APPRENTICESHIP FAQS

You can apply to be an apprentice from the age of 16, once you have left school. Apprenticeships are open to Apprenticeships offer vocational learning in a huge range of roles, from level 2 through to degree level. Gaining an apprenticeship ticks two boxes for future employers, you have a theory qualification plus on the job, direct industry experience. Usually working around 30 hours per week, plus 7 hours attending college, apprenticeships offer you the chance to earn while you learn, alongside industry professionals, applying theory to your work experience as you progress. Apprentices do real jobs in real work environments.

During a construction apprenticeship, you’ll gain practical experience every day. You’ll be receiving training in how to do the job, then applying the skills you’ve learned. You’ll be responding to challenges and making a difference to the company you are working with. This could be in practical trades such as bricklaying or joinery, getting stuck-into the real building and development of a range of different sites in housing or commercial builds. Other technical construction apprenticeships could see you working in an office, for example as a quantity surveyor, or being more responsible for site operations as a site supervisor. Another pathway could be working as a civil engineer designing the works to be undertaken. Construction is a diverse industry; you’ll get to see projects develop from start to completion from whichever angle you’re working. You will be able to say “ I played a part in creating that building”.

Yes! For level 2 and level 3 apprenticeships, you don’t need any construction experience, however you do need to undertake your research to understand what the role is and what you will be doing in the role. This is an opportunity to learn while you earn!

Our vacancies show clearly what existing qualifications you need to have to be able to apply for each individual level of apprenticeship with EN:Able Futures. Maths and English GCSE’s do play an important part in this, the level of qualifications required increases as the level increases.

Level 2

These apprenticeships provide basic knowledge and skills for specific jobs and are equal to GCSEs.

Level 3

These apprenticeships offer more specialised knowledge and skills and are equal to A levels. They do provide UCAS points to enable progression.

Level 4

These apprenticeships focus on higher-level professional skills and can be equal to a foundation degree, a Higher National Certificate (HNC), or a Higher National Diploma (HND).

Levels 6 to 7

These apprenticeships lead to either a full bachelor’s or master’s degree.   

Once you have been offered the role, you will be assigned an Apprenticeship Manager. The Apprenticeship Manager will keep in contact with you and is available to be contacted by you at any stage should you have any issues. Although not based with you in your placement, you will have regular catchups, and face-to-face reviews. They will support you both in-work and in college. Your Apprenticeship Manager will also provide  support outside of the workplace, should this be required.

• • Do you have any experience that might help you in this job?
  • Why do you want to pursue this job/career?
  • Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Have you had any positions of responsibility?
  • Describe yourself in 3 words.
  • What have you done that you are most proud of?
  • Can you give an example of when you worked as part of a team?

• • • Regardless of the job you are applying for, you should always dress smartly, first impression are important
    • You should bring your right to work documents, GCSE certificates and if you have any relevant photographs or evidence and examples of similar work, please bring it along.

Each apprenticeship is different, some will offer you a full time permanent position to progress to a higher level or to gain further experience; some will not. If the role doesn’t offer any progression, the skills, knowledge and experience you have gained will enable you to gain employment elsewhere. Your Apprenticeship Manager will support you with this.