New Entrant Support Team (NEST)

Finding and recruiting an apprentice can be simple, but if you need support our New Entrant Support Team (NEST) are on hand to help you every step of the way.

New Entrant Support Team (NEST) Created to support employers across the UK, this hands-on free support can cover recruitment, paperwork, accessing grants & funding, and ongoing mentoring throughout the apprenticeship.

Contact NEST today and find out how your local New Entrant Support Team adviser can help you today.

Call: 0300 4566431

Email: newentrant.team@citb.co.uk

Why should you hire an apprentice?

Apprenticeships are the bedrock of the construction industry. They are preparing the next generation of construction workers and represent an exciting option for both apprentice and employer.

You can employ apprentices at different levels, from school leavers and university graduates, to people who want to further their careers or change career direction completely.

Not only will your apprentice be gaining from the experience, as an employer you will too. It’s a mutually beneficial relationship which helps the apprentice learn and develop new skills that directly improve your business, helping both to grow

Apprentices can benefit your business in many ways:

• Develop specific skills your business needs

• A more cost-effective way to recruit staff

• Earn more money: 78% of employers say apprentices improve their productivity

• An extra pair of hands allows you to take on more work

• Future-proof your business

• Apprenticeships can be flexibly tailored to the needs of your business

• Employing an apprentice can teach your whole workforce new skills

• Energy, enthusiasm and motivation - apprentices bring all three

Financial support available

In England, Scotland and Wales grants & funding are available to support you and your apprentice.

You could be eligible for grants that cover attendance, achievement, travel, accommodation and more.

See Apprenticeship Grants or speak to your NEST adviser, or Apprentice Development Officer if you’re in Scotland, to find out what support is available.