What is the role of my employer?

The role of the Apprentices Employer...

Employers agree with our placement staff, before the training commences, as to which aspects of an NVQ, (National Vocational Qualification) can be covered during the apprentice's normal working week.  NVQs have been designed to accredit skills and knowledge, which directly relate to the working environment.

Employers agree the terms and conditions of the apprentices, such as hours of work and day release for qualification training.  Employers nominate a person within the workplace who will take overall responsibility for the welfare and the training of the apprentice.  This will involve regular review sessions with the apprentice to guide, monitor and record apprentice progress.

Employers ensure that apprentices complete an induction period when they start their training.  This induction period can vary but essential and basic information will be given, eg company rules and regulations, health and safety requirements, domestic arrangements. 

Employers will provide information about apprentice's progress and attendance to our staff who will visit at regular intervals to review progress.

The role of your workplace supervisor
Your workplace supervisor is there to ensure that you have the opportunity to perform the tasks required to gain the qualification and develop workplace skills in line with placement and qualification standards.