Signed contracts must be in place at the start of any apprenticeship. These confirm the individual employment arrangements between an employer and an apprentice, including pay and hours. An apprenticeship agreement must also be in place outlining the apprenticeship and its duration. Both the employer and apprentice must sign these agreements. For an agreement template please follow the link to the government website GOV.UK. Equine employers may also benefit from Equestrian Employers Association (EEA) membership who provide tools and resources, such as a contract creator.