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RECRUIT AN APPRENTICE

Recruit new talent through BMet’s fully supported apprenticeship programmes. Delivered regionally and nationally, our apprenticeships help businesses build a skilled workforce and develop future talent.

BMet Apprenticeships are rated “Good” by Ofsted (2023).

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Apprenticeships

APPRENTICESHIPS TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS

Every apprenticeship is co-designed with employers to meet the specific needs of the business.

Apprenticeships can start at any time and last between 1 and 5 years, depending on the level and sector. Many apprenticeships are employer-led, with candidates recruited directly by the company.

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RECRUITMENT SUPPORT

Every employer is supported by our Business Development team who guides you through our simple six-step recruitment process:

Meet with our Business Development team

Discuss the job description, salary and working hours

Our team creates a vacancy advert for your approval

BMet pre-screens applicants and provides a shortlist

You select which candidates to interview

Our team supports with setting up the apprenticeship

WHAT ARE APPRENTICESHIPS?

Apprenticeships are work-based learning programmes allowing people of all ages to earn nationally recognised qualifications while working. They can train new employees or upskill existing staff, increase productivity, reduce absence, and support workforce planning.

WHY RECRUIT AN APPRENTICE WITH BMET?

We understand the commercial pressures on organisations. Our training programmes are flexible and responsive to market changes, customer needs, and government legislation. Programmes are regularly reviewed to ensure they meet sector requirements.
We are inclusive and use Cognassist to provide tailored support, helping apprentices of all abilities develop their skills and achieve their full potential throughout their apprenticeship.

APPRENTICESHIP LEVELS

  • Intermediate (Level 2) – equivalent to five good GCSE passes
  • Advanced (Level 3) – equivalent to two A Level passes
  • Higher Apprenticeship (Levels 4-7)
  • Degree Apprenticeship (Levels 6-7)

INCREASE STAFF RETENTION

The most effective apprenticeship programmes give employees a clear progression pathway they can own. Our experience shows that staff are more likely to stay with a business, feel motivated, engaged, and satisfied when supported through structured training and development.

HOW DO APPRENTICESHIPS WORK?

  • Learning is a mix of workplace experience and classroom-based training.
  • Training may be at the workplace, off-site at college, or via e-learning.
  • Apprentices typically work at least 30 hours per week.
    • Depending on the Standard they are entitled to ‘off the job hours’ (OTJH).
    • Apprentices are paid employees and must receive at least the national minimum apprenticeship wage. National Minimum Wage GOV.UK

APPRENTICESHIP LEVY

  • Introduced in April 2017, businesses with payrolls of £3M or more contribute 0.5% of gross PAYE.
  • Affected businesses have access to a £15,000 levy allowance for approved apprenticeship training.
  • Businesses not required to pay the levy can access government funding for apprenticeships, including recycled levy funds for SMEs.
  • Our team can help you understand the Levy and develop a strategy to maximise training and development benefits.

APPRENTICESHIPs AT BMet

Industry: Broadcast, Media, Entertainment
Purpose: Ensure reliability and integrity of broadcast systems (TV, radio, online).
Key Responsibilities:

  • Planned and corrective maintenance
  • Maintaining test equipment
  • Providing technical advice to users
  • Supporting system modifications and upgrades
  • Data management and reporting

Qualifications: None mandatory
Typical Job Titles: Maintenance Technician, Communications Technician
Professional Recognition: Engineering Council – Technician Level
Entry Requirements: 2 A levels (preferably Maths) or Level 3 BTEC
Delivery: Bespoke, usually block release, 27 months
Progression: Top-up degree in Electronics

BECOME A PARTNER EMPLOYER

Whether you’re looking to recruit an apprentice, upskill your existing team or create tailored training for your business, our team can help.

Complete the form and a member of our employer engagement team will be in touch to discuss your business challenges and the support available to you.

If you’re looking for apprenticeships, please enquire here.

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