Funded incentives are available for employers to recruit apprentices through South Devon College, whether you want to upskill existing staff or bring in new talent - now is the right time to invest in apprenticeships.
Find out moreAt South Devon College, weโre committed to helping businesses thrive. Whether you’re looking to upskill your team, recruit fresh talent, or shape the future workforce, we offer a wide range of flexible training solutions, apprenticeships, and support services tailored to your needs. Join the many employers already working with us to unlock potential, drive innovation, and achieve long-term success.
We pride ourselves in offering bespoke solutions that suit your needs and make a real and lasting difference to your organisation, regardless of the size of your business.
Funding incentives available for employers to recruit apprentices through South Devon College
Whether you want to upskill existing staff or bring in new talent, apprenticeships offer a cost-effective solution. Current funding incentives make it an ideal time to invest in skills and workforce development.
Current incentives include:
- ยฃ1,000 for hiring an eligible 16โ18 year old apprentice
- ยฃ2,000 Foundation Apprenticeship Incentive
- ยฃ2,000 new SME Hiring Incentive (from October 2026)
- 0% employer National Insurance on apprentice wages under 25

New Foundation Apprenticeships!
Develop future talent with tailored training, workplace experience, and college support. Itโs a smart way to build your workforce, shape skills early, and invest in long-term success, while making a real difference in your industry.
Foundation Apprenticeships
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Retraining and Upskilling
We offer a range of specialist courses which can provide the perfect opportunity for staff CPD and upskilling.
We do update our offer, so if you canโt find what youโre looking for please make an enquiry using the form below.
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Quick access to apprenticeships
Did you know? Youโre not on your own! Our team are on hand to support you with processing an application for an apprentice, which can be completed in these three simple steps:
- Call 01803 540823 and speak to our Business Solutions team. Alternatively, you can contact the team using the form below.
- Discuss your business needs with our team. Did you know that Apprenticeships are for new recruits as well as your existing workforce? Why not upskill and invest in your current staff?
- Your new recruit or employee starts their Apprenticeship journey today!
Supported Internships
Our Supported Internships are for students aged 18 to 24, with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and an EHCP (Education and Health Care Plan), who want to move into sustainable employment and need extra support to do so.
If you are interested in taking on a supported intern, please fill out the firm below.
What next?
Book your consultation with our team to discuss funding available to you when taking on an apprentice or upskilling your staff, or get started with the process of employing an apprentice.

































