Apprenticeships

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Would you like to work as an Apprentice in the private or public sector? We will employ you as an Apprentice and pay your wages. We will be your recruitment agency and match you to a suitable employer who you will work for as an Apprentice.*
* Subject to eligibility

Apprenticeships at Leicester College

Do you want to earn while you learn?

Do you want to train while you work?

We have real live jobs with hands-on training.

Apprentice vacancies NOW in Business Admin, Teaching, and Maintenance Operations. To apply please email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 0116 224 2240 for more information.

Download the Apprenticeship Guide

How they work

Apprenticeships are available at two levels

Apprenticeship

• One to two years to complete
• NVQ 2 qualification
• Key Skills included
• You must be employed, or actively seeking relevant employment,
  however we may be able to support you to find an employer
• Technical Certificates included

Advanced Apprenticeship

• Two to four years to complete
• NVQ 3 qualification
• Relevant entry qualifications may be necessary
• Key Skills included
• You must be employed, or actively seeking relevant employment,
  however we may be able to support you to find an employer
• Technical Certificates included

Apprenticeships have been developed by employers and tailored to meet the needs of specific employment sections. Leicester College will work with the learner and employer to ensure that the right level is chosen. The Apprenticeship is gained through a combination of learning and assessment in the workplace.

Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF)

Apprenticeships are a vocational training that enables the learner to gain the necessary skills to succeed in their chosen career. They involve a combination of on and off the job training – apprentices work alongside experienced staff to gain job-specific skills and receive training. An Apprenticeship is not a qualification in itself, but a framework that contains separately certified units. Under the new QCF framework the learner can chose from a wide range of relevant units, applicable to the chosen pathway offering the learner more freedom, choice and flexibility in learning. For further information regarding QCF please visit www.qcda.gov.uk

Key/Functional Skills

English, Maths and ICT skills are important for any job. The learner will develop these along with the skills needed to improve learning and performance and how to work with others. Assessment will be through a combination of observations and portfolio based evidence. Feedback from employers and College staff will also play an important part in helping to complete the Apprenticeship