Themis Employer Guide

EMPLOYER GUIDE Building your business with a Themis Apprentice

THE INDUSTRY-LEADING WAY THE EVER-EVOLVING WAY THE THEMIS WAY A Message From Neil Burrows, Director of Themis At Themis at Burnley College we’re passionate about Apprenticeships - and we’re passionate about seeing your business succeed.

Whatever your industry sector, whatever the size of your business we are committed to supporting your Apprenticeship needs.

Apprentices bring so much to the workplace, from the very latest skills and knowledge, to enthusiasm and innovation, they’re the perfect solution to help future-proof your business and stand head and shoulders above your competitors.

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Here at Themis, we combine an unrivalled, rigorous recruitment process alongside expert training and support from Tutors with years of experience in their chosen field. Plus, our training suites, workshops and laboratories are second-to-none, with Apprentices training on the equipment used in industry.

We welcome the opportunity to talk to you about how hiring a Themis Apprentice can transform your business.

Neil Burrows Head of Apprenticeships

Talk to us about Themis Apprenticeships today

Neil Burrows Director of Themis

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Future-proof your Business by taking on a Themis Apprentice

We understand that running a business can be demanding but, with our support and guidance, you can focus on future-proofing your business by taking on a Themis Apprentice.

By investing in an award-winning training provider, you will gain an Apprentice following “The Apprenticeship Standard” introduced in 2017 to ensure they understand the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to succeed.

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What can a Themis Apprentice bring to your Business?

We are proud of each and every one of our Themis Apprentices, their individual professional growth and enthusiasm to leam more. Our passionate, hard-working, and friendly team are here to ensure our Apprentices have: • • • • • • • •

The latest industry-specific skills and knowledge Resilience and strength of character A sound understanding of their role and responsibilities The ability to use their own initiative or as part of a team Clear direction in their career paths An understanding of the industry in which they are launching their career Great customer service skills Commitment and drive to be a #FUTURESOSS

By recruiting a Themis Apprentice, you will bring new ideas and energy to your business to help take it to the next level.

The Themis Apprentice Guarantee Our commitment to you as a valued employer and our Apprentices is consistent throughout the programme.

Our dedicated Themis recruitment team lead a rigorous recruitment process which allows us to guarantee our Apprentices really are the best of the best! They must prove to us they have the passion, the ambition and the commitment to be an asset to your business from day one and hit the ground running.

We also assign specialist, experienced, industry-expert Trainers who conduct regular personal development visits with yourself and your Apprentice to review their progress throughout their programme.

At Themis, we’re your perfect Apprenticeship partner

Apprenticeship Sectors

Themis at Burnley College provides industry-expert training in the following sectors: • • • • •

Business & Management Beauty Childcare and Teaching Construction Digital Marketing

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Health and Science Industries Information Technology Manufacturing and Engineering Sport & Fitness

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Funding an Apprenticeship Apprenticeship service account

Before you recruit an apprentice, all employers must have a PAYE scheme set up and must register to use the GOV.UK Apprenticeship Service.

Ask us for our step-by-step guide to setting up your account.

Apprenticeship Levy

The Apprenticeship Levy Is a Government initiative to fund Apprenticeships if your company has an annual wage bill in excess £3 million a year, you will pay 0.5% of that wage bill into a closed account only allowed to be spent on training.

For those that don’t use the Apprenticeship Levy • Apprentices aged 21 and under are fully funded as long as the employer is not a levy paying company - employer just pays the wages.

• Non-levy employers with Apprentices aged 22 and above pay 5% co-investment and wages.

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How is the Apprenticeship Levy paid?

Funds are taken within the month, and all payments made one month in arrears.

Employers also receive a 10% top-up to monthly funds entering their account. If you do not use your Levy money, funds expire after 24 months. Your Levy fund will not roll into the next financial year and will be lost.

If you have used all your Levy Fund

Even If you have used all your Levy Fund, you can still recruit an Apprentice. However, you will pay 5% of the total cost of any additional Apprenticeships. Levy companies can pledge to transfer the money if they don’t use it SMEs can apply for this transfer.

What can you expect from Themis as a Training Provider

From your initial contact, we pledge to work tirelessly to ensure you recruit the ideal Themis Apprentice to take your business forward.

We will establish the skills and attributes you are looking for in your Themis Apprentice before advertising your vacancy on our website and the National Apprenticeship Service website. Our team will actively seek out learners who are a potential match for your company and put them through a rigorous screening process which includes individual support to improve their skills, CV and understanding of Apprenticeship expectations.

Once we believe we have found the right candidate, we will contact you and put them forward for interview.

Themis assigns each Apprentice with a Trainer Assessor who is an expert in their chosen field to support both Apprentice and employer throughout the Apprenticeship period. Trainer Assessors conduct reflective sessions to establish what Apprentices have learned in the workplace, monitor their progression and prepare them for their End Point Assessment.

End Point Assessment The End Point Assessment differs for all Apprentices. For example, those who work within a practical, hands-on field will be assessed on the technical skills and knowledge obtained during their Apprenticeship. Some employers are expected to undertake observations by the External Verifiers and can be involved in the End Point Assessment.

Speak to our experienced Trainer Assessors for more details about the End Point Assessments.

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