Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department Celebrate our Apprenticeship success in National Apprenticeship Week 14 th to 18 th March 2016

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department What is an Apprenticeship?  An Apprenticeship is a way for young people and adult learners to earn while they learn in a real job, gaining a real qualification and a real future  Apprenticeships can last from 12 months to 4 years  They are linked to job roles or occupations – so we make sure that every Apprenticeship is relevant and appropriate both for the Apprentice and the business.

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department We are living in ever faster changing times We offer Apprenticeship training in the following frameworks:

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department  Business Administration L2 & L3  Business Professional & Administration L4  Community Art Administration L2 & L3  IT Application Specialist L2 & L3  Children & Young People’s Workforce L2  Children & Young People’s Workforce (EYE) L3  Customer Service Level 2 & 3  Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools Level 2  Specialist Support Teaching & Learning in Schools Level 3  Pharmacy Service Skills Level 2 & 3  Construction Skills Level 2  Plastering Level 2  Community Arts Level 3  Horticulture (Lantra) Level 2  Food & Beverage Service Level 2

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department Employers and potential apprentices can find more information on the Get into work pages of our websiteGet into work

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department Learner Story Chelsey Goodall “I started my apprenticeship in November 2014, I appliedonline for a Customer Service Apprenticeship with PetersShoes in Chesterfield. Initially I had a trial at Peters Shoesand then started my Apprenticeship with them in November2014 and have been taught how to repair shoes, deal withcustomers, cash handling and the basics of good customerservice.” “I started my apprenticeship in November 2014, I applied online for a Customer Service Apprenticeship with Peters Shoes in Chesterfield. Initially I had a trial at Peters Shoes and then started my Apprenticeship with them in November 2014 and have been taught how to repair shoes, deal with customers, cash handling and the basics of good customer service.” I joined a maths class where I achieved a Level 2Functional Skills qualification in a very short time. I alsostarted English classes and have already passedFunctional Skills Level 1 and I am currently about to sitLevel 2. I joined a maths class where I achieved a Level 2 Functional Skills qualification in a very short time. I also started English classes and have already passed Functional Skills Level 1 and I am currently about to sit Level 2. “The whole experience was not as I initially expected, ithas been one of the most rewarding things I haveundertaken.” “The whole experience was not as I initially expected, it has been one of the most rewarding things I have undertaken.”

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department Employer Testimonial Andy Ingham stated that the Apprenticeship schemeallowed Chelsey to develop into her role from being quiteshy and lacking confidence initially, but she now receivesmany compliments from customers on her retailingexpertise, her manner and product knowledge. Andy Ingham stated that the Apprenticeship scheme allowed Chelsey to develop into her role from being quite shy and lacking confidence initially, but she now receives many compliments from customers on her retailing expertise, her manner and product knowledge. Chelsey has now been offered full-time permanentemployment by Peter’s Shoes and, with our help, Andy isnow in the process of looking for another Apprentice. Chelsey has now been offered full-time permanent employment by Peter’s Shoes and, with our help, Andy is now in the process of looking for another Apprentice. “Chelsey supports me with customer care, is methodical withgreat qualities.as become a very responsible memberof my team and she’s valued by every one of us.” “Chelsey supports me with customer care, is methodical with great qualities. She has become a very responsible member of my team and she’s valued by every one of us.”

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department Learner Story Robyn Canner After successfully completing her A’ Levels, Robyn decided an apprenticeships was a preferred next step as she could be paid to work and train at the same time. Robyn was accepted for an apprenticeship with Franke Sissons in August 2013 as a Purchasing Apprentice working in Supply Chain & Procurement. Robyn said “My assessor helped and encouraged me to produce the best work I possibly could and was always approachable and honest with me”.

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department Learners Story Robyn Canner Robyn was nominated for the Derbyshire Times Apprentice of the Year Award and achieved a highly commended apprentice award. Robyn is continuing with her studies and has just started a 2 year training programme in ACIPS (Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply) and continues with Franke Sissons’ internal training where she will spend time in other departments to provide her with an overview of the whole company. “Robyn was pivotal in sourcing and co-ordinated the materials required for a newly-commissioned sculpture near to Chesterfield Coach Station which has recently been unveiled by the Mayor.” said Frank Sissons

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department Elements of the Apprenticeship  Vocational  Technical  ERR – Employer Rights and Responsibilities  PLTS – Personal Learning and Thinking Skills  Functional Skills - L1 or L2 (some may require GCSE A-C)  Maths  English  And ICT for Business & Administration only

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department Additional Requirements What’s involved?  Regular meetings between the placement assessor and candidate line-mangers (average of every 5 weeks)  Additional off the job mentoring/coaching (24 hours for level 2 : 36 hours for level 3)  Study time average of 3 hours per week Additional off the job training may include:  Mentoring  Coaching  Distance learning – e-portfolio  Learning with peers/ network or collaborative learning  Learning and Development (training with DCC)

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department Why use Derbyshire County Council?  We have an excellent reputation for consistently high standards in education and training  We will work closely with an employer to ensure that the Apprenticeship offered is the most appropriate for the individual’s job role, whilst reflecting individual employer and learner needs  Our centres are within local communities and provide easy access in a friendly, welcoming environment Chelsey said, “I have thoroughly enjoyed my apprenticeship and feel I am making a positive contribution”

Derbyshire County Council Children and Younger Adults Department CONTACTS  For further information on our apprenticeship programmes and services to people looking to Get into Work, please contact our Workplace Learning team or Telephone:  Louissa Adams – Learning & Skills Manager, Employability and Workplace or Telephone: