PTS nominate inspirational learners and centres for the NCFE Aspiration Awards 2021
Written on 14th, June 2021
After such a challenging 18 months we believe it is more important than ever to celebrate the achievements of educators and learners. The Aspiration Awards are hosted by NCFE; a company steeped in the history of vocational awarding and...
Read moreSchools Out! What are your next steps after GCSEs?
Written on 3rd, June 2021
Across the country Year 11 students are celebrating the milestone of finishing secondary school education and as they now wait for their GCSE results what options or next steps are available to them? There are plenty of options to...
Read moreApplication deadline for the incentive payment for hiring a new apprentice.
Written on 18th, May 2021
The deadline for employers to apply for the incentive payment for new apprentices hired between August 2020 and March 2021 is approaching. Eligible employers must apply for their incentive payment by the end of 31st May 2021. Incentive payment for apprentices...
Read moreThe Redundancy Support Service for Apprentices
Written on 12th, April 2021
The Redundancy Support Service for Apprentices (ReSSA), launched by the Department for Education, provides clear, accessible advice and guidance to apprentices following redundancy, while supporting their next steps. It will help redundant apprentices to identify new apprenticeship and employment...
Read moreEmployer apprenticeship incentives increased up to £4,000!
Written on 5th, March 2021
The cash bonus scheme for hiring apprentices aged 25 and over is set to double to £3,000 and will be extended by six months. Rishi Sunak first introduced the financial incentive in August 2021, with employers receiving £2,000 to...
Read moreGovernment Traineeships
Written on 29th, January 2021
Through the ‘Plan for Jobs’ agenda to kickstart the economy, the government have committed to providing thousands of new traineeships to get young people aged 16 to 24 (up to 25 for those with an Education, Health and Care...
Read moreEmployer Incentive for Hiring an Apprentice
Written on 29th, January 2021
Employer Incentive overview: The Government have introduced an employer incentive to organisations wishing to hire a new apprentice between 1 August 2020 and 31 March 2021. This incentive is in addition to the £1,000 employers already receive for hiring an...
Read moreLearner of the Month
Written on 2nd, December 2020
Here at Professional Training Solutions, we love to celebrate the success of our learners! Congratulations to Luke Marklew for being recognised as Novembers Learner of the Month! “Luke has always demonstrated commitment to his Apprenticeship and ownership of his...
Read moreKickstart Scheme
Written on 10th, September 2020
Government Kickstart Scheme Information To complete our Kickstart expression of interest form, please click here. As part of the government’s Plan for Jobs, a new £2 billion Kickstart Scheme will create hundreds of thousands of new, fully subsidised jobs...
Read moreNew Level 4 and Level 5 Health and Social Care Apprenticeships
Written on 3rd, July 2020
2020 sees the launch of two new apprenticeship standards, the Level 4 Leader Practitioner in Adult Care and the Level 5 Leader in Adult Care Apprenticeship. Both apprenticeships will guide and inspire team members to make a difference to...
Read moreThe Benefits of Recruiting an Apprentice
Written on 12th, June 2020
Here at Professional Training Solutions, we want to discuss the benefits of taking on an Apprentice. Not only are apprenticeships an exciting opportunity for the learner but also the employer. It’s an effective and productive way of growing talent...
Read moreThe Benefits of an Apprenticeship
Written on 12th, June 2020
Here at Professional Training Solutions, we want to discuss the benefits of choosing the route of an apprenticeship. Apprenticeships have many benefits that can often be overlooked. Not only are they an exciting opportunity but can be a great...
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