Apprenticeships in Watford
Watford sits on the edge of London's job market without London's living costs, and a lot of national employers base their head offices along the M1 and M25 corridor here.
Live opportunities near Watford
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Bar and Waiting Apprenticeship
Join us at O'Neill's. From breakfast to big nights out, our teams are the local legends. The atmosphere is electric, the food hearty and the Guinness always flowing. Feel the high energy, enjoy big benefits and bring some Irish hospitality behind this buzzing bar. A great opportunity to develop your skills and experience to gain a qualification
Lifetime Training
Chef Apprenticeship
Join us at O'Neill's. From breakfast to big nights out, our teams are the local legends. The atmosphere is electric, the food hearty and the Guinness always flowing. Feel the high energy, enjoy big benefits and bring some Irish hospitality behind this buzzing bar. A great opportunity to develop your skills and experience to gain a qualification
Lifetime Training
Business Administration Apprentice (level 3)
We are looking for a Business Administration Apprentice to join our team and support the day-to-day compliance and administration function. This is a great opportunity for someone who is organised, detail-focused and interested in developing a career in business administration, compliance and recruitment.
360 Apprenticeships
Business Systems Executive Apprentice
Kickstart your career in technology as an apprentice business systems executive. Learn how to build custom applications, automate workflows using low-code platforms, and support our internal teams with systems and data insights. All while earning a qualification.
BPP
AAT Accounts Apprentice
Looking to build a long-term career in finance? Look no further! Kick-start your career today with a Level 3 Apprenticeship at RA Accountants and Tax Advisors Limited in partnership with Kaplan. Gain valuable hands-on workplace experience while working towards a recognised qualification.
Kaplan
Halfords Borehamwood - Autocare Technician Apprenticeship
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.
InspiroWorking in Watford
Retail, logistics, IT and business-administration apprenticeships are all well represented, helped by the concentration of head offices and distribution sites around Watford and Hemel Hempstead. The fast train into Euston also puts central London roles within reach.
Industries hiring near Watford
Common questions
How many apprenticeships are there in Watford?
It changes weekly — employers advertise year-round rather than in one annual intake. This page counts every live opportunity within 15 miles of Watford and updates as roles are added and filled.
Do I need to live in Watford to apply?
No. What matters to employers is that you can get to work reliably. Most of the roles listed here are within commuting distance of Watford, and each advert shows how far it is from the centre.
Will I be paid?
Yes. Apprentices are employees and must be paid at least the apprentice National Minimum Wage — many employers pay considerably more. You also get holiday, sick pay and a contract like any other employee.
Do I need qualifications to start?
Often none at all for an intermediate apprenticeship. Some employers ask for GCSEs in English and maths, and many will let you work towards those alongside the job if you don't have them yet.
Is it free to apply through GetMyFirstJob?
Yes — always free for candidates. You apply directly to the employer or their training provider, and there are no agency fees at any point.
