Apprenticeships have changed - they are fast becoming one of the main ways that employers are up skilling their staff. To be an apprentice, you must be 16 or over, employed and live in England. For most apprenticeships you will need a level 2 in English and Maths but if you don't have them then don't worry - we can help you get those at the same time as your apprenticeship.
You can do an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want to deepen your knowledge in your current role and/or you want a qualification related to your role. You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship at any level.
Your programme will take up approximately 6 hours a week during work time. (This varies according to your contract) Learning will include group learning - virtually or in person - and then a variety of work-related tasks that will develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours specific to your role. You will work closely with your manager so that they can identify the best ways to support you to meet the criteria for the qualification. When you are ready, at the end of your apprenticeship you will complete the End Point Assessment and achieve your qualification! You won’t be expected to pay for any part of the qualification.
It looks pretty much like your normal week at any time but you will be given opportunity to work towards your qualification during your week. That could include:
a one-hour training session with your cohort
121 with your line manager to see how things are going and what they can support you with
Complete an online activity based on your session or linked to your portfolio - that could include observing a colleague, researching online or just writing up your own experiences.
