Frequently Asked Questions
A: Yes. Apprentices have the same rights as employees and therefore a contract must be in place that outlines the statutory basics (pay, hours, benefits, role, position, etc) outlined in the Employment Rights Act 1996.
A: It is certainly possible to use your Employment Contract as a baseplate for creating an Apprenticeship Agreement. Of course, changes will need to be made, particularly because apprenticeships are required to spend at least 20% of their hours in training, and most likely aren’t in a permanent position. However, when adapting an employment contract, be sure to make sure apprentices are on similar terms as an employee (such as juniors) otherwise there could be a potential claim for unfair discrimination.