Andrew Kelly's Success Story

Andrew Kelly Unique LPG based at Caldershaw Business Centre on Ings Lane Rochdale commenced trading in 2010, trade quickly increased. Gary Coleman the proprietor recognised the need to recruit an employee and was keen to get an Apprentice on board, he felt that recruiting a young person would allow him to train the individual to his standards and the companies’ way of doing things and learn certain aspects of the job from scratch. Gary contacted Orchard Training Solutions the employer engagement arm of Hopwood Hall College, following organisational needs analysis which confirmed the need for an Apprentice, Orchard then assisted with the recruitment process.

Andrew had already expressed an interest to do an apprenticeship and Orchard Training sent his CV to Unique, together with other CVs from other candidate’s, he was shortlisted for an interview and following a successful work trial was offered a permanent position.

Orchard then arranged for Andrew to continue his learning at Hopwood Hall College and arranged a day release college attendance which he commenced in January 2011.The Apprenticeship programme offers a flexible approach towards enrolment on to the course.

Andrew feels he has really developed in his time at Unique, he is learning new things every day, this he explained makes him feel better in himself, his self-esteem has increased, he is more confident and really enjoying his work.

The future is looking good for both Andrew and Unique, Gary is supportive of Andrew achieving the LPGA certificate, this is a specialised course resulting in him being accredited to complete the LPG fuel conversions without assistance and so will provide opportunity to increase business and who knows Gary said “we will then look at recruiting another Apprentice!”

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Hopwood Hall College offers up to 4,500 pounds to employ apprentices!

Training@Hopwood (The employer engagement arm of Hopwood Hall College) is currently offering employers incentives of £1,500 to recruit apprentices into existing teams. Employers can recruit up to 3 new apprentices under the incentive scheme.

The offer is available to employers with fewer than 250 employees, who have not recruited an apprentice in the previous three years. The apprentice must be between 16-24 years of age.

The aim from government is to get young people back into work, whilst supporting them in developing the skills they require for a successful career. The apprenticeship route via Hopwood Hall College offers an excellent boost to employers, improving the bottom line, competitiveness and overall cost effectiveness.

The apprenticeship team offer several training options to suite your business – We pride ourselves in having something for everyone in the workplace to meet all your training needs.

Apprentices can be new or existing employees between 16-64 years of age. The incentive is only on offer for those aged 16-24. We have more than 200 different apprenticeships available, including accounting, team leading, management and butchery.

So if you have job vacancies why not consider taking on an apprentice? We offer a free recruitment service – bringing you the best candidates. It's a great opportunity to give a young person a fantastic start to their career and give you the competitive edge. You can talk to one of the Apprentice team on 0161 654 4373.

Training@Hopwood is a major provider of bespoke training tailored to your needs, and your specifications either locally, on your premises or in the College.