Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships combine practical training in a real job with study. By the end of an apprenticeship, you’ll have acquired the skills and knowledge for your chosen career. This page will shine a spotlight on some of the training providers within Cheshire and Warrington who work with some great employers within the region to offer apprenticeships in a wide range of sectors.

Key Facts

1 to 5 Years to complete an apprenticeship

2-7 apprenticeship levels to study

600 apprenticeship standards

What is an Apprenticeship

Apprenticeships take 1 to 5 years to complete depending on their level.

Some apprenticeships may also give you an additional qualification, such as a diploma.

If you haven’t already achieved the required level of maths and English, you will be supported to achieve functional skills maths and English as part of your apprenticeship programme.

An Independent End Point Assessment organisation will assess you at the end of the programme to check that you have met all the required knowledge, skills and behaviours outlined in the Apprenticeship Standard.

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What is involved? As an apprentice you will:

be an employee earning a wage and getting holiday pay

gain experience working alongside experienced staff

gain job specific skills you will develop skills relate to your job role

be given time to study at least 20% of your normal working hours will be for training related to your role

undertake study and training at college, work or online depending on the type of apprenticeship you are undertaking

Benefits

earn while you learn rather than remaining in full time education

Contract of Employment You will have a contract of employment and receive the same benefits as other employees working in similar roles.

£5.28 - £10.42 per hour wage rate for an apprentice

Who can apply for an Apprenticeship?

Anyone over the age of 16 and living in England can apply for an apprenticeship.

You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want a change, or you’re upskilling in your current job. You can have a previous qualification in a different subject area and still start an apprenticeship.

You can apply for an apprenticeship vacancy online, register with a local college or training provider to be notified of any opportunities, or approach an employer direct and suggest they consider employing you as an apprentice.

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Types of Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are available in 15 vocational areas:

Agriculture
Environmental and animal care
Business and administration
Care services
Catering and hospitality
Construction
Creative and design
Digital
Education and childcare
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Hair and beauty
Health and science
Legal
Marketing and procurement
Protective services
Sales
Transport and logistics

Below are some examples of employers within Cheshire and Warrington who currently have apprenticeships vacancies.

Amazon Apprenticeships

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BAE systems - Are you looking for a head start?

Whether you want to become a technical expert in welding, painting or scaffolding, or kickstart your career whilst earning a degree in finance, engineering or business— there’s something for everyone at BAE Systems.

Barclays Apprenticeships

Barclays will be recruiting Apprentices into a variety of business areas to include risk, research, compliance, finance, internal audit, operations, technology, retail banking and customer service.

Encirc - Process Operator Apprenticeship | 18 Month Placement | £7.49 per hour

Location; Elton, Cheshire. If you are looking to start your career in a fast paced & innovative business where every day brings new exciting, rewarding and sometimes unexpected challenges then this apprenticeship is for you. A fantastic opportunity to develop your skills whilst gaining a Level 2 in Food & Drink Process Operating

Kier is built by brilliant people. It’s our people, the culture we foster and the values we work to that makes us unique.

As a leading infrastructure services, construction and property development group, every person is working to our purpose to sustainably deliver infrastructure which is vital to the UK. Our industry continues to be resilient, offers opportunity for people to belong, contribute and thrive and is also committed to leaving lasting legacies for communities. Is it time for you to consider being part of the construction revolution?

NHS Apprenticeship opportunities

Earn, learn and make a difference with an NHS apprenticeship. Our apprenticeships offer routes into many of the more than 350 NHS careers through a mix of on-the-job training and classroom learning.

Local Training Providers with Apprenticeship Vancancies

Below are some examples of some amazing local training providers within Cheshire and Warrington who work with some great employers who are offering some brilliant apprenticeships!

You can find the training providers below and a spotlight on a few apprenticeships!

Apprentify - finding your perfect apprenticeship

Apprentify can offer you a unique approach to finding apprenticeships. They have taken the time in developing their specialist apprenticeship programmes to help you find a role best suited for you.

Cheshire College South & West Apprenticeships

Cheshire College has over 1,000 Apprentices, works with over 500 local, national and international employers and delivers Apprenticeships across a wide range of sectors including, Health, Public Services & Care, Engineering & Manufacturing, Construction & Building Services, Information & Communications Technology, Retail & Commercial Enterprise, Education & Training and Business, Administration & Law.

Macclesfield College Apprenticeship opportunities

Macclesfield College offers a wide range of apprenticeships across the region. They can help you through the application process and support you on your apprenticeship journey. They specialise in apprenticeships in: business, childcare, hairdressing, engineering, healthcare, manufacturing, construction, and more.

NTG Training Apprenticeships

NTG Training is an apprenticeship training provider in Cheshire. They are currently offering apprenticeships in warehousing, digital marketing, business administration and more.

Reaseheath College Apprenticeships

With a range of sectors to choose from at a choice of levels, with Reaseheath you can find an Apprenticeship that matches your interests and career aspirations. Apprenticeships include agriculture, bakery, bus and coach engineering, construction, food technologist, equine and many more.

Total People Apprenticeships

Total People can help you achieve your full potential through apprenticeships, traineeships, short courses, study programmes and other qualifications. Their dedicated teams help people to secure a first role, new role, progress in their current role or gain new skills for a career change. They have a wide range of amazing apprenticeships within Cheshire and Warrington currently available.

Warrington & Vale Royal - Apprenticeships available

Warrington & Vale Royal College have an Apprenticeship Recruitment Service to match your skills to a suitable vacancy with an employer. Over 90% of our apprentices continue in employment or receive a promotion following their apprenticeship completion. They offer a wide range of apprenticeships from trade apprenticeships, including plumbing and electrical installation, to hair & beauty, customer service, health & social care, or even HR apprenticeships.

UCAS launches a new apprenticeship service as demand hits all-time high

UCAS has launched their new apprenticeship service which will allow students to see relevant apprenticeship opportunities alongside degree courses and help applicants discover their options. Over this year’s results period (13 – 31 August) the number of users searching for apprenticeships soared by 62.4% compared to the same point last year.

Skills Bootcamps

Some Skills Bootcamps could provide pathways to apprenticeships and result in shorter apprenticeships if the Skills Bootcamp covers some of the apprenticeship curriculum ....

Skills Bootcamps in Cheshire and Warrington

North West Apprentice Ambassador Network

The Apprentice Ambassador Network is made up of like-minded individuals, who all want to share their stories and inspire people around them about the benefits of apprenticeships. The network is made up of both Employers of apprentices, and apprentices themselves. They work together to provide a collaborated approach in educating students, employers and many more around why apprenticeships work. If you’re interested in being a part of the network, follow the link below.

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