Apprenticeships continue to be one of the most cost-effective ways for businesses to bring in new talent and upskill existing employees. With government funding available to employers of all sizes, there has never been a better time to explore what apprenticeships could do for your team.
Apprenticeship Funding for Employers
Apprenticeship funding in England is split into two routes depending on the size of your business. Employers with an annual wage bill of £3 million or more pay into the apprenticeship levy and can draw down those funds to cover the cost of apprenticeship training. Employers below this threshold can access government co-investment funding, meaning the government pays 95% of training costs and the employer contributes just 5%.
This makes apprenticeships highly accessible for businesses of all sizes — from small and medium-sized enterprises to large national organisations — and removes cost as a barrier to bringing on high-quality, structured training.
For more information on how funding works, visit the government's apprenticeship funding guidance.
Why Apprenticeships Are a Smart Investment
Apprenticeships allow businesses to develop talent in a structured, accredited way — whether hiring someone new or investing in the growth of an existing team member. They combine on-the-job learning with formal training, meaning apprentices develop practical skills that are directly relevant to their role from day one.
Wendy Spaxman, Apprenticeship Adviser at Professional Academy, works directly with employers to help them understand the funding available and find the right programme for their team. She highlights that apprenticeships give businesses an opportunity to think strategically about their workforce, plan ahead, and invest in the talent that will help them grow.
Apprenticeship Programmes Available
Professional Academy offers a range of fully funded apprenticeship programmes, delivered and supported by experienced professionals in sales, marketing, and business administration. Programmes available include:
- Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer
- Level 4 Marketing Executive
- Level 6 Marketing Manager
- Sales apprenticeships
- Business Administration apprenticeship
How Professional Academy Supports Your Journey
Whether you are an employer looking to grow your team or an individual looking to develop your career through an apprenticeship, Professional Academy has the expertise and the programmes to help. With over 27 years of experience in professional training and an Ofsted 'Good' rating, Professional Academy is a trusted apprenticeship provider for businesses across the UK.
To find out more about the apprenticeship programmes available and how funding could work for your business, contact the apprenticeships team, call 01223 365 505, email apprenticeships@professionalacademy.com, or book an advice call at a time to suit you.
