Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are real jobs with real employers, allowing you to work, earn a salary and gain valuable qualifications and experience.
With over 700 different apprenticeship standards covering everything from accountancy to zoo keeping, there is an apprenticeship out there for everyone.
Apprenticeships offer choice, opportunity, qualifications, support and a head start into a future career.
At RMGS we share and support as many different Apprenticeship Opportunities as possible for our Year 11 and Year 13 students.
To find out more about Apprenticeships - watch this short video by clicking here
Apprenticeship FACTS
Apprentices are paid a salary
ll apprentices will earn a salary, which will vary depending on the role, but must be at least the National Minimum Wage for apprentices, which is currently £7.55 per hour.**
Duration of apprenticeships
Most apprenticeships typically take between 8 months and 6 years to complete.
Apprenticeships levels
Apprenticeship levels range from level 2 (foundation and intermediate) through to level 7 (master’s level).
Apprentices do not pay for their training
Apprenticeship training costs are paid for by the employer and/or the government.
Apprentices receive paid off-the job training (OTJT)
Each apprenticeship now has its own minimum paid OTJT, which apprentices spend gaining valuable skills and qualifications.
There are hundreds of apprenticeship standards
There are now nearly 700 apprenticeship standards. Find out more about them here
Apprentices will spend the majority of their time on-the-job
Most of an apprentice's paid time will be spent on-the-job, working with colleagues to learn new skills and gain experience of the workplace.
There are thousands of apprenticeship roles
New apprenticeships are advertised throughout the year, covering a wide range of job roles.
What do the different Apprenticeship Levels mean?
Apprenticeship levels range from level 2 (foundation and intermediate) through to level 7 (master’s level) covering a wide range of different job roles across all sectors.
Click here to understand what each level means
How do I find an Apprenticeship?
Find out more about the application processes by clicking here
At RMGS we use a number of sources to find the latest apprenticeships for our students.
- Amazing Apprenticeships
- List of some of the Apprenticeship providers
- HigherIn
- Government website
- Not Going to Uni
- Get My First Job :
- LinkedIn searches for Apprenticeships
- Independent Google searches
- Join the RMGS private Facebook Careers Group
How to write a covering letter
What to include to make a positive first impression : Click here for some useful tips
I’M INTERESTED IN APPRENTICESHIPS...WHAT NOW?
Firstly speak to our Careers Adviser, Mrs Williams who can guide you through the process and support you on your apprenticeship journey.
In addition - these handy guides will help you : click here
Step by Step guide on how to apply for an Apprenticeship : Click here
Support for apprentices with additional needs
Understand the support available and how to access it - click here