Employers
Apprenticeships are made for your business
With funding to support training across hundreds of nationally accredited qualifications, apprenticeships are a cost-effective way to secure the skills your business needs. Whether you want to upskill your workforce or recruit new staff, apprenticeships can help.
Benefits to your business
With Scottish Apprenticeships, you can:
attract, train and retain the skills you need
upskill your workforce or recruit new talent
boost productivity and innovation
get funding towards training costs
reduce recruitment costs and future-proof your business
Get free expert advice
Ready to take the next step and boost your business with apprenticeships? Contact us online and one of our specialist advisers will get in touch with you.
You can also call our dedicated employer helpline on 0800 783 6000.
What apprentice employers say
"Apprenticeships are central to our success. They’ve contributed to our impressive turnover and play a crucial role in ensuring we have a diverse and sustainable talent pipeline."
W M Donald Human Resources Manager, Rachel O’Donnell
“Apprentices bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas that help retain a competitive edge. When you combine that energy with the experience you already have, it’s a cocktail for success.”
GE Aerospace Apprentice Coordinator, Aidan McIntyre
“We introduced apprentices to address the digital skills gap. They bring fresh talent into the business and invigorate it.”
IBM Foundation Manager and Degree Apprentice Lead, Charlotte Fisher-Morecroft
What does an apprentice employer do?
employ apprentices just like other staff
develop your existing people or hire new employees
choose the apprenticeship framework that works best for you
partner with accredited learning providers
choose Foundation, Modern or Graduate Apprenticeships
get information, guidance and support from Skills Development Scotland
Explore different apprenticeship types
Discover the different types, or frameworks, of apprenticeships available in Scotland. Find out how the apprenticeship is funded, how long it takes and the qualifications the apprentices will gain.
Take the first step today
Want to find out how apprenticeships can benefit your business?
Fill in our short online form and one of our specialist advisers will get in touch with you.
You can also call our dedicated employer helpline on 0800 783 6000.
Modern Apprenticeships
With Modern Apprenticeships, new and existing employees will work towards an industry qualification. They'll bring new ideas, skills and vibrancy to your workplace.
Advertise your vacancies
You can reduce your costs by posting vacancies free on Apprenticeships.scot. Add a vacancy in our Employer account area – if you don't have an account already, it's quick and easy to register.