1. The ever changing landscape Thursday 21 st November Anna Morrison Manager of the Beds & Herts Provider Network

2.  Introductions & welcome  What is still the same / new / coming?  Frameworks  Hertfordshire & National data  What does a great Apprentice look like?  Challenges  Hear from an Apprentice  Question & Answers

3. WorkLearn A real job, with a real employer Paid a salary Contract of employment, holiday, sick etc. Qualifications Support from a training provider Progression opportunities

4.  NMW for Apprentices now £2.68 per hour  Apprenticeship Agreement included within the contract of employment  Apprenticeship Vacancies links to Universal Job Match (JCP system)  AGE grant for employers extended to Dec 31 st 2014  24+ Loans (level 3 and above)  Traineeships

5.  Employers at the heart of the system  New 1 page frameworks  Majority end-point independent assessment of competency  Grading (pass/merit/distinction)  Minimum duration of 12 months for all  English & Maths ‘stepped-up’  8 x Trailblazers  National Apprenticeship Council established  Fully implemented by 2016/2017

6.  New resources to help employers & learners How to make a flying start How to apply for an Apprenticeship

9. Hertfordshire-14.9%10.4%11.6% National-11.6%3.1%1.1% 16171816-1819-2324+ Comparing data from 11/12 to 12/13 - not yet finalised for the year All ages overall 11/12 to 12/13 Hertfordshire4.1% Regional0.8% National-1.5%

10. Framework2011-12Framework2012-13 Hairdressing254Hairdressing225 Customer Service206Business Admin142 IT & Telecoms183Children’s Care L&D126 Business Admin139Vehicle Maintenance91 Children’s Care L&D132IT & Telecoms85 Accountancy100Customer Service69 Hospitality & Catering90Hospitality & Catering68 Vehicle Maintenance77Active Leisure62 Construction Skills68Health & Social Care60 Active Leisure65Construction Skills58

12. Some of the challenges facing us:  Registrations on Apprenticeship Vacancies  Quality of applications submitted  Attendance at interview  Presentation / ability demonstrated at interview  Information for key influencers about the range of jobs available  Fee charging organisations

13.  Supporting learners to access work experience  Support with recruitment process  Preparation of the application form  Interview techniques  Travel training  Personal presentation  Work Ethic  Managing expectations  Competition for jobs  Salary/earnings and working hours  Duration of Apprenticeship and commitment required