Frequently Asked Questions

A Group Training Organisation (GTO) is a legal employer that facilitates apprenticeship and traineeship arrangements by employing apprentices and trainees and placing them with host employers across different industries.

GTOs act as intermediaries between employers (host companies) and apprentices or trainees. They hire, manage, and provide support to apprentices, placing them with host employers who provide on-the-job training.

GTOs handle the administrative aspects of apprenticeships and traineeships, including recruitment, employment, payroll, training coordination, and ongoing support for both the apprentice/trainee and host employer.

GTOs typically have a recruitment process that involves assessing candidates for their suitability, skills, and interest in specific industries. They work with host employers to match apprentices/trainees with suitable placements.

Host employers benefit from GTOs by gaining access to a flexible workforce, reducing administrative burdens, and receiving support in training and development of apprentices or trainees.

Yes, GTOs provide ongoing support to apprentices/trainees throughout their placement, including regular check-ins, monitoring progress, addressing concerns, and facilitating additional training or assistance as needed.

GTOs handle the payroll for apprentices/trainees, ensuring they are paid in accordance with relevant awards or agreements. Host employers may contribute to the apprentice/trainee's wages based on the time they spend on-site.

Yes, many GTOs offer host employers the option to hire apprentices/trainees directly after the completion of their training. The specific terms may vary based on the agreement between the GTO and the host employer.

GTOs can operate across various industries, including construction, manufacturing, hospitality, IT, healthcare, and more. They aim to meet the diverse workforce needs of different sectors. Wettrade Apprenticeships operates across the wet trades including painting and decorating, wall and ceiling lining, plastering, wall and floor tiling and construction waterproofing.

Individuals seeking to complete an apprenticeship through Wettrade Apprenticeships may do so by completing the expressions of interest form here.