The ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ Apprenticeship Levy Transfer scheme
Supporting local organisations and developing the regional economy.
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ (²ÝÁñÊÓƵ) Leicester is pleased to introduce its Apprenticeship Levy Transfer scheme for the 2024/25 academic year. This initiative aims to support local organisations in developing their internal talent pools and enhance the regional economy.
Understanding the Apprenticeship Levy
Introduced in 2017, the Apprenticeship Levy requires employers in England with an annual payroll over £3 million to contribute 0.5% of their payroll bill monthly. These funds are exclusively used to pay for apprenticeship training with approved providers.
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ’s commitment
We will share our unused Apprenticeship Levy funds each year with eligible organisations to cover apprenticeship training costs, benefiting both the employer and the apprentice.
The Apprenticeship Levy Transfer builds on ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ's apprenticeship approach by providing valuable support to organisations looking to upskill their current workforce or bring in new talent. This also aligns with our mission to address regional skills gaps.
Supporting your organisation’s growth
All employers are invited to apply for the ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ Apprenticeship Levy Transfer and access cost-effective, fully funded training and development opportunities. However, priority is given to those who:
- Are based in Leicestershire
- Share ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ’s values of sustainability and widening participation
- Or who support priority sectors identified by the .
If you’re interested in exploring how our Apprenticeship Levy Transfer scheme can benefit your organisation, please read our FAQ and Terms and Conditions and then complete the .
If you have any queries, please contact Jillie Oliver jillie.oliver@dmu.ac.uk.
Our apprenticeship offerings
As one of the region’s training providers, ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ is committed to delivering a high-quality apprenticeship provision for both external employers and current or future university staff.
Employers whose applications are successful must source an approved training provider. The apprenticeship programme does not need to be run by ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ but we do provide high-quality Higher and Degree Apprenticeship programmes in areas including:
- Leadership and Management
- Data and digital technology
- Public Sector Services
These programmes combine first-class teaching and research excellence, superb facilities and a central location in the city of Leicester – all designed to meet the evolving needs of businesses in today’s competitive marketplace. For more information go to our Higher and Degree Apprenticeship webpage or contact the team at businessservices@dmu.ac.uk.
If you would like to explore training providers that offer Intermediate and Advanced Apprenticeships instead, Leicester City Council can support you. Contact employmenthub@leicester.gov.uk.