CITB-ConstructionSkills Apprenticeships

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An apprenticeship combines college learning with on-site experience to ensure apprentices get the right balance of technical skills and practical experience.

We are the largest provider of apprentices for the construction industry, with over 45 years’ experience of developing skilled workers.

Why take on an apprentice?

There has never been a better time, with 1 in 5 employers hiring more apprentices to help them through the current economic climate.

80% of employers* say apprentices made their workplace more productive. You will be getting a keen, motivated member of staff that wants to learn and help your business to grow.

Training is developed in consultation with the industry so apprentices learn the right skills for the job.

Funding

We aim to make taking on an apprentice as easy as possible, with their training funded by a grant of up to £9,000 (available to eligible employers registered with CITB-ConstructionSkills).

Employers in England can also get £1,500 from the National Apprenticeship Service if they have not had an apprentice in the past three years**.

The Apprenticeship Grant for Employers is available to help pay your apprentice's wages, in addition to any grants from us.

Support

You will get the best practical support to make the process simple and successful. CITB-ConstructionSkills will:

  • arrange training for your apprentice at a local college
  • pay all college and examination fees
  • help you complete the paperwork needed to claim grants
  • give advice on expenses available to cover lodgings or travel costs

Our Construction Work Experience Programme can help you see if an apprentice could be good for your business.

Register your vacancy now

Call us on 0344 994 4044 to find out more or register your vacancy now.

If you are looking to start an apprenticeship in construction go to www.bconstructive.co.uk   to view our dedicated apprenticeship application pages. 

*Source: The National Apprenticeship Service.

** Only applicable to employers who have not taken on an apprentice in the last 3 years, with 250 or fewer employees and an apprentice aged 16-24.