How to Effectively Support Your Apprentice: A Guide for Managers
If you or your company have made the progressive decision to hire an apprentice in 2022, congratulations on making that call. Managing an apprentice effectively is crucial in helping them to grow and develop into a permanent member of your team. The task of managing your graduate apprenticeship candidate involves a range of calculated decisions by a dedicated manager. From mentoring approaches to setting appropriate goals, this guide will help you navigate the apprenticeship journey and get the most from your apprentice as they learn and grow.
Who should mentor an apprentice?Â
The best apprenticeship programmes have an assigned workplace mentor to guide and support them through their apprenticeship. Commonly someone like a line manager, a workplace mentor is someone who can manage your apprentice, delegating tasks, sharing knowledge, and providing guidance on a daily basis.