Apprenticeships - for employers

Get £1500 when you recruit an apprentice

Apprentices are a great way to increase your workforce in a cost effective way.

And with the introduction of a £1500 grant, there's never been a better time to recruit.

The new grant has been launched by the National Apprenticeship Service to help small and medium sized businesses cover some of the cost of increasing their workforces.

To take advantage of this offer you must:

• Have less than 250 employees
• Have not recruited an apprentice within the last 3 years
• Recruit an apprentice aged between 16-24
• Commit to employ the apprentice for at least the time it takes to complete the apprenticeship training - usually a minimum of 12 months

Contact us for more information:

Call 0191 490 4636 or email apprenticeships@gateshead.ac.uk and we'll get back to you.

An apprenticeship can help your business or organisation in many ways. You can employ a new, young and enthusiastic member of staff. Or you can select an existing member of staff and put them through the relevant programme.

In either case, they will help you to be more productive, more competitive and able to innovate. They will help you build a loyal and committed workforce.

Each apprentice will receive a structured training programme and recognised qualifications that are relevant to your business needs.

Typical apprenticeships include:

• Multi-skilled automotive technicians
• Manufacturing technicians
• Welding technicians
• Automotive
• Electrical
• Health & social care
• Creative industries
• Public administration

Apprentices benefit from the College's world-class facilities and dedicated staff. We have invested £60 million in four new campuses, featuring all the required industry standard equipment.

Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Click here to find out more about apprenticeships at Gateshead College.