Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is a real job that combines practical training carried out in the workplace with study. There are currently over 200 apprenticeship standards at multiple levels approved for delivery in a range of careers.

Apprentices:

• Are open to anyone above the age of 16
• Are paid the national minimum wage for an apprentice for the first 12 months and then NMW for the remainder of their apprenticeship
• Are entitled to sick pay and holiday pay
• Don’t pay for their training
• Learn in the workplace whilst contributing to the workforce

Apprenticeships:

• Offer a great way for employers to welcome people to their workforce and for individuals to kick start their career
• Take between one and six years to complete
• Range from intermediate (GCSE equivalent) level to Degree level
• Provide a nationally recognised qualification
• Help to retain and up skill current members of staff

Search and find apprenticeship vacancies at Find an apprenticeship - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)