Guides and advice for apprentices

We are working in partnership with other employers to
help them find the apprentices they need.

If you are interested in becoming an apprentice, please see the information below. All the links take you through to the Government’s National Apprenticeship Service website.

Becoming an apprentice

An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn on the job and in a classroom, gain experience and get paid. You’re an employee from day one with a contract of employment and holiday leave.

Applying for an apprenticeship

There are hundreds of different apprenticeships to choose from. To apply, you’ll need to create an account on the ‘Find an Apprenticeship’ service. You can also save any apprenticeships you like and then apply for them later.

Browse by interest

If your application is successful, the employer will invite you for an interview. If you’re upskilling with your current employer, you may not need an interview.

The interview process

If your application is successful, the employer will invite you for an interview. If you’re upskilling with your current employer, you may not have one.

Starting your apprenticeship

Before you start your apprenticeship, your employer will usually contact you and ask a series of questions. Find out what they might be.

Assessment and certification

During your apprenticeship, you’ll be assessed to make sure you’re achieving the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for your chosen apprenticeship.

Guides and advice for apprentices

About us

We’re here to help you get started in a trade career. From hands-on experience of what it’s like; useful tips and advice; or finding and applying for an apprenticeship.

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