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Apprenticeship Hiring Incentives: How can the 2021 Budget benefit the Digital and IT Industries?

This week, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a significant expansion of apprenticeship hiring incentives for employers in the 2021 Budget.

The government grants for employers to hire apprentices have been extended until September 2021, with employer incentive payments of up to £4000 being made..

How to Claim Your Apprentice Incentive Grant: An Employer's Guide to the Apprenticeship Service

The extension of the Government’s apprenticeship hiring incentives announced by Rishi Sunak in the 2021 Budget have the potential to be transformational for young people and employers alike.

Alongside a much-needed cash boost for businesses, the scheme encourages employers to grow their own..

Baltic's Employer Referral Scheme Raises £3250 for Charities

Baltic Apprenticeships have donated £3,250 to a range of charities since launching an employer referral scheme in 2019.

The referral scheme is an amazing way for our customers to spread the word about apprenticeships within their business networks and support their chosen charity at the same time...

Baltic Donates Laptops to Local School

Baltic Apprenticeships has donated 20 refurbished laptops for use by pupils at Our Lady and St Bede Catholic Academy in Stockton.

The donation, arranged through the Teesside Philanthropic Foundation's Digital Poverty Appeal, were presented to deputy head Donna Burns and assistant head Craig McLeod..

Meet the Team: What is a Learning Mentor?

Learning Mentors are a vital part of our training team. They are the friendly face and consistent contact for the duration of your apprenticeship programme. Every Baltic apprentice is assigned their very own Learning Mentor, who will work with you on a one-to-one basis and in small workshop groups.

A Parent's Guide to Apprenticeships

Every parent wants their child to get the best possible start in their career. Further Education, University and Apprenticeships have all changed a great deal in recent years. With so many different routes available to young people, it can be hard for school-leavers to know which path to take. And..

An Employer's Introduction to Apprenticeships: Train, Retain & Achieve

Apprenticeships are a powerful tool in your organisation's learning and development strategy - you just might not know it. During National Apprenticeship Week 2021, we’ll explore and celebrate the many ways that apprenticeships can help your company train, retain, and achieve.

What are..

Build The Future, Be The Future: How to Launch Your Tech Career

The world of technology is exciting and full of opportunity. While other industries are seeing a decline, thousands of jobs are being created in tech. If you’re thinking about starting your career in tech, but aren’t sure where to start, this is the blog for you.

Which Tech Career Path is Right for..

National Apprenticeship Week 2021: Build the Future

It's our favourite time of year again! National Apprenticeship Week is taking place across the country from 8th to 14th February.

This is an excellent time to celebrate the ways that apprenticeships can change lives, boost businesses, and kickstart some incredible careers. This year, the theme is..