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Want to earn why you learn? An apprenticeship could be for you!
Apprenticeships offer a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, and improve your job prospects. You spend one day in college and the rest of the week developing your practical skills and knowledge on the job.
Who can become an Apprentice?
You must be 16 or over, living in England and not in Full-Time education.
You also need an employer to sponsor your Apprenticeship. If you are not employed we will match your details against any vacancies we have on file while you also apply for jobs.
Why become an Apprentice?
You will be paid for working and training in an area you enjoy, receiving a minimum of £3.70 per hour.
With this great foundation to build on you will have a wide range of options available to you in the future.
How long is an Apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships take between 13 months and 48 months depending on your ability and your employers' requirements.
What qualifications can I achieve?
- An NVQ (QCF) Level 2 or NVQ (QCF) Level 3
- A Technical Certificate
- Functional Skills including Literacy and Numeracy
- Employment Rights and Responsibilities
As an apprentice you will:
- Work alongside experienced staff
- Gain job-specific skills
- Earn a wage and get holiday pay
- Study towards a related qualification (usually one day a week)
In order to undertake an Apprenticeship you will need to have a job with a contract of employment for at least 30 hours per week or have a firm offer of employment within your chosen occupational area. If you don’t have a job and are looking for an apprenticeship vacancy please visit the National Apprenticeship Service website www.apprenticeships.org.uk and register your details. We will be able to support you in finding an Apprenticeship placement, so get in touch today.
Level of apprenticeships:
| Name | Level | Equivalent |
| Intermediate | 2 | 5 GCSE passes A* - C |
| Advanced | 3 | 2 A level passes |
| Higher | 4, 5, 6 & 7 | Foundation Degree and above |
| Degree | 6 & 7 | Bachelor's / Masters Degree |