Apprenticeships Booklet 2017

Case study:
Business administration
Employer
Jennie Thomas
Stone Parish Council
Why did you choose to take on an
apprentice?
The Council introduced the Parish Apprenticeship
Scheme to provide an opportunity to local young
people to obtain valuable work experience
with the Council while undertaking a relevant
qualification. The Council also wanted to set
an example to other local SME businesses and
organisations that this was a positive thing to do
for the community.
What benefits have the apprentice
brought to your organisation?
Having apprentices has been very rewarding for
the organisation, we have benefitted from the
commitment of the apprentices to gain as much
experience as possible, and this has been
demonstrated through the diverse workloads
they have been prepared to undertake.
Would you take on an apprentice again
and why?
Yes, we would definitely take on further
apprentices as the Council’s programme evolves.
As an employer, what are your thoughts
on the apprenticeship scheme?
As an employer, I think the apprenticeship scheme
offers an excellent opportunity to develop the
skills of young people to enable them to obtain
experience and qualifications necessary to be
successful in the workplace.
“The introduction of a Parish
Apprenticeship Scheme has enabled
the Council to benefit from the
enthusiasm and commitment of
young people while they obtain
valuable skills and experience.”
Apprentice
Charlotte Powsey
Business & Administration Level 3
Stone Parish Council
Why did you choose to do an
apprenticeship?
I chose to do an apprenticeship to gain more
knowledge, achieve qualifications and to further
my career with the help of the course, whilst in
the workplace.
What skills have you developed?
I learnt that it is possible to gain knowledge
through theory and the workplace. This has
helped me to be organised and prioritise my
work as well as college work. I have learnt
great communication and administration skills
which will help me to further my career in
administration.
How has North Kent College helped
you realise your achievements?
North Kent College has helped me by reassuring
me when I need it and helping me every step of
the way throughout the apprenticeship. They also
helped me to realise that I was capable of taking
the next level of the apprenticeship.
What advice would you give to anyone
who’s thinking about starting an
apprenticeship?
I would advise anyone who is thinking about
starting an apprenticeship to go for it! Do your
research into which course is best for you and be
willing to work hard towards your goal.
“Choosing to do an apprenticeship
and going onto a higher level was
one of the best choices I have
made.”
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