Flexi-job apprenticeship agency logoWhat is a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship?

Flexi-job apprenticeships are designed for sectors with non-standard or flexible employment models. Through an approved FJAA, apprentices are employed by the agency and complete placements with one or more host employers during their apprenticeship, ensuring continuity of employment, pay, and training.

Why Choose Manpower?

  • Approved FJAA operating nationally
  • 15+ years of apprenticeship programme management
  • 8,000 apprentices managed to date
  • Proven delivery across multi-site and single-site programmes
  • Robust weekly payroll supporting over 30,000 workers
  • Established partnerships with leading training providers and EPAOs
  • 90%+ programme completion rates

What We Deliver

  • Programme design
  • Candidate attraction and recruitment
  • Screening, shortlisting and selection
  • Employment, HR management and pastoral care
  • Payroll and statutory compliance
  • Training provider and EPAO management
  • Funding compliance and audit readiness
  • Onboarding and apprentice induction

Benefits for Employers

  • No minimum cohort size
  • Reduced employment risk and cost
  • Consistent apprentice experience across multiple sites
  • Faster recruitment timelines
  • Support for DE&I and early careers strategies
  • Option to hire apprentices permanently at programme end

Sectors We Support

Automotive, FMCG, Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics, IT & Digital, Engineering, Life Sciences, Defence, Public Sector

Training Partners

We work with a national network of high-quality training providers and End Point Assessment Organisations, selected to match your programme requirements and ensure the highest quality apprentice experience.

Funding & Compliance

We ensure full compliance with apprenticeship funding rules. Training and assessment costs are covered depending on the delivery model, and programmes are designed to meet all ESFA and DfE requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency (FJAA)?

A Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency is a Department of Work and Pension approved organisation that employs apprentices and places them with one or more host employers for the duration of their apprenticeship. This model supports sectors with flexible or non-standard employment patterns.

Is Manpower an approved Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency?

Yes. Manpower is listed on the Department of Work and Pension’s national Register of Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agencies and is approved to deliver programmes across England.

Who employs the apprentice?

Manpower employs the apprentice for the full duration of the apprenticeship. We manage contracts, payroll, HR, statutory obligations and ongoing pastoral support.

What is the role of the host employer?

As a host employer, you provide the on-the-job experience, supervision and meaningful work aligned to the apprenticeship standard. Manpower supports you throughout the placement and manages all employment and administrative responsibilities.

Can apprentices move between different host employers?

Yes. Where appropriate, apprentices may complete placements with more than one host employer during their apprenticeship, allowing flexibility while maintaining continuity of employment and training.

Who pays for training and assessment?

Training and end point assessment costs are covered depending on the delivery model. Manpower ensures full compliance with apprenticeship funding rules and manages relationships with training providers and assessment organisations.

Is there a minimum number of apprentices required?

No. Whether you need one apprentice or a larger cohort across multiple sites, Manpower can design and deliver a programme that meets your needs.

Which sectors can use Flexi-Job Apprenticeships?

Flexi-job apprenticeships are suitable for a wide range of sectors, particularly those with flexible, project-based or multi-site work. Manpower currently supports programmes across automotive, FMCG, manufacturing, logistics, IT, engineering, life sciences, defence and the public sector.

Can we hire the apprentice permanently at the end of the programme?

Yes. Host employers can hire apprentices into permanent roles at the end of their apprenticeship, with no additional placement or transfer fees.

How do we get started?

Simply get in touch with our Flexi-Job Apprenticeship team. We will discuss your workforce needs, design a tailored programme and guide you through each step of the process.