Employers
Advantages of hiring engineering apprentices
Why apprenticeships?
The benefits of apprenticeships for young people are well publicised, but why should an employer look to apprenticeships to develop your business?
- Address skills shortages
- Bring a fresh perspective
- Increased employee satisfaction and loyalty, leading to lower staff turnover
- Supporting an apprentice is a great development opportunity for existing employees
Our apprenticeships
The MTC is at the forefront of technological advancements and apprentices that train on our apprenticeship programme are exposed to these new and emerging technologies as they start their careers at the home of Great British Manufacturing.
Why hire an apprentice with MTC Training?
At MTC Training, we are constantly developing well-rounded apprentices who gain the skills required for today and the future.
Our programmes build on a strong foundation of traditional skills, overlaid with themes of emerging technologies, equipping apprentices for a rapidly developing engineering sector.
Additionally, MTC Training was rated Good by Ofsted on 10th February 2023, with Outstanding ratings in both ‘Behaviour and Attitudes’ and ‘Personal Development’.
Find, fund and recruit your next apprentice
Taking on an apprentice doesn’t need to be complicated. At MTC Training, we can support you from finding the right candidate through to funding, employment and enrolment.
Recruitment made simple
Tell us the role and skills you need, and we can help prepare and advertise your vacancy, shortlist suitable candidates and arrange interviews. Once you’ve found the right person, we’ll support you through the employment and enrolment process. Find out more about our recruitment process.
Making the most of apprenticeship funding
We can help you understand the funding available and make effective use of your Apprenticeship Levy. If your Levy has been used, other funding routes such as co-investment may also be available. Explore apprenticeship funding.
Extra support for SMEs
Through our partnership with Lloyds, eligible SMEs can access additional help with apprenticeship funding, Levy Transfers and recruitment. Some qualifying businesses may also be eligible for salary support during an apprentice’s first year. Find out about SME support.
Lloyds partnership
Lloyds has been actively working in partnership with MTC as part of its commitment to supporting the UK manufacturing industry. Established in 2015, the Lloyds Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre (AMTC) is a state-of-the-art training centre designed to create a new generation of engineers and technicians to help the UK realise its potential in advanced manufacturing.
Training on the latest industry equipment
At MTC Training, we work closely with industry to provide our apprentices with the latest equipment to support their practical development. Our apprentices are also exposed to the new and emerging technologies being developed within MTC.
Testimonial
Kerry Booth
Human Resources Manager, FANUC
Hire an apprentice
To discuss how an MTC apprentice can support your business, complete the form below to get in touch with MTC Training today.