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Shape your workforce, invest in your future

Dec 6th 2024
Shape your workforce, invest in your future

At North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College (NWSLC), we are committed to helping businesses like yours unlock the potential of apprenticeships. Whether you’re looking to recruit fresh talent or upskill your existing workforce, apprenticeships offer a cost-effective and dynamic solution tailored to your unique business needs.

Apprenticeships allow businesses to cultivate a skilled and loyal workforce while addressing critical skills gaps. By blending on-the-job training with formal education, apprentices develop the expertise required to excel in their roles.

Key benefits for employers

  • Shape apprentices to align with your business goals, culture, and practices from day one.
  • Opportunities to take advantage of the Apprenticeship Levy and Education and Skills Funding Agency support to reduce costs.
  • Apprenticeships provide a pipeline of skilled employees, reducing recruitment costs and improving retention

Apprenticeships span a wide range of industries, from marketing to engineering, and even extend to areas you might not expect, like human resources.

Our Level 5 Human Resources Apprenticeship is tailored for both aspiring professionals and current employees seeking to enhance their skills. This programme focuses on developing strategic expertise in workforce planning, employee relations, and talent development, enabling businesses to nurture internal talent and build stronger human resources capabilities.

Why partner with NWSLC?

With cutting-edge facilities, expert trainers, and a curriculum shaped by industry demands, we ensure our apprentices are job-ready from day one.

  • Innovative approach: From robotics to green skills, we integrate emerging technologies and sustainable practices into our programmes, helping businesses future-proof their workforce.
  • Talent pool access: We maintain a robust network of pre-screened candidates eager to start their apprenticeship journey. By collaborating with us, you gain immediate access to this talent pool.
  • Proven success: With 96% of our apprentices moving into full-time roles or further training, our programmes consistently deliver results for both learners and employers.

How to get started

  1. Identify your needs: Assess your business’s skills gaps and consider how an apprentice can fill those roles.
  2. Explore our programmes: From journalism to construction, our wide range of apprenticeships caters to diverse industry needs.
  3. Talk to our specialists: Our Employer Engagement team will help you navigate funding options and develop a tailored apprenticeship strategy.
  4. Recruit your apprentice: We’ll support you in advertising the role, screening candidates, and matching you with the right talent.
  5. Provide support: Equip your apprentice with the mentorship and resources they need to thrive.

By partnering with NWSLC, you’re not just investing in an apprentice—you’re investing in the future of your business. Contact our Employer Engagement team today to start your journey Together, we can create a workforce that drives your success [email protected]

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