5 Point Checklist for Employers Considering Taking on an Apprentice will help you if you are looking to take on a new apprentice or create a new job position within your company but aren't sure how to fill it. these are some simple questions to ask yourself when a new position is opening up in your company which could be filled with an apprentice giving a young person the chance to learn the skills that they need to impact your company's business in a positive manner while you get the positives of a new, enthusiastic employee and someone who you can train to make a huge difference in your companies future.

1. 5-Point checklist for Employers
considering taking on an apprentice
1. Are you looking to create a new job or position?
2. Can this role be fulfilled by a Trainee/Apprentice?
3. Do you or your business have the resources to manage
and support the apprentice – the skills and time to coach,
mentor and support the apprentice throughout their
employment and studies?
4. Can you support their wage costs for a minimum of 12
months?
5. Can you release the apprentice for studying and meeting
work based assessors?