for apprentices
join the next generation of diverse board talent
The programme for apprentices
If you are a committed and driven leader, with little to no board experience, but with the enthusiasm and intuition to make a strong contribution to a board, we would like to invite you to join a network of highly talented individuals who demonstrate the potential to be effective and influential board members.
By joining the network, you will have the opportunity to apply to join a board as a non-voting member for a year. You will finish the year with a much greater understanding of governance, close insights into the workings of boards, and with valuable skills and networks that could lead to incredibly exciting non-executive roles in future
With you and our Partners, GAP will strengthen the
pipeline of next generation talent, and will be
transformative for the sectors it supports.
Outcomes
Timeline for apprentices
Months 1-2
Launch: Perrett Laver engagement with Host Boards, preparing them for the programme.
Months 3-4
Building the network: Perrett Laver builds a network of potential apprentices. Potential apprentices will fill in a standardised application form for upcoming vacanices.
Months 5-6
Shortlisting and interviews: Host Boards will invite applications from our network. Apprentices will apply for roles and Host Boards will invite candidates forward to interview.
Months 7-8
Apprentices join boards: you will be assigned a mentor on the Board and provided with a sector guide. Your Host Board will conduct relevant inductions.
Month 9 onwards
Perrett Laver supports ongoing development for apprentices
After one year on the Board
Apprenticeships conclude: apprentices recieve a reference from their Host Board to include in their CV and future board applications. Apprentices remain part of the GAP network and alumni.
How to become an apprentice
We welcome applications from people of all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds; from all faiths and beliefs; from every part of the country; who identify as any sexuality and/or gender; with any impairment; and regardless of age or marital status. We seek people with a range of experiences and skills. To register as a potential apprentice please fill in the registration form. Or for more information please get in touch with the Perrett Laver team.
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If you have registered as a potential apprentice via Perrett Laver then please check our listings and decide which board apprenticeships to apply for. For a list of all current vacancies, please click on the link below.
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