To apply for a Somerset Skills & Learning Apprenticeship you can book an interview or an informal chat by:
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Calling the Apprenticeship Hotline on 01278 426828
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Email your name, age, town and what you want to do to SS&L@somerset.gov.uk
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Text the word 'Apprenticeship' to 07781 482858 with your name, age, town and the apprenticeship you would like to do.
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Fill in the enquiry form here.
Alternatively, complete an application form which can be download from our How to Apply page.
APPRENTICESHIPS
What you need to know
At SS&L we offer Intermediate, Advanced and Higher level Apprenticeships in a wide range of occupational areas. Full details of our occupational offers are HERE
What is an apprenticeship?
An Apprenticeship is an excellent way of gaining qualifications and workplace experience. As an employee, you can earn as you learn while you gain practical skills from the workplace. Apprenticeships are designed in partnership with businesses to ensure that the skills and qualifications you achieve are both relevant and recognised nationally in that sector.
Apprenticeships take between one and four years to complete. SS&L offer Apprenticeships for job roles in a wide range of industries, from engineering to childcare, dental nursing to hospitality and catering customer service to management.
An Apprenticeship is a real job with training with a lot of benefits
Read some of our past and curent apprentice case studies and award winners to find out more!
Can I apply?
If you live in England, are over 16 and not in full time education you can apply. You can also apply if you are in full time employment and wish to improve your skills and gain new or further qualification.
For further information you can either:
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Call the SS&L Apprenticeship Hotline on 01278 426828
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Email your name, age, town and what you want to do to SS&L@somerset.gov.uk
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Text the word 'Apprenticeship' to 07781 482858 with your name, age, town and the apprenticeship you would like to do.
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Fill in the enquiry form here.
Do I have to Pay?
If you are aged 16-18, then the answer is NO. It is free, and it gets better!
While you are on an Apprenticeship, your employer pays you a salary and supports you while you undertake your training. Most of the training is ‘on the job’ within the workplace, however the rest will be provided by SS&L and paid for via the National Apprenticeship Service.
Aged 19-24 - Your Apprenticeship is part funded through the Skills Funding Agency and your employer.
Aged 24+ and applying for a level 2 - your Apprenticeship is part funded through the Skills Funding Agency and your employer.
Aged 24+ and applying for a level 3 and above Apprenticeship - you will be eligible to apply for a 24+ Advance learning Loan.
24+ Advanced Learning Loans are student loans similar to higher education loans but for the further education sector. You can apply for a loan to meet the upfront costs of your qualification, which will be paid directly to the training provider or the College on your behalf.
For more information watch this space!
Intermediate Apprenticeships
Apprentices work towards a level 2 (generally equivalent to 5 A*-C Grade GCSE passes) qualification or a Qualification Credit Framework formally NVQ Diploma or Certificate.
You may also work towards a specific knowledge based qualification and Functional Skills exams in Math’s, English and ICT.
Advanced Apprenticeships level 3 and above (generally equivalent to two A-level passes)
Advanced apprentices work towards work-based learning qualifications such as a Diploma, Certificate, NVQs, QCF, Key or Functional Skills and, in most cases, a relevant knowledge based qualification.
To start this programme, you should ideally have five GCSE’s (grade C or above) or have completed an Apprenticeship or equivalent.
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NEW FOR 2013/14
Raising of the Participation Age
Most 16 and 17 year olds already choose to carry on their education past Year 11. The Government has changed the law so that everyone will now have to carry on with some kind of education or training until their 18th birthday.
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If you started in Year 11 in September 2012, you will need to continue in education or training until at least the end of the school year in which you turn 17
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If you are in Year 10 or below, you will need to continue until at least your 18th birthday.
Staying in education doesn’t have to mean staying in school, and there are a number of options you can choose:
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An Apprenticeship with SS&L
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To study full time with SS&L on one of our Study Programmes
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To study full time with a school
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To study full time with a college
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Full-time work or volunteering combined with part-time education or training
For further information on all our offers or to book an appointment:
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Call the SS&L Apprenticeship Hotline on 01278 426828
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Email your name, age, town and what you want to do to SS&L@somerset.gov.uk
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Text the word 'Apprenticeship' to 07781 482858 with your name, age, town and the apprenticeship you would like to do
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Fill in the enquiry form here.
If you are ready to apply, go to our How to Apply page and complete our Interactive Application Form.
SS&L apprentices’ can save £100s with a NUS Extra Apprentice card
What is the NUS Apprentice Extra card?
The Apprentice Extra discount card has been developed by the National Union of Students (NUS) and offers vocational learners the same discounts and benefits as all other students.
The Apprentice extra card provides discounts on a variety of leisure and essentials from more than 120 high street and online retail partners. Used wisely, discounts can save card holders around £525 per year. Discounts are available on travel, sport, books and DVD, technology, mobile and broadband, as well as fashion, beauty and going out. All this for just £11* for the year!!!
You can apply for your Apprentice Extra card when you start an Apprenticeship with SS&L
(* Apprentices have to register and buy direct from NUS).
To learn more about the Apprentice extra card or to purchase, visit www.nus.org.uk/en/nus-extra/
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To apply for a Somerset Skills & Learning Apprenticeship you can book an interview or an informal chat by:
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Calling the Apprenticeship Hotline on 01278 426828
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Email your name, age, town and what you want to do to SS&L@somerset.gov.uk
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Text the word 'Apprenticeship' to 07781 482858 with your name, age, town and the apprenticeship you would like to do.
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Fill in the enquiry form here.
If you feel you are not ready to start an Employed Apprenticeship, then why not try our Entry 2 employment or Access to Higher Education programmes.
