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at Sussex Coast College HastingsApprenticeships

The world is changing fast. With fi erce competition for jobs there has never been a better time to have marketable skills. But you don’t need to sit in a class all day to get them. With an Apprenticeship you can earn while you’re learning and gain recognised qualifi cations as you work.

In this booklet you can fi nd out everything you need to know about Apprenticeships at Sussex Coast College Hastings, from the qualifi cations involved, the areas in which you can work and the different levels available.

If you are an employer, taking on an Apprentice can increase the effi ciency of your workforce, develop your management skills, help you contribute to your community and become a loyal, valuable and fully qualifi ed member of your team. Read on to discover how an Apprentice could benefi t your business.

Our friendly team are ready to discuss any questions and help you decide if Apprenticeships are for you.

Dr. Mohan ChanaExecutive Director, Skills

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welcome 2

Apprenticeships guide for students 4

what are frameworks? 5-6

frameworks at Sussex Coast College Hastings 8-25

Apprenticeship guide for employers 28

contact details 30

application form 31

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Apprenticeship guide for learners

Have you considered an Apprenticeship?

What’s in it for me?If you have a job, you will be able to earn money while learning your chosen trade by coming into college one day a week. On some courses attendance at college is not required.

What will it cost me?If you are 16 -18 it will cost you and your employer nothing.

Do I need special skills to be an Apprentice?No, just commitment. Good results in your GCSEs (especially Maths and English) will help you get onto the course you want and could reduce some of the qualifi cations you may have to take as an Apprentice.

What if I do not have a job?There are a number of ways of searching for Apprenticeship vacancies e.g. local newspapers, sending a well written CV with a good covering letter to employers (please do ask us for advice) in your preferred sector, or registering and searching the Vacancy Matching Service at www.apprenticeships.org.uk. If you require any further information please contact us on the numbers at the back of this booklet.

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The following are frameworks that we will be setting up in the very near future.

Level 2 and 3Heating, Ventilating, Air conditioning and RefrigerationThis is a broad industry with many occupations available to you e.g. fi tter, installation heating and ventilation repair etc.

Gas Level 2 and 3As an Apprentice, you’ll assist a gas service engineer and learn how to install and maintain appliances, working towards registration on the Gas Safe Register

Team Leading and Management Level 2 & 3On your Apprenticeship in Team Leading, you’ll learn the theories of team leading and how business works.

Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 2 and 3As an Apprentice, you’ll work under the close supervision of a class teacher. Your duties will vary depending on how the teachers you work with plan their lessons and handle day-to-day classroom activities

Level 2 and 3Retail

Level 2 and 3Sport

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What does an Apprenticeship involve?

● A National Vocational Qualifi cation (NVQ)● Technical Certifi cate● Key Skills (Maths & English)● Employers’ rights and responsibilities (ERR) (this may vary according to the course you have chosen)

● Accounts ● Carpentry ● Electrical Installation ● Painting & Decorating● Barbering ● Catering ● Engineering ● Plumbing● Beauty ● Childcare ● Hair ● Vehicle Maintenance

● Bricklaying ● Cleaning & Support Services ● Health & Social Care● Business Administration ● Customer Service ● ICT

What Apprenticeships are available?

We are continuing to add to this list so please keep checking with us.

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Frameworks at Sussex Coast College Hastings

WHAT IS A FRAMEWORK?A framework is a set of qualifi cations that makes up an Apprenticeship. The framework title is the title of the Apprenticeship.

TRANSFERABLE SKILLSIncludes the Key Skills qualifi cations (Application of Number and Communication) or the Functional Skills (English and Mathematics).Many different industry sectors share the same skill sets. These core skills are transferable across sectors and are built into the Apprenticeship to maximise fl exibility and choice for employers and Apprentices. They include:• Communication (mandatory). • Application of number (mandatory). • ICT. • Working with others. • Improving own learning and performance. • Problem solving.

NVQNVQ (National Vocational Qualifi cation) The Apprentice completes a portfolio based on their experience in college and at work. They receive visits at their workplace from their Assessor, who observes them carrying out specifi c tasks, to ascertain their competence.

TECHNICAL CERTIFICATEThe Technical Certifi cate (Some courses do not require this qualifi cation) This qualifi cation is carried out in college through classroom activities, workshops and online tests. The Apprentice will be required to pass each unit to complete the qualifi cation. They may also be required to attend college on additional days for specifi c workshop activities or tests but this is kept to a minimum.

EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIESThese exist to help Apprentices and employers understand their employment rights and responsibilities and rights related to equal opportunities, health and safety and to understand the safe learner concept.

Additional framework qualifi cations may be required by some sectors these include:Paediatric 1st aid ChildcareAM2 Electro-TechAbrasive Wheel Trowel

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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include an NVQ L2, Key Skills L1 AON & L2 Communication, ERR)

Who is it for?As an Apprentice you may be an accounts assistant, credit control clerk or fi nancial assistant keeping accounts for one person or a global organisation.

What will I study? How to balance accounts, process invoices and payments, prepare VAT returns and fi nancial statements.

How is work assessed?

You may attend college one day per week and your work will be assessed through observation and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to?Interview required for admission onto the course, plus confi rmation of full-time employment.

How do I get onto the course?

Interview required for admission onto the course, plus confi rmation of full-time employment.

accounting

Interested in this course?

Fill out the form and return it to Sussex Coast College Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1BA, or …Call Hayley Robertson Employer Responsive Offi cer (ER Offi cer) on 01424 458317 or Nina Holyer (ER Manager) on 01424 458 427.Candidates can now search for Apprenticeship vacancies

FIND OUT MORE>> www.Apprenticeships.org.uk

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accounting

Level 2 Job roles in accountancy vary. Depending on whether they’re keeping track of an individual’s or a global corporation’s fi nances, there are several things that accountants can do to help their clients’ businesses. This variety often makes it an attractive profession to pursue. You could work in any industry, and apply your skills to any type of business – from large public sector companies and major corporations, to football clubs and small media fi rms. Whatever type of company you want to work for, they will always need the services of an accountant.

• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: 1 day per week• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.

If you complete the Higher Apprenticeship, you can progress to full membership of the Association of Accounting Technicians. You could then complete a professional accountancy qualifi cation with a chartered body such as ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, or ICAS. Successfully completing the Higher Apprenticeship offers a fast track route onto chartered studies through exemptions from certain parts of the syllabus.

Level 3

company you want to work for, they will always need the services of an

over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.

membership of the Association of Accounting Technicians. You could then complete a professional accountancy qualifi cation with a chartered body

the Higher Apprenticeship offers a fast track route onto chartered studies




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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ L2, Key Skills @ Level 1 & ERR)

Who is it for? For anyone wishing to specialise in cutting men’s hair.

What will I study? How to give client consultations, cut hair, trim & shape facial hair, shampoo & condition.


You will attend college one day a week and your work will be assessed through observation and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to?Successful completion can lead to a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.



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Level 2 With men putting almost as much effort into their appearance as women these days, the demand for skilled barbers to cut and style hair is on the rise. This Apprenticeship will teach you how to give client consultations, cut hair, trim and shape facial hair and shampoo and condition hair and scalp. You could also choose to learn how to colour hair or cut basic patterns in hair.

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If you take this as an Advanced Apprenticeship you may learn how to carry out a shave or provide facial massage. You’ll be on your feet and working to please all sorts of customers, so a friendly nature and good sense of humour will come in handy. Your own appearance will also be important, since customers will want to know that creating a good impression matters to you.

Level 3

• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: One day per week• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.




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• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: To be confi rmed• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.

Level 2 As a Beauty Therapy Apprentice, you’ll assist senior therapists and learn a range of skills and techniques, such as how to improve facial skin conditions, wax body hair, spray tan, shape and colour brows, perform hand and foot treatments, and apply make-up.

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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ L2, Key Skills @ Level 1 and ERR).

Who is it for?An Apprentice will assist senior therapists in a wide range of duties, working closely with clients coming into the salon and making appointments.

What will I study? You will learn how to improve facial skin conditions, wax body hair, spray tan, shape and colour brows, hand & foot treatments & apply make-up.


You will attend college one/two days a week and your work will be assessed through observation and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to?Completion of Level 2 can Lead to NVQ Level 3 working or running your own salon, travelling the world on cruise liners or working in TV or fi lms.



On the Advanced Apprenticeship, you’ll work as a beauty therapist, learning techniques like body massage as well as more complicated electronic treatments to remove unwanted hair or improve skin condition. You’ll work closely with clients and will need the ability to put them at ease, and generally be pleasant and personable. Most therapists are based in salons, although some can work in hospitals, resorts, and even cruise liners. It can be a glamorous career choice.

Level 3

emily-”I think Apprenticeships are a good way of learning as you can see what goes on in the working environment - it gives you fi rst-hand experience you don’t get at college.”

holly-”doing an Apprenticeship is good because it gives you real practical work experience .”




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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ L2, Diploma, Level 1 Key Skills, Abrasive Wheel & ERR).

Who is it for?An Apprentice who is learning skills using a wide range of materials and techniques to construct the walls of different types of buildings. This job is physical and you may be working at a great height.

What will I study? How to use different skills and techniques in brickwork and block-work of all shapes and sizes & following instructions from foremen and architects. Health & Safety.


You will attend college one day a week and your work will be assessed through observation on your worksite and through building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to? Being able to work locally, nationally and possibly overseas.



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Level 2 Bricklaying is one of the most widely recognised construction trades. Bricklayers use a wide range of techniques to construct walls of different types of buildings such as: schools, hospitals, shopping centres and factories. You will use brickwork and block work, and you could eventually learn how to restore old buildings or refurbish brickwork on historic buildings.

brick-laying • Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: To be confi rmed• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.(PPE equipment will be required for this course.this course.




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• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: TBC• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.

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Level 2 Administrators handle the day-to-day tasks in an offi ce and make sure things run smoothly – 97% of employers say that effective administration is essential to their business, so they do a crucial job. The term ‘administration’ covers roles that involve organising people and resources, including, executive assistants, secretaries, administration assistants, data entry clerks and offi ce juniors.

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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ L2, Technical Cert L2,Key Skills L2 communication and L1 Application of Number & ERR).

Who is it for?An Apprentice who is committed, organised and methodical and whose role as an offi ce junior is organising people and resources.

What will I study? How to maintain and keep records, fi nancial information, spreadsheets, faxing and other systems and documentation.


You may attend college one day a week and your work will be assessed through observation in your workplace and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to?An excellent opportunity to move into management once you have more business experience. Can lead to Level 3.



One of the great things about business and administration is that you can work almost anywhere. With your transferable skills, you could be working in a record company or a charity. Administration roles are also an excellent starting point to move into management once you have more experience.

Level 3

susie -”The reason I chose to do an Apprenticeship was so that I could continue developing myself academically but continue working. What I love most about being an Apprentice is that everyone is always willing to give up their time to show you how to do new things.”




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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ L2, Diploma, Key Skills @ Level 1 & ERR).

Who is it for?An Apprentice installing a wide range of wood products including doors, windows, fl oors, walls, staircases and roof trusses.

What will I study? You will learn how to set out, prepare, joint, cut and shape timber for all kinds of projects.


You will attend college one day a week and your work will be assessed through observation in your workplace and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to? Development of skills to specialise in certain areas.



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Level 2 Carpenters and joiners are required to prepare, build and install a wide range of wood products including doors, windows, fl oors, walls, stair-cases and roof trusses. On this Apprenticeship you will learn how to set out, prepare, joint cut and shape timber on all kinds of construction products.

carpentry • Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: One day per week• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details. (PPE gear is required for this course).

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• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: One day per week• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details. (Purchase of whites and kit will be required for this course).

What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. A Tech Cert. (To include NVQ L2, Key Skills @ L1 and ERR).

Who is it for?An Apprentice who is assisting in kitchens large and small, such as pubs, restaurants or even the NHS or other large organisations.

What will I study?How to prepare and serve different ingredients and dishes in a professional manner, as well as the health and safety aspects of working in a kitchen environment.



What can it lead to?To Level 3 to do Professional cookery which could lead to a role of head chef or other supervisory roles.



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Level 2 This Apprenticeship covers a range of occupations within hospitality and catering, one of the largest industries in the country. Hospitality and catering covers work in restaurants, hotels and holiday accommodation, cafés, pubs, and contract caterers – it also supplies other industries with food and drink. Schools, colleges, hospitals and large businesses nearly always have canteens and catering staff, too. To refl ect the many career options on offer, this Apprenticeship has several pathways. If you’re interested in working ‘front of house’, you could train as waiting staff and learn how to serve customers, or train in drinks service – one of the fastest growing sub-sectors.

Successful completion of the Advanced Apprenticeship could lead to management or supervisory roles.

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emily - “Being an Apprentice is a great opportunity to get a qualifi cation and gain new skills as well as working in the industry.”

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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. To include NVQ L2, Cerifi cate, Key Skills @ L1, ERR & Paediatric 1st aid Certifi cate).

Who is it for?Apprentices working with children 0-16, in any childcare establishment such as schools, crèches, nurseries & playgroups.

What will I study? How to care for, and the development of infants & children of all ages as well as; diet, importance of play, social & emotional skills and safety. You need to be dedicated and committed to your job and determined to succeed.


You may attend college one day a week and your work will be assessed through observation in the workplace and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to?A Level 3 supervisory role and then onto possible higher education.


Interview required for admission onto the course, plus confi rmation of full-time employment. (A CRB check will also be required).

childcareThis Apprenticeship gives people a fulfi lling opportunity to work with children and young people while also gaining an understanding of their development. Equally, it ensures candidates put childcare theory into practice.

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As an Apprentice, the exact nature of your job role will depend on your employer. The Level 2 Apprenticeship is for those working under supervision such as nursery assistants or playgroup assistants working with children under fi ve or an assistant playworker in an out of school setting.

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship is for those who work on their own initiative, planning and organising their own work and/or supervising others, for example, a nursery nurse, playgroup leader or a childminder working in their own home.

After successful completion of this Apprenticeship there’s good scope for progression. You may move up through levels of work, for example, from nursery assistant to nursery manager. There are also opportunities to undertake further training or assessment.

Level 2

• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: Possibly one day per week (to be confi rmed)• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.




lewis - ”it’s perfect for what I need - you get advice from the professionals at the same time as learning.”

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• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: Work based qualifi cation• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.

cleaning & support servicesLevel 2 There’s more to cleaning than most people realise – cleaning staff can sometimes work at crime and accident scenes, or for the National Health Service ensuring cleanliness of hospital wards, waiting rooms and offi ces. They might even take charge of a large-scale clean-up, like on a festival site.

As an Apprentice, you’ll learn a range of cleaning techniques and skills including health and safety; working effectively with customers and others; and communication skills. Depending on your employer, you might learn how to clean food areas, confi ned areas, high-risk areas or the inside of passenger transport vehicles.

What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. To include NVQ and Tech Cert @ Level 2 Key Skills/Functional Skills at Level 1 and the ERR.

Who is it for?For someone who is employed in the cleaning industry and who wishes to gain experience in this sector.

What will I study? You will learn about a range of cleaning techniques and dealing with various cleaning materials.


You may attend college one day per week and your work will be assessed through observation and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to? A nationally recognised qualifi cation.






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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ L2, Tech Cert, Key Skills @ L1, ERR).

Who is it for?An Apprentice working at the front end of a business generally assisting customers and keeping them happy.

What will I study?How to deal with customers in a professional manner, and how to organise systems. You need to have patience and be a good communicator.


Your work will be assessed through observation in the work-place and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to?Advance onto the Level 3 and a qualifi cation that will serve you well in any industry.



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Level 2 Good customer service is key to the success of any business or organisation. It’s one of those useful skills that makes a customer’s experience better. As a customer service Apprentice, you’ll probably work at the front end of an employer’s business and regularly assist customers. Duties will vary between sectors, but in most cases you’ll be making sure that customers are dealt with in a positive, reliable and pleasant way.

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Completing this Apprenticeship is a way of providing evidence of skills that will serve you well in virtually any industry – so it’s a very good way to move forward, even if you’re still undecided about your future career.

Level 3

• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: Attendance at college not required on a weekly basis.• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.




april -”being an Apprentice gives me the skills and knowledge that I require to develop and fl ourish in my career.I hope to achieve a clear and thorough understanding of the inner working of the College and excel in my given area.”




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A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ Level 2 & 3, Technical Cert Level 3, Key Skills Communication & AON Level 2 & ICT Level 1, ERR and AM2).

Who is it for? An Apprentice working as an Electro-Technical operative.

What will I study?You will tend to specialise in fi elds such as; panel building, motor repair, instrumentation, or maintenance. Along with reading technical drawings, safety rules & regulations.



What can it lead to?You will be able to use your specialist skills to work on a wide range of projects, or even run your own business.



• TBC• Duration: Four years• Course time: One day per week• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.

electrical installationLevel 3 onlyAs an Apprentice, you’ll work as an electrotechnical operative, specialising in one of four areas. You could learn how to build control panels for lighting, heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems or you could focus on fi nding faults and fi xing them in a range of machinery or on the installation and maintenance of manufacturing systems or you could learn to test and service a range of electromechanical equipment. Because this is an Advanced Apprenticeship, Apprentices will be expected to have strong practical skills and advanced abilities. You’ll need to be able to follow technical drawings and understand health and safety regulations.

Because this is an Advanced Apprenticeship, Apprentices will be expected

jake - ”I enjoy being an Apprentice because I am always learning something new and will fi nish with a lifelong skill.”

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Level 2 On this Apprenticeship, the sort of work you’ll be doing will depend on your employer. Generally, engineering Apprentices will learn to take on an operator role in a certain area of engineering. This could involve anything from assembling car engines to installing telecommunications systems. Most duties will involve the maintenance of equipment and machinery.

What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ L2, Technical Cert, Key Skills AON, Comms, IT & wider Key Skills @ Level 1 and 2, ERR).

Who is it for?

An Apprentice working in an operator role within your company’s area of engineering to include: assembling car engines, metal casting, servicing lifts or telecommunications. (Please discuss with your Tutor for further details)

What will I study?

How to work safely within an engineering environment, communicate technical information, and how to identify engineering equipment. You will need a good head for fi gures, IT, & good written skills and communication.


You will attend college one day/two days a week and your work will be assessed through observation and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to?To move onto the Level 3 to become a trainer or skilled craftsperson/technician.



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engineering

Through the Advanced Apprenticeship you can become either a skilled craftsperson (skilled in practical trades, like fi tting or machining) or a technician (involved in technical matters and problem-solving). Working in this fi eld requires a good head for fi gures and IT literacy. You’ll need good written and verbal communication skills; and you’ll have to be a team player.

Level 3

• Rolling Programme• Duration: 2-3 years• Course time: At least one (possibly two) days per week• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details. (PPE gear required for this course).

A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ L2, Technical Cert, Key Skills AON, Comms, IT

(PPE gear required for this course).




gary -”The variety of work that I am doing; I’m only just scratching the surface but it’s all so interesting. What I had learned at College is taking on a whole new meaning, my course gave me such a good grounding and I am still continuing and enjoying my studies at College. Of course getting paid to learn is also great.”




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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include an NVQ L2, Key Skills @ L1 & ERR).

Who is it for?

As an Apprentice you will be working as a salon junior training to be a salon stylist. Your duties are likely to be booking appointments, shampooing, conditioning, drying and many other tasks around hairdressing.

What will I study?Many issues surrounding hairdressing such as: hair & skin testing, the effects of chemicals and principles of hair colour selection, along with attending to customers.



What can it lead to?A nationally recognised qualifi cation that can lead to a Level 3 Apprenticeship.



• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: One day per week• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details. (Purchase of a kit is required for this programme)

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Level 2 This Apprenticeship covers all the basics of hairdressing. As a Hairdressing Apprentice, you’ll work as a salon junior, assisting senior staff while training as a junior stylist. Duties are likely to include booking appointments, shampooing, conditioning, drying and styling hair, and mixing and applying hair colouring.

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Advanced Apprentices take their learning a step further by developing their cutting and colouring skills so they can carry out all the latest fashion techniques – and maybe even determine the fashion looks of the future.

On this Apprenticeship you’ll spend a lot of time on your feet, and it’s important that you look smart (and have an even better hairstyle). Good communication plays a role, too – you’ll need to understand exactly what your customer wants in order to make them happy.

Level 3

A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career.

clare-”I want to become a stylist hairdresser in a salon after I have achieved my NVQs at college.”

natalie-”doing an Apprenticeship means you can work and get experience whilst going to college at the same time.”

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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ L2, Technical Cert, Key Skills @ L1 & ERR, CRB).

Who is it for?For anyone working in an environment with people who have an assessed need (disabled, elderly, within an environment such in a person’s home, hospital, clinic, hospice etc).

What will I study?You will have the opportunity to choose from a broad range of specialisms. Interpersonal skills, communication skills and being a good listener are essential.


Your work will be assessed through observation and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to?Successful completion can lead to Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.


Interview required for admission onto the course, plus confi rmation of full-time employment. (CRB Check will be required for this course).

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health & social careThis Apprenticeship covers a wide range of job roles in the health care and social care fi elds. The NHS, private sector, local authorities and the armed forces all employ Apprentices.

As an Apprentice in Health Care, you could work in hospitals, the community, doctors’ surgeries, hospices, private clinics or opticians. You could be supporting doctors or nurses in clinical roles or helping patients in hospital wards or their homes – serving food, making and changing beds and so on. There are 21 separate qualifi cations available within the Health Care Apprenticeship ranging from maternity to radiotherapy support.

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Completion of the Advanced Apprenticeship will stand you in good stead for progression onto Higher Education in subjects like nursing or midwifery and operating department practitioner roles in the care sector or management roles in Care homes.

Level 3

• Rolling Programme• Duration: Work-based qualifi cation (some dates in college may be required).• Course time: At least one (possibly two) days per week• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.




lily -”The Apprentice scheme was perfect for me as I have been able to have hands on experience as well as gaining a qualifi cation. I will keep studying and working and eventually manage my own care home.”




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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include an NVQ L3, Technical Cert, Key Skills @ L2 and ERR).

Who is it for?An Advanced Apprentice dealing with developing software, or training people to use software correctly. You will need to be methodical with attention to detail & have excellent communication/customer care skills.

What will I study? Software installation and upgrade, communication skills and technical fault diagnosis.


You will attend college one/two days a week and your work will be assessed through observation in the workplace and by building a portfolio of evidence.

What can it lead to?Excellent career prospects in ICT and an opportunity to progress to a Foundation degree in IT or a similar subject area.



• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: One (possibly) two days per week depending on options• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.

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Level 2 & 3This Apprenticeship covers work in a broad range of digital technologies which help us use and share information, such as mobile phones, computers, broadband provision, and satellite communications. IT and telecoms jobs are no longer just about the technology. All jobs now require you to have good people skills as well as the technical skills you’ll gain during your Apprenticeship. The industry is looking for 142,000* new workers over the next three years, so the career prospects are excellent.

* Source www.apprenticeship.org.uk

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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ L2, Diploma, Key Skills @ Level 1 & an ERR).

Who is it for?For an Apprentice working with a variety of materials such as paint, varnish & wallpaper.

What will I study? How to prepare surfaces, wallpaper & paint stripping, apply-ing base coats & fi nishes (including gold leaf) in both modern and historic buildings. Match colours & apply paints using a variety of methods for industrial and commercial properties.



What can it lead to?To be able to use your skills in both the construction industry and private sector. Good communication skills are essential.


Interview required for admission onto the course, plus confi rmation of full-time employment. (PPE and kit will be required for this course).

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painting & decoratingLevel 2 In the construction industry it is not just about painting and decorating a room in a house. A painter and decorator could paint large structures like road bridges or railway bridges, spray paint walls in factories or schools; skilfully apply gold leaf to ornate fi xtures in a stately home or restore neglected buildings.

• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: One Day per week• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details.

kerry -”I hope to achieve good grades and get my NVQ. I like working in different places whilst learning.”







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Q&AWhat will I gain?

A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include an NVQ and Tech Cert @ L2, Key Skills @ L2 and ERR).

Who is it for?For someone who is employed as a trainee plumber and who wishes to gain experience in this sector.

What will I study? You will learn about safety, cold and hot water systems, sanitation and central heating.



What can it lead to?A nationally recognised qualifi cation that can lead to a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.



• Rolling Programme• Duration: 18 months to two years• Course time: One Day per week• Course Price: Free unless over 19 then an employer contribution is required. Please ask for details. (PPE gear is required for this course).

This Apprenticeship covers training in a range of plumbing systems and components and their installation. As a plumber, you could fi nd yourself working in many different places – from construction sites to residential homes. Job prospects are good, with plenty of scope for self-employment.

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On the Advanced Apprenticeship, your skill base will broaden to include working with gas, and you’ll be able to enter the profession at a higher level.

Level 3

As a Plumbing Apprentice, you’ll learn about the installation and maintenance of plumbing systems and components. You’ll also take a certifi cate in basic plumbing skills, covering safety, cold water and hot water systems, sanitation, and central heating.

Level 2

tim - ”after completing my NVQ2 I want to then take my NVQ3 and then my gas. Eventually I would like to start my own company”

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Crest Nursing Home Manager & Nursing Home owner - Jo Crawford said of Apprenticeships, “ like an artist you start with a blank canvas, drawing out their potential in the workplace”.

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What will I gain?A nationally recognised qualifi cation in your chosen career. (To include NVQ Level 2, Technical Cert/Diploma, Key Skills @ Level 1 to include ICT and ERR).

Who is it for?

Ideal for those wanting to work in a service technician type role carrying out routine maintenance work, perhaps with a dealership or independent garage, with Light Vehicles.

What will I study? You will choose an area of specialism i.e. light, heavy or auto electrical.



What can it lead to? This could lead you onto a level 3 Apprenticeship.


Interview required for admission onto the course, plus confi rmation of full-time employment. (PPE gear will be required for this course).

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vehicle maintenance and repairLevel 2As an Apprentice, you could work for a dealership and focus on a particular manufacturer, or work for an independent garage that deals with many different makes of vehicles. In both, you’ll choose your area of specialisa-tion, whether that’s motorcycles, cars, heavy vehicles or vehicle electrical systems. You’ll be working in a service technician type role, carrying out routine maintenance and basic repairs, as well as identifying and reporting faults.

Vehicle repair is challenging, hands-on work – every vehicle will present a new problem to solve. You’ll also need good communication skills in order to explain everything to the customer. But you’ll feel satisfi ed when the job’s done and that car is back on the road.




ozzie -”I wanted to become an Apprentice because I wish to make something of my life, to eventually own my own car repair business. I realised that to do so I need to study and gain relevant qualifi cations in mechanics as well as running a business.”

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Apprenticeship guide for employers

What are Apprenticeships?They are a work-based training programmes designed around the needs of the employers which lead to a nationally recognised qualifi cation.

What are the main requirements?The Apprentice must be:• employed (we will consider self-employed and voluntary employees) and provided with a Contract of Employment.• allowed to attend college at least one day a week (other days may be required but notice will be given).• given the opportunity to carry out work that supports their training programme (copies of standards or course information can be provided on request).

The Employer must:• allow our Apprenticeship Co-ordinators to carry out • a full Health & Safety Assessment • regular reviews of the Apprentice’s progress • general Health & Safety reviews as set down by the SFA (Skills Funding Agency)• hold valid Employer’s Liability Insurance (additional insurances may be required).• meet the criteria for funding.

The Apprenticeship programme has been designed to help your employees reach a high level of competency and performance and with over 180 different types of Apprenticeship, there’s bound to be a place for an Apprentice in your organisation.

Who are Apprentices for?You can use Apprenticeships to train both new and existing employees.

Who runs them?Apprenticeships are designed by the Sector Skills Councils (part of the Skills for Business network), while the National Apprenticeships Service helps to fund the training.

Where do they take place?This is up to you. Most of the training is ‘on the job’ at your premises. The rest can be provided by a local college or by a specialist training provider.

What the employers say.Having Apprentices involved in our two salons has proven to be a fantastic inspirational concept, they motivate experienced stylists who wish to demonstrate their skills to young eager minds therefore improving the quality of hairdressing from our salons as well as the calibre of tomorrow’s hairdressers. - ARADIA SALONS, Phil & Samantha Carpenter

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What is included in the Apprenticeship Framework?

NVQ (National Vocational Qualifi cation) The Apprentice completes a portfolio based on their experience in college and at work. They receive visits at their workplace from their Assessor, who observes them carrying out specifi c tasks, to ascertain their competence. The employer must allow the learner to work on different aspects of the job to enable this assessment. Our Co-ordinator and Assessor can help ensure you are offering the correct type of work to your Apprentice.

The Technical Certifi cate (some courses do not require this qualifi cation): this qualifi cation is carried out in college, or in the workplace on some frameworks, through classroom activities, workshops and online tests. The Apprentice will be required to pass each unit to complete the qualifi cation. They may also be required to attend college on additional days for specifi c workshop activities or tests but this is kept to a minimum.

Employment Rights and Responsibilities - These exist to help Apprentices and employers understand their employment rights and responsibilities and rights related to equal opportunities, health and safety and to understand the safe learner concept.

Additional framework qualifi cations may be required by some sectors, these include:Paediatric 1st aid ChildcareAM2 Electro-TechAbrasive Wheel Trowel

Employers we are proud to work with include:

TRANSFERABLE SKILLSIncludes the Key Skills qualifi cations (Application of Number and Communication) or the Functional Skills (English and Mathematics). FOR FURTHER DETAILS PLEASE SEE PAGE 6

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Additional informationPersonal Protective Equipment. The Apprentice must attend college with the correct PPE equipment, otherwise they will not be allowed into certain areas of the college and will miss out on vital experience. The Assessors also expect to see this equipment worn on site. Your Apprentice will be given a ‘KIT LIST’ during Induction and reminded about using it throughout the course.

Reviews An Apprenticeship Co-ordinator will carry out regular reviews (between 10-12 weeks) with you and your Apprentice. These reviews are important because they ensure that:• The continued health, safety and welfare of the Apprentice is catered for. • The Apprentice is progressing and is given advice and guidance on the completion of their qualifi cation. • The Apprentice and employer are up-to-date with any changes in the qualifi cation system.• Regular and effective communication is maintained between the college, employer and Apprentice. • The employer is supporting the Apprentice in the completion of their qualifi cation. • The contractual obligations on all sides are being adhered to.

Absenteeism from College If your Apprentice does not attend college we will inform you at the earliest opportunity. Due to the time restrictions of the day release course, we ask that you allow your Apprentice to attend college but if this is not possible, please notify us as soon as possible.

Employer ContributionEmployers of learners aged 19 and over will be required to make a contribution towards the Apprenticeship course. Please ask for details.

Contacting the Apprenticeship Team General Enquiries, 01424 458427

Hayley Robertson Employer Responsive Offi cer, 01424 458317, [email protected]

Donna JoyceEmployer Responsive Co-ordinator, 01424 458511, [email protected]

Debbie Baldock-AppsEmployer Responsive Co-ordinator, 01424 458557, [email protected]

Nina HolyerEmployer Responsive Manager, 01424 458427, [email protected]

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PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY

YOUR NAME:____________________________ DOB_____________

CURRENT AGE: ________

DAYTIME CONTACT NUMBER____________________EMAIL ADDRESS: _______________________________

WHICH APPRENTICESHIP ARE YOU INTERESTED IN?

ARE YOU IN FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT? YES/NO

IF YES PLEASE GIVE COMPANY NAME AND CONTACT DETAILS_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Please state your nationality (e.g. British, Polish)______________________

Have you always been a permanent resident in the UK or other EEA CountryYes/No

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