Back the future by investing in a local apprentice with Rochdale Training, the home of apprenticeships

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Rochdale Training is appealing to local employers to join its Apprentice Pledge campaign and recruit an apprentice in 2024. We have fantastic candidates who are keen to meet employers like you. Can an apprentice help your business to grow in 2024? With a focus on practical, on-the-job training, apprenticeships can help your business stay competitive and drive growth.

Key employer benefits include:

• Free recruitment service (all year round)
• Access up to 100% government funding for training
• £1,000 cash grants available*
• Develop a loyal and motivated workforce, with higher staff retention rates
• Build a stronger, more competitive business with a skilled and versatile team
• Access the workforce training funding – up to £30,000**
• Free membership – access to discounts and free courses

Jill Nagy, chief executive at Rochdale Training said: “We are proud of the employers who design, supply, engineer, build and manufacture in Greater Manchester. We want to support business growth with apprentices who are eager to learn. Over the coming months, hundreds of young sons and daughters will be looking for their first steps on the career ladder. In 2023, employers recruited over 300 new apprentices with us. I hope we can future-proof your business with an apprentice in 2024.”

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
• 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
• Help with staff retention
• Fill the gaps created by an aging workforce

Nathan Finn, recruitment lead, and employer skills advisor said: “Now is the right time if you’re looking to take on an apprentice. This year we have a large number of high calibre candidates looking to start their dream career with local companies. Take advantage of our free recruitment service and meet with candidates who have already been pre-screened and are ready for immediate interview. We cover a large number of sectors and could help you to grow your own local talent with the use of apprenticeship funding.”

Sectors include;

• Business Administration
• Customer Service
• Engineering Industries
• Teaching Assistant
• Childcare
• H&SC
• Team Leading
• Management
• Recruitment
• HR
• Many more - www.rochdaletraining.co.uk/apprenticeships-we-deliver

All apprenticeship qualifications can also be accessed for staff members who are already employed and looking to complete the qualification in their current job role.

Join the campaign by contacting us on 07841 921 848 or nfinn@rochdaletraining.co.uk