Apprenticeships allow you to learn the right skills, gain great work experience and earn a wage. We train approximately 2,000 apprentices over 30 occupational areas. Our apprentices are employed at over 1,000 companies throughout West Yorkshire.
The current National Minimum Wage rate for all apprentices under 19, and apprentices 19+ that are in their first year of their Apprenticeship, is £4.15 per hour.
You will normally work around 30 hours per week, and no more than 40 hours (if you are under 18), which includes any training time at college (off the job) as well as on the job with your employer.
You must be paid for all the time you spend training, regardless of whether it’s at college or on the job.
Apprentices are also not required to pay any course fees, however, you may be required to buy course books, tools, equipment, uniform or other items needed for your course/job, depending on your Apprenticeship.
of apprentices stay with the same employer after completing the apprenticeship
employers said apprentices had delivered benefits to their business
of apprentices in work felt their apprenticeship had a positive impact on their career
of apprentices were satisfied with the relevance of their training
Chris Hepworth
Engineering Level 3
Rosie Melia
Motor Vehicle Level 2
Not ready for an Apprenticeship? No problem get work ready with Kirklees College!
We offer Traineeships for people looking for a hands on approach to their studies.
We can help you to prepare for an Apprenticeship, full time course and even full time employment with our Traineeships scheme.
Are you interested in a career or want to upskill in teaching?
We offer several courses that can help you achieve your goal.
Boost your chances of a career in teaching (lifelong learning) or upskill with a professional course at Kirklees College.
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