Welcome to ‘Apprenticeships Suffolk’ online portal

Apprenticeships Suffolk is an impartial and completely free service at Suffolk County Council as part of the strategic aim to increase the quality and quantity of apprenticeships within the county, thereby supporting business and economic growth.

The team identify apprenticeship opportunities, provide employer focused advice and guidance, and actively promote Apprenticeship opportunities to support employment in Suffolk. We work with aspiring apprentices who are ready to take their next step and explore the apprenticeship route whist supporting both the employer and apprentice throughout their journey.

Whether you are an employer looking for advice on how to access apprenticeships, an individual looking for an apprenticeship opportunity, a parent/carer, provider, or school, our website provides you with the relevant information, documents, and links.

If you cannot find the answer to your query, or would like to speak to a member of the Apprenticeships Suffolk team please use the ‘Contact Us’ page and we will be happy to assist you in your apprenticeship journey.

What is an apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are a combination of working and studying. An apprentice is an employee, working alongside experienced staff gaining job-specific skills.
An apprenticeship is for anyone aged 16+.
They range from Level 2 all the way up to Level 7.
There are over 600 apprenticeship standards approved for delivery.

Visit our Apprentice Links & Downloads page for further information.

Apprenticeships Suffolk Referral Form:

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Apprenticeships Norfolk are reviewing construction

Apprenticeships Norfolk are reviewing construction apprenticeship training across the region. If you are a local employer/apprentice in a construction trade, please take a few minutes to fill in their quick survey and tell them your feedback and suggestions. You could win a £50 Amazon voucher by entering their prize draw, however the survey itself is anonymous and you do not have to include your name.

You can complete the survey by visiting one of the following links:

Employer survey - https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/x-semployersurveynorfolkandsuffolk/?fbclid=IwAR1eKoITfI4sE9IwWEShtfAc8afi10MEa9q7xCdD4np6aeQD_IvPfcFnJDc

Apprentice survey - https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/x-sapprenticesurveynorfolkandsuffolk/?__cf_chl_rt_tk=L4XZKMS7PFbusbcTMrelPA1TOVt19WNkg7MWpLrJFHw-1701859035-0-gaNycGzNDHs&fbclid=IwAR2AwD77nCQ3nptGPwV5MbCZ1xFpV6zfT7BTcopKosOH-ERzm4svHN8Uz7U

Last Thursday was the #suffolkeducationawards 🏆

Last Thursday was the #suffolkeducationawards 🏆

Apprenticeships Suffolk were proud sponsors of the Apprentice of the Year Award which was awarded Nila🎉

An evening full of celebration and congratulations to all winners and finalists 👏

Here are some pictures from the evening!

Yesterday the first ever Suffolk Education Awards

Yesterday the first ever Suffolk Education Awards evening took place at Venue 16 in Ipswich and Apprenticeships Suffolk sponsored the ‘Apprentice of the Year’ award. Ellen, Sharon and Lyndsey attended to represent Apprenticeships Suffolk and enjoy an evening full of celebrations.

Our very own apprentice Nila was nominated for the Apprentice of the Year award. After careful consideration of all nominees from the external panel we are delighted to announce that Nila was selected as the winner for the Apprentice of the Year Award!

Nila recently completed her Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship qualification with Distinction which is a huge achievement and we are all so proud of her. Throughout Nila’s journey she has grown in confidence and skills, including achieving her Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics.

This award has been well deserved and it has been a pleasure supporting Nila throughout her journey and celebrating her milestones.

A huge well done and congratulations from the Apprenticeships Suffolk team!🥳🏆

📢NEW VACANCY ABC Childcare are looking to recr

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ABC Childcare are looking to recruit an individual to come and join their team to help provide education and early years care for children ranging from 2-11 years old. Within this role you will be working to either a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner or a Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification. (Qualification level to be discussed with employer at interview and dependent on experience and prior qualifications).

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner -
Early years practitioner / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
OR
Level 3 Early years Educator -
Early years educator / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
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https://apprenticeshipssuffolk.org/all-jobs/

Congratulations to our newly qualified apprentice

Congratulations to our newly qualified apprentice Nila who has been nominated for the Apprentice of the Year Award at The Suffolk Education Awards, taking place on the 9th November 2023 🤞🌟🎉

Apprenticeships Suffolk are proud sponsors of the Apprentice of the Year Award and are looking forward to attending!

#suffolkeducationawards

Are you an employer in Suffolk that is able to pro

Are you an employer in Suffolk that is able to provide an apprenticeship opportunity within construction and the built environment?

There are many apprenticeship qualifications within this field including the Level 2 Bricklayer, Level 2 Plasterer, Level 3 Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician, Level 6 Construction Quantity Surveyor and many more. To view all approved apprenticeship qualifications in construction and the built environment please visit: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/?routes=construction-and-the-built-environment

If you would like a further discussion and support with creating an apprenticeship opportunity, please get in touch with us at:
apprenticeships@suffolk.gov.uk
01473 263555

Black History Month initially originated as a 7-da

Black History Month initially originated as a 7-day celebration in the United States of America in 1926.

This year's Black History Month theme is 'Saluting our Sisters' where we acknowledge, celebrate, and respect all the great black women from past, present and future in all of their endeavours.

Within apprenticeships, representation is fundamental in allowing people to feel accepted. Apprentices represent the society that we live and showcase people of all ages and backgrounds. Apprentices can offer different ways of thinking which is key to ensuring this route into a professional career continues to progress.

The Black Apprentice Network and Amazing Apprenticeships are sharing a collection of apprentice stories and experiences, showcasing some of the inspirational current and past apprentices who are members of the Black Apprentice Network. To have a read, click this link: https://amazingapprenticeships.com/the-black-apprentice-network/

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Apprenticeships Suffolk and Suffolk County Council

Apprenticeships Suffolk and Suffolk County Council's Rising High Team are delighted to be attending the Love to Work in Felixstowe Jobs Fair next Friday, 6th October, at Felixstowe Leisure Centre. Around 40 organisations will be attending to promote job opportunities, and over 100 Jobcentre Plus customers have been invited. Thanks to the Felixstowe BID and Felixstowe Chamber of Commerce, there has also been publicity around Felixstowe. Including in the Felixstowe Academy, Felixstowe Library and along Hamilton Road and local radio. We look forward to seeing you there!

New Anglia Careers Hub are hosting Enterprise Days

New Anglia Careers Hub are hosting Enterprise Days for workshops for Year 10 students in Suffolk and Norfolk during the Autumn Term to help prepare and inspire them for the world of work.

They are looking for willing volunteers who can offer support during the day to host workshops on your industry. If you are an employer and want to register as a volunteer, copy and paste the link below into your browser:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=IIqVYuzWoEiRxvx9e1sAtJalN_0-a4dHsvr08bqTK0dUQzJWV1c3SFE2WjcwRFJSQjM3MEo2MzJROS4u&wdLOR=c01608ED7-EE93-4377-AED4-091CE82DEFF6

We would like to congratulate our newly qualified

We would like to congratulate our newly qualified apprentice Nila on passing her Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship with a distinction! As part of Nila’s end point assessment, she planned, managed, and led the arrangement of our Apprenticeship Celebration Event during National Apprenticeship Week 2023 which was a huge success!

The team are very proud of Nila’s achievements and overcoming challenges such as completing her Level 2 Functional Skills Maths qualification alongside her apprenticeship.

Well done Nila, from the Apprenticeships Suffolk team 👏🎉

📢NEW VACANCY Pipers Vale Gymnastics Club are

📢NEW VACANCY

Pipers Vale Gymnastics Club are looking to recruit an Apprentice Gymnastics Coach, they are looking for an individual that wishes to have a full-time career in coaching gymnastics. You will be working closely with the qualified coaches to deliver their recreational and development gymnastics program. Whilst doing this you will working to complete your Level 2 Community Activator Coach apprenticeship with Bridgewater & Taunton College (british-gymnastics.org)

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/community-activator-coach-v1-0
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https://apprenticeshipssuffolk.org/all-jobs/

Are you an employer in Suffolk looking to grow you

Are you an employer in Suffolk looking to grow your business?

Apprenticeships Suffolk aims to generate apprenticeship opportunities in Suffolk and can support employers on their apprenticeship journey with the following:

• Your responsibilities as an employer
• Funding and incentives available for employers
• Advice on how to create a job description and find the right apprenticeship standard to offer
• The Apprenticeship training options available to you
• Advertising and promoting your opportunities
• Recruiting your apprentice and ongoing support

If you would like our support with creating the right apprenticeship opportunity for your business, please contact apprenticeships@suffolk.gov.uk or call 01473 263555.

Level 2 apprenticeships offer an excellent route i

Level 2 apprenticeships offer an excellent route into further education post 16, as an alternative to staying on at school, whilst receiving on the job training and studying towards a nationally recognised qualification.

This level of training will make you work ready and train you in the hands on skills required to undertake the responsibility of the task and give you the employability skills you need to be successful.

Today's Level 2 Focus is for avenues into a career in Hair & Beauty 💇‍♀️💅 - visit https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/?levels=2&routes=hair-and-beauty for further information on these Level 2 Hair & Beauty qualifications.

To look at more Level 2 qualifications, click the link below to go to IFATE:
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/?levels=2

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Corrosion Technology Services are looking to recruit a Finance Assistant Apprentice to join their small team. Within this role you will be maintaining an efficient and accurate finance function within the business. You will receive full training from the team and mentoring to reach your goals, whilst working to complete your Level 2 Accounts/ Finance Assistant qualification.

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/accounts-or-finance-assistant-v1-3
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https://apprenticeshipssuffolk.org/all-jobs/

Congratulations to all students that received thei

Congratulations to all students that received their GCSE Results today! 🎉If you are still looking at what to do next at Post-16, here are some Level 2 and Level 3 apprenticeship opportunities we are currently supporting in Suffolk.

❗️If you didn't receive a Grade 4 in Maths or English, you can still complete a Level 2 apprenticeship.

If you are interested please email apprenticeships@suffolk.gov.uk

#GCSEResultsDay #apprenticeships #gcses2023

Level 2 apprenticeships offer an excellent route i

Level 2 apprenticeships offer an excellent route into further education post 16, as an alternative to staying on at school, whilst receiving on the job training and studying towards a nationally recognised qualification.

This level of training will make you work ready and train you in the hands on skills required to undertake the responsibility of the task and give you the employability skills you need to be successful.

Today's Level 2 Focus is for avenues into a career in Care and Early Years Work. 👶🏼👩🏼‍🏫👨🏼‍🦽
To look at more Level 2 qualifications, click the link below to go to IFATE:
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/?

Good luck to all students who are receiving their

Good luck to all students who are receiving their A-Level results today! 🎉

Considering your next steps? Apprenticeships Suffolk can provide you with information advice and guidance on the apprenticeship pathway - https://apprenticeshipssuffolk.org/

Level 2 apprenticeships offer an excellent route i

Level 2 apprenticeships offer an excellent route into further education post 16, as an alternative to staying on at school, whilst receiving on the job training and studying towards a nationally recognised qualification.

This level of training will make you work ready and train you in the hands on skills required to undertake the responsibility of the task and give you the employability skills you need to be successful.

Today's Level 2 Focus is for avenues into a career in a trade/construction. 🧱👷🏼‍♂️👷🏼‍♀️🔨🏠

To look at more Level 2 qualifications, click the link below to go to IFATE: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/

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📢NEW VACANCY

Corrosion Technology Services are looking to recruit a Business Support Apprentice to join their small team. They are looking for someone who can assist the business and work in all office departments to gain experience. You will receive full training from the team and mentoring to reach your goals, whilst working to complete your Level 3 Business Administration qualification.

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/business-administrator/
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https://apprenticeshipssuffolk.org/all-jobs/

With the recent releases of the Barbie and Oppenhe

With the recent releases of the Barbie and Oppenheimer films, it is a great opportunity to showcase the variety of apprenticeship qualifications that could lead you into the film industry! The above qualifications offer a glimpse at the variety of routes into a career in film, from technical editing and marketing, to hands on roles such as prosthetics, makeup, costume or props. #barbiemovie #oppenheimer #apprentice #filmproduction

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