Apprenticeships 2026: Legal, Funding & Local Support for Employers
We are delighted to partner with Wilkin Chapman Rollits, Lincoln College and Lincolnshire County Council to deliver an insightful event around apprenticeships.
This seminar provides Team Lincolnshire Ambassadors with a clear, practical update on apprenticeship reforms in 2026. It covers levy changes, new foundation apprenticeships, regulatory updates, and essential employment law considerations.
Attendees will learn how to stay compliant, avoid common legal pitfalls, and access local training and council support. The session concludes with a Q&A panel and a simple three‑step action plan. Co‑hosted in partnership with Wilkin Chapman Rollits, Lincoln College and Lincolnshire County Council Careers Hub.
What to expect:
- Breakdown of the major apprenticeship reforms to be aware of in 2026, what’s changing and how employers should prepare.
- Practical guidance on using the new levy flexibilities while avoiding loss of funds under tighter expiry rules.
- Introduction to Foundation Apprenticeships launching in 2025 and how they can support workforce development in Lincolnshire’s key sectors.
- Clear explanation of the latest regulatory updates, including minimum duration changes, English/Maths requirements, Level 7 restrictions, and assessment reforms.
- Essential Employment Law insights covering contract types, pay obligations, working time rules, and apprentice employment rights.
- Real‑world scenarios showing the most common compliance pitfalls — and how to avoid them.
- Overview of local support available through the Council, the College, and partner organisations to help employers recruit, train, and retain apprentices.
- Opportunity to ask questions in a multi‑expert panel covering legal, training, and local authority perspectives.
- A simple three‑step action plan for employers to implement immediately after the session.
Agenda:
8.30am - Registration & Networking Breakfast
9am - Presentations by Wilkin Chapman Rollits, Lincoln College & Greater Lincolnshire Careers Hub
10.30am - Q&A/Networking
11am - Event Close
*This is an exclusive Team Lincolnshire ambassador only event and places are limited to 26 so make sure to secure your place today via our Online Booking Portal. RSVP by Wednesday 15th April.