Information for Apprentices

Videos: What it's like to be an apprentice
Have you considered an apprenticeship?
Haringey Council Apprenticeships
Guidance for Apprentices
Further information

Videos: What it's like to be an apprentice

To show you how an apprenticeship can work for you, We decided to follow three apprentices in their day to day roles.

Anna-Maria, Stella and Ryan each share their experiences on what it’s like to be an apprentice:

Anna-Maria - Fashion Enter

Ryan - Hiremech

Stella - Wildes Cheese

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Have you considered an apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are an opportunity to combine paid work with training and receive nationally recognised qualifications along the way. They also provide an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand experience of how the industry works.

Did you know?

83% of apprentices said their career prospects had improved
Apprentices completing an apprenticeship at level 4 or above could earn £150,000 more, on average, over their lifetime
70% of surveyed employers said apprenticeships improved product quality and service
After finishing, 85% of apprentices stay in employment
64% remain with the same employer

Above figures from the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.

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Haringey Council Apprenticeships

As Haringey’s largest employer, we offer a number of apprenticeship opportunities.

We offer a range of apprenticeships from:

Accounting
Business Administration
Commercial Procurement and Supply
Digital
Early Years Educator
Energy Management
Horticulture
Infrastructure Technician
Project Management

We pay:

£16,816 per annum (£10.75 per hour)
30 hours per week, Monday-Friday with either day/block or onsite release for training

Requirements

Have GCSEs in English and Maths (grade C / 9-4 or above or equivalent)
Be a resident of the London Borough of Haringey
Be aged 16 and over
We welcome applications from Haringey Care Leavers (18-25) and people with disabilities, and guarantee an interview for those who meet the minimum criteria

How to Apply

Visit our apprenticeships page for a list of current opportunities and apply online.

You can also look out for Apprenticeship opportunities advertised on the GOV.UK website (external link) and search for Haringey Council.

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Guidance for Apprentices

I am interested in doing an apprenticeship, where do I find one?
You can search for apprenticeships opportunities via the GOV.UK website (external link).

More information about how to apply for the Haringey Council apprenticeships will be posted on this page as vacancies become available.

What is a training provider?
A training provider is an organisation that will arrange and deliver the accredited training that underpins the apprenticeship. Haringey Council use a range of training providers depending on the course.

How much will I be paid as an apprentice?
The National Minimum Wage for apprentices is currently £4.15 per hour, but many employers will pay more than this.

If you are employed by Haringey Council, you will be paid £16,816 per annum (£10.75 per hour - London Living Wage). Other employers may offer a different salary, depending on the role and organisation.

Where will the apprenticeship be based?
An apprenticeship can be based anywhere within reasonable travelling distance. If you are employed by Haringey Council it will be within the borough of Haringey. Other employers, however, may be based outside the borough, or ask you to work outside the borough from time to time if they are located in Haringey.

How long will I have to work?
You will be paid for at least 30 hours per week, where you can expect to work 4 days and train for 1 day. When you are not in college you will be expected to attend work.

Will I get help with my travel costs?
This will depend on the employer but you may be eligible for a 16+ Zip Oyster photocard (external link) or Apprentice Oyster photocard (external link).

For Haringey Council apprenticeships you may be eligible for an interest free travel loan.

Do I get lunch included?
This will depend on the employer. The Haringey Council apprenticeships will not include lunch.

Is there a dress code?
This will depend on the employer. For Haringey Council apprenticeships you will be expected to be presentable, clean and smart. For some jobs with other employers there may be a specific type of uniform or workwear which your employer will tell you about.

How long do I have to study for?
A minimum of one year or until the successful completion of your apprenticeship.

What happens if I don’t go to work?
You will be required to follow the employer’s absence reporting procedure.

What will happen if I can’t keep up with the studying?
Your training provider will support you throughout this process.

Will I get a permanent job at the end of the apprenticeship?
Not all employers will be able retain their apprentices at the end of the apprenticeship and this will depend on the type of firm and/or their circumstances. Where this is not possible, apprentices can receive application, CV and interview support from their training provider.

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Further information

If you would like to speak to someone to get more information about how an apprenticeship could benefit you then please contact economic.regeneration@haringey.gov.uk

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