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Hire a school-based apprentice or trainee
School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships provide students aged 15 years or older with valuable employment skills, hands-on industry experience and a nationally recognised qualification, while still completing secondary school qualifications.
What are the benefits of employing a School-Based Apprentice or Trainee?
Employing a School-based Apprentice or Trainee gives you the chance to:
Recruit keen young staff before they graduate from high school
Employ and train a young person part-time in your business
Meet the current and future skills need of your business
Give a young person realistic exposure to your industry
Employers may be eligible for government financial incentives
How does a School-Based Traineeship work?
A school-based apprenticeship is a team effort, between:
Employer (hires the student part time)
Registered Training Organisation (RTO) – provides accredited training
School – supports the adjusted work and study schedule for the student
Student – attends employment hours and school, completes accredited training component. (NB Parental consent required)
Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider (AASN) – helps with information on eligibility and helps the student and employer register the apprenticeship and apply for incentives (where available)
Hear from a school-based apprenticeship student
Interested in more information?
Contact us and we will connect you with local schools and AASN providers to help you get started.
Michelle Holland
E: Michelle.holland@gswlocaljobs.com.au
M: 0488 222 329
