Sourcing and retaining key knowledge and expertise is paramount to the success and growth of any organisation, as well as advancement of personal career goals. So, whether you are looking for ways to improve the skills of your team; considering developing your own knowledge; or you are a parent of an employed individual who wishes to gain a degree qualification without getting themselves into debt - look no further!
Tuesday 23rd April 2024, 6pm – 8.30pm, Postgraduate Centre (Ground Floor), Luton Campus
Our upcoming event aims to address and solve recruitment challenges faced by employers within the Muslim community, provide valuable insights and guidance on recruiting and retaining essential staff by enhancing their skills to higher and degree education levels - all facilitated by loan-free funding from the UK Government and costing less than £500 per year to your business.
By joining our FREE event, you will be introduced to a carefully selected group of industry experts, local professionals and peers. Whether you are a large or small business, private, public or third sector organisation, you can help your employees earn a degree without the need for loans - retaining their unique skillset in your business as well as keeping you ahead of the curve.
All of this, whilst enjoying refreshments and networking opportunity in one of Bedfordshire’s most innovative and forward-thinking institutions.
Event highlights:
- Discover available support mechanisms to address challenges faced by employers
- Learn about accessible loan-free government funding that could cover at least 95% of the training costs - easing financial burdens whilst accommodating diverse needs
- Gain insight into the array of degree apprenticeship programmes available for organisations across all industries and sectors
- Network and connect with like-minded professionals, sharing experiences and creating opportunities for collaboration and growth
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Start time: 6:00pm End time: 6:30pm (30 minutes) |
Activity: Arrival, networking & refreshments (Prayer facilities available) |
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Start time: 6:30pm End time: 6:35pm (5 minutes) |
Item 1 | Welcome, Housekeeping and Introductions Speaker: Rhidian Lewis, University Apprenticeships Lead – University of Bedfordshire |
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Start time: 6:35pm End time: 6:45pm (10 minutes) |
Item 2 | Available support to tackle recruitment and retention challenges in the community Speakers: Usamah Himdy - University's Visiting Lecturer and Consultant, Greystone Solicitors Rhidian Lewis - University Apprenticeships Lead – University of Bedfordshire |
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Start time: 6:45pm End time: 7:05pm (20 minutes) |
Item 3 | How Apprenticeships Work: The UOB offer and developments for the future
Speaker: Rhidian Lewis - University Apprenticeships Lead – University of Bedfordshire |
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Start time: 7:05pm End time: 7:15pm (10 minutes) |
Item 4 | University's Portfolio Highlights
Speakers: David Williams - Senior Tutor in Business and School Apprenticeship Lead, University of Bedfordshire Helen Heenan - Principal Lecturer and School Apprenticeship Lead, University of Bedfordshire |
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Start time: 7:15pm End time: 7:30pm (15 minutes)
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Item 5 | The value professional learners can bring to your business – Ask the Employer Delegates will hear from organisations about their experience employing learners. Speakers will share their first-hand experience of the value learners brought to their business, as well as the financial benefits and recruitment process. Speakers: Rosie Lay, Project Manager - United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority Paul McLaughlin, Lead for Advanced Roles - East London NHS Foundation Trust |
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Start time: 7:30pm End time: 7:45pm (15 minutes) |
Item 6 | Apprentice Spotlight Delegates will hear from professional learners on what made them decide to join a development programme, what they've learned from the experience and the benefits to their career, as well as to the organisation they are working in. Speakers: Alex Mortimer, Global Academic Partnerships Lead - ISC2 Sarah Grant, Project Manager - South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Video Presentation: Ellie O’Connor, Digital Marketing Assistant and Chelsea Smith, Self-Directed Support Team Leader |
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Start time: 7:45pm End time: 7:55pm (10 minutes) |
Item 7 | Next Steps for Businesses and Apprentices
Speaker: Rhidian Lewis - University Apprenticeships Lead – University of Bedfordshire |
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Start time: 7:55pm End time: 8:00pm (5 minutes) |
Item 8 |Thank you for attending & wrap-up |
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Start time: 8:00pm End time: 8.30pm (30 minutes)
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Activity: Networking & Refreshments (Prayer facilities available) |
REGISTRATION HAS NOW CLOSED.