Apprenticeships: Opportunities for Charities
At Kingston Voluntary Action, we believe in empowering the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector through meaningful career pathways.
Why Apprenticeships Matter
Apprenticeships provide a unique opportunity for organisations to:
- Upskills Current Staff: Cost-effective upskilling helps existing employees learn new skills, preparing the organisation for future needs and reducing skill gaps.
- Promotes Workforce Diversity: Apprenticeships attract talent from various backgrounds and ages, broadening the organisation’s reach within the local community.
- Boosts Retention and Loyalty: Apprentices are more likely to remain with the organisation, helping to reduce turnover and improve team cohesion.
- Maximises Funding: Apprenticeships allow organisations to leverage government funding, making workforce development more financially sustainable.
- Develops Skilled Talent: Apprenticeships provide an affordable path to cultivating a highly skilled and motivated workforce, tailored to the organisation's needs.
- Increases Productivity: Studies show that 78% of employers experience productivity gains with apprenticeships, fuelling organisational growth.
- Increases Innovation: Apprentices bring fresh perspectives and ideas, which can inspire innovation and adaptability within the team.
Opportunities for Charities
We work closely with local partners to connect charities with apprenticeship schemes tailored to their needs. KVA is currently supporting 2 apprenticeship opportunities:
- Virgin Media O2 Wholesale Social Value Offer
£20,000 for Kingston Organisations
VMO2
Learn more VMO2 offer to Kingston
- NHS Levy - Empowering the Health & Social Care (H&SC) Through Apprenticeships and Workforce Development
- New VMO2 Offer - open to all boroughs
Learn more about VMO2 offer to all
For more information, please email: eneida.capaldi@kva.org.uk