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What are the benefits of hiring an apprentice?

Apprenticeships are an exciting option for both apprentice and employer.

You can employ apprentices at different levels, from school leavers and university graduates, to people who want to further their careers or change career direction completely.

You can hire someone new or upskill an existing employee.

As an employer, you can get funding from the government to help pay for apprenticeship training.

The benefits for your business

Hiring an apprentice is a productive and effective way to grow talent and develop a motivated, skilled and qualified workforce.

  • 86% of employers said apprenticeships helped them develop skills relevant to their organisation
  • 78% of employers said apprenticeships helped them improve productivity
  • 74% of employers said apprenticeships helped them improve the quality of their product or service

Other benefits of working with apprentices include:

  • you can adapt their training according to the needs of your business
  • they’re motivated to learn new skills
  • you can expand and upskill your workforce

Diversity and inclusion in your workplace

Another significant benefit is the potential for a more diverse workforce. Hiring apprentices allows you to offer opportunities to those from underrepresented groups, promoting inclusivity and bringing a variety of perspectives to your team. Discover how ADCN actively supports and promotes diversity in apprenticeships.

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