Can I continue my apprenticeship to another employer?
Because an apprenticeship involves you, your employer and your training provider, change can be complicated. You can change jobs and still continue on the same apprenticeship course – you won’t have to start your studies all over again. Your training provider will have to agree that the new employer is suitable.
How many hours can an apprentice legally work?
Apprentices should work for a minimum of 30 hours a week, and a maximum of 40. Time spent off the job at a college or in training is included. Part-time apprenticeships can be agreed by your employer, at a minimum of 16 hours per week. For example where apprentices have caring responsibilities.
Can an apprentice work by themselves?
Is it legal for an apprentice to work alone? It is legal for an apprentice to work alone if it is safe to do so. Therefore, they hold a primary responsibility for the health and safety of the apprentice and are required to carry out risk assessments and manage any potential threats.
When does an apprentice become an employee in the UK?
An apprentice is also an employee whether under a traditional contract of apprenticeship or a Statutory Apprenticeship Agreement. Both are contracts of employment under section 230 (2) ERA 1996 and therefore an apprentice who enters into such a contract will be an employee under ERA 1996, s 230 (1).
What happens to the time I had left on my Apprenticeship?
What happens to the time I had left on my apprenticeship before I took time off? Any period of apprenticeship stands suspended while an apprentice is on Maternity, Adoptive or Parental leave in accordance with the Maternity Protection Acts, the Adoptive Leave Acts and the Parental Leave Acts.
How can I get an apprenticeship for my business?
There are several steps to taking on an apprentice. Choose an apprenticeship for your business or organisation. Find an organisation that offers training for the apprenticeship you’ve chosen. Check what funding is available for training and other costs to your organisation.
Is the Apprenticeship Act 2003 a contract of employment?
A contract of apprenticeship is not regarded as contract of employment for the purposes of this the Protection of Employees (Fixed-term) Work Act 2003. This means that apprentices do not have any claims under this legislation.
What do you need to know about employing an apprentice?
Welcome to Employing an Apprentice, the comprehensive information hub to help apprentices and support employers. Our aim is to help employers and jobseekers navigating the world of technical education.
There are several steps to taking on an apprentice. Choose an apprenticeship for your business or organisation. Find an organisation that offers training for the apprenticeship you’ve chosen. Check what funding is available for training and other costs to your organisation.
How much does an apprenticeship save an employer?
This means that employers who have an apprentice aged 21 to 24 paid at the National Minimum Wage would save around £1,500 in National Insurance contributions over the course of a 12-month apprenticeship. If the apprentice is paid the Real Living Wage, this saving increases to over £2,000 per year.
How long do apprenticeships last in the UK?
The apprentice will be employed by the agency but will work in your organisation. Apprenticeships must last for at least a year. They can last up to 5 years depending on the level the apprentice is studying. Fill in the enquiry form or contact the National Apprenticeship Service for more information.