How to attract new trainees
To attract new apprentices, you should bear the following points in mind:
- Traditional methods: Publish your job advertisements on the websites of the relevant professional bodies or employment agencies, and take part in apprenticeship fairs.
- New trends: Post regular updates on your company’s social media pages to provide information about apprenticeship opportunities.
In addition, you should offer a digital application option. SaaS.de provides an‘ ’ applicant portal ( ) to digitise the application process. Following a successful interview and, perhaps, an internship, the application documents can be added to thepersonnel files in SaaS.de.
Entering the world of work
To welcome your new trainees, you should bear the following points in mind:
- Welcome: The welcome should be given by a line manager or HR representative
- Tour of the company: The tour should take place immediately after the welcome to show the apprentices around the company building or premises
- Introducing the traineeto colleagues: The trainee should be introduced totheir colleagues to create a positive atmosphere
- Workstation: The trainee is shown to their workstation and familiarised with their future tasks.
- Welcome on board: Key topics for new trainees
On the first day of their apprenticeship, new apprentices are introduced to key topics relevant to the company. Training sessions are offered on various important aspects, including:
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- Time recording
- Working time regulations
- Holiday and sick leave policies
- Health and safety in the workplace
In particular, the use of HR software such as SaaS.de for time recording and holiday management is clearly explained to the trainees so that they can quickly familiarise themselves with internal processes.
Takeover or end of the employment relationship?
Takeover or end of the employment relationship?
If you would like to take on your trainees as permanent employees after their training, you should consider the following points:
- Discuss the future aspirations and ideas of your trainees after their apprenticeship
- Raise the topic of a permanent position with your trainees in good time
- Point out further training opportunities, e.g. subsequent studies or further training
- Make an attractive offer
If you do not wish to offer your apprentices a permanent position following the completion of their training, you should bear the following points in mind:
- Notify the apprentices in writing three months before the official end of their training that they will not be offered a permanent position
- Provide them with a good reference to help them find a job
- Part ways with your apprentices in a fair and respectful manner
Overview of your new trainees with SaaS.de
Overview of your new trainees with SaaS.de
Easily keep track of your new trainees' attendance times with SaaS.de. Our platform allows you to easily manage vocational school days and school holidays via the integrated holiday management.
Tip: With SaaS.de, you can create different profiles depending on age in order to fulfil the legal requirements for adult and underage trainees.