trAining Apprenticeships scheme extended to 2014


A government-funded scheme that provides cash incentives for employers to take on apprentices has been extended following positive feedback from participants. Te Apprenticeship Grant


for Employers of 16-24 year olds (AGE 16-24) pays some or all training costs and a £1,500 grant to employers who sign up. Open to employers with


fewer than 1000 employees, the scheme was initially only on offer during the 2012/13 financial year, but has now been extended to March 2014. It has also been increased so eligible employers can claim the grant for up to 10 apprentices. Business Secretary Vince Cable said it is a


big decision for small, busy companies to take on an apprentice and the £1,500 grant was a token to acknowledge this. Te National Apprenticeship Service, which


runs the scheme has also announced the min- imum level of support employers can expect


Springboard Welcomes the New Year!


louise routh is marketing and communications director of Springboard UK


Te Apprenticeship Grant pays training costs and offers a £1,500 grant


from the service, outlining a five step pro- cess they will use to match businesses with apprentices. This includes defining employers’


requirements, discussing the right train- ing provider, determining the number of apprentices required, driving recruitment applications and deciding on the right person. Details: http://lei.sr?a=G6l3o


Premier introduces hypopresive training


Premier Training International is bringing a fitness training method, used in Spanish and French speaking countries since 1990, to the UK. The hypopresive method


programme focuses on strengthening the pelvic floor, abdominal and core muscles with exercises that stimulate reflex muscle contractions. Hypopresive instructor and


perinatal fitness expert Kaisa Tuominen will lead courses across four training lev- els, which are scheduled for February, March and May. P r emie r Tra i n in g


International’s research and development director Julian Berriman said: “Not only is it new to the UK market, but in the way the techniques address posture, abdominal tone and appearance, core strength and post preg- nancy muscle function, it has benefits that will translate extremely well to everyday health and fitness. At Premier we are always looking at how we can improve our offering to fitness


© Cybertrek 2013 Te perinatal courses will be structured across four training levels


professionals, and ensure that we are bang up to date with the latest trends and innovations within the health and fitness industry. “Te hypopresive method is a great exam-


ple of exactly that.” Te first course takes place in February at Premier’s London Academy.


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pringboard is making a great start to the New Year with a range of exciting programmes, activities and events taking place through-


out the year. Springboard will be kicking things off at the Hospitality Show! Tis lively and exciting exhibition is being held at the NEC, Birmingham between Monday 21 January and Wednesday 23 January 2013. Springboard will have a strong presence


at the show. We are running the student centre, and will have stands to promote CareerScope to students attending, and to promote Springboard’s business offering to existing and potential business partners. Staff will be on-hand to offer a range of


information and advice to students looking or considering a career within the hospital- ity industry. We will also be talking about the up and coming careers campaigns focus- sing on Hotels, Food Service Management and Restaurants which promote the indus- try and encourage students to consider the range of exciting careers in the various industry sectors. During the show students will also be able


to attend a variety of lively and interactive seminars offering careers advice and how to get into the hospitality, leisure or tour- ism industry. Businesses can look forward to talking


with the team on partnership opportuni- ties. Whether you are a student or a business Springboard welcome you to one of our stands. Tat’s just the start and the focus is on much more. Springboard continues to offer a range


of Into Work programmes through-out the year, engaging with those who need help most, whatever the barriers on the journey to paid employment. We also offer pre-employment training,


work placements, interviews and mentor- ing once individuals are in work. Te year will also see a host of other activ-


ities and events, to promote the Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism sector as a great place to be. Watch this space for more details.


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