Does an apprenticeship have to pay minimum wage?
Apprentices are entitled to pay The government each year specifies a minimum wage that employers must pay their apprentices. The minimum wage rate applies to apprentices aged 16 to 18 and those aged 19 or over who are in their first year. All other apprentices are entitled to national minimum wage rates for their age.
Can apprentices get paid more than minimum wage?
If you are under 19 (or still in the first year of your apprenticeship) there is a minimum apprenticeship rate, but employers can and often do pay more. If you are over 19 (or have completed the first year of your apprenticeship) the minimum pay is slightly higher rate depending on your age.
What percentage of apprentices are female?
64 percent of apprentices employed in the council or in schools were female, while 36 percent were male. The respective figures last year were 59 percent and 41 percent.
What is an apprentice hourly rate?
Apprentice £4.81 an hour. Age 16-17 – £4.81 an hour. Age 18-20 – £6.83 an hour. Age 21-22 – £9.18 an hour.
What is the minimum wage for apprentices 2020?
Apprenticeship pay varies considerably across London boroughs: Level 2 pay ranges from £4.30 to £12.29. Level 3 pay ranges from £5.95 to £12.29. For higher level apprenticeships, the hourly rate ranges from £8.72 to £15.24.
What age are most apprentices?
The age profile of people starting apprenticeships changed between 2018/19 and 2019/20, with a higher proportion of starts from apprentices over the age of 24. 47% of the apprenticeships started in 2019/20 were by people aged 25 and over.
How many apprentices stay with their employer?
One study found that a huge 85% of apprentices stay in employment, and 64% of these continue working with the same employer.
What is the wage for a 16 year old apprentice?
£4.81 an hour
Apprentice £4.81 an hour. Age 16-17 – £4.81 an hour. Age 18-20 – £6.83 an hour. Age 21-22 – £9.18 an hour.
Why are Queensland apprentices paid under the state award system?
It was the policy of the Queensland government to ‘preserve’ the competency-based training and wages system unique to Queensland. This meant Queensland apprentices continued to be paid under the state award system, even though the state wages were less than Modern Awards. Apprentice wages were calculated by the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO).
What are the wages and entitlements for apprentices and trainees?
Wages and entitlements for apprentices and trainees | Business Queensland Apprentices and trainees must receive award wages and workplace entitlements such as superannuation, workers compensation and leave entitlements.
How do I check my wages as an apprentice or trainee?
Wages and entitlements for apprentices or trainees are managed by the Fair Work Ombudsman and depend on the award or agreement you are employed under. Use the Pay and Conditions Tool (P.A.C.T) online calculators to check your wages and awards or phone the Fair Work Ombudsman on 13 13 94. Read about wages for school-based apprentices and trainees.
Do I have to provide my apprentice or trainee with tool allowance?
Depending on the type of business, you may have to provide your apprentice or trainee with a tool allowance. P.A.C.T Pay Calculator Calculate base pay rates, allowances (e.g. tool) and penalty rates (including overtime) for your apprentice or trainee.