Apprenticeship Recruitment Programme

National Apprenticeships Servicesponsored by The National Apprenticeships Service

The National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) has end to end responsibility for Apprenticeships in England.

The NAS has been designed to increase the number of Apprenticeship opportunities and provide a dedicated, responsive service for both employers and learners.

Apprenticeships bring considerable value to organisations, employers, individuals and the economy. Businesses across the country are now increasingly realising the enormous benefits that Apprenticeships create, not only in terms of a highly skilled workforce but also by boosting productivity and staff retention. Research shows they are an optimal way of training, developing and skilling people for the future, helping businesses secure a supply of people with the skills and qualities they need and which were often not available on the external job market.

This year’s winner is Mediterranean Shipping Company

This award will go to a business organisation which has taken a positive approach to apprenticeships and can demonstrate:

  • Commitment to using Apprenticeships as a means of recruitment for new and/or existing staff
  • Support and mentoring for apprentices
  • Clear progression and/or development opportunities
  • How apprenticeships support business growth