What is the role of my employer?
Learning through Work is designed to benefit individuals and employers. In some cases employers pay for, or contribute towards, the cost of Learning through Work. This often occurs where a specific programme has been developed by the employer for its staff, or the employer recognises the value a Learning through Work qualification will add to its business. Employers may also support their staff in other ways, such as allowing employees study time, access to study materials, and access to computers and the Internet. Work-based projects allow the individual and the employer to identify new opportunities within the business so employees can start putting into practice the new skills developed almost immediately. In some cases employers design specific programmes with a tutor that identify, and address, the skill gaps relevant to them.
The role of the Apprentices Employer… Employers agree with our placement staff, before the training commences, as to which aspects of an NVQ, (National Vocational Qualification) can be covered during the apprentice’s normal working week. NVQs have been designed to accredit skills and knowledge, which directly relate to the working environment. Employers agree the terms and conditions of the apprentices, such as hours of work and day release for qualification training. Employers nominate a person within the workplace who will take overall responsibility for the welfare and the training of the apprentice. This will involve regular review sessions with the apprentice to guide, monitor and record apprentice progress. Employers ensure that apprentices complete an induction period when they start their training. This induction period can vary but essential and basic information will be given, eg company rules and regulations, health and safety requirements, domestic arrangements. Employers
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