Many employers are concerned about April's rise in employer national insurance contributions from 13.8% on salaries over £9,100, to 15% on salaries above £5,000. But did you know, if your apprentice is under 25, on an approved apprenticeship, and earning below the specified threshold, you will not have to pay employer National Insurance contributions on their earnings. This can lead to significant cost savings for your business.

If your final assessment for your apprenticeship involves as Professional Discussion ( sometimes referred to as a Project Showcase), then it can be nerve racking. The best way to eliminate the End Point Assessment nerves is to be as prepared as possible. Remember, the assessor is on your side! Here are some tips to consider if you're wondering how to prepare for your EPA:

Through my mentor at work I was lucky enough to get a chance to shadow a floor manager at ITV Daytime during a live broadcast of This Morning. This was a really exciting opportunity as it is an area of the business my team never gets to come across and production is a big interest of mine.