When an apprentice embarks on an apprenticeship they may be in very unfamiliar territory. It’s likely that they will be beginning a learning journey in a job role that is new to them. In addition to that they may also be unfamiliar with the world of work and how to operate in a professional environment outside their realms of experience.
As well as this, they may also not have a clear idea of where they’re heading. What does a fully competent professional in the job role look like? How do they operate both practically and in terms of professionalism in the workplace?
Having access to a senior professional that’s able to support them with mentoring skills enables the apprentice to develop a vision of where they’re going, helps them shape career goals which align to their apprenticeship, and helps them overcome hurdles and challenges along the way.