Trust leads the way on high quality apprenticeships

Southport & Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust will today (Friday) become the first organisation in the country to sign up to UNISON’s apprenticeship charter. The charter ensures that apprenticeships deliver a positive outcome for both apprentices and employers. The charter commits the Trust to provide apprenticeships that are well-funded, high quality and that lead to a meaningful job.  Apprentices will receive the correct rate for the job they are doing, high quality training, and a safe and healthy working environment. UNISON assistant general secretary Christina McAnea – who will be in Southport to sign the charter later today – said: “We are delighted the Trust has decided to sign up our charter, publicly signalling its commitment to structured learning.  “The contribution of apprentices to the workplace is too often overlooked, and unfortunately many young people find themselves exploited, working long hours for low wages, with little support.  “Yet by properly investing in the workforce of tomorrow, employers can nurture talent and help fill the skills gap – and give a boost to the local economy at the same time.  “It’s very welcome that the Trust views apprenticeships as an investment in its future workforce, rather than a short-term source of cheap labour. We hope many other employers will soon follow their lead.” Interim chief executive Karen Jackson said: “The Trust is delighted to be able to support UNISON’s charter. Apprentice...
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