Apprenticeships are available in a variety of industries within the local and wider community.  Here are a few, but if you know an apprenticeship route is the path you would like to go down but cannot find information here, please ask!

For more information and advice around applying for an apprenticeship, please see Miss Osgar.

What is an Apprenticeship?

An Apprenticeship is a genuine job, with training, meaning you can earn while you learn and gain a nationally recognised qualification.

Apprentices are an employee of an organisation, so they’re paid a salary and entitled to all the same employment rights as other employees.  They are paid at least the relevant national minimum wage, but it’s worth being aware that the average apprentice wage is often higher than the minimum hourly rate required by the Government.

An apprenticeship means the employee learns and gains valuable experiences.  Alongside on-the-job training, apprentices spend at least 20% of their working hours completing classroom-based learning with a college, university or training provider which leads to a nationally recognised qualification. 

An apprenticeship includes: 

• Paid employment with holiday leave 

• Hands-on-experience in a sector/role of interest

• At least 20% off-the-job training 

• Formal assessment which leads to a nationally recognised qualification

Who Can Apply to Become an Apprentice?

An apprenticeship is a great paid work opportunity for people over the age of 16 in England who are:

• Early in their career 

• Looking to upskill in their current job 

• Looking for a career-change

• Not in full-time education

Each employer/provider will have a different application process, so you’ll need to read the vacancy carefully and ensure you understand any deadlines and next steps.

You will usually be asked to submit an application form or a CV and answer some questions about yourself.  If you get through the first stage, you’ll be invited to an interview and or some type of assessment depending on the employer.  It’s a good idea to keep track of any applications you have on the go and their deadlines.

Colleges and providers have their own list of vacancies. The majority of apprenticeships should be advertised on the .GOV Find an Apprenticeship site (this isn’t always the case for some apprenticeship providers or employers).

Find out how to become an apprentice, what apprenticeships are available, which employers offer them and information about starting your apprenticeship.