Getting an apprenticeship

Where can I find apprenticeships?

There are lots of places to look for apprenticeships, these include:

• Our Opportunities listing (Oxfordshire based opportunities)
• The National Apprenticeship Finder (National opportunities)
• Via your local FE College (Local opportunities) 

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When can I apply for opportunities?

Apprenticeships start at any time of year. If you're planning on moving into an apprenticeship you can start early, and apply using predicted grades.

1. Autumn Term - Research opportunities, sign up for alerts
2. Spring Term - Some larger apprenticeship programmes are recruiting now
3. Summer Term - Make applications for summer and September starts

Instant Expert: Read the government guide on how to Become an apprentice in the UK.

Where can I access support?

Sometimes it can take time to get your perfect apprenticeship. If you are making applications and not getting interviews, struggling to find opportunities, or need help to make applications, support is available from:

• Your local Job Centre Plus
• The EET Service
• Schemes like Pre-Apprenticeships