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£750 – £1,250
Per apprentice, paid directly to eligible NEL care providers
100%
Of tuition costs can be covered by apprenticeship levy funding
15 Sept 2025
Apprenticeships must have started on or after this date
Dear Care Provider,
Subject: Invitation to Access Apprenticeship Funding for Adult Social Care Staff
CPV is pleased to invite Northeast London care providers to participate in the NEL Apprenticeship Funding Programme, supported through the International Recruitment Fund. This programme offers financial support and practical guidance to help you establish or expand apprenticeship opportunities for your staff, including internationally recruited workers.
We recognise the vital role apprenticeships play in strengthening recruitment, retention, skills development and career progression within adult social care. Through this programme, CPV is distributing funding to eligible providers via grants of £750–£1,250 per apprenticeship.
As this is publicly funded, CPV is required to monitor and evaluate the programme to demonstrate impact, value for money and equitable distribution across boroughs. Participating providers will be asked to engage with light touch monitoring, provide apprentice level information, and support follow up activity where needed.
We look forward to working with you to strengthen workforce capability and support meaningful career development across the sector.
Warm regards,
CPV Workforce and Recruitment Team
What is an Apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a job with structured training, allowing staff to gain practical experience while working towards a recognised qualification.
What is the Funding For?
The funding is provided through the Northeast London International Recruitment Project to support care providers to implement apprenticeships that enhance staff development, retention and progression. It is designed to help employers introduce or strengthen apprenticeship pathways within their organisation.
What Are the Benefits?
Direct Funding
£750 – £1,250 per apprentice for care providers in North East London.
Practical Guidance
Support to identify the right apprenticeship and a suitable training provider.
Levy Access
Apprenticeship levy funding can cover 100% of tuition costs.
Employers will be able to receive between £750–£1,250 per apprentice and must either already have apprentices in place or wish to introduce apprentices for the first time.
Through this process Care Providers' Voice will provide support with:
How Much Funding Is Allocated?
Funding amounts depend on the length of the apprenticeship programme.
£750
Programmes lasting
12–17 months
£1,000
Programmes lasting
18–23 months
£1,250
Programmes lasting
24+ months
Funding is Limited!
This funding is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible care providers.
Apprentices must have started their apprenticeship on or after 15 September 2025
Funding is for employers only, not apprentices
NEL Apprenticeship Funding Enquiry Form
Frequently Asked Questions
Key organisational benefits
- Improved staff retention
- Stronger capability aligned to CQC expectations
- Clear internal progression pathways
- Better recruitment outcomes
- Reduced reliance on agency staff
- Cost effective training — the levy covers tuition, while CPV funding supports backfill, supervision and admin
- Nationally recognised qualification
- Increased confidence and competence
- Clear career pathway
The Apprenticeship Levy is a government scheme that funds apprenticeship training.
Resources
Provider Information Pack
Everything you need to know about the CPV Apprenticeship Funding Programme.
Questions about the programme?
📧 Email us: hello@cpvnel.co.uk