The variety of apprenticeships that are now available means that employers can not only recruit, train, and shape new employees at an intermediate level but also develop the skills of existing employees. Higher apprenticeships can be used to help up-skill current employees through training right up to university-level qualifications.
HIRE AN APPRENTICE
We can help you find the right placement
- Grow Your Own Talent
Develop a skilled, loyal workforce tailored to your business needs. Apprentices learn your way of working from day one.
- Introduce New Skills & Fresh Thinking
Apprentices bring energy, creativity, and up-to-date knowledge—helping to modernise practices and spark innovation.
- Demonstrate Social Responsibility
Support local communities by offering meaningful career pathways to young people and career changers.
- Boost Productivity & Retention
Apprenticeships improve staff morale and retention, reduce recruitment associated cost, while contributing to long-term business growth.
- Cost-Effective Workforce Development
Government funding and incentives make apprenticeships a smart investment in your future workforce.
- Shape the Future of Your Industry
Play a vital role in developing the next generation of professionals and closing sector skills.
A personal touch
A key account manager, who specialises in your specific industry, will be assigned to you. Your account manager will be your main point of contact, becoming an extension of your team with the ability to understand the needs of your business. If required, an organisational needs analysis will be carried out to assess skills gaps and what type of training is needed to meet the challenges of the future.
Unrivalled support
Working with us will give you access to a huge team of experienced advisors, work-based learning managers and tutors and dedicated support staff who will take care of every aspect of your recruitment, training and development needs. This includes regular updates on the progress of your staff and advice on funding, grants and changes to government policy which may affect you. There will be opportunities to benefit from discounted training and continuing professional development.
A catalyst for staff development
- Upskilling and Reskilling Opportunities
- Apprenticeships aren’t just for new starters—existing staff can gain new qualifications Supports career progression and role diversification
- Encourages Lifelong Learning
- Embeds a culture of continuous professional development
- Keeps staff engaged, motivated, and future-ready
- Brings Fresh Perspectives into Teams
- Apprenticeship training introduces new methods, technologies, and thinking
- Encourages knowledge sharing and innovation across generations
- Strengthens Team Capability
- Builds leadership, mentoring, and coaching skills in those supporting apprentices
- Enhances collaboration and communication across departments
- Supports Workforce Planning
- Helps fill skills gaps internally, reducing reliance on external recruitment
- Aligns with organisational goals and succession planning
- Recognised, Accredited Learning
- Staff gain nationally recognised qualifications
- Boosts confidence, credibility, and job satisfaction
I am pleased to recommend Chesterfield College and their tutors for their outstanding contribution to both AET and the apprentices they support. Their dedication to delivering a high-quality apprenticeship experience is evident in every interaction, and they consistently go above and beyond to ensure both employer and apprentice needs are met with professionalism, empathy, and efficiency. Our partnership with Chesterfield College has had a tangible impact on the success of our apprenticeship programme, contributing to higher retention rates, improved learner satisfaction, and stronger employer engagement.”
Julie Lunn
HR Manager
Employer Testimonials
We’re proud to have a long history of supporting our local business community. Our employer services encompass apprenticeships, T-Level placements, bespoke and tailored recruitment, training and development solutions, industry placements, work experience and volunteering.
New government funding for apprenticeships opens opportunity for SMEs
Small businesses (SMEs) across the region could now consider apprenticeships where previously the cost of funding an apprentice may have created a barrier.
How does it work?
Taking on an apprentice with the help of the Chesterfield College Group is a simple process designed to take up as little of your time as possible. Not only will we support you through every step of the recruitment process, but we’ll continue to offer help and advice once your apprentice has started their training.
From our perspective, apprentices add to the mix on the shop floor. We have experienced team members who are passing on their knowledge but the apprentices bring new ideas and have different skills and are more tech-savvy. When you walk on the shop floor it has a real positive feel.”
Martin West
Briggs of Burton
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