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A guide to apprenticeships

Construction is a booming industry in the UK. The latest report from CITB predict that over 230,000 UK construction jobs will be created over the next 5 years.  Steve Radley, of the CITB, has said “This positive forecast should inspire more people to start apprenticeships, and more firms to take them on.”  This makes it clear that construction an appealing choice for those embarking on their careers.

Apprentices in construction are able to learn while in full time employment, have an average wage of £170 per week and are able to gain  a nationally recognised qualification. Perhaps the real advantage of  an apprenticeship is, however, the opportunity to get hands on experience. This give you a practical understanding of the industry and looks great on your CV.

While being an apprentice in construction involves a lot of hard work, the rewards can make it more than worthwhile. Salaries

While the UK construction industry is booming, its future growth depends on its ability to attract talent. In fact, it has been projected that the growth of the sector will require the creation of over quarter of a million new jobs.

To help meet this challenge companies of all sizes are being encouraged to hire apprentices. Employing an apprentice will not only help you company, but will help ensure the future of the sector as a whole.

As you can see from the graphic below, many employers within the construction industry have improved their companies through the hiring of apprentices. It is also telling that companies that hire apprentices are popular with consumers.

To learn more about how to hire an apprentice, and the benefits of doing so, please look through the infographic below.

We're very fortunate that Tom Laws, from the National Careers Service, has agreed to share some of his tips for employers thinking