Investing in Talent: How Apprenticeships Strengthen Businesses
Apprenticeships are not just beneficial for learners—they transform businesses. From tackling skills shortages to building future-ready teams, forward-thinking companies are embracing apprenticeships as a strategic workforce solution.
With 90% of apprentices staying with their employer after completing their programme, businesses gain skilled, committed employees who understand their organisation from the inside out.
But don’t just take our word for it—here’s what employers have to say about the real impact of apprenticeships.
"A culture of knowledge-sharing and career growth"
📢 Mark Rearden, Dedalus
"There’s always a willingness within the apprentice cohort to share knowledge and support their colleagues. I think a lot of that comes from the fact that they all joined at the same point—they're all changing careers. That shared experience fosters a culture of collaboration, and the impact on our teams has been incredible."
At Dedalus, apprenticeships have not only upskilled individuals but have enhanced team dynamics, with apprentices bringing fresh ideas and supporting innovation.
"A flexible and effective way to build a skilled team"
📢 Gary Brindley, Step 3 Digital
"Apprenticeships are a fantastic way for young people to get into a career and gain qualifications. The Coders Guild has made the apprenticeship experience even better with their experienced trainers and flexibility in allowing us to customise the training to fit our business needs. It worked so well the first time—we hired another apprentice straight away!"
Step 3 Digital saw immediate value in their apprenticeship programme, leading them to expand their investment in apprentices to build a sustainable talent pipeline.
"Customised training to drive business success"
📢 Sonia Gandhi, Mastek UK
"At Mastek, we knew that to stay competitive, we needed a talent pipeline equipped with the exact skills our teams required. Partnering with The Coders Guild, we co-designed a Level 4 DevOps Apprenticeship, tailored to our systems, tools, and workflows."
This collaboration, along with Generation, allowed Mastek to identify and train the right candidates. As a result, they successfully launched a 13-month apprenticeship, accelerating the learning process and nearly halving the usual 24-month timeframe.
By working with The Coders Guild, they've not only streamlined their hiring process but also brought in highly skilled, enthusiastic apprentices who are now an integral part of their teams.
Why More Employers Are Turning to Apprenticeships?
Apprenticeships are proven to deliver long-term business benefits, including:
✅ Filling critical skills gaps – Tailor training to meet industry needs.
✅ Boosting retention – Apprentices are more likely to stay long-term.
✅ Lowering recruitment costs – Develop talent in-house instead of hiring externally.
✅ Driving innovation – Apprentices bring fresh ideas and perspectives.
With £550 million per year contributed by apprentices to the UK economy, investing in apprenticeships isn’t just good for business—it’s good for the future of the industry.
Looking to grow your team with highly skilled apprentices? Join the companies already reaping the benefits of apprenticeship programmes.
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