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There's more than one way in. Here's what each route actually involves — how long it takes, what you come out with, and who it tends to suit.
Apprenticeships
Earn a wage and a qualification at the same time, with no student debt.
A real job from day one with training built in — usually four days working, one studying. Most people start here straight after GCSEs or A-levels.
Degree apprenticeships
A full bachelor's degree, paid for by your employer, while you work.
The same degree as a full-time student, plus several years of experience and no tuition debt. Highly competitive — apply early and widely.
Work experience
Try a career before you commit to it.
Short placements and insight days that show you what a job is really like day to day — and give you something concrete to talk about at interview.
Graduate roles
Structured programmes with training, mentoring and a clear path up.
For people finishing a degree. Rotations across teams, a cohort you start with, and a defined route into a permanent role.
T-Levels
A technical alternative to A-levels, with a proper industry placement built in.
Two years of study equivalent to three A-levels, including at least 45 days on placement with a real employer.
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Receptionist / Administration Assistant Apprentice
Moorside Medical Practice
Oldham · On-site £8/hr Intermediate Level 2 Closes 25 Sep 2026
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to develop skills and experience in healthcare administration, confidentiality, communication and customer service while working towards an apprenticeship qualification, then this is the perfect role for you!
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Halfords Basildon Autocare Technician Apprenticeship
Halfords Basildon
Basildon · On-site £8/hr Intermediate Level 2 Closes 11 Sep 2026
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship.
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Group 1 SEAT/CUPRA Ipswich - Parts Advisor Apprenticeship
Group 1 SEAT/CUPRA Ipswich - Robinsons Motor Group
Ipswich · On-site £8/hr Intermediate Level 2 Closes 10 Sep 2026
We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate people to join our team working as apprentices in our retail network and drive their career forward with us.
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Halfords Autocentre Colchester Angorra - Autocare Technician Apprenticeship
Halfords Autocentre Colchester Angorra
Colchester · On-site £8/hr Intermediate Level 2 Closes 03 Sep 2026
We are looking for people who have some experience in the motor industry either with formal training at Level 1 or having worked at or within a similar organisation. You should be passionate about our industry and our brand.
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VWG Individual Specialist Cars Birmingham Panel Technician Apprenticeship
VWG Individual Specialist Cars Birmingham
Birmingham · On-site £8/hr Advanced Level 3 Closes 06 Sep 2026
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship
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VWG Individual Specialist Cars Birmingham Paint Technician Apprenticeship
VWG Individual Specialist Cars Birmingham
Birmingham · On-site £8/hr Advanced Level 3 Closes 06 Sep 2026
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship.
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Considering an apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships let you earn a wage and a qualification at the same time. Here are five reasons people choose them:
A huge range of careers
There are hundreds of apprenticeship standards across every industry — law, marketing, construction, healthcare, engineering and plenty you won't have thought of.
Earn and learn
You'll earn at least the apprentice National Minimum Wage, and many employers pay well above it. You get holiday, sick pay and the same rights as any other employee — see what's paying now.
Strong career prospects
Employers rate apprentices highly precisely because they've done the job. Many large employers train their graduates and apprentices side by side.
Learn on the job
There's only so much a classroom can teach you. As an apprentice you learn by doing the real work — and you can try it out first with work experience.
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