Unlock Apprenticeship opportunities with a shared hosting arrangement

In today’s dynamic business environment, finding the right balance between staffing needs and budget constraints can be challenging. For many businesses, especially small to medium enterprises, the need for additional staff is evident, but the commitment to a full-time employee might not be feasible. This is where a shared hosting arrangement for apprentices and trainees can be a game-changer.

Need Extra Staff but Can’t Commit to Full-Time?

A shared hosting arrangement offers a flexible and cost-effective solution for businesses that need extra hands but are not ready to commit to a full-time employee. This innovative approach allows businesses to share an apprentice with another host employer, thereby maximising flexibility and minimising costs.

What is a Shared Hosting Arrangement?

Skillinvest provides a unique solution for employers who need apprentices but lack the capacity to employ them full-time. Through a shared hosting arrangement, two employers can share the responsibility of hosting an apprentice. This arrangement is designed to cater to the specific needs of both businesses, ensuring that the apprentice gains a diverse range of skills and experiences.

How Does It Work?

1. Dual Placement: One apprentice is hosted by two employers. This dual placement allows the apprentice to work in different environments, gaining a broader skill set and more varied experience.
2. Flexible Schedule: The shared placement arrangements are negotiated to suit the business needs of both employers. This flexibility ensures that the apprentice can contribute effectively to both workplaces without overburdening either employer.
3. Seamless Transition: Skillinvest manages the payroll and administration, ensuring a smooth transition between the two workplaces. Additionally, Skillinvest offers ongoing mentorship and support to both the employers and the apprentice, ensuring that the arrangement is beneficial for all parties involved.

Benefits of a Shared Hosting Arrangement

• Cost-Effective: By sharing the costs associated with employing an apprentice, businesses can benefit from additional staff without the financial burden of a full-time salary.
• Flexibility: The ability to negotiate a flexible schedule means that businesses can have the extra help they need during peak times without committing to a full-time arrangement.
• Diverse Experience for Apprentices: Apprentices benefit from working in different environments, gaining a wider range of skills and experiences that can enhance their career prospects.
• Support and Mentorship: With Skillinvest managing the administrative aspects and providing ongoing support, both employers and apprentices can focus on the work at hand, knowing that they have a reliable support system in place.

Why Choose Skillinvest?

Skillinvest has a proven track record of successfully managing shared-host arrangements. Their expertise in handling the administrative and mentorship aspects ensures that both employers and apprentices have a positive and productive experience. By choosing Skillinvest, businesses can unlock the potential of apprenticeships without the full-time commitment.

If your business needs extra staff but you’re not ready to commit to a full-time arrangement, a shared hosting arrangement might be the perfect solution. This flexible and cost-effective approach allows you to benefit from the skills and energy of an apprentice while sharing the responsibility with another employer.

For more information about Skillinvest’s shared hosting arrangements, contact Skillinvest on 1300 135 008 and find out how this innovative solution can benefit your business.