job helps an apprentice understand and master their
Apprenticeship Legends – Week 1
The seven celebrities listed in this article all started as apprentices, and used the skills and expertise they developed to gain success, prominence and prestige.
From Directionless to a Long-Term Career- Marshall’s Time at Green Labyrinth
Marshall was a Study Programme student at Green Labyrinth
and recently visited to tell us about his time here. Before Green Labyrinth, Marshall hadn’t had the best
experience in education; he had been
Apprenticeship Incentives for Businesses
Are you considering an apprentice in your business? Did you think you couldn't afford to provide comprehensive and professional staff training? Did you know that there are incentives available for businesses?
What goes into an apprenticeship application?
A CV and cover letter will tell potential employers important facts about you. They’re your opportunity to show them that you have the skills and experience that make you suitable for the apprenticeship you’re applying for.
Apprentice of the Month – February
Matthew Johnson of Medvivo was awarded our first Green Labyrinth Apprentice of the Month Award in recognition of his hard work and success during his Level 3 IT apprenticeship. Our team went to his offices to present his certificate and prize. Discover his apprenticeship story.
SMEs & Apprenticeships: Recruiting a Balanced Approach
You only have to look at the statistics to realise that whilst our region has some heavy hitters in terms of large multi-national businesses, it’s the SME community which acts as the driving force in the engine room of Swindon and Wiltshire’s economic machinery.
Business Essentials You Need!
Every business in today’s society needs Digital Marketing and IT support within their teams. But why is this?
Technology plays a big part in how a business functions, whether it be internet management and computer maintenance, or creating a website and using social media to get your brand online. There’s no way around it, technology is part of how we must work to enable businesses to thrive.
The Apprenticeship Levy
Apprenticeships are a great way to unlock and develop talent in any organisation. The apprenticeship levy has changed the way employers access, and training providers deliver apprenticeships. We realise this may all be new to you, and you may have a lot of questions… feel free to contact us and we would be delighted to help. Alternatively below is a list of frequently asked questions that may help.