Apprentice Onboarding Checklist for Managers
A step-by-step 90-day onboarding checklist for managers to help apprentices thrive. Covers orientation, integration, skill-building, and future planning for long-term success.
Insights
Welcome to the CT Skills Insights page, a helpful hub of guides, tips, and real stories for apprentices and employers. Here you will find practical advice on CVs, interviews, training, and onboarding, along with resources to support confident decisions about apprenticeships and workforce development.
Employer Support
Off-The-Job Training: How to Make It Work for Your Business
Off-the-job training is the structured learning that takes place outside of an apprentice’s normal tasks. Find out how to make it work for your business
Employer Support
Avoiding Dropouts: How to Support Apprentices from Day One
Explore how to avoid dropouts, common hiring mistakes, and practical strategies to improve retention and empower learners to succeed.
Employer Support
Upskilling vs. Hiring in the UK – What's the Smarter Move for Employers?
Explore the benefits of upskilling and hiring in the UK, and how a strategic approach to both can benefit and strengthen your business.
Case Study
Why I Chose Apprenticeships Over University - Apprenticeship Case Study By Tanya Ashton
While I was in college, I learned that university wasn't the only option available to me, and that's when I discovered apprenticeships.
Recruitment Support
Learner Support
Apprenticeship Journey
Job Searching
Career Toolkit
Mastering the Video Interview: Tips, Tech, and What to Expect
Are you ready to ace your interview? Check out our top tips for acing your next video interview. Plus handy tips for Zoom, Teams, and Whatsapp.
Learner Support
Job Searching
Career Toolkit
How to Write a Standout CV and Cover Letter
Discover essential tips for a strong CV and cover letter, and the key do's and don'ts that can take your application from average to interview ready.
Learner Support
Job Searching
Hints and Tips for a Successful Apprenticeship Interview
Whether you're applying for your very first role or transitioning into a new industry, these tips will help you prepare for your interview.
Employer Support
Recruitment Support
Employer Resources
Hiring an Apprentice? We've Got the Answers to Your Top Questions
Looking to upskill staff or hire new talent through an apprenticeship? Learn how the process works and how to make the most of it.
Learner Support
Apprenticeship Journey
Your Apprenticeship Questions-Answered!
Thinking about an apprenticeship but have questions? We've got you. Check out these quick, clear FAQs to help you feel confident moving forward.
Downloadable Resources
Download Checklist
A Strategic Checklist for Employers
A practical checklist for UK employers to decide whether to upskill existing staff, hire new talent, or adopt a hybrid approach. Includes tips on retention, innovation, and future-proofing your workforce.
Comparative Employer NI Contributions Guide
A guide highlighting the financial impact and potential cost savings for businesses between apprenticeship staff and non-apprenticeship staff.
Off-The-Job Training Myths
A practical guide debunking common myths about off-the-job training for apprentices. Explains misconceptions around time away and scheduling, while highlighting flexible approaches that boost skills and productivity.
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Top tips to help you manage imposter syndrome.
Heard of 'Off the job training' but don’t know what it is? Keep watching!
Got an online interview coming up? Check out our top tech tips!
Tips to get interview ready.