Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (Level 4)
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Description
This apprenticeship will provide organisations with CR&S practitioners that have the knowledge skills and behaviours to help innovate and drive ambitions for social and environmental change within their organisation/s. CR&S Practitioners help to drive this by delivering an CR&S strategy (“The Strategy”) to guide organisations on contributing positively towards social and environmental outcomes.
The CR&S Practitioner will typically be working on multiple initiatives covering a variety of geographies and/or focus areas, and stakeholders. For instance, some roles may be weighted towards managing employee initiatives. Others may have a stronger focus on topics like human rights, carbon reduction, waste management, energy efficiency and supply chain. Therefore, the CR&S Practitioner’s day-to-day responsibilities will vary depending on circumstances and in turn means they could work independently, in a team, or collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.
It is vital for a CR&S Practitioner to be passionate about social and environmental change, and strive to role model ethical behaviour and values. It is also imperative for the CR&S Practitioner to understand their business, the landscape and industry it operates in, and demonstrate the value of CR&S to the business.
Duration
18 - 20 months
Most Suitable For
Anyone wanting to improve their skills and knowledge in social and environmental change for Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability. This apprenticeship is designed for those with a desire and opportunities to be able to lead on sustainability initiatives/activities within their organisation/s.
Award
Level 4 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Advanced Apprenticeship Award. Apprentices receive free membership to the ICRS whilst undertaking the apprenticeship. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, apprentices can continue their membership of the ICRS and can apply to become Fellows once they have at least five years of experience (there will be additional costs associated to these).
Additional Funding
For all Employers:
- If apprentice is under the age of 25, Employer may not have to pay Class 1 Employer National Insurance. Full details and criteria are found here.
- For apprenticeships starting between 1 August 2024 - 31 July 2025, employer may be eligible for £1,000 if apprentice is aged 16 - 18 years old, OR aged 19 - 24 years old and has either an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan provided by their local authority and / or has been in the care of their local authority. Full details and criteria are found within the ESFA Funding Rules.
Start Date
Usually September but other intakes may be available. There is the potential for an October 2024 intake.
Teaching Delivery
Online
Key Learning Requirements
Apprenticeships require learners to achieve specific new knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs), which are detailed in the Apprenticeship Standard. These are achieved by;
1) Programme Teaching; Online teaching sessions once a month usually 2 – 3 hours duration each, (these are recorded for learner to access if they are unable to attend the live session), plus masterclasses, plus coaching sessions (once a month) and online teaching materials.
2) Independent study; such as assignment/project research and write up
3) Learning in the workplace; shadowing colleagues, completing programme assigned work based projects, day-to-day development within your current role duties/work activities, reflections with mentor, relevant training sessions.
Modules
Exclusive content has been embedded in to this programme for health and care professionals. This programme has fixed module delivery (you are unable to choose the modules studied). A list of modules is available on the course webpage or course materials.
Placements
This programme does not require external placements to be completed, although varied experiences are beneficial.
Assessments
Assessed throughout the programme by assignments, observations, evaluations and End Point Assessment.
Key Candidate Entry Requirements
• Employed 30 hours or more per week for the duration of the apprenticeship.
• Preferably, evidence of English and Maths at GCSE C/4 or above /Functional Skills Level 2 / Equivalent. If the candidate does not have evidence of Maths and English at the relevant level, there are two options;
1. via NHSE funded online revision and exams. Contact Training Hub Apprenticeship Team for more details.
2. Or, Training Provider will support the learner through the relevant learning and exams, alongside their apprenticeship. An initial diagnostic assessment will be completed by the Training Provider at application stage to determine suitability for this option.
Full requirements and details are found on the course webpage/information.
Key Employer Entry Requirements
• Ensure Learner has the support and opportunities to achieve the requirements of the apprenticeship
• Candidate’s Manager to mentor the apprentice.
Listed as an Approved Provider under an NHS Procurement
Yes
Application Timescale
It takes on average 2 months to complete all application stages for this programme.
If recruiting to this position, additional time will be required for recruitment and advertising stages.
Additional Training Hub Support
Primary Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCPC Training Hub such as Digital training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
• Non-clinical Training and Resources:
this webpage lists training and resources for non-clinical roles, which may compliment the apprenticeship (always check suitability with your apprenticeship training provider first).
Social Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCSC Training Hub such as training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
Pathway
HASO Apprenticeship pathway tool is available
hereCareer progression does not have to be linear.
Apprenticeship entry criteria may differ per provider and varied routes may be available depending on the individuals prior learning and experience.
Information Last Updated
02/08/2024
Programme Resources
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Programme Website
- This provider is offering programme information sessions throughout August 2024 for Health and Care employers to find out more. Please see details of these and how to book your place within the Lancashire and South Cumbria programme overview here.
If you would like to know anything further about the programme itself, please contact: Simon Baker on [email protected]
How to Apply
If you would like to discuss or apply for an apprenticeship either for yourself, a member of staff or a vacancy for a new recruit, please complete the appropriate Training Hub Expression of Interest Form from the following options. This allows the apprenticeship team to complete basic pre-checks and to ensure the advice and guidance provided to you is tailored to your service. When relevant, application instructions (including tuition fee and funding instructions) will be sent.
Primary Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Olivia on 07735161775
Social Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Dawn on 07796 060023
