Waltham Forest Apprenticeships: Building the Future Workforce
Waltham Forest offers apprenticeship programs designed by employers for employers, with a focus on in-house training and vocational qualifications. The Apprenticeship Levy facts, incentives, and opportunities are highlighted, showcasing the benefits for both employers and apprentices in the region.
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Waltham Forest Apprenticeships Building the Future Workforce
Waltham Forest Adult Learning Service In-house apprenticeship provider 91% Employer satisfaction Ofsted grade 2 provider Employers speak highly of the extensive and flexible support that managers and assessors provide apprentices Ofsted 2016 Waltham Forest Adult Learning Centre provided the academy with enthusiastic and talented apprentices. The apprentices supported the academy tackling skill shortages by mixing their fresh ideas with the specialized new skills learnt while working . Tania Dorman, School Principal Employers are very positive about the contribution that apprentices make to their Ofsted 2016 businesses
Designed by employers for employers Employment + work- based training WHAT IS AN APPRENTICESHIP? Flexible delivery models depending on level and type of apprenticeship Vocational qualification Skills, behaviours and knowledge + maths, English + employment skills 1yr to 18 mths to achieve Level 2-7
APPRENTICESHIP LEVY THE FACTS Comes into effect May 2017 Applies to all large employers with payroll of 3 million or more 0.5% of total payroll into Levy fund - tax Deductible expense for Corporation Tax Public sector bodies required to employ 2.3% of workforce as apprentices annually Unspent levy funds expire in 24 months Covers training costs only, not salary Financial incentives for employers
APPRENTICESHIP LEVY THE FACTS Levy paid monthly through PAYE process same as Income Tax and NICs Unspent levy funds expire in 24 months LA schools also included in LBWF levy Academies responsible for own levy Schools will be responsible for salary costs Introduction of new Digital Apprenticeship Service to manage levy account
Incentives and Opportunities From May 17 no NI contributions for apprentices < 25 years old Employers will get out more than they pay into the levy, through a 10% top-up to their digital accounts Additional 600- 1000 for employing apprentices aged 16-18 years old A bonus payment of extra 20% of the capped amount for successful achievements Age restrictions lifted employers won t pay more for apprentices aged 19+
Who is eligible for apprenticeship training funded by the levy Three potential opportunities to optimise your levy 1.Current employees can benefit from apprenticeship training as CPD employment contract, terms and conditions not affected 2.New apprentices recruited to workforce fixed term contract with and apprenticeship wage 3.Vacant posts converted to apprenticeship apprenticeship terms and conditions as above
Benefits for Employers Free training at point of delivery Improves staff retention by providing CPD and career progression no need to move schools Cost effective workforce development new apprenticeship roles, conversion of vacant posts Fills skills gaps succession planning All ages eligible for apprenticeship training Grow your own talent
Paying the Community and grant funded schools Schools to contribute 0.5% of payroll to LBWF Levy 0.5% applies to all community and grant funded schools Details to be finalised shortly
How will it work for schools independent of LA? Employers will calculate, report and pay levy to HMRC, through the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) process alongside income tax and National Insurance. Report levy owed using Employer Payment Summary Register for New Digital Apprenticeship Service digital account Levy funds available as digital vouchers through DAS Once registered, select your PAYE scheme Allows employers with multiple PAYE schemes and connected companies to aggregate levy funds into one account on the service.
continued. DAS allows you to check levy contributions coming into the account monthly and accumulating over time Digital Account supports forecasting of funds that are likely to accumulate in their account and manage cash flow Select a training provider through Digital Apprenticeship Service Account and enter contract agreement Funds will automatically leave the employer s digital account on a monthly basis, spread over the lifetime of the apprenticeship. 20% of total cost will be held back, then paid back on completion of the apprenticeship
Our service Benefits of working with WFALS: One point of contact Consistency of communication Comprehensive Support for employer and- apprentice start to finish Training fit for purpose - mapped training to skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to maximise performance in workplace Free Dedicated Account Manager comprehensive recruitment service Initial assessment, screen + match applicants to vacancies Coordinate job interviews Personalised programme plan and assessment Robust progress monitoring and tracking
Current Offer School Business Professional Leadership and Management Early Years Senior Practitioner Accountancy Level 4/5 Business Administration with specialist pathways data handling, marketing, HR, recruitment Team Leadership and Management IT, Software, Web & Telecoms Professionals, Accountancy, Early Years Educator, Higher Level Teaching Assistants Level 3 Business Administration, Accountancy IT, Software, Web & Telecoms Professionals, Early Years/Childcare, Teaching Assistants Level 2
Current Frameworks and Standards Offer and Costing Current Price per Apprenticeship Accountancy Level 2 Advanced Accountancy Level 3 2000 2000 Business and Administration Level 2 Advanced Business and Administration Level 3 2000 2500 Teaching Assistant Level 2 Advanced Higher Teaching Assistant Level 3 2000 2500 IT, Software, Web & Telecoms Professionals Level 2 IT, Software, Web & Telecoms Professionals Level 3 4000 9000 Early Years/Childcare Level 2 Advanced Early Years Educator Level 3 New Early Years Senior Practitioner Level 5 (From Sept 18) 2000 2500 (TBC) New Advanced Team Leadership and Management Level 3 (From Sept 18) 5000 New Leadership and Management Level 5 (From Sept 18) 9000
How do you contribute? Shortlist and interview candidates Contract of employment and salary min 3.50 per hr You provide Robust performance management and support Provide feedback on apprentice s progress at work On the job training
Optimise Apprenticeship Your Levy Schools Independent of LA 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Register and set up your digital account with Digital Apprenticeship Service now Calculate your levy on DAS Audit workforce to identify opportunities for new roles, conversion of current roles Choose your provider on DAS Agree a price for your apprenticeship training Declare levy amount due in April Agree contract with provider For more information or queries contact Email: sam.whenman@walthamforest.gov.uk or harpal.rull@walthamforest.gov.uk or andrea.creary@walthamforest.gov.uk Telephone: 02084962976 or 02084962029 or 02084962981
Optimise your levy LA schools 1. Identify how an apprentice can contribute to your school priorities and business objectives Contact Sam Whenman, Apprenticeship Programme Manager from WFALS to arrange a consultation meeting Your Apprenticeship job roles will be mapped to available Apprenticeship frameworks/standards and feedback provided Further guidance will be provided by LBWF for LA schools 2. 3. 4. For more information or queries contact Email: sam.whenman@walthamforest.gov.uk Telephone: 02084962976 or 02084962029 or 02084962981
