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Recruit And Develop Talent Through Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships offer a practical way to recruit new talent, develop existing employees and build the skills your organisation needs for long-term growth.

For learners, apprenticeships provide the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications, real workplace experience and ongoing support while earning a wage.

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A More Effective Way To Build Skills And Capability

Whether you're recruiting new people or developing existing employees, apprenticeships provide a structured route to build practical workplace skills while supporting long-term workforce development.

Our programmes help organisations develop confident, capable employees who contribute in role while working towards recognised qualifications.

  • Recruit talent suited to your organisation
  • Upskill existing employees through structured learning
  • Improve retention and progression
  • Build capability aligned to your business needs
  • Create future talent pipelines across key roles

For learners, apprenticeships combine practical experience, recognised qualifications and dedicated support to help build successful careers.

Recruit New Talent Or Develop Your Existing Team

Recruit New Talent

Apprenticeships help employers attract and develop future talent while building skills aligned to their organisation from day one.

 

Ideal for:

  • Entry-level recruitment
  • Future talent pipelines
  • Skills shortages
  • Workforce growth

Develop Existing Employees

Many apprentices are already employed within their organisation. Apprenticeships provide structured development that helps employees grow, progress and take on additional responsibilities.

 

Ideal for:

  • Retention
  • Succession planning
  • Leadership development
  • Closing skills gaps

Support Available To Help You Recruit And Train

Recent government updates mean there will be more support available to help employers recruit and train apprentices, particularly when hiring younger individuals or building entry-level roles.

  • Training costs fully funded for eligible apprentices aged 16–24
  • Additional financial incentives for hiring young apprentices
  • National Insurance savings for apprentices under 25

This support makes it easier to bring new talent into your business while developing the skills you need for long-term growth.

Apprenticeship Programmes By Sector

 

We deliver apprenticeship programmes across a range of sectors, helping employers recruit and develop talent while supporting learners to build successful careers.

Why Employers Choose CT Skills

Why Employers Choose CT Skills

We work with employers across sectors to recruit, train and develop talent through apprenticeship programmes that deliver real workplace impact.

  • Recruitment support available
  • Structured apprenticeship delivery
  • Ongoing employer and learner support
  • Sector-specific expertise
  • Flexible development pathways
  • 98% of employers would recommend CT Skills
  • 88.4% apprenticeship first-time pass rate
  • 97% of workshops rated good or excellent
Real Stories From Employers And Learners

Amazing tutors and course content. I have recently completed my Level 2 Accountancy qualification with CT Skills, and every interaction with the staff was amazing, and it helped me achieve a distinction. The lessons were always interactive, and I felt comfortable asking for 1-2-1 help.

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I've just completed my Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship, and throughout the course my tutor provided constant support. I always felt comfortable asking for help, no matter how small or trivial the question.

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Completing my apprenticeship with CT Skills has been such a positive and rewarding experience. The team offered time, dedication, and continuous support, helping me progress and successfully complete my qualification. 

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I always wanted a creative career but found it hard to break in without further study. Choosing an apprenticeship was the best decision, I gained hands-on experience and a qualification, giving me a strong start in the industry. 

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Working with CT Skills to find and support apprentices has been an incredibly easy and positive experience! Thanks to their support, we’ve had four fantastic apprentices join our team.

How Apprenticeships Help You Recruit And Develop Talent

Attract And Develop Talent

Bring new talent into your organisation or develop existing employees through structured learning.

Learn Through Work And Training

Employees build knowledge, skills and confidence while contributing in their day-to-day role.

Build Capability For The Future

  1. Support progression, strengthen your workforce and create long-term growth opportunities.
Award-Winning Apprenticeship Success

Award-Winning Apprenticeship Success

 

 

We're proud to celebrate the achievements of our apprentices, employers and partners at the South Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards 2026. From individual learner success to employer recognition, these awards showcase the real impact apprenticeships can have on careers, businesses and communities. Read the full story and discover how apprenticeships are helping people and organisations thrive.

Yes. Apprenticeships can be used to develop employees already working within your organisation. They provide structured training that helps individuals build new skills, take on additional responsibilities and progress in their role while continuing to contribute in the workplace.

Yes. We can support employers with apprenticeship recruitment, helping promote opportunities and connect organisations with suitable candidates. We also work with employers who want to develop existing members of staff through apprenticeship training.

Funding depends on factors such as the apprenticeship programme, the age of the learner and your organisation's funding status. Recent government initiatives have introduced additional support for employers recruiting younger apprentices. Our team can help explain the options available to your organisation.

The duration varies depending on the programme and level. Most apprenticeships take between 15 and 24 months to complete, combining practical workplace experience with structured training and assessment.

We deliver apprenticeship programmes across a range of sectors, including:

Our programmes are designed to support both recruitment and workforce development.

No. Apprenticeships can support both new recruits and existing employees. Many organisations use apprenticeships to upskill current staff, support progression and develop future talent within their workforce.

Employers receive support throughout the apprenticeship journey, from recruitment and onboarding through to learner progress and completion. We work closely with employers to help ensure apprenticeships deliver value for both the organisation and the learner.

Apprentices receive structured training, dedicated support from trainer assessors, access to learning resources and regular progress reviews throughout their programme. This helps learners build confidence, develop skills and achieve their qualification.

We work with employers across multiple sectors to recruit, train and develop talent through apprenticeships. With dedicated employer support, experienced training teams and a strong track record of learner achievement, we help organisations build the skills they need for long-term success.

Together, We’re Building
Something Better

At CT Skills, education is just the beginning. By connecting people, creating opportunities, and giving back, we’re proud to help develop both careers and communities.

Looking to learn, grow, or contribute? Let’s work together.

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Early Years Apprentice

Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England

Β£8 per hour

Office Based

Early Years Apprentice @ Gainsborough Nursery School

Location: North Marsh Road, Gainsborough, DN21 2RR

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for September start.

WHO are Gainsborough Nursery School?

Gainsborough Nursery School is a local authority-maintained nursery school that works with the Lincolnshire Maintained Nursery School federation. They are a purpose-built nursery school for 2–4-year-old children, offer high quality early education and are staffed by qualified teachers, Early Years Practitioners and support staff.

WHAT will I get from working with Gainsborough Nursery School?

  • EARN: £8 per hour, 37 hours per week (Please note as a school they are open for 39 weeks of the year so you will receive equated pay- Equated pay guidance – Lincolnshire County Council)
  • EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday shifts between 7.30am and 5.30pm.
  • QUALIFICATION: Early Years Educator Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.
  • BENEFITS: Term time only, career development & training, Lincolnshire County Council employee benefits, bespoke early years training with a wide support network.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

You will be joining a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where diversity is celebrated and valued. There is a strong emphasis on collaboration, support and growth with a sense of community among staff members. Your daily tasks will include:

  • Supporting children on a one-to-one basis, in small groups or as part of a full class.
  • Getting creative in helping children to achieve their developmental steps.
  • Assisting with breakfast/lunchtime/after school clubs.
  • Helping with assessments and inputting of data.
  • Changing children as required and after training.
  • Administer basic first aid after training.
  • Assisting in planning and creating inspiring learning environments.
  • Working inside and outside.
  • Setting up and tidying areas and resources.
  • Contributing to planning and assessment.
  • Leading activities and stories.
  • Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Early Years Educator Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about modules including risk management, key person & attachment, learning & development, and more!  You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

  • Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English
  • UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
  • Early Years Practitioner Level 2 (or equivalent).
  • Communication, team working & caring nature.
  • Simple IT skills, numeracy & physical fitness.
  • Organisation, creativity, presentation.
  • Initiative, problem solving, non-judgemental & patient.
  • Able to ask for help if you are unsure.
  • Friendly, smiley & really want to make a difference.

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://www.gainsboroughnurseryschool.co.uk/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/childcare

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Business Administration Apprentice

Leeds, West Yorkshire, England

Β£8 per hour

Office Based

Business Administration Apprentice @ IC Blue

Location: Gateway House, Gate Way Dr, Leeds LS19 7XY

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are IC Blue?

IC Blue LTD is a distributor of board level electronic components. They export to over 53 countries and operate in all sectors. IC Blue is based in Leeds but has offices in Spain, Portugal, Greece and Hungary.

Their culture is one of support and growth. The flat management structure allows people at all levels to be accessible and help to deal with issues and support the business and personal development.

WHAT will I get from working with IC Blue?

  • EARN: £8 per hour, 38 hours per week
  • EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm.
  • QUALIFICATION: Business Admin Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.
  • BENEFITS: Personal trainer & onsite gym, regular social events, statutory employment benefits & support with further learning.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

You will be joining a company that has a good track record of apprentice support into full employment. They have a very supportive environment where you can learn new skills and be exposed to all areas of the business. This means that you will develop an understanding of what each department does and how everyone works together. Your daily tasks will include:

  • Support the sales team with back up administration roles to enable revenue creation.
  • Work with established systems to ensure the correct data is collected and applied to enable sales.
  • Support salesperson with admin tasks.
  • Send updates to customers on orders.
  • Providing bank details on request.
  • Send a priced-out quote when the pricing level is agreed with salesperson.
  • Processing quotes and orders when salesperson is on business trips.
  • Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Business Admin Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about the modules. You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

  • Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English
  • UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
  • Communication & attention to detail
  • IT & Admin skills

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://www.icblue.com/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeship-courses/business-administration/

4 days ago

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Early Years Apprentice

Sevenoaks, Kent, England

Β£8 per hour

Office Based

Early Years Apprentice @ Little Treacles Nursery, Kent

Location: Otford Church Hall, Otford, Sevenoaks, TN14 5PQ

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are Little Treacles Nursery?

Little Treacles Nursery provides full day care. They provide a warm and friendly home from home environment, where children feel safe and secure. Their tailored care is personalised to each child’s individual needs. Their nursery features a small garden with free flow access from the Preschool room, allowing children to always enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities.

They believe the early years are a precious and important time for development in a child’s life. These first experiences shape confidence, curiosity, behaviour and emotional wellbeing, and we are proud to play such an important role in each child’s journey. They provide a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where children feel valued, supported and encouraged to be themselves.

They are committed to providing high-quality care and learning opportunities, constantly reflecting on our practise to provide the very best outcomes for children.

WHAT will I get from working with Little Treacles Nursery?

  • EARN: £8 per hour (pay review after probation), 40 hours per week
  • EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday – 4 day week, shifts between 8am and 6pm
  • QUALIFICATION: Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years takes approximately 16-18 months.
  • BENEFITS: Occasional team building staff events, After probation period get birthday off, Free support line / employee assistant programme, Ongoing support / training and development

WHAT will my DAY look like?

You will be working towards a recognized early years qualification, helping to build the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to progress in childcare whilst also learning on the job. Your daily tasks will include:

  • Supporting the learning and development of children in line with the EYFS
  • Assisting staff in creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment
  • Building positive relationships with children, parents/carers, and colleagues
  • Helping to plan and carry out age-appropriate activities
  • Supporting children’s personal care routines where appropriate
  • Promoting safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing at all times
  • Helping to maintain cleanliness and organisation within the nursery
  • Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Early Years Educator Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about modules including risk management, key person & attachment, learning & development, and more!  You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

  • Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English
  • UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
  • Communication and team work
  • Organised and patient
  • Experience or knowledge with children is desirable

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://littletreaclesnursery.co.uk/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/childcare

3 days ago

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