UK APPRENTICESHIPS
Recognised for delivering high-quality apprenticeships with a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating, we take pride in providing effective apprenticeships for a wide range of clients.
Whether it is young people starting their careers, already employed by a small to medium sized organisation catering to various industries, or an employer accessing their apprenticeship levy funds to enhance the skills of their existing employees, WELL will get you the results to drive business growth, enhance workforce skills, and maximise the impact of your training investments.
We recognise the importance of apprenticeship programmes leading to recognised qualifications so we will customise our apprenticeships to align with employer’s needs, ensuring the learning is as relevant as possible.
We have a strong understanding of funding opportunities, including options for making use of apprenticeship levy funds, allowing us to offer training solutions that are both effective and financially accessible.
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Latest Apprenticeship Update
Recent apprenticeship updates – May 2025
After months of decision making the Government have this week announced some important changes to apprenticeship funding for Level 7 apprenticeships.
Here is the main point – from January 2026, the government will make significant changes to apprenticeship funding, impacting Level 7 programmes including the Senior Leader Apprenticeship.
Key changes:
1. Funding for Level 7 apprenticeships will be restricted to individuals aged 16–21 at the start of their programme
2. Those who begin a Level 7 apprenticeship before January 2026 or are already enrolled, will remain eligible for full funding for the duration of their programme
3. This means that most working professionals and career-changers aged 22+ will no longer be eligible for funded access to this critical leadership development route in 2026.
What this means:
The policy shift is part of a broader government initiative to focus apprenticeship funding on younger learners entering the workforce. While investing in the next generation is crucial, this change presents real challenges for those looking to upskill or move into strategic leadership roles later in their careers.
As a training provider of the Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship, we believe this programme should remain accessible to leaders at all stages of their career, especially given the current demand for skilled senior leaders in every sector.
The Level 7 apprenticeship is equivalent to a postgraduate qualification, so it raises the question – how realistic is it for a 16-year-old to be operating at this level? Is the intention behind this funding change effectively to phase out access to the Senior Leader Apprenticeship altogether?
Government apprenticeship update – February 2025
Change No1 – An Apprenticeship app was launched, designed by the Apprenticeship Service for apprentices only, not for apprenticeship providers. This app has the tools to track programme progress, allow the user to stay organised, gather evidence, and access tailored guidance. All the apprentice needs is a GOV.UK One Login and access to App Store or Google Play.
Change No.2 – English & Maths is no longer required to pass an apprenticeship if you are aged 19 years+, opening up the opportunity of an apprenticeship to many more and is effective immediately to new & existing adult apprentices. However, employers and apprentice must agree whether functional skills is required for their job role.
It’s important to recognise that apprenticeships are for everyone. They extend beyond school leavers and cater to individuals of all ages. Whether looking to enhance skills or aiming for that well-deserved promotion, apprenticeships offer opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth. Let’s celebrate the diverse paths that apprenticeships pave for individuals at every stage of their career journey with a piece from our L5 Operation Managers at RSK Group. Speaking to Senior Learning Coach Ben Wakefield about their apprenticeship, thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience with us.
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