levy - Blogs - DPG Community2024-03-29T08:19:34Zhttps://community.dpgplc.co.uk/blog/feed/tag/levyHR managers: are you using the Apprenticeship Levy?https://community.dpgplc.co.uk/blog/hr-managers-are-you-using-the-apprenticeship-levy2018-08-30T11:34:47.000Z2018-08-30T11:34:47.000ZRichy Campbellhttps://community.dpgplc.co.uk/members/RichyCampbell921<div><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/85000041?profile=RESIZE_400x&width=400"></div><div><p>If your company pays into the Apprenticeship Levy, it’s possible that the very mention of it brings a collective shudder.</p>
<p>I understand that it may be a bit frustrating. But have you given thought to how your company can use it?</p>
<p>The funds your company pay into the levy should be reframed as being part of your training budget. You’ve got a fantastic opportunity to develop your workforce. This is important.</p>
<p>Why?</p>
<p>A highly trained workforce brings many benefits. Your staff will gain up-to-date industry knowledge, and therefore a better capacity to solve problems and think innovatively.</p>
<p>Just as important is the credibility among peers that industry-approved learning gives.</p>
<p>If you’re not using the Levy, why? You may be surprised how flexible apprenticeships can be.</p>
<p>Don’t forget: it’s vital to choose the right member of staff for the apprenticeship. But don’t worry -- this is covered through suitability checks, for example a basic level of Maths and English is required.</p>
<p>One more thing, and it’s important. There’s just two years left for you to use the Levy*. Don’t miss out!</p>
<p><strong>Sorry, there’s a just one more thing (promise!). DPG offers HR apprenticeships at Level 3 or Level 5. Get everything you need to know about it by <a href="https://www.dpgplc.co.uk/apprenticeships/">clicking this link.</a> We also have a comprehensive guide to the Levy, that you can <a href="https://www.dpgplc.co.uk/apprenticeship-levy/">read here</a>.</strong></p>
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<p>*If your company started paying in from April 2017, your funds will expire in April 2019. For more information, head over to the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/apprenticeship-levy-how-it-will-work/apprenticeship-levy-how-it-will-work" target="_blank" rel="noopener">government website.</a></p>
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