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Apprenticeships Apprenticeships Information Back to list Primary Care Academy offers apprenticeships to broaden the scope of training and development for existing staff, attracting new people to improve diversity within the workplace and bridging gaps in Primary Care. Heywood, Middleton & Rochdale Primary Care Academy offers apprenticeships to broaden the scope of training and development for existing staff, attracting new people to improve diversity within the workplace and bridging gaps in Primary Care. They provide a future workforce for clinical and non-clinical roles, counteract an ageing workforce, and simplify career progression in the NHS. Apprenticeship qualifications are available in many areas of Primary Care, including Business Administration, Healthcare, Team Leading, Customer Service and Management. Higher and degree apprenticeships bring together universities, employers, professional bodies and apprentices in a formal relationship to meet the economy's skills needs. Apprenticeships are a priority for us and we are working with various providers to help deliver a range of apprenticeships driven by employer demand. Good News Stories Here are some motivational words from our recent apprentices. Qualifications These are the apprenticeship qualifications that we have. FAQ’s Here you will find all the most frequently asked questions about apprenticeships. Apprenticeship Levels Apprenticeships are offered at different levels, with the most recent additions being degree and higher-level apprenticeships. Name Level Equivalent Educational Level Intermediate 2 GCSE (Or willing to work towards Maths & English qualification, alongside an apprenticeship) Advanced 3 A Level Higher 4 First Year of Degree Programme / Foundation Degree Higher 5 Second Year of Degree Programme / Foundation Degree Higher/Degree 6 Bachelors Degree Level Higher/Degree 7 Master's Degree and PhD Level Some apprenticeships may also give you an additional qualification, such as a diploma. Who Can Apply? You can apply for an apprenticeship while you’re still at school. To start one, you’ll need to be: 16 or over by the end of the summer holidays Living in England Not in full-time education Both new and existing staff can undertake an apprenticeship. There is no upper age limit. Apprentices must be aged 16 or older. Entry Requirements As each type of apprenticeship offers a different level of qualification on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF), their entry requirements will vary. Generally speaking, they are as follows: To apply for an intermediate apprenticeship, you'll just need to be over 16 years old and no longer in full-time education. For an advanced apprenticeship, you're likely to be asked for prior work experience and at least three A*-C or 9-4 grade GCSEs or equivalent, such as an intermediate apprenticeship qualification. As higher apprenticeships are the equivalent of a foundation degree, HNC or first year of a Bachelor's, you'll usually need at least five A*-C or 9-4 grade GCSEs, as well as some Level 3 qualifications in relevant subjects, to apply. Your Level 3 qualifications could be AS-levels, a BTEC National or a Level 3 NVQ. Degree apprenticeships will have the tightest entry requirements. These may include three A-levels in a specified grade range or a higher apprenticeship qualification, on top of at least five A*-C or 9-4 GCSE grades. It's likely you'll be required to have prior work experience. The Apprenticeship Levy The Apprenticeship Levy is a levy on UK employers to fund new apprenticeships. This is paid by employers with annual pay bills in excess of £3 million. Depending on if you pay the levy or not, this is how apprenticeship training is funded Wage bill over £3 million? You will pay a levy of 0.5% on all wages over £3 million The money will be placed into a digital account 100% of your course fees are paid from your digital account Wage bill under £3 million with more than 50 employees? You don’t pay the apprenticeship levy 95% of apprenticeship course fees are paid by the government, and you pay the remaining 5% Wage bill under £3 million with less than 50 employees? You don’t pay the apprenticeship levy 100% of apprenticeship course fees are paid by the government for apprentices aged 16-18 95% of apprenticeship course fees are paid by the government, and you pay the remaining 5% for apprentices aged 18+ You can apply for apprenticeships at any time of year - whether you're successful depends on if an employer has a vacancy. You'll be able to check the specific entry requirements of your chosen apprenticeship once the position opens. How does a Primary Care organisation pay for training through the apprenticeship levy? The plan by the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) is that all employers have digital accounts by the end of 2019. A digital account is an online system that allows apprenticeship transactions to take place and levy payers to manage their levy budget. Levy payers were the initial priority, but this is now being rolled out to all employers. Until an employer who is a non-levy payer has a digital account, employers must agree a payment schedule with their apprenticeship training provider and pay them directly. What training can be funded through the apprenticeship levy? You can only use funds in your account to pay for apprenticeship training and assessment for apprentices that work at least 50% of the time in England, and only up to the funding band maximum for that apprenticeship. You cannot use funds for the following costs: Wages Statutory licences to practise Travel and subsidiary costs Work placement programmes Setting up of an apprenticeship programme What is a levy transfer? A levy transfer is a process a levy payer that is not utilising their apprenticeship levy funds can access to pay for the apprenticeship training of another employer. If that employer is a non-levy payer, it also means that the employer can access the same training provision that levy payers can use. There are many benefits to levy transfers, and more information can be found at the following link: haso.skillsforhealth.org.uk/funding/#levy-transfer Where can I find out more information? Health Education England and Skills for Health have a dedicated website for apprenticeships in healthcare. This has updates on apprenticeship standards that have been approved, in development or being considered, toolkits and case studies. To find out more, visit: haso.skillsforhealth.org.uk/ Specifically, there is also a more detailed information pack for apprenticeships in primary care: haso.skillsforhealth.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/2019.01.04-Apprenticeships-in-Primary-Care-v4.pdf Keep checking our website and social media for the most up-to-date information Primary Care Academy offers apprenticeships to broaden the scope of training and development for...

The Kickstart Scheme makes up part of the Government’s ‘Plan for Jobs’ skills and employment programmes, which also include Apprenticeships, T Levels and Traineeships. Kickstart Employee Stories Our Kickstarters - from an honest point of view... Real-life opinion from our own Kickstarters - It will explain how they feel about the experience of being a Kickstarter and what they would like to accomplish from this possible life-changing scheme. From the hosts!!! Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Kickstart Employee Stories Lucas Bell: Lucas is a GP Administrator on our Kickstart Scheme, he “wanted to work in healthcare and Kickstart was a convenient and easy way into the healthcare industry”. He found the training the most challenging part of the scheme but says it is worth sticking it out and “anyone with a desire to assist others should definitely consider” working in Primary Care. Lucas hopes to continue to progress in his current practice and to carry on helping others. His Host is really happy with his growth and has offered Lucas a permanent role after his 6-month placement ends, which he has accepted! Alex Rose: My name is Alex Rose and I am absolutely delighted to have been picked to train as a Pharmacy Assistant, in my local hospital’s Pharmacy, as part of the Government’s Kickstart Scheme. I have already received loads of training, completed online assessments in all different aspects of the business and I am enjoying every day with new experiences, great colleagues and a chance to learn and work with support. I know I am helping the NHS and that by supporting me in the Kickstart Scheme they are helping me find work I can enjoy for the future! Rebecca Boardman: Rebecca joined our Kickstart scheme on 1 November 2021 as a GP administrator. Rebecca was looking to return to work after having her second child and wanted experience in an office environment, working as part of the NHS made the scheme even more appealing. Returning to work as a single Mum was a challenge at first, ‘It was really hard, I just didn’t know how it was going to work with child care and drop off and pick up times.’ Rebecca has now found a routine and is really enjoying her placement and she classes her work colleagues as friends. Her host has been impressed by Rebecca’s work, and after applying for a permanent position she has been offered a full-time position which starts after the scheme completes in April. ‘I really enjoy the variety in work, every day is different and you are always learning new things. I would 100% recommend working in primary care.’ Michelle Davenport (Morgan’s Host): "The Kickstart scheme is a great opportunity for young people and employers. We need to attract new talent into primary care and our Kickstart placement is a shining star who we are delighted to have in our team. The training provided by HMR Primary Care Academy prior to Morgan starting with us meant she hit the ground running. We are sure Morgan has a great career ahead of her." Sunil Thacker (Jake’s Host): "Jake has progressed very well and used his own initiative. He is always being part of the team and going above and beyond for patients. He has completed a lot of his course in a short space of time with real progression and understanding. He has been an excellent addition to the team." Anonymous (Host): "Kickstart introduced young candidates to our organisation; an opportunity to work with a young person who has adapted to working life within a busy health organisation. The benefit of the programme is one of our candidates is a really quick learner, adept with IT and systems, only needs to be shown once to pick up the work and is thoroughly following instructions given to her. We have employed our candidate on a permanent basis for 15 hours per week moving forward just after the placement is coming to an end, so we would advocate once you find the right Kickstart candidate, it can work really well."