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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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The organisations hiring right now.
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Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprentice
Dreams4u Nursery
London · On-site £16,640/yr Advanced Level 3 Closes 11 Oct 2026
Are you passionate about working with children and looking to start a career in childcare and early years education? This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a nursery while working towards a recognised Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification.
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AAT Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship – School Leaver Opportunity
MGR Weston Kay LLP
London · On-site £25,000/yr Advanced Level 3 Closes 09 Oct 2026
Kick-start your career with a Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship at MGR in partnership with Kaplan. This is an exciting opportunity for a school/college leaver. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in a real workplace while studying towards a nationally recognised accountancy qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll develop practical accounting skills, learn from experienced professionals, and build the knowledge and confidence needed for a successful career in the accountancy sector. With the support of both MGR and Kaplan, you’ll earn while you learn and take the first step towards a rewarding long-term career in finance.
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ICT Apprenticeship - Support Technician
BeeBug
Office · On-site £8/hr Advanced Level 3 Closes 30 Sep 2026
Are you passionate about technology and looking to start your career in IT? Beebug Job Description outlines an exciting opportunity to join BeeBug as an ICT Support Technician Apprentice, gaining hands-on experience whilst working towards a Level 3 Information Communications Technician Apprenticeship (Support Technician pathway).
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Business Administration Apprentice (Level 3)- Sales & Mortgage
Innovate Estate Agents
Oldbury · On-site £8/hr Advanced Level 3 Closes 11 Oct 2026
This is a hands-on role where you’ll gain practical experience across property sales, lettings, mortgages, customer service, and administration, while working towards a recognised qualification.
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IT Apprentice
CIL Strategy Consultants
London · On-site £25,000/yr Advanced Level 3 Closes 27 Oct 2026
A London-based Level 3 IT apprenticeship supporting CIL's global team of ~280 people. You'll provide first-line helpdesk support, assist with device management and Microsoft 365 administration, and get hands-on experience with cloud and security tooling (Intune, Entra ID, Defender). Office-based full-time, with structured mentoring, dedicated study time, and real responsibility from day one.
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HR Coordinator Apprentice
Mobkoi
London · Hybrid £25,000/yr Advanced Level 3 Closes 10 Oct 2026
A junior People role supporting HR operations across MOBKOI's global teams. The HR Coordinator will work closely with the Global Sr HR Generalist to coordinate recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, employee relations queries, and HR reporting across multiple international markets.
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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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