The talent shortage in UK trade sectors is getting worse. While job demand surges across construction, the apprenticeship system that should be feeding these trades is failing to deliver, according to new data. The ‘Apprenticeship Gap [read more…]
The looming changes to the UK Apprenticeship Levy are causing ripples across industries. For the construction sector, which often relies on Level 7 apprenticeships to address leadership skills gaps and attract younger talent, these changes [read more…]
The government’s forthcoming apprenticeship reforms will deter many construction firms from upskilling their workforce via higher and degree apprenticeships, according to 69% of the nation’s universities. Research by the University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC) of its university [read more…]
As the UK’s leading manufacturer of timber-based panel products, West Fraser is pleased to announce that the company’s continued investment in apprenticeships, as well as wider staff development training, has seen one recruit successfully complete his modern apprenticeship; achieving the technically [read more…]
A leading Welsh developer has launched its new pilot programme where apprentices teach the next generation of housebuilders. Apprentices at Persimmon Homes’ Training Academy in Llanilid, which is run in conjunction with Bridgend College, took [read more…]
Underlining the importance of apprenticeships, which are this week being highlighted with National Apprenticeship Week, a Newcastle-based teenager who previously struggled at school and found the classroom environment overwhelming, has found her calling within the [read more…]
M&J Evans, one of the UK’s largest groundworks contractors, has launched the construction industry’s first bespoke groundworks apprentice programme, in partnership with the National House Building Council (NHBC). The programme was launched at the National [read more…]
A growing number of construction companies are turning to apprenticeships to fill skills gaps and prepare the industry for a more sustainable future. According to research, more than 250,000 additional workers will be required to meet UK [read more…]
Hiring apprentices can save your business money while helping you upskill your workforce and retain staff. However, data shows a lack of support from employers is the most common reason for apprentices to drop out. [read more…]
To coincide with National Apprenticeship Week, which starts today (Monday 5th February), BMI is beginning its search for the roofing Apprentice of the Year 2024. The competition – now in its seventh year – aims [read more…]
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