National Apprenticeship Week 2024
This year, National Apprenticeship Week takes place on the 5th-11th February 2024. Check out some of the events taking place that you can get involved in!
Derbyshire County Council Apprenticeship Levy Transfer Online Webinar
Want to learn more about accessing fully funded apprenticeship levy transfer to support your workforce?
Email leigh.mckenzie@derbyshire.gov.uk or elisabeth.chandler@derbyshire.gov.uk to join one of the following sessions:
Monday 5th February at 1.30pm
Tuesday 6th February at 10.00am
Thursday 8th February at 10.00am or 1.30pm
Derbyshire County Council has funded over 200 Adult Apprenticeships Supporting Local SME Businesses, and the local Economy. Learn more about apprenticeship levy here.
Workpays – NAW 2024 The ASK Programme
Workpays are hosting a range of webinar activities over NAW, including Welcome to the World of Apprenticeships, Welcome to the World of T-Levels and Parents and Carers Guide to Understanding Apprenticeship sessions. Plus, their Meet the Employer and Meet the Apprentice sessions will see representatives from companies including Nestle, Boots, the Army and the Council giving talks about their experiences!
Don’t miss out, check out their full programme of events.
The University of Derby are hosting a number of events to share information about apprenticeships.
Buxton & Leek Information Afternoons
Date: Monday 5th February, 1pm – 3.30pm / Tuesday 6th February, 9.45am – 12.30pm
Location: Buxton and Leek College, Buxton
Information: Local school students from years 9-11 are invited in to learn more about apprenticeships and visit each ‘market stall’ where each of our apprenticeship subject areas and tutors will be on hand with fun hands-on relevant activities and information.
Apprenticeship Careers Event
Date: Wednesday 7 February, 10 am – 2.30 pm
Location: The University’s Kedleston Road site, Derby
Info: This is the major event of the week and aims to showcase the apprenticeship opportunities across our region. Many well-known employers will be talking about the apprenticeships on offer at their companies, and existing apprentices will be sharing their experiences too.
For the event, our employer partners will have stands showcasing their apprenticeship opportunities. We have invited pupils from schools and colleges to come and visit us to find out more information and ask any questions they may have about the apprenticeship process and career opportunities. Come along and find out the benefits of apprenticeships for employers and the opportunities that they bring to apprentices. Apprenticeships can also be a route for anyone in employment who may be looking for a possible career change.
Apprenticeship Information Evening
Date: Thursday 8th February, 4pm – 6.30pm
Location: Buxton and Leek College, Buxton
Information: Informal drop in sessions for prospective apprentices and parents to find out more, ask questions and understand processes/requirements. This is held in the main reception area of each campus.
Throughout the week, the University of Derby also has a series of webinars taking place so you can find out more about specific Apprenticeships.
The Big Assembly – Workpays
Run by Workpays, The Big Assembly is a free live assembly broadcast during National Apprentice Week. With over 140,000 sign-ups last year, it aims to educate people about apprenticeships, inviting apprentices and employers to share different perspectives on the career choice.
Register online to watch the Big Assembly 2024.
