by Ginger Nut Training | Sep 25, 2026 | Blog, Skills & Careers
At Ginger Nut Training, we are passionate about helping young people understand the opportunities available to them and empowering them to make informed decisions about their future careers. Recently, members of the Ginger Nut Training team attended the Annual Careers...
by Ginger Nut Training | Apr 24, 2025 | Skills & Careers
The apprenticeship landscape in England is continuously evolving, driven by technological advancements, changing workforce dynamics, and educational innovations. Here are some key industry trends that aspiring apprentices should be aware of: Hybrid Apprenticeships...
by Ginger Nut Training | Nov 24, 2024 | Skills & Careers
The UK Treasury has revealed an 18% increase in the minimum hourly wage for apprentices, raising it from £6.40 to £7.55, effective from April 2025. This is part of a broader set of wage increases, which also include hikes in the national living wage and national...
by Ginger Nut Training | Sep 19, 2024 | Skills & Careers
What Is the ESFA and Why Is It Closing? The Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) is a government agency in the UK responsible for funding education and skills training for schools, apprenticeships, and other education providers. It oversees financial management...
by Ginger Nut Training | Apr 26, 2024 | Blog, Skills & Careers
Apprenticeships in the UK as the government announced their 2024 Apprenticeship Reforms, pledging £60 million towards a more effective apprenticeship levy system. This package aims to create up to 20,000 more apprenticeships, targeting younger individuals and small...
by Ginger Nut Training | Dec 21, 2023 | Blog, Skills & Careers
NEWS Apprenticeship Wage Set To Rise Significantly In April 2024 Here for the word of the month? Click here. There is some exciting news on the horizon for apprentices… The UK Treasury has announced a significant 21% increase in the minimum hourly wage for...
