Year 11, 12 and 13 students had the opportunity to listen to, and be involved in, a presentation and Q & A session run by our expert Apprenticeship Support & Knowledge Coordinator (part of Amazing Apprenticeships).
It was a very informative session and gave a greater understanding of opportunities available through apprenticeships. If your son/daughter was unable to take part in the session and would like to view the presentation, it can be found on this page (left).
Considering applying for an Apprenticeship next year?
Amazing Apprenticeships have a list of Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeships available here.
See also our Apprenticeship guide.
Parent Perspective Podcast from Amazing Apprenticeships: please click here.
Apprenticeship Information Parent Pack: please click here.
Applications are now open for vacancies in stores in selected locations across England!
The Stronger Starts apprenticeship programme is a fantastic opportunity for young people to kickstart a career in retail, enjoy a brilliant starting salary, and receive lots of support and coaching along the way.
Our apprenticeship programs, delivered in partnership with Multiverse, are designed for you to start and grow your career, whether in research, operations, human capital management or another division. Our programs flex to varied interests and backgrounds. Learn how you can be supported, empowered, and inspired to achieve your full potential at Morgan Stanley.
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Lots of videos and testimonials to discover, and show to students, e.g. from the BBC, BAE, KPMG, Lidl, HSBC etc etc. Students can sign up for smart alerts on particular sectors they are interested in. Follow this link: Search | Employers and apprenticeship providers | UCAS
In the final episode of this series we’re talking about the green agenda and how apprenticeships – particularly in the trade and engineering sectors – can help us hit our targets and live a little more sustainably.
Rachel’s guest this week is Santina Bunting, a Level 3 Civil Engineering apprentice in the Geotechnics team at ARUP
Santina discusses her journey into an apprenticeship at 16, what it was like to leave school at a young age and go to work whilst her friends were in sixth form, how she found the apprenticeship with support from her Mum, what the benefits have been and what her advice to others would be. Santina also discusses her future plans to progress into a degree apprenticeship in engineering and what it’s been like as a young woman in the sector.
Tune in now on all the usual channels, or by hitting the button below! LISTEN HERE
RateMyApprenticeship compiled a list of top resources for students on their official National Apprenticeship Week page (which you can access here). This is filled with lots of evergreen content for you including our much anticipated 2024 “A Guide to Career Options”
Would you like to earn a fee-free social research degree, whilst working in a paid government role?
Our Social Research Degree Level Apprenticeship allows you to do just that.
The apprenticeship programme offers a first of its kind opportunity to gain real experience working on some of the governmentʼs most impactful projects, while gaining a bespoke undergraduate degree in social research.
Apprentices will develop transferable and applied knowledge, skills and behaviours that will set them up for a long career in modern social research. The course will cover a broad range of contemporary quantitative and qualitative social research methods and skills, alongside how they can be applied to bring about real-world change and help government and organisations make better decisions.
Apprenticeships are available at 14 government departments across England. Our apprentices will typically spend 4 days per week working in their government department, and 1 day studying online with the University of Kent.
Our apprentices will benefit from:
– A fee-free social research degree from The University of Kent
– A paid government role
– Opportunities across England
– Meaningful work that makes a difference to society
– An inclusive and diverse working environment.
– A permanent government role upon successful completion of the degree apprenticeship
We are holding a series of Q&A sessions where students will be able to ask any questions about the programme and application process. Details of these can be found on the application page.
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If you’re seeking a real-world alternative to university, an apprenticeship with Aon offers the opportunity to earn while you learn and gain practical, hands-on experience while working towards industry-recognised qualifications.
Aon is one of the world’s most successful professional services companies. We help the biggest names in business plan for every eventuality, from economic upheaval and political crises to natural disasters and plenty more.
Here’s why you don’t want to miss out:
• As an apprentice, you will be a permanent employee involved in meaningful work from day one
• You will have access to networking opportunities to help you learn more about Aon and how we help our clients make better decisions
• We’ll provide you with technical and on-the-job training, as well as full support to achieve globally recognised professional qualifications
• You will be joining an inclusive firm that puts its people first
Don’t miss this opportunity to make an impact. Our apprenticeship applications for 2024 are open now! Apply here now.
Finance, Admin in Civil Engineering
Our apprenticeship programmes offer you the opportunity to continue your formal academic studies working towards a recognised qualification, whilst working alongside highly skilled people all eager to help you develop and grow into the discipline of your choice.
Why choose an apprenticeship with Costain?
• A structured development programme, including academic study and on the job experience, leading to a certificated recognised apprenticeship.
• Support to achieve professional membership of a relevant institution.
• Work opportunities in a diverse range of market sectors and locations.
• You’ll be part of a new and exciting career development programme within one of the UK’s Most Admired Companies.
• Competitive salary with two pay reviews per year.
• Dedicated central early careers team and local site support for apprentices.
We recruit for a wide variety of apprenticeships (level two through to seven) from Administration and Finance to Civil Engineering and Material Technicians. We recruit for our apprenticeships across the year, so although there may not be a suitable opportunity now, keep any eye out on our careers page and remember to register your interest.
To find out more about what we can offer you, click the link today!
When it comes to employment vs education, our Apprentice Schemes don’t make you choose. Whether you’re leaving school or shaking things up with a career change, we’ve got loads of opportunities that’ll have you learning on the job, working towards qualifications, and earning a fantastic salary as you do.
We’re accepting applications for our Field Engineer Apprentice.
Our Field Engineers are the people who dazzle our customers every day, by installing or fixing products in their homes, offices or shops. and offering them advice. As an apprentice, you’ll join our Consumer Field Operations team and help us deliver services to keep the nation connected.
For more information, please click here.
Mazars is a leading international professional services firm. We are a united partnership, delivering exceptional quality in audit, accounting, tax, financial advisory and consulting.
At Mazars, we have a wide range of opportunities for your students to gain experience in a firm that truly cares about their aspirations. Mazars is also an amazing place to learn and grow. We are known for giving ambitious people responsibility and exposure early in their career.
Our culture is all about, celebrating individuality and we thrive on teamwork. We give people the freedom to make a personal contribution to our shared purpose. We work together to deliver quality, create change and make an impact. And we support each other, so that everyone can reach their own potential.
We have opportunities available throughout the year within Audit, Tax and Advisory Services. We also employ into 13 of our offices nationally, meaning there is an opportunity to suit in whatever field and location they wish to start their career in.
Discover our opportunities today!
Click on the link below https://jobs.mazars.co.uk/jobs/early-careers/?dm_i=30Z2,1FGRR,8XZCVI,5NLUT,1
Thinking about future career plans, and which path is right for the young people in your life? If you’re considering alternatives to university, an apprenticeship at an award winning, fortune 500 company – Accenture, can offer a blend of real project work, top-class mentorship and training, and a structured degree programme – all while earning a competitive salary.
At Accenture our mission is to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. We partner with clients to optimise their processes and performance by applying cutting-edge technologies and digital innovation, to drive positive change and deliver transformative solutions.
Change is only possible when different perspectives come together to harness the potential of technology. We believe it can only be done with new and bold ideas, with different people coming together and bringing their perspective and experience with them. If they have a genuine passion and curiosity for consulting and technology, encourage them to apply now for our:
and have an opportunity to obtain a debt-free degree and invaluable industry experience at a global prestigious firm. Applications will close February 2024 – do not miss out!
Locations: Nationwide
Latest opportunities: Do you want to start your dream career at the UK’s largest automotive manufacturer? Become a Customer Service Advisor, Sales Executive or Parts Advisor at the UK’s largest automotive manufacturer. Click here.
We’re delighted to let you know that our 2024 school and college leaver opportunities are now open and we have many routes through which you can join us. If you’re looking for opportunities to join us straight from school or college, our full-time School and College Leaver programmes are designed to help you develop your business skills through real client work, while also completing formal training and studying towards qualifications.
Perhaps you’re looking for an opportunity where you can gain a degree and begin your career. Our Flying Start degree programmes offer you the opportunity to kick-start a career and go to university
The programme offers students the opportunity to combine the university experience while working towards their career at the same time. They can enjoy everything university life has to offer whilst working towards becoming an ICAEW Chartered Accountant on multiple paid placements at PwC throughout their degree. The programme lasts four years and is an excellent way for your students to fast track their career in the accounting and business profession.
You can also find more information about the programme on our website, including information on our all new financial bursary.
Please use this sign up link.
Reimagine the possible with PwC. It’s a new world, ready for your new skills.
Find out about Early Career Programmes & Apprenticeships in Horseracing
Have your students ever thought about a career in the Horseracing industry? There are various career paths they can take, some of which they may never have even thought about and a wide range of training to support them on their journey.
Foundation training at our racing schools, the National Horseracing College and the British Racing School, leads to completing an apprenticeship in a racing yard, which allows you to work hands-on with horses. There are similar options in Scotland with the Scottish Racing Academy.
There is also an option for those that want to work with horses but maybe don’t want to ride. The National Stud offers an Entry to Stud Employment Course for those with no experience handling horses, leading to a role in the breeding industry.
If media interests your students, then there is the Racing Media Academy who provide students with work experience and training at some of the largest media companies within Horseracing. This involves a one-week course at the British Racing School, followed by a paid placement in one of the many racing media outlets. Applications are invited in November.
Activate Apprenticeships offers award-winning training for learners including School Leavers. We work with some of the UK’s top employers and provide fantastic opportunities for students across a variety of sectors.
We have apprenticeships in the following areas:
Students in Year 11 can register their interest, regardless of whether they have yet found an employer to provide the apprenticeship, via this link.
At Specsavers, we believe in growing our own. Our apprenticeships provide firm foundations for lifelong careers in Optometry and Audiology. Fields that are dynamic, rewarding and constantly evolving. In practical terms this means hands-on learning and preparation for those all-important next steps. Something our 600 apprentices certainly appreciate. Growing our talent. It’s a company-wide philosophy that’s backed up by the stats:
For further information click here.
After completing GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications, there are a variety of options available to your child. A Jaguar Land Rover retailer apprenticeship could be an amazing opportunity for them to learn while earning and develop an automotive career, whilst working for a company that brings together two much loved and highly prestigious British car brands.
The Jaguar Land Rover Retailer apprenticeship programme is looking for the next generation of Service Technician, Customer Service Advisor, Parts Advisor and Sales Executive apprentices.
We are looking for individuals who share our passion and want to become part of our team based in over 200 state-of-the-art retailers all across the UK.
All apprentices are employed full-time in one of our retailers and will receive a combination of on-the-job and off-the-job training. On-the-job training will include having an experienced mentor who will provide help and support with work done in the retailer. In terms of off-the-job training, apprentices will have a mixture of face-to-face classroom-based training at one of our training academies and online training through virtual classrooms.
Once the apprenticeship is complete, qualified apprentices will receive a nationally recognised qualification and Jaguar Land Rover brand certification. The Jaguar Land Rover retailer apprenticeship programme is only the start of an incredible career as there are lots of opportunities for further career development within our expanding Retailer Network.
What are the minimum grade entry requirements?
To join the Jaguar Land Rover Retailer apprenticeship programme, applicants must have achieved or be predicted to achieve GCSE grades 9 -4 (A-C) or equivalent in English, Maths and two other subjects.
Applicants must be aged 16 or over and have the right to work in the UK.
How can I find out more and apply?
To find out more about the apprenticeship programme and to apply, please visit our website: www.jaguarlandroverretailerapprenticeships.co.uk
Have you got any questions about the Jaguar Land Rover Retailer apprenticeship programme? You can contact us via email on raadmin@jaguarlandrover.com or call us on 020 3897 3889.
Amazing Apprenticeships has launched a series of new and exciting resources showcasing the brilliant police constable apprenticeship opportunities available with the Metropolitan Police.
As one of the UK’s biggest police services, the Met are looking for individuals with the right values and who want to make a positive difference to join as a Police Constable through its exciting apprenticeship programme. Working with the Met is a rewarding career like no other.
Those who join the Met’s Police Constable Apprenticeship Programme will:
https://amazingapprenticeships.com/met/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=landing+pg&utm_campaign=met
Flying Start degree programmes
Our Flying Start degree programmes offer students the chance to earn a salary and fast-track their career while gaining a degree in Accounting or Technology at the same time. Whichever programme they choose, they’ll work on a range of projects in a culture that embraces difference and encourages them to think imaginatively. Remember to encourage your students to apply before the UCAS deadline on 25 January.
School and College Leaver opportunities
Our full-time School and College Leaver programmes are designed to help students develop their business skills through real client work, while also completing formal training and studying towards qualifications. They’ll earn a competitive salary, benefit from our excellent support networks and have the opportunity to continually progress their career.
Real Estate apprenticeships with CBRE: https://successatschool.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=2c038531b25876a2c7c9cf8b1&id=9a5411cbbc&e=6410d34515
Accountancy Apprenticeships with the National Audit Office:
BP Apprenticeship opportunities:
UBS provides financial advice and solutions to private, institutional and corporate clients worldwide. With more than 70,000 employees, they have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. They offer a collaborative, international and diverse working environment that rewards passion, commitment and success.
https://www.ubs.com/global/en/careers/apprentices.html
Apprenticeships Their UK School Leaver Apprenticeships are an important entry-level pipeline for UBS. The programs provide apprentices with the skills and experiences required to transition from school to the workplace while working towards recognised qualifications. Apprentices are full-time employees who will have a mixture of on-the-desk duties, learning and development. If you want your child to have a great introduction to the world of work with one of the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers, this is the program for them!
UBS offer both degree and advanced apprenticeships in lots of business areas so your child can choose the program that suits them best!
Degree apprenticeships are carried out in partnership with the University of Exeter, a distinguished member of the UK’s Russell Group universities. Apprentices get a set amount of working hours dedicated to an element of learning with full access to the university’s academic resources.
Apprentices can gain a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Applied Finance or a Digital & Technology Solutions Degree. These are great choices for students new to the financial services industry. They will also gain a number of recognised qualifications throughout both programs and be awarded their degree at the end of their fourth year.
The advanced apprenticeships typically range from 15-18 months and will enable your child to gain industry-recognised qualifications to start their career. Completion of the advanced apprenticeship can also lead to a relevant higher apprenticeship and further qualifications.
They will be registered as a learner with a UBS training partner and have access to training, guidance and support.
We help you to deliver apprenticeships that work for you, your learners and your employers.
We break down our apprenticeship standards offer into three key areas, on programme, end-point assessment and training support to ensure you meet the different standard requirements.
This guide is designed to give you an insight into our apprenticeship offer.
Surrey Police are currently open for recruitment for the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA). This is a 3 year programme where students will be working as a Police Officer whilst studying towards a degree in Professional Policing Practice
We have recently changed our entry criteria allowing students to apply in their final year of college/sixth form (previously they could only apply once they had received their results). The full criteria and link to apply is on the following webpage: Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) | Surrey Police
If you want to work in an exciting role in the technology industry and train at the same time, then a digital apprenticeship could be for you.
For more information and to register an interest click here https://www.bcs.org/it-careers/apprenticeships/
A college experience like no other for 16 & 17 year olds starting their career in the British Army. For more information, please click here.
Could you build a fantastic future through hands-on experience at one of our innovative sites across the UK? You’ll get to work on cutting edge projects – assembling the advanced technology that keeps our armed forces safe. Discover if this could be a perfect fit for you.
About our craft engineering apprenticeships
Anything is possible when you bring the different parts together. If you’re hands-on and curious about how things work, then a craft engineering apprenticeship could see you creating the technology of tomorrow piece by piece.
By developing skills in areas such as electrics, welding, or aircraft fitting, you’ll keep people safe by assembling and maintaining everything from state-of-the-art aircraft to submarines.
Building a future perfect for you
There is a common misconception that the rail industry jobs consists of manual labour and shift work, and it’s traditionally been a male-dominated work environment. Routes into Rail is a programme run on behalf of the whole rail sector, who are keen to dispel these myths and demonstrate that rail is a truly welcoming and inclusive place for all to work in.
Over the last 5 years, we have seen an increase in women undertaking roles such as senior business managers, train drivers and electrical engineering in rail. The workforce has seen the percentage of females entering the rail sector, grow from 8% to 17%. This is an achievement for the industry, but it’s still not good enough. We want to aim towards a 50/50 gender split. This is why we are reaching out to you, to ask you to look again at rail and look beyond what you might see at your local railway station, and consider the huge range of roles in this vast and growing industry.
Rail needs not only engineers and train drivers, but need employees with skills in digital to prepare us for the future. There are environmental jobs, as rail carefully plans its expansion through the countryside. There are communications, customer service, commercial roles – this list goes on.
If you have so far dismissed the idea of working in rail, we ask you to help us re-write rail and make it a truly diverse place to work.
For more information on careers and apprenticeship opportunities in Rail, visit Routes into Rail | Start your career in rail here | Routes into Rail
In this episode we hear from Nicola Hall, Director of Education at the Careers and Enterprise Company, talking about the current careers landscape and her 5 top tips on how to support your child when exploring options. We’ll also hear from George Anderson, a health and wellbeing coach, addressing the anxieties parents have right now and the practical solutions to help. We are also joined by a brilliant panel of parents and carers, who will be asking questions and discussing our speaker topics throughout the episode. To listen to the episode please visit the following link: https://amazingapprenticeships.com/the-parent-perspective-podcast/
Heard of Coca-Cola, Nandos, Starbucks, EON, Waitrose, and Volvo? Well, that’s just a small sample of some of the amazing brands you could become an apprentice with and of course there’s more.
If you’re just finishing off school or college and looking for the next step towards your career, we help people get started in their dream career in Marketing, IT, Bakery, Butchery, Automotive, Childcare, Socialcare, Food Manufacturing, Business Administration, Data analytics and more.
We’re hiring for lots of great roles now!
For more information, please click here. www.careermap.co.uk
At BDO, you can make an impact from day one – with early client exposure and the kind of complex, challenging problems that will really make the most of your skills. If you’re ready to start earning while you learn, somewhere that will bring out the best in you, our Apprenticeship Programme lets you do all of this and more.
A career in accountancy is about much more than numbers. You’ll enjoy gaining invaluable experience in a commercial environment, working on real business projects and collaborating with leading industry professionals who respect and value your contribution.
It’s easy to be inspired at BDO. We believe the sharing of unique perspectives is what makes our business stronger. For you, this means the chance to thrive in a collaborative, inclusive workplace. Here, you’ll always feel free to be yourself. Your counselling manager or buddy will provide you with support and advice whenever you need it.
As you’d expect, we offer a competitive salary and first-class benefits package, but trainees often tell us that our friendly and welcoming culture is what really drew them to BDO.
Scitech are looking for a confident and dynamic individual who wants to start their career in Construction Site Management and Health and Safety.
Suitable for any year 13 student who ideally has studied Construction or Engineering at GCSE or A Level.
Full details and how to apply is here: https://scitechcareers.livevacancies.co.uk/#/
Looking for an alternative to university but still want responsibility? E&Y apprenticeships offer you a great start to your career as you’ll be working on real client projects from day one and supported by inspirational colleagues throughout. At the end of the programme, you’ll have gained professional qualifications, a host of transferable skills, lots of practical experience and a network of mentors to help you keep on developing. Beyond everything you’ll have gained, you’ll feel a true sense of belonging amongst a group of people who respect you for who you are and what you bring.
Business Apprenticeships
Valuable, paid on-the-job experience with the opportunity to build the knowledge and skills you need to get ahead. You’ll work with UK and global clients from start-ups to big businesses whilst studying towards a professional qualification. You’ll be supported by a variety of team members throughout your apprenticeship, offering you a wealth of guidance, and providing a great start to your career.
Perfect for school leavers who are looking for an alternative to university. We have opportunities available in Assurance, Strategy and Transactions, and Tax.
Degree Apprenticeship in Digital and Technology
The chance to develop your digital and data skills through on-the-job training and studying towards a BSc degree. Working within a specific service line, you’ll support our teams on exciting and innovative projects for some of the world’s leading organisations.
For more information, please visit: https://www.ey.com/en_uk/careers/students/programmes/schools
With over 1600 pubs, bars and restaurants across the UK with well-known brands, you can begin an apprenticeship with Harvester, Toby Carvery, All Bar One, or Miller and Carter.
Benefits:
For more information, please click here.
Psychometric Testing is a widely used part of the recruitment and selection process not only for Apprenticeships but also increasingly in other interviews and assessments as we move further into a virtual way of working.
One of our George Abbot parents Dan Hughes who is a Chartered Occupational Psychologist and the International Director of Research & Development at PSI Services has very kindly put together a bespoke Introduction to Psychometric Testing for all George Abbot Students. The presentation recording can be accessed here. Many thanks to Dan.
Introduction to Psychometric Testing for Students_v2.mp4
If you are thinking of applying for any role, or would like some guidance for the future, we would highly recommend you listen to this recording to help equip you with knowledge and understanding of what psychometric testing is, why it is used and how you can perform at your best for these assessments.
Dan has also provided a number of links and useful information for other assessments that are used as part of recruitment processes including group exercises, presentations.
https://www.assessmentday.co.uk/assessmentcentre/
https://www.assessmentday.co.uk/assessment-centre-guide.pdf
https://www.assessmentday.co.uk/group-exercise.htm
https://www.assessmentday.co.uk/resources/competency-based-interview.html
https://www.assessmentday.co.uk/e-tray-exercise.htm
https://www.assessmentcentrehq.com/assessment-centre-exercises/
https://www.practiceaptitudetests.com/resources/10-tips-to-pass-your-assessment-centre/
We will be providing more information on assessment centre guides and psychometric testing in due course so please keep an eye out for the bulletin and all information can be found on the GA website.
Discover more, subscribe to our EY Careers Uncovered podcast series, available on all audio platforms.
https://eyukcareers.podbean.com/?WT.mc_id=10463396&AA.tsrc=display
After completing GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications, there are a variety of options available to students. An apprenticeship with the Volkswagen Group could be the perfect start to establish a career in the automotive industry.
The Volkswagen Group apprenticeship programme offers students the opportunity to learn and earn through gaining a nationally recognised qualification while working for one of the world’s leading automotive brands.
For more information, please click here.
With 70+ vacancies available, this is a brilliant opportunity to work in a central government department or agency on some of the most important social, environmental and economic issues our country faces. To find out more about the programme please visit this website.
You can also visit the GES Vacancy Snapshot profile for a deeper look into the scheme and to begin preparing for the application process. Click here.
