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The Apprenticeship Vacancy Matching Service now hosts local, regional and national apprenticeship opportunities.
Anyone who has previously registered on Apprenticeships Online will have to re-register on the new site.
What is an Apprenticeship?
Apprentices learn through both on and off-the-job education and training to build up knowledge and skills, gaining qualifications and earning money at the same time.
The employer will pay your wages and give on-the-job training. All employed apprentices must receive a wage of £95 per week. You will also spend time with a learning provider studying key skills, team working, communication, IT, numeric skills and problem-solving.
An Apprenticeship offers NVQ Level 2 plus Key Skills and a Technical Certificate, and progression to an Advanced Apprenticeship. It lasts between 1 and 2 years.
An Advanced Apprenticeship offers NVQ Level 3 plus Key Skills and a Technical Certificate. It will last between 2 and 3 years. It is a recognised route into higher education.
To find out more about this option, visit the Apprenticeship links or ring for further information on 08000 150 600
See an Adviser in Go for it for help to register and find vacancies on this site.
Download A guide to finding an apprenticeship 
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IMPORTANT DATES FOR APPRENTICESHIPS 2009/2010
There are closing dates for several important apprenticeship schemes. Some organisations recruit through their open evenings and you are advised to attend where possible.
Please note: Entry requirements: Most Technical, Engineering and Motor Vehicle apprenticeships require at least 4 GCSE A-C including Maths, English and Science or equivalent but check with each Learning Provider because requirements can vary.
Follow the links below to companies offering specific vacancies in that sector:
Construction trades: Bricklaying, Painting and Decorating, Plastering, Carpentry & Joinery
Single/Multiple occupational areas
Network Rail - 4 programmes, Advanced Engineering Apprenticeships in Track, Signals, Electrification and Plant & Telecommunications. First year takes place at HMS Sultan, Gosport (Flagship training). 4 GCSE’s A* - C inc English, Maths, Science/Engineering. 2010 recruitment not open yet but you can register your interest. Selection days early in 2010, start September 2010.
For information: www.everydaybrilliance.co.uk
BVT Surface Fleet Support Ltd – Recruiting from Nov 2009. Offering apprenticeships in Marine Steelworker (welder and fabricator), Marine Engineer (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic/pneumatic engineering), Marine Plumber and Marine Electrician. Usually expect a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade A* – C inc Maths, English and Science but may take below these grades if you pass their in-house tests.
Information and apply on: www.bvtsurfacefleet.com/bvt/careers/apprenticeships
BAE Systems – Will be recruiting for 2009/2010. Apply online: current vacancies on a rolling ’News’ banner. Based at various sites locally, such as Fareham, Portsmouth Naval Base and Broad Oak at Hilsea. Roles covered include Business Administration, Engineering and IT. Normally expect 3 - 5 GCSEs grade A - C for Technicians, and A -E for Craft trainees (including Maths, English and possibly science).
Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services (Fleetlands) - Open Evenings for Electrical Aeronautical Engineer apprenticeships applicants and parents: Saturday 27th February 2010 12:00 until 2:00pm and Wednesday 3rd March 2010 6:30 until 8:30pm.
To attend, you must book in advance by telephoning 01952 281945 or email jobs@vectoraerospacecareers.com and tell them when you are planning to go.
There is an online application form: upload a CV and a covering letter of at least 150 words. (Key words on content of the letter are in blue on the ‘what jobs are available’ section).
Address: Fareham Rd, Gosport PO13 0AA Tel: 02392 543274
SETA (Southampton Engineering Training Association) - Open Evening for engineering apprenticeships: Tuesday 2nd March 2010 4.45pm – 7.30pm. Some employers will also be present.
Address: First Avenue, Millbrook, Southampton SO15 0LJ. Tel: 02380 771908
Offer Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Fabrication & Welding, Engineering Construction (with ECITB).
Download an application form or apply through www.apprenticeships.org. Can apply as early as January 2010 to start in September. Enquiries to: Tracey or Claire 0238087 8319
Email: tsimper@seta-training.co.uk Website: www.seta-training.co.uk
Engineering Construction (ECITB) -
Craft apprenticeships – pipefitting, mechanical fitting, plating, welding, steel erecting, electro-technical, installation, instrument pipefitting, moving loads.
Technician apprenticeships – Instrumentation & Control Maintenance- Offshore, Mechanical Maintenance Onshore, Electrical Maintenance Onshore, Design & Draughting.
Oil & Gas – Project Control, Non-Destructive Testing, Mechanical Maintenance Offshore, Electrical Maintenance Offshore, Instrumentation & Control Maintenance Offshore.
Major engineering construction projects and maintenance, including oil rigs/refineries, bridges, chemical plants etc. Trainees may have to live away from home some of the time.
For more info: www.goengineer.co.uk Tel: 01923 260000.
Contact Alison Tridgell-Wyatt Regional Administrator. National Recruitment campaign for 2010 opened in January.
British Telecom - Apprenticeships: 4 frameworks Customer Service, Information Technology, Vehicle Technology and Telecommunications.
2 levels: Advanced Apprenticeship and Higher Apprenticeship. GCSEs A* - C inc Maths and English for both.
Higher Apprenticeships also need 2 A Levels or equivalent:- A table of acceptable qualifications is available on their website.
Apply online: www.bt.com/apprentice
Scottish & Southern Energy - Apprenticeships to Level 3 covering Generation, Power Systems - (Electrical and Mechanical Fitting) on Overhead line construction, Maintenance/Refurbishment and Cable jointing. (Will work towards L3 C&G 2322).
Home services/Contracting - Gas and Electrical Installation/Repair and Datacoms (copper and optical fibre). Will work towards appropriate C&G L3 and trade specific registration eg ACS/Gassafe registration. Opportunities for each area of work vary across the country.
Will need 4 GCSEs at Grade A* – C inc Maths, English and Science.
Apply via website: www.powerfulopportunities.co.uk. Vacancies will also be posted on apprenticeships website.
APPLICATION NOW OPEN, closes 28th February 2010. Recruitment for Craft, Trainee Engineers and School/College leavers not open at the moment.
National Grid - Advanced Apprenticeships in Mechanical, Electrical and Maintenance Engineering, Working outdoors on electrical sub stations/power lines and gas distribution/pipework systems. Also Instrumentation Engineering. Require minimum of 4 GCSEs A-C including English, Maths and preferably Science; D&T or IT GCSE would be useful. Also looking for Foundation Engineers. This programme leads to a Foundation Degree in Electrical Power Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Control and Instrumentation Engineering. Requires 2 x A Levels A-D in Maths, Physics and either/or Electronics or Statistics OR BTEC NC/ND in Electrical or Electronic Engineering at Merit/Distinction grade OR HNC Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
Apply online: www.nationalgrid.com/freshtalent. NOW OPEN: SUBSTATION APPRENTICESHIPS on www.apprenticeships.org website, Closing date 31st March 2010
British Gas - Apprenticeships in Technical Engineering, Technical Installation Engineering. Will need 4 GCSEs at Grade A* – C including English, Maths and Science subject (and preferably experience of customer facing role and either provisional /full driving licence). Apprentices will work towards NVQ L3 and ACS certificate. Gold DofE offered as part of programme. Ongoing recruitment throughout the year via www.britishgasacademy.co.uk
(Click on Engineering tab to search for vacancies and apply for the scheme). Job opportunities in Customer Service and Sales on website as well.
If there are no vacancies in your local area, you can register for Job Alerts and B Gas will contact you when a vacancy comes up. You will need to reply immediately as alerts are usually on for 48 hours only.
School Students can apply via www.b-live.com
Trend Attitude - Building Control Apprentices, Controls Engineering. They have 150 ‘partners' – see website for more information. Job roles are Service Engineer, Project Manager, Project Engineer. 4 year apprenticeship. Require 5 GCSEs at grade A* – C including English, Maths and Science. Check the website: www.trendattitude.co.uk. Recruiting usually takes place October/November for start August/September. Email susan.sluce@trendcontrols.com if you would like more information or check the website to apply online.
Dalkia - HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning), Electrical, Mechanical, Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration.
3 year programmes. Please send your CV to ihrecruitment@dalkia.co.uk
Veolia Environmental Services – Waste services apprenticeships awaiting more local information. Visit www.veoliaenvironmentalservices.co.uk/pages/apprenticeship.asp
Send your CV and a covering email explaining why you would like to join to apprentices@veolia.co.uk
Exxon Mobil –3 year apprenticeships in engineering. Minimum of 4 GCSE’s at C or above including Maths and a Science subject. Also interested if you have A levels, BTEC or Edexcel Diploma engineering course.
Open evenings in January 2010 Wednesday 27th or Thursday 28th Jan 2010 from 7pm , details of venue on the website, you will need to reserve a place by phoning 023 8089 5428 or email Eileen.Mary.Hayward@exxonmobil.com visit www.exxonmobil.com.
Selex Sensors & Airborne Systems – Technical apprenticeships in Craft, Engineering and Software. Business Apprenticeships. Online application process will run from 2nd January to 31st March 2010.
To register and apply: www.elexgalileo.com Click on careers. Click on SELEX S&AS UK then apprenticeships. Any difficulties you can telephone the helpline on 01772 677021. Awaiting confirmation if they intend to recruit in the Portsmouth/Southampton offices.
CONSTRUCTION TRADES : Bricklaying, Painting and Decorating, Plastering, Carpentry & Joinery
Carillion – Opportunities in Bricklaying, Carpentry and Joinery in the Hampshire area. Apply online at: www.carillionapprenticeships.com or www.apprenticeships.org.uk or phone 020 8538 1422 for further information. Ongoing recruitment throughout the year. Carillion always carry out medical screening including drug and alcohol testing. School students can use www.b-live.com
CITB - Apply online at: www.bconstructive.co.uk/apprenticeships It is worthwhile downloading and using the practice test book before you go for the assessment test. Be aware that the actual test is a little harder than the practice booklet. Read the questions carefully, involves more complex plans, numeracy, circumference, graphs etc, worth revising before the test! Technicians usually require high scores on tests and 4 A* - C or above GCSE’s.
Local office: Construction skills, Eastleigh House, 1st Floor, Upper Market Street, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 9FD, phone 0844 844 0046, contact name: Mary.
Hadleys ¬Shopfitters – take on apprentices most years in Wood Machining, Bench Joining, Paint, you can email for more information via www.aehadley.com or send your CV to them.
Stagecoach - Apprenticeships in Mechanical Engineering, Body Repair and Electrical Engineering available at many of their UK locations. Applications welcome as early as March, Intake in August/September. Will need to have 3 GCSEs grade A* – C in Maths, English and Science and a genuine interest in engineering. The selection process involves interviews and ability tests.
Website: www.stagecoachbus.com/careershome.php apprenticeships on right hand side. Enquiries/how to apply – check back to website March time.
ReMIT (Retail Motor Industry Training) - All aspects of Motor Vehicle Service and Repair including Motorcycles, Bodywork, Part Consultants, Business Admin, Sales Adviser and Customer Services.
Apply online: www.remit.co.uk
Skillnet - Technician apprenticeships in Light Vehicle, Heavy Vehicle, Motorcycle, Fast Fit, MET Vehicle Body Fitting, Vehicle Paint, Vehicle Panel, Parts and Auto Electrician.
For information/to apply online visit: www.skillnet.org.uk The online application form tab is on the top right hand side. An online test is required.
Jaguar Cars - Apply online only : www.jaguarapprenticeships.com
Online application process includes an application form and a literacy and numeracy test, both of which must be completed. Advanced Apprenticeships to Level 3: Service Technician, Body repair and Paint finishing, Parts Adviser and Effective Communications(Customer Service)
Land Rover - Apply online only : www.landroverapprenticeships.com
Opportunities for Service Technician, Body, Paint Technician, Parts Adviser, Effective Communication. Application process includes an application form and a literacy and numeracy test, both of which must be completed.
Kwik-Fit - For current apprenticeship vacancies for Service Maintenance/Repair or Fast Fitter check out www.kwik-fit.com/careers.asp - apprenticeships. Website indicates when the next wave of applications can be made with a closing date so you must check regularly.
Toyota - www.toyota-apprenticeship.co.uk - select Apprentice on the right hand side or phone 0115 884 2868.
Advanced apprenticeships in Vehicle Technician, Parts Adviser, Body & Paint Technician, Maintenance Engineering, Service Adviser and Sales Adviser. Need GCSE’s A* - C Maths, English and Science. Application form can be completed now.
Rolls-Royce - See website www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com - select the company – careers –apprenticeships. 3 or 4 year apprenticeships in Engineering, Leather, Wood, Paint and Maintenance. Programmes commence in September of each year. You can search for current apprenticeship opportunities or if none are available you can register your interest.
Nationwide Autocentres - Motor Vehicle Apprenticeship Scheme. For further information about the scheme please contact your local Centre Manager on 0800 096 4216. You can apply online now –www.nationwideautocentres.co.uk– careers – apprentice - ‘Apply’.
PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION, GAS SERVICES, REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING.
ATL (National Provider) - Covers all the above with an additional specialism in Renewable Energies (Solar/wind power etc). Application forms available for printing online: www.apprenticeshiptraining.co.uk or phone 02380 602971
JTL (National Provider) – Covers all the above plus Engineering Maintenance (mechanical and electrical).
Apply online: www.jtltraining.com or phone 0800 0852308 for an application form.
SINGLE / MULTIPLE OCCUPATION TRAINING PROVIDERS
Paragon Skills For Industry - Motor Vehicle, Marine Engineering, Retail and Care Apprenticeships
Unit 1, Blackbrook Business Park, Blackbrook Rd, Fareham PO15 5DR Tel: 01329 245300.
For information/application form: www.paragonskills.co.uk or through www.apprenticeships.org.uk
Smart Training (National Provider) - Business Administration, Retail, Customer Service, Team Leading opportunities. Download application form: www.smartar.co.uk
PETA TRAINING - opportunities in Business Administration, Customer Service, Business IT and Engineering. Information online: www.peta.co.uk
Telephone: Business 02392 538700, Engineering 02392 454445 or email enquire@peta.co.uk
Fareport – Apprenticeships in Business Administration, Customer Service, Hairdressing, Management (Inc Team Leaders), ITQ, Health and Social Care, Child Care, Retail and Accountancy. Apply online: www.fareport.co.uk
Catch 22 (Formerly Rainer) – opportunities in Administration, Child Care and Sports & Recreation (Retail & Distribution and Horticulture only as work placements in Set4life programme). Information online: www.catch-22.org.uk and click on OUR SERVICE.
Telephone: 023 9222 2770 and ask to speak to the duty supervisor or: email enquiries-setraining@catch-22.org.uk
BEST Ltd – Building Engineering Services Training. (National Provider)
Apprenticeship Craft. Advanced Apprenticeships (Technician) in Air Conditioning, Building Services, Domestic Heating, Electro technical, Plumbing, Heating & Ventilation, Refrigeration, Service & Maintenance Engineering.
See website: www.best-ltd.co.uk
Protocol Skills (National Provider) – Retail, Business & Administration, Contact Centre, Customer Service, Distribution and Warehousing, Hairdressing, Mail Services, Management, Team Leading, Health & Social Care and Hospitality. Information on their website: www.protocol-skills.co.uk To apply, phone the call centre on 0845 071 9011 or email info@protocol-skills.co.uk
VT Group PLC - Apprentices mainly in Active Learning and Leisure, Hospitality, Engineering, Health and Social Care and Early Years Care. Employed status apprentices preferred; VT will help you find an employer, but you won’t start until you are in a job. Contact www.vtgroupplc.com/plustraining, phone 0800 731 8199 or email info@vtplustraining.com
Highbury College – Employed status Apprenticeships in Accountancy, Financial Services, Business Admin, IT User, Building Crafts and Building Services, Electrical Engineering, Boat Building, Motor Vehicle, Hairdressing, Care (Adult and Child /Early years), Catering and Hospitality, Dental Nursing, Hairdressing and Creative and Cultural Skills. Highbury generally recruit from their full time courses for apprentices.
PGL (National Provider) – Apprenticeships in Activity Leisure and Learning, Hospitality (Catering) and Customer Service. Recruiting now for 2010 season staff.. Jobs available from January onwards. Visit the website: www.pgl.co.uk for more information and to register and apply online.
Royal Mail - Apply online www.royalmail.com/jobs left-hand-side Apprenticeships, then link to job search – put in post- code and distance from home – look for apprenticeships. If no opportunities are available, leave your email address and they will email you an alert when one comes up. Training scheme lasts 18 months, apprenticeships are for NVQ Level 2 Mail Services only.
HIT – (Hospitality Industry Training) (National Provider) – Apprenticeships in Front Office, Multi Skill, Chef, Customer Service, Team Leading, Food Service, Housekeeping, Bar, Hospitality Supervision. Find out more: free phone 0800 093 5892 or email info@hittraining.co.uk or visit www.hittraining.co.uk
JHP TRAINING (National Provider) – Apprenticeships. Locally they offer Administration, Child Care, Customer Service, Health & Social Care and Retail. Visit www.jhptraining.com for more information. They will support you to find an employer.
MIT Training (Provider in Surrey area) – Apprenticeships in Hairdressing, Motor Vehicle, Electrical Installation and Plumbing. Young people will need to have an employer however, particularly with Motor Vehicle, they will accept a speculative application from a young person and may be able to match with an employer although there are no guarantees. Call them on 0845 4309009 or email: enquiries@mitskills.com or download an application form at www.mitskills.com
WEBS (National Provider) – Apprenticeships in Furniture Making nationwide. Apply online now: www.webstraining.com
Warshash Maritime Academy – navigation, engineering & electro-technical officer careers in the shipping industry.
Website : www.warsashacademy.co.uk/careers
Nikki Froud (Local Provider) – Hairdressing. NVQ apprenticeships, can assist in finding a salon but prefer if you have found your own. Contact them on 02392 452466. LATEST INFORMATION – they have hairdressing salons looking for apprentices.
VACANCIES FOR APPRENTICESHIPS CAN BE FOUND ON THE NATIONAL WEBSITE: www.apprenticeships.org.uk
See an adviser at Go for it or your Connexions adviser in School or college for help to register and find vacancies on this site.
Last Updated: February 8, 2010
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