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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.
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
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
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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By recruiting new apprentices we’ve been able to support local young people into roles within the NHS. Some of these roles have been hard to fill so an apprenticeship has given us a great option for these challenges.
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
- Support progression, strengthen your workforce and create long-term growth opportunities.
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:
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Customer Service
- Childcare
- Education
- Housing
- Human Resources
- Multi-Channel Marketing
- Payroll
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.
Current Vacancies
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Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England
£8 per hour
Office Based
Admin Apprentice @ MMT Performance
Location: Unit 1, 659-663 Nuthall Road, NG8 6AF
PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.
WHO are MMT Performance?
MMT Performance is one of the UK’s fastest-growing specialists in ECU remapping and vehicle performance enhancement. Based in Nottingham, XTHEIR expert team provides high-quality custom tuning software files for nearly all petrol and diesel vehicles. Additionally, we have an authorized dealer network that extends our services across the UK and internationally.
MMT Performance offer the widest range of high-quality tuning files with over 1,000 dealers in 40 countries. The MMT Remap is truly a global brand for remapping and chip tuning and we are leading the market. Our quality tuning file service cover range of over 9,000 cars, vans, motorhomes, trucks, agricultural vehicles and motorbikes, we care passionately about what we do and how we do it.
WHAT will I get from working with MMT Performance?
- EARN: £8 per hour, 37.5 hours per week.
- EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
- QUALIFICATION: Business Admin Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.
WHAT will my DAY look like?
You will be joining a friendly team of 6 that have a good understanding of supporting apprentices, so you are in very safe hands! They also have a race team (currently 1 car, 2 cars next year) and some of the team go out to 8 events a year which you could be involved in. You will be working closely with Millie who manages their social media advertising, content, photography & admin. Your daily tasks will include:
- Answering the phones
- Using tech man calendar to book vehicles in.
- Inputting data.
- Providing customers with available upgrades.
- Generating invoices on quickbooks.
- Submitting invoices on payment assist and apron.
- Calling customers with quotes.
- 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 modules including the organisation, stakeholders, relevant regulation, business fundamentals, processes & external factors. 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.
- Driving license & own vehicle (preferred).
- Communication & customer care.
- Attention to detail, organisation & IT skills.
- Interest in the automotive industry.
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.mmtperformance.co.uk/
About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/business-administration
about 12 hours ago
Apply NowApprentice Payroll Assistant
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England
£21.5k - 25.5k per year
Office Based
Apprentice Payroll Assistant @ Marcegaglia Stainless Sheffield
Location: Europa Link, Sheffield, S9 1TZ
PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.
WHO are Marcegaglia Stainless Sheffield?
Marcegaglia Long Products is a global producer of high-quality stainless steel long products. They are known for their ability to offer high quality and reliable products in a wide range of grades, shapes and sizes. Their stainless steel is sustainable material with over 90% recycled content. Products are melted in Europe with energy sources and raw materials that provide customers with a lower than industry average carbon footprint.
WHAT will I get from working with Marcegaglia Stainless Sheffield?
- EARN: £21,500-£25,500 per annum (dependent on age), 37.5 hours per week.
- EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (flexible).
- QUALIFICATION: Payroll Admin Level 3 takes approximately 16 months.
- BENEFITS: Quarterly bonus, pension, 31 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), Westfield Healthcare Plan, Marcegaglia Perks (cashback & discounts portal), cycle to work scheme, Costco membership.
WHAT will my DAY look like?
This is an exciting opportunity to join an established business with over 400 employees. You will undertake required payroll activities within your team to ensure accurate and timely payments to employees, assist the Team Lead and Payroll Specialist with day-to-day payroll activities, and support the wider HR team. Your daily tasks will include:
- Timekeeping responsibilities for approx. 270 employees using a time management system whilst following multiple rota patterns and local pay agreements.
- Data maintenance on time management system including employee data, holiday entitlements, rota schedules and access controls.
- Calculating and processing accurate payroll amounts for overtime, temporary promotions and absences using local agreements.
- Calculating and processing SSP and company sick pay using statutory and local agreements.
- Gathering and providing statistical data for payroll team lead and or managers.
- Handling pay enquiries from employees, managers and HR.
- Assisting with ad-hoc administration tasks to ensure accurate data records.
- Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.
HOW does the Apprenticeship work?
Working towards your Payroll 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.
- Very high level of accuracy whilst working towards deadlines.
- Ability to prioritise workload.
- Ability to maintain & ensure confidentiality of all aspects of employee’s data.
- Ability to work independently & as part of a team.
- Good communication & interpersonal skills.
- Detail oriented.
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.sheffield.marcegaglia.com/
About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/payroll
about 4 hours ago
Apply NowApprentice Sales & Administrative Assistant
Sandwich, Kent, England
£8 per hour
Office Based
Apprentice Sales & Administrative Assistant @ Cahill Renewables
Location: Innovation House, Discovery Park, Sandwich, Kent, CT13 9FF
PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.
WHO are Cahill Renewables?
Cahill Renewables is a family-run company with over 10 years of unmatched service. They offer no-nonsense renewable energy solutions, tailored to their clients, including Solar PV, Battery Storage, Air Source Heat Pumps, Air Conditioning and Underfloor Heating.
WHAT will I get from working with Cahill Renewables?
- EARN: £8 per hour, 37.5 hours per week.
- EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm.
- QUALIFICATION: Business Admin Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.
- BENEFITS: Target based rewards.
WHAT will my DAY look like?
Cahill Renewables are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated Apprentice Sales & Administrative Assistant to join our growing team of 3. This entry-level role is ideal for someone looking to launch a career in Sales and administration. You’ll work closely with both the sales and operations teams, learning the ropes of client communication, CRM management, and daily office administration while earning hands-on experience and support toward your qualification. Your daily tasks will include:
- Sales Enquiries: Assist with screening incoming sales inquiries via email, phone, and website forms.
- Database Maintenance: Keep customer databases and CRM systems up to date with accurate notes and contact details.
- Communication & Follow-ups: Help schedule Calls, follow up on routine quotes, and prepare sales materials
- Sales Support: Research potential clients and market opportunities under the guidance of senior sales staff.
- Learn: Solar PV and Battery Complete structured internal/external training on solar panel designs string vs. microinverters, and mounting systems. battery energy storage systems
- Document Preparation: Draft, format, and organize invoices, quotes, proposals, and internal reports.
- Office Operations: Manage generic email inboxes, and file digital records.
- Customer Service: Act as a friendly point of contact for routine customer service inquiries.
- Ad-hoc Support: Assist supervisors and team members with day-to-day administrative tasks as needed.
- 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 modules including the organisation, stakeholders, relevant regulation, business fundamentals, processes & external factors. 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
- Genuine interest in renewable energy and green technology.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office / Google Workspace; CRM experience is a bonus).
- Great organisational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Confident and outgoing.
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.cahillrenewables.co.uk/
About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/business-administration
1 day ago
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