The window fitting industry is no stranger to skill shortages. Apprenticeships provide a clear, cost-effective path to filling employment gaps.
Three Reasons Why
By offering structured training programs, apprenticeships create opportunities for young people to develop practical skills while contributing directly to your business. For employers, it’s a win-win: fill skill gaps, increase productivity, and build loyalty within your team. Here’s why they’re worth considering:
Cost-Effective Training
The government covers the bulk of training costs for apprentices.
Improved Retention Rates
Apprentices are more likely to remain loyal to the businesses that trained them.
A Competitive Edge
A skilled workforce leads to better service, higher client satisfaction, and repeat business.
Cost-Effective Training
The government covers the bulk of training costs for apprentices.
Improved Retention Rates
Apprentices are more likely to remain loyal to the businesses that trained them.
A Competitive Edge
A skilled workforce leads to better service, higher client satisfaction, and repeat business.
Training Grants
If your business has a wage bill under £3 million, you’re eligible for significant government support:
95% Training Cost Coverage
For apprentices over 19 years old, the government will pay 95% of training costs. For example, if training costs £5,000, you’ll pay just £250, with the government covering the remaining £4,750.
Youth Wage Grant
From April 2025, the apprentice wage is set at £7.55 per hour for those under 19. Additionally, employers receive a £1,000 grant for each apprentice in this age group.
These incentives make it easier than ever for small window fitting businesses to invest in apprenticeships.
95% Training Cost Coverage
For apprentices over 19 years old, the government will pay 95% of training costs. For example, if training costs £5,000, you’ll pay just £250, with the government covering the remaining £4,750.
Youth Wage Grant
From April 2025, the apprentice wage is set at £7.55 per hour for those under 19. Additionally, employers receive a £1,000 grant for each apprentice in this age group.
These incentives make it easier than ever for small window fitting businesses to invest in apprenticeships.
Retention Stats
Retention is often a concern for employers, but apprenticeships are a good way to hold on staff:
96% Employment Continuity
Multiverse, a leading apprenticeship provider, reports that 96% of their early career apprentices stayed in work after completing their programs.
61% Long-Term Loyalty
According to the Institute of Student Employers (ISE), 61% of apprentices remain with their original employer after five years.
86% Employer Satisfaction
A BPP.com survey revealed that 86% of employers say apprenticeships helped them develop skills directly relevant to their organisation.
These statistics highlight the long-term value of apprenticeships for small businesses in the window fitting industry.
By leveraging these resources, you can effectively fund and manage apprenticeships tailored to your business needs and fuel the next generation.
96% Employment Continuity
Multiverse, a leading apprenticeship provider, reports that 96% of their early career apprentices stayed in work after completing their programs.
61% Long-Term Loyalty
According to the Institute of Student Employers (ISE), 61% of apprentices remain with their original employer after five years.
86% Employer Satisfaction
A BPP.com survey revealed that 86% of employers say apprenticeships helped them develop skills directly relevant to their organisation.
These statistics highlight the long-term value of apprenticeships for small businesses in the window fitting industry.
By leveraging these resources, you can effectively fund and manage apprenticeships tailored to your business needs and fuel the next generation.
