Apprenticeships offer practical on-the-job experience, essential learning tools and qualifications. Relevant opportunities from local businesses and organisations will be shared here.
Notices & Key Dates
The Sixth Formers’ Guide to Degree Apprenticeships can give you some valuable advice and guidance on the types of degree apprenticeships available.
Sign Up for an Apprenticeship Adviser – Advisers are currently only available for year 13 students in Lancashire and the North East. Your apprenticeship adviser will be from your area. They’ll know local companies that take on apprentices.
Get Apprentice Ready! Explore Apprenticeships, Build Skills, Shape Your Future – check out these resources designed to support you on your apprenticeship journey.
Upcoming Opportunities
Early Careers
Apprenticeship Programme
16+
BrightStart Apprenticeships – Deloitte
Start your professional career with a global business now and bypass university. You’ll get paid to learn and progress, gain real-world experience and make a unique impact from day one.
LAW
Apprenticeship Programme
16+
Eversheds Sutherland – Bid & Proposals Coordinator – Level 3 Apprenticeship
Eversheds Sutherland are currently recruiting for a Pitch Apprentice to join their Pitch Team, based in either the Newcastle or Leeds office. A global law firm, with more than 5,000 people across over 30 countries.
Bee Farmer
Apprenticeship Programme
18+
Northumberland Honey Company
Applications are now open for a bee farmers apprentice who will work as an integral part of our team, and undertake the Bee Farmers Association Apprenticeship Scheme.
The BFA apprenticeship scheme is a 3 year programme, culminating in the Diploma in Excellence in Bee Farming.
The apprenticeship is ‘on the job’ learning with 2 weeks per year ‘block teaching’ which is classroom based, but for the remainder of the year you learn working alongside your host trainer/ employer.
As an apprentice bee farmer, you will learn the workings of all aspects of an industry leading bee farm. Working very closely with the directors of Northumberland Honey Company. On completion of the apprenticeship, it is expected you will be working at a level of being able to successfully manage a bee farm. Key requirements and specific learning elements for the apprenticeship are listed below.
There may be opportunities to work on different bee farms throughout the country and visit different businesses in order to gain breadth and variety of experience. This is completely dependent on the individual candidates’ desire to do so, but at Northumberland Honey Company we are well connected to bee farms throughout the UK and also in New Zealand with plenty of opportunities to maximise the experience on the apprenticeship.
Accountancy
Apprenticeship Programme
Yr 12 +
UNW – Applications Open
Over three years, you’ll work towards your Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualification while gaining first-hand experience from day one.
To apply for our apprenticeship programme, you’ll either be currently studying for your A Levels with predicted grades of at least three Bs, or have already achieved those grades. You’ll also need a minimum grade 6 (B) in both GCSE Maths and English Language.
By the end of the programme, you’ll hold AAT Levels 3 and 4 and be in a strong position to move on to a higher-level qualification on the path to becoming a fully-fledged chartered accountant.
Engineering
Apprenticeship
Yr 11 +
Apprenticeship programme – Applications Open
2 x CNC Machining Apprentices
Based in Cramlington or Morpeth
Would suit post GCSE or A Level students. Must have solid maths GCSEs.
ScottishPower/EDT
Apprenticeships
Yr 13
EDT/ScottishPower Work Placements
Scottish Power is a long-term partner with EDT, offering exciting placement work, which might also lead to potentially post-placement opportunities, such as apprenticeships, paid vacation work during a degree or graduate scheme opportunities.
Business/Finance/ Technology
EY Apprenticeship
Yr 12 +
EY Apprenticeship programmes – Application window open soon
These opportunities are perfect for anyone looking to launch a career in business, finance, or technology straight out of school or college. They’ll dive straight into real client work, earning while they learn, and developing their skills with the support of a dedicated career coach and counsellor.
BBC
Apprenticeship
Yr 11+
BBC Apprenticeships – Application window opens Autumn 2025
Whatever bit of the creative industry you’re interested in, as long as you’ve got the passion, the BBC’s got an apprenticeship!
- Business
- Digital Data & Technology
- Engineering & Operations
- Journalism
- Production
The length of the scheme varies according to apprenticeship. Advanced/Higher apprenticeship schemes typically last 18 months to 2 years. Degree apprenticeship schemes are between 3 to 4 years and Higher/Master’s Degree apprenticeship schemes are typically 18 months to 2 years.
Engineering
Apprenticeship
Yrs 12 & 13
BAE Systems – Application window opens in November 2025
Are you ready to make a difference? You could be a pioneer, fast-tracking the future of BAE Systems through innovative technology and next-generation engineering feats.
Multiple apprenticeship pathways across various sectors including engineering, IT, Business, HR and Finance
Apprenticeship FAQ
What time of year are apprenticeships advertised?
Apprenticeships are advertised all year, so there is no right or wrong time to apply for an apprenticeship.
Are all apprenticeships 5 days a week?
In a typical week, you’ll spend four days at work and one at university, college, or a training provider.