Recruit an Apprentice Electrician
If you’re an employer or a business considering hiring an apprentice, you’re in the right place. Rebus Training can help you find the perfect apprentice to suit your team.
"How do I take on an Apprentice?"
In this video: We explain how taking on an electrical apprentice works, how we match you with candidates, and how to claim
available funding for your business.
Government Incentives are available!
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There are currently some significant incentives for employers recruiting apprentices in England:
100% government-funded training for eligible young apprentices
For
new apprenticeship starts from 1st August 2026, employers who do not pay the Apprenticeship Levy can have 100%
of the training and assessment costs funded by government,
up to the relevant funding band maximum, for apprentices aged 16–24, subject to eligibility.
Explore guidance, FAQs and advice to help you hire an apprentice with confidence.
Have questions about hiring an apprentice? Contact our team for details on our apprentice applicants.
Up to £2,000 hiring payment
From 1st October 2026, eligible non-levy-paying employers can receive a £2,000 payment when recruiting a new apprentice aged 16–24.
The apprentice must have joined the employer within the previous three months and meet the relevant eligibility requirements.
Additional £1,000 employer payment
Employers can also receive £1,000 towards the additional costs of supporting an apprentice aged 16–18, or certain eligible apprentices aged 19–24, including those who have been in care or have an Education, Health and Care Plan.
Benefits of Hiring Electrical Apprentices
If your business is considering taking on an Electrical Apprentice we can support you throughout the process, including helping you find suitable candidates, guiding you through the funding reservation process, and advising you on the government financial incentives and funding available to eligible employers.
If you’re interested in taking on an apprentice, please get in touch to discuss the next steps!
Finding Candidates
When you’re ready to take on an apprentice, we can help you find the right fit for your team with the "Find an Apprentice" service website and our own social media platforms. We also have a pool of Rebus candidates who are actively seeking apprentice opportunities.
What our employers have to say about us
We partner with brilliant employers to help them find, train, and retain electrical talent. Read real feedback from the businesses we
work with to see how straightforward and beneficial the process can be.
Ready to hire an electrical apprentice?
We make recruitment simple. Our team will help you secure funding, apply for grants, arrange job advertisements, and find the right candidate.
