Apprentices: What are the options after an apprenticeship?
So, you’ve either completed your apprenticeship and looking for the next steps OR you want to know what you’re letting yourself in for in the
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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.
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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.
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