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Ben Lee, chief information officer, Sundown Solutions
At Sundown, we don’t tend to look just at apprenticeships. It’s more about the whole life cycle of our employees. Right the way through the path to director, we have programmes in place.
There’s a lot of work going on to reduce that disparity, but I feel parents are still looking at A Levels and a degree as the more traditional route.
We’ve started seeing more employees taking on apprenticeships as additional training. That does also help with retention.
One of our main competitors has actually taken it to the next step with their
apprenticeship programme, they’ve become Ofsted approved themselves.
They’ve said, ‘we can define the programmes ourselves; we can make sure and we can deliver it internally’. The numbers are staggering, it’s something like 300 apprentices they’ve managed to produce in the last 10 years.
Sarah Hall, director for business at Blackpool and The Fylde College
Early Connect has the potential to revolutionise the way students perceive apprenticeships by introducing them to the concept at an earlier stage in their education.
This exposure also enhances their understanding of the apprenticeship opportunities available, enabling them to make more informed decisions
CONNECTING TALENT TO INDUSTRY
The University of Central Lancashire has a long-established reputation for leading the way in modern learning. By uniting with Training 2000 we are now the number one choice for apprenticeships.
Together, we now provide a single point of contact for workplace and professional development, ranging from Level 2 through to Level 7.
And now, with the launch of our Apprentice Matching Service (AMS), we can help you employ the best future talent.
The free service, for employers looking to take on a degree-level apprentice, includes the opportunity for organisations to pre-interview candidates, enabling you to ensure that the candidate you recruit meets your ideal profile and matches your corporate values.
The service also gives you access to invaluable employability advice, skills and tailored training for the working environment.
We asked Martin Blunt, head of the Enterprise Engagement Unit, to summarise the service:
With over 1,000 applications received since Martin Blunt
the start of 2023, a wealth of opportunity awaits you in discovering the perfect candidate.
“Reap the benefits of finding a highly skilled individual who can deliver growth, fresh ideas and innovation for your organisation.
“In a year, our service has achieved remarkable success in forging valuable connections between businesses and future apprentices, placing them in exclusive roles that will fast-track their career. Gain a valuable long-term asset by investing in an apprentice today.”
uclan.ac.uk/business How your business benefits
Martin believes the free benefits on offer are helping local businesses maximise their opportunities in workforce development.
Martin said: “We have a unique portfolio and an increased number of campus locations across Lancashire.”
• Helping you to employ the best future talent
• Free specialist service saving you time and money
• Expert support and guidance
• Future-proofing your business with up-to date tailored knowledge
• Support to boost your employees’ performance through industry expertise
• Helping your organisation to be at the forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Contact the business development team on 01772 895500 or at
business@uclan.ac.uk for more information on our Apprenticeship Matching Service and how you can employ the best future talent.
about their career paths. This proactive approach empowers students to align their vocational training with academic studies, addressing skills gaps in various industries.
By identifying and nurturing talent early on, the programme ensures that the skills of future apprentices align with the evolving needs of employers.
Well-designed early connect initiatives foster collaboration with industries, resulting in tailored apprenticeship programmes that meet specific industry demands.
This engagement not only benefits the students by providing them with relevant skills but also contributes to greater diversity and inclusion in fields that have traditionally been under-represented.
Ben Lee
Sarah Hall
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