Jessica De Melo

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Jessica De Melo commented,

We had one of these too - really odd. We have been a...

We had one of these too - really odd. We have been asked to share the ULN with the helpdesk so they can investigate further.

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APAR Mailbox

Hi All I was directed to use APARmailbox@dwp.gov.uk for a query in relation to the changes to assessment for apprenticeships, but haven't been able to get hold of anyone there, even after chasing a...

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Jessica De Melo commented,

Jodie Cataldo yes we have a withdrawal with actual e...

Jodie Cataldo yes we have a withdrawal with actual end date 30/12/9999

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Jessica De Melo commented,

Yes in that case we've had some conflicting advice t...

Yes in that case we've had some conflicting advice too! Thank you both :)

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Jessica De Melo commented,

Does anybody know if the signed Apprenticeship Agree...

Does anybody know if the signed Apprenticeship Agreement or Training Plan would be suitable evidence if the apprenticeship duration and end date covers the End Point Assessment period?

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Jessica De Melo commented,

Yes I got the following last week : "...any apprent...

Yes I got the following last week : "...any apprentice who started a level 7 apprenticeship before 1 January 2026 will continue to be funded through to completion. Changes to funding for level 7 ap...

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Jessica De Melo commented,

We were given this guidance by the helpdesk: https:/...

We were given this guidance by the helpdesk: https://youtu.be/bFP-U6bzCVw?si=x_DNrV__sDrG0JpM and Training Providers: Transitioning to the ILR led add an apprentice journey- a live walkthrough Have...

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Jessica De Melo commented,

We have a learner currently on a break who is includ...

We have a learner currently on a break who is included in the figure - they were PPLED at the time of going on a break. I thought they would be excluded on the basis they have an actual end date......

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Jessica De Melo commented,

Hi Sharon, I can't offer any additional advice but ...

Hi Sharon, I can't offer any additional advice but we are also in the same boat with very intermittent service from our account manager. We try to use the support portal/ticket system as much as we...

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KIT Days - For EPA only

We have an apprentice who plans to complete all apprenticeship gateway requirements before going on mat leave, but wants to use the KIT days for the actual EPA.  Having read the funding rules, I do...