Employers

DYW Moray is here to help employers connect with the next generation of talent while strengthening the local workforce. Our team provides free, practical support to help you engage confidently with young people- whether you’re looking to raise your company profile, develop future skills, or offer meaningful workplace experiences.

We can help you:

• Create impactful opportunities such as work placements, industry talks, workplace visits, and mentoring.
• Promote your sector and career pathways to young people, teachers, and parents across Moray.
• Navigate recruitment and skills development, including apprenticeships and early-career roles.
• Build long-term partnerships with schools, colleges, and partner organisations.

Design activities and resources that inspire young people and showcase the real skills your business needs.

The Moray Apprenticeship Development Manager offers free, dedicated support to employers across Moray, helping you make the most of apprenticeships at every stage. Whether you’re new to apprenticeships or looking to strengthen your existing approach, we provide tailored guidance to ensure your workforce has the skills it needs now and in the future. People of all ages can undertake an apprenticeship, making it also a  powerful tool for upskilling existing staff all the way up to honours degree level. Apprenticeships offer a flexible, work-based route to developing talent, and our support ensures employers can make the most of these opportunities.

We can support your organisation with:

• Identifying current and future skills gaps - We work with you to understand your workforce needs and explore how apprenticeships can help build a sustainable talent pipeline.
• Recommending suitable apprenticeship frameworks and levels - Receive clear, practical advice on the most relevant apprenticeship routes for your business, from entry-level programmes to higher and graduate apprenticeships.
• Supporting your recruitment processes - Get help shaping your recruitment strategy, from designing effective job roles to ensuring your processes attract the right candidates.
• Creating and promoting job adverts - We can assist with drafting job descriptions, advertising your vacancies through local networks, and reaching young people, career changers, and the wider community.
• Sharing apprenticeship best practice - Access guidance on managing apprentices, structuring on-the-job learning, and creating an environment where apprentices can thrive.
• Connecting you with training providers - We help you navigate the training landscape, introduce you to the right providers, and support you to build strong, productive partnerships.

If you’d like to discuss how apprenticeships can support your organisation’s growth, we’re here to help and all support is completely free. Email Aimee at aimee.stephen.moray@uhi.ac.uk