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Apprenticeships For Learners

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Learn, Earn, and Upskill

Apprenticeships are a smart way to get ahead. You’ll gain real-world experience, hands-on training, and qualifications that match your goals. Whether you’re just starting out or want to upskill, you’ll earn while you learn, build valuable industry connections, and get support from expert mentors. With nationally recognised qualifications, you’ll be ready to take confident steps toward a career you’re proud of.

Why CT Skills?

We’re here to help you succeed. With expert guidance, flexible learning, and strong employer connections, CT Skills gives you the tools to build the career you want — starting now.

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qualification achievement rate (24/25), 9.1% higher than the national average for 23/24

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of learners achieve Distinction

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apprenticeship first-time pass rate

Yes! Apprenticeships are paid positions. Full information about the current minimum wage for apprentices in the UK can be found here.

In many cases, yes. Most apprenticeships lead to a job within the company you trained with. If not, you’ll still have a recognised qualification and valuable experience to support your next step.

If you’re struggling or need more time, speak with your trainer assessor and employer. Extensions can sometimes be arranged to delay your End Point Assessment (EPA) / apprenticeship assessment.

Yes — as long as the next apprenticeship offers new learning and progression (e.g., moving from Level 2 to Level 3). Explore routes on our Careers Hub to see where apprenticeships can lead.

Talk to your employer or trainer assessor. Sometimes adjustments can be made, or you may be able to transfer onto a different course.

Sometimes, yes — if you can demonstrate all required skills and knowledge early. This depends on your programme structure and agreements with your employer and trainer assessor.

Apprenticeships are designed within working hours. Your employer will provide dedicated ‘off the job’ time for learning and development. Despite the name, most activities happen naturally within your role, with a weekly allocated study session. Any additional work outside hours is optional.

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Explore apprenticeships, internships, and work placements, with guidance on progressing your career and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. You can also learn how to become an apprenticeship ambassador and inspire others.


Learners can also access the National Careers Service for expert advice on career planning, CV writing, and more.


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Nursery Nurse Apprentice

Leicester, Leicestershire, England

£7.55 - 7.55 per hour

Office Based

Nursery Nurse Apprentice @ Kids Corner Nursery

Location: 12 Upperton Road, Leicester, LE3 0BG

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are Kids Corner Nursery?

Kids’ Corner Nursery provides excellent childcare throughout the year for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children.  They have carefully selected their managers and staff to ensure a high level of commitment and to provide all children with a safe and comfortable environment.

WHAT will I get from working with Kids Corner Nursery?

  • EARN: £7.55 per hour, 30 hours per week
  • EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.
  • QUALIFICATION: Early Years Practitioner Level 2 takes approximately 16 months.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

You will be carrying out care needs to children which may include teeth, skin, hair, feeding and toileting under supervision. Your daily tasks will include:

  • Planning and delivering activities with children aged 0-8 years.
  • Supporting children with their general development including interacting with other children.
  • Communicating with parents and carers of their child’s daily/ weekly progress.
  • Supervising children to ensure you are managing/ avoiding any risks.
  • Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Early Years Practitioner Level 2 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 child development from birth to 7 years, safeguarding, promoting wellbeing, supporting activities, purposeful play & educational programmes, 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
  • Suitable for school leavers who may have carried out babysitting duties or work experience in a nursery setting.
  • Caring, compassionate honest & trustworthy.
  • Professional & positive minded.
  • Ability to work within a team and on your own initiative.

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://kidscornernursery.net/

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

4 days ago

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Junior Housing Manager Apprentice

Oxted, Surrey, England

£10.00 - 12.21 per hour

Hybrid

Junior Housing Manager Apprentice @ MTDH Management

Location: 102 Station Road East, Oxted, RH8 0QA

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start and requires you to have a full UK driving license.

WHO are MTDH Management?

MTDH Management are proud to work exclusively on behalf of MTD Housing Ltd, supporting their mission to provide safe, comfortable, and truly supportive homes. Their focus is simple: to look after residents with care, clarity, and a personal touch. By being closely connected to one dedicated landlord, they offer a more consistent, responsive, and community-minded service- ensuring every home is well cared for and every resident feels valued.

WHAT will I get from working with MTDH Management?

  • EARN: £10.00 to £12.21ph dependant on experience – 37.5 hours 1 hr unpaid lunch
  • EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm - Hybrid (3 days in office, 1 day on site & 1 day work from home)
  • QUALIFICATION: Housing & Property Management Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.
  • BENEFITS: Supportive team & career progression. 10% discount at Local Café Nero, Work events and team bonding activities

WHAT will my DAY look like?

This is an entry-level role and a great opportunity for someone looking to start a new career in housing. No previous housing experience is needed, as full training and support will be provided.

You will work as part of a supportive team, helping to manage homes and support residents. You’ll learn the role on the job, gaining practical experience while building skills that can lead to long-term career progression. Your daily tasks will include:

  • Being a first point of contact for residents by phone, email, or in person, helping with general questions and passing on more complex issues to senior colleagues.
  • Helping to log repairs, follow up with contractors, and keep residents updated on progress.
  • Learning how to use systems to record information, track jobs, and update records.
  • Supporting property visits, inspections, and viewings, often alongside a more experienced colleague.
  • Assisting with tenancy paperwork when residents move in or out of a property.
  • Helping with basic rent queries and administration tasks.
  • Supporting the team with complaints, neighbourhood issues, or anti-social behaviour reports, with guidance provided.
  • Making sure records are kept up to date and working in line with company policies.
  • Carrying out general admin tasks and helping the team as needed.
  • Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship Work?

Working towards your Housing & Property Management 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 decision making & collaborative working, housing legislation, tenancy types, 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, customer care & team working.
  • Willing to learn.
  • Admin, organisation & IT skills.
  • Driving licence and own transport or driving licence and no transport but must have been driving for 3 years (access to pool car).

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://mtdhmanagement.com/

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

4 days ago

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Level 2 Early Years Apprentice

Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, England

£7.55 - 7.55 per hour

Office Based

Level 2 Early Years Apprentice @ Hucknall Day Nursery

Location: 100 Nottingham Road, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 7QE

WHO are Hucknall Day Nursery?

Hucknall Day Nursery is a family run business that provides a safe, caring, and supportive environment for children from 0 to 4 years of age. With dedicated age-based rooms, including the Baby Room, and Pre School-Learning Room, it provides dedicated care and learning to meet children’s needs. They have a supportive and friendly team that will help you throughout your apprenticeship journey.

WHAT will I get from working with Hucknall Day Nursery?

  • EARN: £7.55 per hour, 40 hours per week
  • EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday shifts between 7.30am and 6pm.
  • QUALIFICATION: Early Years Practitioner Level 2 takes approximately 16 months.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

You will be providing a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for all children in the nursery. Your daily tasks will include:

  • Preparing and delivering activities that meet the individual needs and interests of children.
  • Shadowing a qualified nursery practitioner.
  • Attending out of working hours activities, e.g., training, staff meetings, parents evening, fundraising events etc.
  • Recording accidents and completing the relevant form.
  • Developing your role within the team especially with an understanding of the role of a ‘key person.’
  • Ensuring that mealtimes are a time of pleasant social sharing.
  • Washing and changing children as required.
  • Ensuring good standards of safety, hygiene and cleanliness are maintained.
  • Ensuring a poorly child is kept calm and warm (notify management straight away).
  • Developing and maintaining strong partnerships and communications with parents/carers to facilitate day-to-day caring and early learning needs.
  • Minimum of 6 hours per week will be spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Early Years Practitioner Level 2 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 child development from birth to 7 years, safeguarding, promoting wellbeing, supporting activities, purposeful play & educational programmes, 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
  • Team working, motivated, reliable & patient.
  • Positive attitude, energetic & ambitious.

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.hucknalldaynursery.co.uk/

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

4 days ago

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Got More Questions or Ready to Apply?

Get in touch with our team or browse our latest apprenticeship opportunities to see where your future could take you. If you want to start, upskill, or change your career, you can do so with the help of CT Skills. We offer a variety of different apprenticeships as well as have a number of vacancies at the moment! Contact us today if you would like more information.

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