To design an advertising campaign that resonates, employers must first develop a deep and nuanced understanding of their target audience. For most apprenticeships, this means engaging with Generation Z (typically defined as individuals born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s). …
A successful apprenticeship programme is built on a solid understanding of the available funding and regulatory environment. For the 2025-26 period, the UK government has introduced significant changes designed to create a more flexible, responsive, and employer-led system. Mastering these …
Social media is Gen Z’s digital habitat; it’s where they live, connect and even learn. The chances are they’ve probably learned a lot about apprenticeships through platforms like TikTok, too – and your business could be the one to educate …
‘Software development apprenticeships’ and ‘jobs in cloud computing’ are just some of the tech-related keywords dominating searches on Google and LinkedIn Jobs in 2025. Roles requiring digital skills are more in demand than ever, and there are plenty of takers. …
Let’s face it, apprenticeship recruitment can be time-consuming and, honestly, slightly boring for candidates and employers alike. Sifting through a mountain of barely relevant applicants makes a huge dent in your team’s productivity. Plus, it hinders your chances of finding …
Your business probably has a dedicated marketing team responsible for getting your message out there. Likewise, you probably also have a dedicated HR/recruitment department working tirelessly to seek the best candidates for each vacancy. But have the two camps ever …
Teachers and careers advisors are on hand to support school students with all their job-related questions. Outside the school gates, parents and caregivers are the ones who have significant influence over their children’s decisions, particularly the choice between apprenticeships and …
Getting a hundred unsuitable applicants for your company’s vacancies is almost as challenging as getting none at all. Investing in apprenticeships means funding the future prosperity of your business, but you can only get the best return on this investment …
Once you’ve curated an apprenticeship programme and posted the first vacancy, the hard work is only just beginning for employers and HR teams. From attracting the right candidates to navigating the complexities of the application process, employers must be prepared …
Shifts in societal expectations, government initiatives and charity support have propelled improvements in pay parity and hiring biases. Yet, for many businesses and industries, the number of female faces in the workforce is still sparse. Are age-old stereotypes still getting …
If you are reading this, you may be in the initial phases of looking for a training provider to support your vision to introduce apprentices to your organisation. If that’s not you, you may already have apprentices but you are …
Apprenticeships have evolved to become a key strategic talent acquisition route for modern UK businesses. Not only are they great value for money, but apprenticeships also provide a unique opportunity to develop future leaders with skills that align directly with …
Better staff retention, a vibrant development culture, financial gains… it sounds like a dream come true for every modern business. These are just some benefits of investing in a new generation of talent via apprenticeship schemes. Apprenticeships help you reach …
You’ll hear many success stories from fellow businesses that have opened their doors to apprenticeships. These programmes can be life-changing for learners across the country and for your business, too, as apprenticeships help you nurture a motivated and skilled workforce. …
Understanding the Apprenticeship Levy. If you spend any time in the world of apprenticeships – be that as a student looking for jobs, an employee looking to upskill, or an employer looking to improve your training, you’ve no doubt come …
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