Apprenticeship Vacancies

You may have decided that you would prefer to get a job, earn a wage and would like the opportunity to gain a qualification whilst at work. If this  is you, then there are a range of Apprenticeship options available.

Apprenticeships 

Apprenticeships are increasingly recognised as the way forward for employers. There are  more than 130,000 employers offering Apprenticeships. They have been designed for anyone aged 16 or over who has a full-time job and needs a flexible training package to develop their skills. They are delivered by well-qualified, industry experienced, assessors who can tailor your training to suit your expertise and qualifications as well as meeting the needs of the employer. Apprenticeships incorporate NVQ Level 2 qualifications, Functional Skills training and job related qualifications. They provide the knowledge and expertise that you need for your chosen career. This is Equivalent to five good GCSE passes.  

Advanced Apprenticeships

Advanced Apprenticeships are a more advanced NVQ Level 3 qualification. To start this programme you should ideally have five GCSEs (grade C or above) or have completed a  Level 2 Apprenticeship. Once you have completed your Apprenticeship you can choose to carry on working, undertake more advanced training or even go on to a higher education degree course. This is Equivalent to two A level passes

How do Apprenticeships work?

Apprenticeships are designed with the help of the employers within the industry, so they offer a structured programme that takes you through the skills that you need to do a job well. There are targets and checks to make sure that your employer is supporting you and you are making progress.

With all work-based courses the tutors arrange a meeting with you and your employer to develop an Individual Training Plan that suits your needs. This ensures that you get the training to maximise your career chances. Each apprentice then has their own Work Based Assessor who visits them in the workplace every 4-6 weeks. This is to carry out training assessments, provide any additional support and to ensure that the welfare and health and safety needs of the apprentice are being met.

How long does it take?

In most cases you can expect it to take around 12 months to complete the Apprenticeship programme and a further 18 months to complete an Advanced Apprenticeship.

How much does it cost?

The qualifications are normally fully funded by the Government

How much do I earn?

Apprentices do real jobs for real employers. So you’re paid while you learn. If you are entering work for the first time you will start earning from day one of your apprenticeship. The National Minimum Wage covers apprentices and, for a typical working week, apprentices must receive a minimum of £95. However, as skills develop, many employers tend to increase wages – in fact research has found that apprentices often earn an average of £170 per week.