LATEST NEWS
Calling all Levy Paying Employers
Calling all Levy Paying Employers! The Apprenticeship Levy is a statutory tax paid by levy-paying employers to HMRC. Funds generated from these levy contributions are made available to employers through their Apprenticeship Service (DAS) account and can be used to fund approved apprenticeship training and assessment.
From August 2026, funds entering an employer’s DAS account expire after 12 months if they are not used (levy funds expire on a rolling basis). Once expired, these funds cannot be reclaimed and are used to support apprenticeship funding across the wider skills system in England.
National Apprenticeship Week 2026
Join JBC Skills Training for National Apprenticeship Week 2026. Access live sessions, apprenticeship insights, and resources for learners and employers.
Could One of Your Existing Staff Be Trained Through an Apprenticeship?
Most employers assume apprenticeships are only for new starters or young people. In reality, many successful apprenticeships are used to develop existing staff, improving skills, retention, and productivity without hiring. This guide explains when apprenticeships work for current employees, when they don’t, and how to check suitability before committing.
🚀 Digital Productivity Isn’t Just a Buzzword… It’s a Business Advantage.
In a world where AI and digital tools are reshaping how we work, many employers are asking the same question: How do we keep up? The answer might be closer […]
CEIAG Strategy at JBC Skills: Empowering Apprentices for the Future
At JBC Skills Training, we believe that high-quality careers education is vital to empowering the next generation of professionals. That’s why we’re proud to unveil our refreshed Careers Education, Information, […]
Parents & Carer Blog 2024-2025
Empowering Futures: A Guide for Parents and Carers of Apprentices Welcome, parents and carers! You’re an essential part of your child’s journey as they embark on an exciting apprenticeship with […]
Strategic Plan for CEIAG Apprenticeship Program: 2024-2025
Welcome to Your Future: Navigating Your Apprenticeship Journey Are you ready to build a successful career? The CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice, and Guidance) Apprenticeship Program at JBC Skills Training […]
How AI Is Becoming Your Digital Coworker (And Why That’s Not a Bad Thing)
Remember when we thought robots were coming to steal all our jobs? Well… they kind of are. But plot twist: they also might be the best coworkers we’ve ever had. […]
Why Employers Should Attend JBC Graduation 2025
t’s Not Just a Celebration…🏆 You know what they say: “If you’re not at the graduation, you’re not in the conversation!” (Ok, maybe we just made that up, but it […]
Driving Success: How Rory McIlroy’s Resilience Mirrors Apprenticeship Journeys
The roar of the crowd, the tension in the air, the precision of each swing – Rory McIlroy’s hypothetical Masters 2025 victory embodies more than just sporting prowess; it mirrors […]