Positive return on investment

from higher productivity, quality of work, staff retention and employee satisfaction.

Increased competitiveness

resulting from a highly skilled workforce. 80% of businesses with a training programme say their programmes 'make them more competitive in our industry'.

Higher quality of work

74% of businesses felt that Apprentices started making a valuable contribution even before their training period was completed with 76% saying that their Apprenticeships programmes result in higher productivity.

Reduced costs

usually businesses find costs are reduced by improved productivity, government funding and less waste. 53% of businesses with a vocational training programme say they benefit from lower recruitment costs and 59% from lower overall training costs. This gives businesses a competitive advantage in a tight labour market by reducing training and recruitment costs.

Improved recruitment

businesses need new blood to ensure they are able to deliver their strategic business objectives. 65% of businesses with such programmes find they fill vacancies quicker and 70% say that they recruit a better calibre of candidate because of their programme.

Increased staff retention

vocational training programmes reduce external recruitment costs as a result of high retention rates. 57% of businesses feel that their Apprentices are more loyal then their non-Apprentices. Apprentices trained within your company will provide a strong foundation to your staff base and show your commitment to the future development of your business.

*Statistics taken from Populas 2008 survey of businesses with Apprenticeship programmes.

Stand-alone NVQs are available for employees of all ages, but are recommended for those over the age of 25, whom it is expected will have prior experience in the workplace. They are competency-based awards that reflect the core skills, knowledge and understanding underpin

a job role. Support can also be given with Basic Skills, such as literacy and numeracy, to those who require it.

Apprenticeships are available to employees of all ages. The aim of an Apprenticeship is to develop job related skills whilst providing relevant theory. The Apprenticeship frame work is made up of three elements:

• NVQ - JHP Training offer a range of vocational training courses.
• Technical Certificate - Develops employees' skills and knowledge in the technical aspects of their job role.
• Key Skills - Covers a wide range of transferable skills which are used everyday in the workplace and enable employees to become more flexible and productive.

JHP Group specialises in the following areas:

• Business Skills
• Management
• Team Leading
• Buisiness Administration
• Information Technology
• Customer Skills
• Customer Service
• Contact Centre (Call Handling)
• Distribution and Warehousing
• Active Leisure
• Leisure Management
• Activity Leadership
• Operational Services
• Retail Operations
• Care - further information available at www.jhpcare.com

Why Choose JHP Group?

Helping your company to achieve outstanding results is at the heart of everything we do. Our performance and retention rates consistently place us at the forefront of UK training providers and we are constantly striving to exceed our own high standards.

We delivery vocational qualifications which offer many practical advantages over traditional programmes:

• Conducted in the workplace with no need for day release or evening classes. Staff spend minimal time away from the workplace and learn through experience.
• Training is integrated directly into your employee's job role ensuring that they are immediately able to put their new skills into practice.
• The flexible nature of vocational training accommodates part-time and irregular working hours to fit the pattern of your business - we will visit staff where and when it is convenient.
• We design tailored training programmes to fit the individual needs of your business and employees.
• " We can offer you a complete recruitment and training solution that reflects the needs of your business.