For Managers
For 20 years, we have successfully delivered law apprenticeships, offering training solutions to a variety of companies in the public and private sector.
Why Choose Law Apprenticeships?
At Law Apprenticeships we have a strong commitment to our legal apprenticeships, the outcomes they produce, and the excellent relationships we have with employers to provide career options for both new and existing employees. We are aware of the growing demand among law firms for a skilled provider-partner who can provide flexible and reliable apprenticeship delivery. At Law Apprenticeships we can help find the right legal qualification for your employees, from Level 3 Qualifications to help kickstart your support staff’s legal career & Level 7 Qualifications to help your employees gain solicitor status.
Our apprenticeship programmes are created to satisfy your company requirements. Staff members will gain broad business and commercial skills in addition to legal and practical knowledge and competence, not just academic credentials.
Support
- To enable greater access to the field
- A way to hire the best candidates more quickly
- To deliver essential practical training with a plan of study centred on job-specific training
- Increase staff loyalty and employee retention
- Improve and strengthen the skills of current colleagues
Although having an apprentice is a great chance for professional growth, we can assist supervisors with any queries or concerns they may have at any time.
We provide online tutorials and assessments, progress reviews, and webinars.
We provide frequent updates on the development and productivity of your apprentices. Throughout the curriculum, our knowledgeable progress tutors provide frequent progress evaluations for apprentices and their supervisors.
Manager Testimonial
“I’d definitely recommend the apprenticeship to other law firms. It doesn’t just cover the academic courses but it also covers other areas such as the background that a lawyer needs to know, it will look into the mechanics of the firm, and even covers profit and loss so it makes the candidate think about what we need to achieve to be a successful law firm.”
Anna O’Mara – Partner
FAQs
Where can I hire an apprentice?
An apprentice can be hired just like any other employee; they only qualify as an apprentice after enrolling in an apprenticeship programme with a training provider.
You could ask a current employee who you believe would be interested or qualified to do an apprenticeship if they are already a part of the company.
Additionally, you can pay to advertise on employment websites like Indeed.
What is the typical wage for an apprentice?
The employer will determine this. In general, earnings range from £15,000 to £25,000 per year, depending on experience and the needs of the company.
Apprentices in their first year who are under the age of 19 and those who are 19 or older are subject to this rate. If an apprentice is 19 years of age or older and has completed the first year of their training, they must be paid at least the age-appropriate minimum wage.
Apprentices are compensated for their regular working hours and any related training (usually one day per week).
If you hire an apprentice under the age of 25, you are not responsible for covering their Employer National Insurance Contribution.
Do I have any extra duties or responsibilities when I hire an apprentice?
According to current law, all parties involved in apprenticeships are required to take reasonable steps to reduce dangers to apprentices both on the job and off. The goal of Law Apprenticeships is to collaborate with companies to advance the safety and welfare of apprentice students. A variety of services are available through Law Apprenticeships to help apprentices overcome challenges, promote mental wellbeing, and realise their full potential. Our Safeguarding Handbook for Employers provides information that firms might want to think about including into their internal practices.
How do I claim 95% government-funding for my apprentice?
The ESFA have set aside government funding in the form of the apprenticeship levy to train professionals in work to increase talent acquisition and career progression.
This funding is available to all law firms in England and as a registered provider we can take advantage of this funding on your firm’s behalf to subsidise the cost of this qualification.
What apprenticeship would be suitable for my support staff?
The Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship is suitable for those looking to become a paralegal and those with some paralegal experience who are looking to progress their career in the legal sector. Assessed by both NALP and the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) this qualification has applicable units for support staff aspiring to be solicitors.
Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship
This Level 3 Paralegal qualification and Law Apprenticeship is a nationally recognised qualification for those looking to become a paralegal and those with some paralegal experience who are looking to progress their career in the legal sector.
Progress Tutors: Every 12 weeks, a Progress Tutor will assess your apprentice’s advancement through one-on-one tutorials and progress evaluations. Throughout an apprentice’s training, Progress Tutors will be available through phone, email, and video call to support the business.
Apprenticeship Portal: Our online Apprenticeship Portal will allow you to keep a close eye on your apprentices progress. You can track training and assessments using this system.
Studying: Students will conduct their online coursework and be regularly coached by our dedicated Progress Tutors.This training will include webinars, online workbooks, resources, 1-2-1 coaching, and other online documents and tests. Including constant feedback and monitoring by the Progress Tutor.
Mandatory Modules:
Introduction to Law for Paralegals
Legal Ethics and Responsibilities for Paralegals
Professional Skills for Paralegals
Technical Legal Knowledge – Select 4 optional modules
Civil Litigation for Paralegals
Criminal Litigation for Paralegals
Conveyancing for Paralegals
Employment Practice for Paralegals
Wills & Succession for Paralegals
This Level 3 Paralegal qualification and Law Apprenticeship is a nationally recognised qualification for those looking to become a paralegal and those with some paralegal experience who are looking to progress their career in the legal sector. Accredited by Ofqual you’ll receive the highest standard of training that combines the academic and practical skills required to work within the legal sector.
Upon completion of this course candidates will be recognised and registered with the National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP). As well as being awarded a Level 3 in Paralegal training (equivalent to A-level in Law). Assessed by both NALP and the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) this qualification has applicable units for both aspiring solicitors and CILEX practitioners. Law firm employers will also like this qualification as those working in a law firm who have the Level 3 Professional Diploma in Law and Practice can charge fee-earning at grade D of the Guideline Hourly Rates.
As a recognised Level 3 course this route is designed with the SRA’s new Solicitor Qualifying Exam (SQE) in mind. Upon completion of this, candidates will be eligible to progress to a Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship.
Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship
The Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship allows both new and current workers to have the chance to become qualified solicitors through this rigorous and organised six and a half-year law apprenticeship.
Progress Tutors:
Every 12 weeks, a Progress Tutor will assess your apprentice’s advancement through one-on-one tutorials and progress evaluations. Throughout an apprentice’s training, Progress Tutors are available through phone, email, and video call to support the business.
Apprenticeship Portal:
Our online Apprenticeship Portal will allow you to keep a close eye on student progress. You can track training and assessments using this system.
Studying:
Students will conduct their online coursework and regularly coached by our dedicated Progress Tutors.This training will include webinars, online workbooks, resources, coaching one-on-one, and other online documents and tests. Provided with feedback and monitoring by the Progress Tutor.
The goal of the apprenticeship is to help candidates become a qualified solicitor.
Students will also prepare for the Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE), a new centralised assessment offered by the SRA and administered in two sections.
In their last year of study, apprentices will study for the two exams and take SQE1 and SQE2.
A work-based portfolio of evidence will also be created by apprentices.
- 3 A Levels at Grade C or above, or equivalent*
- 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English, or equivalent, at Grade C/4 or above
Assessment
Examinations last two hours, consist of ten multiple-choice questions, and two extended essays.
Assignments include essays, project reports, and portfolios.
Oral presentation
The Solicitors Regulatory Authority will establish the Solicitor Qualifying Exams that apprentices will take in Years 5 and 6.
Note: You must be eligible to live and work in the UK permanently because apprentices are considered employees.
Where Can I Hire An Apprentice?
An apprentice can be hired just like any other employee; they only qualify as an apprentice after enrolling in an apprenticeship programme with a training provider.
You could ask a current employee who you believe would be interested or qualified to do an apprenticeship if they are already a part of the company.
Additionally, you can pay to advertise on employment websites like Indeed.
What is the typical wage for an apprentice?
The employer will determine this. In general, earnings range from £15,000 to £25,000 per year, depending on experience and the needs of the company.
Apprentices in their first year who are under the age of 19 and those who are 19 or older are subject to this rate. If an apprentice is 19 years of age or older and has completed the first year of their training, they must be paid at least the age-appropriate minimum wage.
Apprentices are compensated for their regular working hours and any related training (usually one day per week).
If you hire an apprentice under the age of 25, you are not responsible for covering their Employer National Insurance Contribution.
Do I have any extra duties or responsibilities when I hire an apprentice?
According to current law, all parties involved in apprenticeships are required to take reasonable steps to reduce dangers to apprentices both on the job and off. The goal of Law Apprenticeships is to collaborate with companies to advance the safety and welfare of apprentice students. A variety of services are available through Law Apprenticeships to help apprentices overcome challenges, promote mental wellbeing, and realise their full potential. Our Safeguarding Handbook for Employers provides information that firms might want to think about including into their internal practices.
Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship
For candidates who have previously earned a bachelor’s law degree or an LBB, this 30-month curriculum has been created to help them get ready for the Parts 1 and 2 of the Solicitors Qualifying Exams. After successfully completing the law apprenticeship and passing the SRA Character & Suitability test, apprentices will be qualified solicitors and ready to practise law on day one.
Progress Tutors:
Every 12 weeks, a Progress Tutor will assess your apprentice’s advancement through one-on-one tutorials and progress evaluations. Throughout an apprentice’s training, Progress Tutors will be available through phone, email, and video call to support the business.
Apprenticeship Portal:
Our online Apprenticeship Portal will allow you to keep a close eye on your apprentices progress. You can track training and assessments using this system.
Studying:
Students will conduct their online coursework and be regularly coached by our dedicated Progress Tutors.This training will include webinars, online workbooks, resources, 1-2-1 coaching, and other online documents and tests. Including constant feedback and monitoring by the Progress Tutor.
This course of study is intended for students who have recently earned a bachelor’s law degree or an LBB.
The course has a practical focus with vital skills integrated into it in addition to preparing students for SQE 1 & 2.
Every 8 to 12 weeks, a skills coach will examine the individual training plan that each apprentice is following.
You must adhere by the requirements of the Solicitors Regulatory Authority in order to be eligible
2.2 or above on a UK law bachelor’s degree or an LBB.
English and maths from the GCSE at Level C/4 or higher, or an equivalent. Please be aware that if you did not complete GCSE Math and English or do not have the required scores, you may need to take Functional Skills Math and English exams. (To discuss suitable equivalent qualifications, please contact us.)
Note: You must be eligible to live and work in the UK permanently because apprentices are considered employees.
All aspiring solicitors in England and Wales must pass the Solicitors Qualifying Examinations.
Where Can I Hire An Apprentice?
An apprentice can be hired just like any other employee; they only qualify as an apprentice after enrolling in an apprenticeship programme with a training provider.
You could ask a current employee who you believe would be interested or qualified to do an apprenticeship if they are already a part of the company.
Additionally, you can pay to advertise on employment websites like Indeed.
What is the typical wage for an apprentice?
The employer will determine this. In general, earnings range from £15,000 to £25,000 per year, depending on experience and the needs of the company.
Here is where you may find the apprentice’s current National Minimum Wage. Apprentices in their first year who are under the age of 19 and those who are 19 or older are subject to this rate. If an apprentice is 19 years of age or older and has completed the first year of their training, they must be paid at least the age-appropriate minimum wage.
Apprentices are compensated for their regular working hours and any related training (usually one day per week).
If you hire an apprentice under the age of 25, you are not responsible for covering their Employer National Insurance Contribution.
Do I have any extra duties or responsibilities when I hire an apprentice?
According to current law, all parties involved in apprenticeships are required to take reasonable steps to reduce dangers to apprentices both on the job and off. The goal of Law Apprenticeships is to collaborate with companies to advance the safety and welfare of apprentice students. A variety of services are available through Law Apprenticeships to help apprentices overcome challenges, promote mental wellbeing, and realise their full potential. Our Safeguarding Handbook for Employers provides information that firms might want to think about including into their internal practices.
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