A degree, chartered status, and no time out of the business
An apprenticeship is a real, paid job. The apprentice works for an employer and trains with us at the same time, and comes out with a nationally recognised qualification and the experience to go with it.
The short answer
Individual employers will set the selection criteria for their Apprenticeships. Most candidates will have A levels (or equivalent) or existing relevant Level 3 qualifications, and English, Maths and ICT at Level 2. Other relevant or prior experience may also be considered as an alternative.
The employer sets the real bar, so treat this as a guide. If somebody is close but not quite there, it is still worth the conversation.
For managers who want the full set developed properly: skills, knowledge, self-awareness and behaviours.
Strategic decision making at a level that carries responsibility for long-term organisational success, not just this quarter.
Covers strategic decision making, setting direction, achieving results
Building teams, communicating clearly, developing skills and motivating others, and leading change when it is needed.
Covers building and leading teams, clear communication, developing and motivating others, leading change
Project management, financial management, innovation and risk management, across a wide range of functions at once.
Covers project management, financial management, innovation, risk management
Fostering inclusive and ethical cultures, developing stakeholder relationships, and a demonstrated commitment to continual learning. Chartered status is a judgement about conduct as well as capability.
Covers ethical and inclusive cultures, stakeholder relationships, continual professional development
All apprentices must undertake an independent endpoint assessment which is a synoptic assessment of the knowledge, skills and behaviours that have been learnt throughout the apprenticeship. The purpose of the assessment is to make sure the apprentice meets the standard set by employers and are fully competent in the occupation.
Work launched in class and completed in the job, building the evidence the assessor will look at.
The employer, the apprentice and the tutor. Half an hour. Progress, targets, and anything getting in the way.
Marked by a tutor who is not theirs, so the feedback is honest and the real thing holds no surprises.
Most of our apprentices carry on, usually with the same employer and usually into a wider role. Which route is right depends on the job being done, so it is worth a conversation rather than a guess.
Not sure what comes after this one? Tell us the role and we'll tell you honestly which of our apprenticeships, higher apprenticeships or university-level courses fits next.
It takes two, an employer and an apprentice. Pick your side.
Recruiting, or formalising the training of someone already in post? Start with a conversation. We'll check the role, sort the funding, and get them enrolled.
Speak to us today 0800 358 7979
Or advertise a vacancy through us and we'll handle the recruitment.
An apprenticeship is a job, so an employer has to take you on before you can start. Already employed in this kind of role? Your manager can put you forward directly.
No vacancy that suits? Register your interest and we'll tell you when one comes up.
