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Apprenticeships Levy
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Employing an apprentice in wales
We are a key apprenticeship provider in Wales and we work with multiple industry sectors throughout the region and beyond.
The number of employers choosing apprenticeships for new and existing employees is rising and more businesses are realising the benefits of supporting skills development through apprenticeship programmes.
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Everything you need to know
Apprentices gain valuable on the job skills, whilst studying towards a nationally recognised qualification equivalent to 5 GCSEs.
Apprentices gain valuable on the job skills, whilst studying towards a nationally recognised qualification equivalent to 2 A Levels.
On a Higher Apprenticeship individuals work towards a qualification equivalent to a HND / HNC, foundation or honours degree. Higher Apprenticeships are available across a range of sectors from Aerospace to Accountancy to Construction.
Talk to our team today
Talk to our friendly team today to learn more about apprenticeships 0300 30 30 006, or click the button opposite to email the Apprenticeship Team.
Employing an apprentice in England
We are an approved provider in England for Levy Paying Businesses. The number of employers choosing apprenticeships for new and existing employees is rising and more businesses are realising the benefits of supporting skills development through apprenticeship programmes.
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The apprenticeship structure
Level 1
Jobs Growth Wales+
Academic Equivalent
Vocational Learning
Employment Level
Pre-Apprenticeship
Level 2
Foundation Apprenticeships
Academic Equivalent
5 GCSE's (Grade A-C)
Employment Level
Part Qualified Technician
Level 3
Apprenticeships
Academic Equivalent
3 A-Levels
Employment Level
Qualified Technician / Team Leader
Level 4/5
Higher Apprenticeship
Academic Equivalent
Foundation Degree (HNC / HND)
Employment Level
Manager
Level 5/6
Higher/Degree Apprenticeships
Academic Equivalent
Bachelor's Degree / Masters Degree
Employment Level
Senior Management / Partner / Director Level
Frequently asked questions
WALES
You must be: Aged 16 or over. Employed a minimum of 16 hours. Work 51% of the time in Wales for the duration of your apprenticeship. Not in full-time education.
The duration on an apprenticeship depends on the qualification type and level. An apprenticeship can take between 1 and 4 years to complete.
The Apprenticeship Programme is fully funded by the Welsh Government.
You will be paid in line with national pay guidelines – Please visit this link for further information on National Minimum Wage guidance.
The delivery is dependant on the industry that the apprenticeship is in. Some programmes are delivered solely in the workplace, others require attendance at one of our college sites.
Yes – Apprenticeships are open to existing employees and new recruits.
Eligibility Applies.
Employers advertise Apprenticeship opportunities on their own channels and/or via the Careers Wales Apprenticeship Matching Service.
ENGLAND
Aged 16 or over Employed a minimum of 30 hours per week Work 50% of the time in England for the duration of your Apprenticeship Not in full-time education
The duration on an Apprenticeship depends on the qualification type and level. An Apprenticeship can take between 1 and 4 years to complete
Apprenticeships can be funded by employers levy payments, co-invetsment funded between employers and the ESFA or fully funded by the ESFA (criteria dependant).
You will be paid in line with national pay guidelines – Please visit this link for further information on National Minimum Wage guidance.
A minimum of 20% of the learning must be ‘off the job’ this will be agreed with your employer at induction.
Yes – Apprenticeships are open to existing employees and new recruits
Eligibility Applies.
Employers advertise Apprenticeship opportunities on their own channels and/or via the the Find An Apprenticeship service
Levy Paying employers in wales
Cambria for Business is perfectly positioned to help you prepare and to understand how the new Apprenticeship Levy will affect training funding for new or existing staff. We also provide a FREE apprenticeship recruitment service for all levy and non-levy paying employers in Wales.
Levy contributions are collected by HMRC as a percentage of your total payroll bill. The levy only applies to payrolls over £3 million. How you get this back for apprenticeship training is based on where you work. Non-levy payers can also access the same funding for apprenticeship training. Please contact employers@cambria.ac.uk for more details.
Who's eligible for funding in wales?
16-24 year olds accessing apprenticeships, at any level.
It also doesn’t matter how long the learner has been in their role.
Learners aged 25+ accessing apprenticeships at all levels. There is a restriction on the number of learners who undertake a Level 2-only Apprenticeship in Business Administration, Customer Services & Team Leading. Must commence apprenticeship within 12 months of starting their role.
Want to know more? Contact our team
Develop your workforce with fully funded Apprenticeship programmes.
Do you wish to upskill your existing workforce? Did you know you can benefit from recent changes in Welsh Government funding? As part of the Welsh Government’s spirit to create a ‘Prosperous and Secure’ Wales, employees of any age and length of service can now benefit from the fully funded Apprenticeship programme.
If you want to expand your business, develop a skilled workforce, and reduce training and recruitment costs, there’s no better time than today.
Contact the Cambria for Business team for further information on 0300 30 30 006.
Apprentice incentive payment for employing disabled people
To help businesses recruit an apprentice who is disabled the Welsh Government are offering incentives until 31 March 2024.
Details of the incentive are as follows:
- Employers who recruit a disabled apprentice on 1st April 2022 or later, will be eligible to receive an employer incentive of £2,000 per learner
- Payments are restricted to 10 disabled learners per business
- Incentives apply to apprenticeships delivered at levels 2 to 5 only and do not apply to degree apprenticeships.
You cannot apply if:
- You are recruiting on a zero hours contract
- You are using a shared apprenticeship model
- A learner is identified as having a disability after they have been recruited.
For more information please contact the Cambria for Business team on 0300 30 30 006 or email employers@cambria.ac.uk.
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Confirm eligibility
Please contact Cambria for Business at employers@cambria.ac.uk or call 0300 30 30 006 for more information or to confirm your eligibility.
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