How do I know if my Apprentice is on track?

Once enrolled, your Apprentice will be given access to a comprehensive ePortfolio system, this is a digital platform designed to support, track and monitor their learning journey. This system allows them to meticulously track all their evidence of learning, skills development, and achievements throughout their apprenticeship. You can view the standard user guide for employers here.

As their line manager, you will also be granted access to this system, providing you with a valuable tool to monitor their progress closely. This access will enable you to gain insight into their development and progress, identify any areas where they may be excelling, and pinpoint specific aspects where they might require additional support or guidance. This collaborative approach ensures that both you and your Apprentice are aligned with their trainer in your understanding of their personal journey of development, and is designed to foster a supportive environment that encourages growth and success. You can access our tailored guide to accessing the SHCG portal here.

This system is also where we officially document your learner's triparty reviews.

Why bother with triparty reviews?

As we will discuss during your onboarding, an Apprenticeship is a 3 way contract between Apprentice, Employer and Training Provider so it is important that all 3 parties meet regularly throughout the programme to ensure expectations are being met and any concerns or issues are being addressed. While you remain the Apprentice's employer throughout (and hopefully beyond) their Apprenticeship programme, these reviews can be really helpful to you too in achieving the following:

Early identification of issues:

Regular reviews allow employers to catch potential problems early on, such as skill gaps or workplace challenges, enabling timely interventions and adjustments to the training plan.
Tailored development opportunities:

By actively participating in reviews, employers can provide specific feedback and tailor learning experiences to match the apprentice's individual needs and the company's requirements.
Improved communication and collaboration:

Reviews provide a platform for open communication between the apprentice, employer, and training provider, fostering a collaborative environment to address concerns and ensure everyone is aligned on goals.
Performance management and goal setting:

Reviews allow employers to set clear expectations, track progress against goals, and provide constructive feedback to help the apprentice reach their full potential.
Increased apprentice retention:

Demonstrating active involvement in their development through regular reviews can make apprentices feel valued and more likely to stay with the company after completing the program.
Positive impact on business operations:

By ensuring apprentices are acquiring the necessary skills, employers can directly benefit from a more efficient and productive workforce.

If you're struggling with an Apprentice who is already on a course with us, whether it's them or us who are not meeting your expectations right now we want to know as early as possible so we can fix it. Please take a couple of minutes to report your issue on this simple form.