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Find, Recruit and Employ an Apprentice Electrician by Steve K
Did you know that there are still many apprentice electricians looking for jobs after being encouraged into the electrical industry? The UK government has tried hard to get more trainees to take up trades and there are now many colleges and training centres offing courses and approved apprenticeship programmes. Some are already enrolled with training providers and colleges. Unfortunately many unemployed trainees will have already attained NVQ Level 2 qualifications or higher but lack the experience of working alongside qualified trades persons.
Electrical contracting businesses can benefit from employing apprentices and it shouldn’t be hard to find an electrical trainee to recruit into your workforce. Most colleges have their own apprenticeship schemes and offer training support to companies but there are some important points to consider before taking on an apprentice.
To start with, it is important to ask if a trainee lives close to your place of work or have their own driving licence or transport? A more local applicant will make life easier for you when it comes to meeting or travelling to site.
Are they already experienced in electrical work and do they have other qualifications or skills?
You could agree on a trial period to assess the trainee’s suitability.
Are they already enrolled on a recognized training scheme and is funding available through a training provider?
Ask if they have their own tools and are they suitable for your type of electrical work.
Ask how much they expect to earn as an apprentice electrician.
Your accountant will be able to give you advice regarding methods of paying employees and entitlements such as sickness & holidays.
Employer’s Public Liability insurance will be required to cover any employees.
Funding for Work Based Apprenticeships may be available via the Sector Skills Council and the National Apprenticeship Service. Information about apprenticeships in your area will be avaiable from training providers such as local technical colleges. A company employing a 16-18 year old apprentice will generally only need to pay their salary. Training will be funded by the apprenticeship scheme.
To gain experience, a trainee electrician may want to work for you free of charge. Although this is very commendable and shows dedication please be aware that they must still be covered by valid insurance in case of an accident. It is also illegal to work when they are claiming unemployment benefit even if they are working for little or no money. Beware of this because both employee and employer can be fined for breaking the law.
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Get more information about finding, recruiting and employing an electrical trainee or apprentice at the Electricians Forums: Apprentice Electricians Looking for Jobs
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