An 18-year-old apprentice, working 40 hours per week on a 2-year construction programme, can generate up to £14,975.60 in grants, incentives, and savings for your business.
Eligible employers can access funding through the CITB Apprenticeship Grants Scheme, including:
Full details can be found at:
Total CITB support: Up to £8,500
REMEMBER – ACE Training can help introduce your business to the relevant CITB contact to get started.
Employers can also receive an additional £1,000 government incentive for taking on an eligible apprentice.
Full details can be found at:
https://www.gov.uk/employing-an-apprentice/get-funding
Apprentice minimum wage rates (as of current guidance):
National Minimum Wage information can be found at:
https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates
Full guidance on NI exemptions can be found at:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-insurance-contributions-for-under-25s-employer-guide/paying-employer-national-insurance-contributions-for-apprentices-under-25
| Source | Amount |
| CITB Grants | £8,500 |
| Government Incentive | £1,000 |
| Employers’ NI Savings | £5,475.60 |
| Total | £14,975.60 |
If you choose to pay the apprentice minimum wage (£7.55/hour) rather than £10/hour for the full two years, your business could save an additional £5,096 in wages.
By taking on an apprentice, you are not only saving money, you are investing in skilled talent, strengthening your team and supporting the future of the construction industry.
