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The 60-minute Microsoft Teams meeting will cover the following parts of the apprenticeship journey:
Register to attend here!
You can contact one of our relationship managers if you have any questions during your apprentice's time at LSBU and during their EPA.
Relationship manager contacts:
The apprenticeship journey requires full understanding and engagement by the apprentice, the employer and LSBU. To support the delivery of a good apprenticeship programme for all we have developed a short e-learning module for apprentices, employers and LSBU staff. We are pleased to share the module with you.
Module title: An Introduction to Apprenticeships E-Learning for Employers
Module content:
- What is an apprenticeship?
- Standards and KSBs
- Developing KSBs in the workplace
- The EPA process
- Off-the-job training
- Safeguarding
Module structure: The module is designed to be engaging, informative and interactive. It includes short questions and assessments to ensure knowledge is acquired.
Module duration: up to 30 minutes
Who it is aimed at: Apprenticeship leads, apprentice mentors, apprentice line manager
As a valued employer, we ask you to complete this module at your earliest convenience and share it with internal colleagues who interact with your apprentices. Having a good understanding of the apprenticeship requirement is essential to supporting your apprentices to achieve.
We want to take a moment to highlight the crucial importance of ensuring the successful completion of the End Point Assessment (EPA) for apprentices. As we strive to nurture and develop the talents of apprentices, their achievement in the EPA holds great significance for their growth and our collective success. The End Point Assessment represents the culmination of an apprentice's journey, showcasing their skills, knowledge, and competency in their chosen field. It serves as a testament to their dedication and the quality of the training they have received during their time with us. The successful completion of the EPA not only validates their hard work but also reflects positively on everyone’s commitment to providing exceptional training and guidance.
A successful EPA outcome holds numerous benefits for both apprentices and our employers:
To support apprentices in achieving successful EPA results, it's essential that they are provided with the necessary resources, guidance, and encouragement throughout their training. Clear communication, practice assessments, and mentorship are just a few ways you can help them prepare effectively.
As we continue to invest in the growth of apprentices, let's also recognise that their success in the End Point Assessment is a shared accomplishment. It reflects the dedication of both the apprentices and their employer’s commitment to their development.
A reminder to all employers that Off the Job learning is a requirement throughout the apprenticeship until the apprentice reaches Gateway and is ready for End Point Assessment.
We ask you to work with your apprentices to ensure they keep up with this commitment. Apprentices who began their programme prior to August 2022 must show they are doing 20% of the paid working hours and apprentices after August 2022 must show they are doing the equivalent of 6 hours per week.
Apprenticeships must last a minimum of 12 months and involve off-the-job training. This off-the-job training requirement is measured over the course of an apprenticeship (as opposed to over an academic year). The off-the-job training is an essential part of an apprenticeship and therefore must take place during employed time.
Off-the-job training is defined as learning which is undertaken outside of the normal day-to-day working environment and leads towards the achievement of an apprenticeship. This can include training that is delivered at the apprentice’s normal place of work but must not be delivered as part of their normal working duties. The off-the-job training must be directly relevant to the apprenticeship standard, teaching new knowledge, skills and behaviours required to reach competence in the particular occupation.
What this includes:
What this does not include:
All off-the-job training must take place during paid hours. Apprentices may choose to spend additional time on training outside their paid hours, but this must not be required to complete the apprenticeship. We will provide a means of tracking the off-the-job by way of an online portfolio.
The PDP consists of a series of questions to help assess apprentices' areas of need It helps apprentices identify their strengths and areas for development, setting them on the path to achieving their goals
Once they have submitted a response, it automatically generates a bespoke action plan where apprentices will be set tasks and provided with useful links to get exactly what they need! It tells them what else they may need to do to have a better chance of achieving their personal goals as a student
Students who completed their PDP had an 8.8% better progression rate than those who did not complete a PDP
It only takes approximately 10 mins, so please encourage your apprentices to complete theirs.
Encourage your apprentices to join the AoA – through our partnership with the Association of Apprentices, they are now eligible for a free membership
We are delighted to share that London South Bank University has partnered with the Association of Apprentices (AoA), a membership organisation that connects apprentices across the UK via a dedicated social and professional networking platform. Through our partnership, all apprentices are now eligible for a free AoA membership.
What does this mean for apprentices?
They can get free access to the following:
It’s everyone’s responsibility
LSBU is committed to the safety and well-being of all students, staff and visitors. We recognise our particular duties of care towards children and adults at risk who study at, work at, attend or visit LSBU. We believe that individuals of all ages have a right to learn, work and develop in a safe environment.
Safeguarding is the responsibility of everyone in the University community. We all have a role in keeping ourselves and each other safe. We all have a duty to act if we are concerned for the well-being of someone else.
You can read LSBU’s Safeguarding Policy on our Policies and Procedures page.
How to report a safeguarding concern
You may be concerned about yourself or an apprentice – you’re not on your own and there’s always someone to talk to. You can share your concern and access support in the following ways:
Please find two versions of the academic calendar in the links below, one for students within the School of Nursing and Midwifery and Allied and Community Health and one for all other students. Additionally, we have provided some key dates for the remainder of the academic year 23/24, including January start students.
Industry-standard and innovative facilities give courses the feel of the working world including highly specialised labs, a student centre and a library.
Our main campus is in the heart of London. During their time here, apprentices will be able to experience cultures from every corner of the globe with ease. As LSBU students, apprentices can find anything from food, music and art of every kind right on their doorstep for them to enjoy.
Our services support students' educational, personal and employment needs. Our aim is to enable all students to achieve their potential while studying, by providing an approachable and reliable service that students can trust. Any questions or concerns apprentices may have the student services are here for them.
We bring together educational opportunities and quality sports services through our facilities, taught courses and research.
Our Students' Union is key to a great student experience. Our Students’ Union exists to enhance the student experience and represent students’ academic interests, both on and off campus, whilst they study with us.
A dedicated hub for apprentices at LSBU. Apprentices benefit from events, lectures and support provided by LSBU throughout the year.
When to contact the Apprenticeship Team
Get in touch Call us on 020 7815 5767
Email: apprenticeships@lsbu.ac.uk
Web: www.lsbu.ac.uk/study/apprenticeships/contact-us
Online enquiry form: www.lsbu.ac.uk/business/ apprenticeships/contact-us
Ensure to contact the Apprenticeship Team of any of the following changes:
If you have any queries or concerns regarding the following, please do not hesitate to contact them for advice on:
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"Mandatory Training" & "Onboarding Training" are for apprentices at different stages. Onboarding is for applicants. Mandatory training is for new starters who will be brought up-to-speed on using APTEM, which will start in October.
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