Apprenticeships, Funded Learning and Career Pathways at OCS

Through apprenticeships and funded learning, we help talented people build skills and create lasting career opportunities.

Apprenticeships at OCS

Our apprenticeship programme, acclaimed by the Department for Education, emphasises a qualitative approach to ensure participants remain engaged from enrolment to successful completion – it includes robust pre-enrolment activities and supportive management processes, which maximise the realisation of levy funding.

Key achievements of our programme include:

We have created 12 targeted development pathways, offering a spectrum of learning opportunities from entry to degree level.

Our Centre of Excellence provides consistent, specialised advice and guidance, ensuring adherence to funding rules and managing due diligence processes effectively.

Data collection and tracking are central to our reporting requirements. Centralising all apprenticeship activity ensures accurate and reliable data is distributed across different divisions and businesses.

On-programme management is crucial, with monthly progress reports being a critical factor in our high retention rates. Engaging actively with operational teams is essential for completing the programme.

Funded Learning for Opportunity at OCS

Funded learning helps colleagues develop new skills and progress in their careers. It is central to creating an environment where everyone can achieve their best.

Opportunities span the business, from leadership and management qualifications to maths and English skills, supporting continual learning from apprentice to director level.

This structured approach replaces the ‘accidental manager’ with planned development and clear career pathways that align with our growth and strategy.