Placed Employee Apprentices
As part of the response to the Leitch Review the
- Full-time education at school or college
- Work-based learning such as an apprenticeship
- Part-time education or training
Young people will still be able to work in businesses, providing they are engaged in at least part-time education or training.
Placed Employee Apprenticeship (PEA) schemes allow 16-18 year olds to meet the legal requirements of the proposed legislation whilst providing a cost-effective way for businesses to employ young people who are broadening their skills base.
Who are Placed Employee Apprentices?
PEAs are usually individuals aged 16-18 who will:
- Work towards an industry-recognised qualification while at work
- Work 5 days per week (not exceeding 37.5 hours per week)
- Be employed on a fixed term contract
- Be on a Contract of Apprenticeship that classifies them as a “worker”
- Be paid a minimum of £80 per week* with reimbursement of travel expenses (e.g. bus pass) normally required
*Protocol Skills recommends a minimum weekly wage of £100 per week (VAT is chargeable on any training allowance).
What are the employer benefits?
- Access to funding support
- Recruit individuals who are genuinely interested in working for your business
- Access to motivated people who are keen to learn and progress
- Learners gain knowledge and skills that immediately benefit your business
- Employees with better customer care skills improve customer loyalty
Increased employee motivation - Recruit individuals who are genuinely interested in working for your business
Please click here for a downloadable version of our Placed Employee Apprentices brochure or you can view our fact sheet.
Useful links
Further information on the Leitch review
Implications of the Leitch review for employers
Details of the Education and Skills Bill