Apprenticeships are work-based training programmes that are designed to help employers train people for specific roles whilst filling skill gaps. They can be completed by existing or new staff.
Anyone in England over the age of 16 can enrol on to an apprenticeship, whether employed, unemployed or leaving school. All applicants must be able to provide evidence of
The minimum length for an apprenticeship programme is 12 months,
The government alongside the employer will cover all apprenticeship costs and dependent on company status in regards to the apprenticeship levy, the financial contribution expected from the employer will vary. Read more about the Apprenticeship Levy.
We offer apprenticeships in Business Administration, Team Leading and Management, Customer Service, Learning and Development, Trade Business Services, Childcare, Warehousing and Storage, IT Users and Improving Operational Performance. Click here for more programme information
All employers must pay at least the National Minimum Wage for
Apprentices are employed on a full-time basis (approximately 40 hours a week) where they fulfil daily duties as set by managers. We at Hawk Training assign the apprentice a tutor that arranges visits every 4-6 weeks at the apprentice workplace to support the learner in every aspect until programme completion.
All of our programmes offer nationally recognised qualifications dependent on the sector such as:
Team Leading and Management - Team Leader/Supervisor or Operations/Departmental Standard Certificate and
Business Administration - Level 2,3 or 4 Certificate in Business Administration
Customer Service - Apprenticeship Standard Certificate and Level 2 Award in Employee Rights and Responsibilities
Learning and Development - Level 3 Certificate and Level 2 Award in Employee Rights and Responsibilities
Trade Business Services - Level 2 Diploma and Level 2 Award in Employee Rights and Responsibilities
Childcare - Level 2 Certificate or Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (Early Years Educator) and a Level 2 Award in Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, Social Care or Children and Young People's Settings
Warehousing and Storage - Level 2 Standard Certificate or Level 3 Diploma and Level 2 Award in Logistics Employment Rights and Responsibilities
IT Users - Level 2 or 3 Diploma and Level 2 Award in Employee Rights and Responsibilities
Improving Operational Performance - Level 2 NVQ Diploma and Level 2 Certificate
All of our apprenticeships also offer Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English and Personal Learning and Thinking Skills.
Intermediate Apprenticeships (Level 2) - 5 GCSEs pass grade A* -
Advanced Apprenticeships (Level 3) - 2 A level passes
Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4 & 5) - Foundation degree and above
The aim is ultimately for an apprentice to secure a permanent position with the employer and this is subject to performance throughout the apprenticeship. Individuals may progress on to the next level of apprenticeships whether it be at their current workplace or in a new role. Alternatively, you may sign up for a university as completing an apprenticeship does not affect this.
You can carry on with your apprenticeship training if your employer puts you on furlough.
No, as an apprentice the young person will normally be employed on a full-time basis (Monday to Friday, approx. 40 hours per week) and expected to commit fully to the programme.
Please note that if a young person has already attended university and received a degree they may only apply for an apprenticeship that is in a different sector.
No formal qualifications are required for apprenticeships however employers may ask for GCSEs graded A-C or 9-4.
Apprentices will receive valuable training to succeed in the workplace whilst working towards nationally recognised qualifications. All learners will also be under an employment contract that will provide all employee benefits such as a salary, holidays, pension etc. with the possibility of being offered a permanent position upon programme completion. Click here to read some success stories.
Upon programme completion, there is the possibility of securing a permanent role. Progression options will also be available for a young person to continue to achieve higher qualifications whether this
Alternatively, a young person can apply for
There is no specific time of the year to apply for apprenticeships, they run all year round and are subject to employer needs.
We offer apprenticeships in Business Administration, Team Leading and Management, Customer Service, Learning and Development, Trade Business Services, Childcare, Warehousing and Storage, IT Users and Improving Operational Performance. Click here for more programme information
Apprenticeships are available for anyone over the age of 16 and have no upper age limit.
No, apprenticeships are designed to be an alternative to full-time study and learners will be required to work full time, normally Monday to Friday for approximately 40 hours per week.
Visit our vacancies page to view all current roles and apply by filling out our online application form.
Yes, after completing an apprenticeship anyone can attend university if they want to. Degree apprenticeships are also now available.
At Hawk
Dependent on the learning needs, learning support can vary and include: