Apprenticeships at Salford City College - Mini Guide

WELCOME

GET THE APPRENTICESHIP YOU WANT. We are delighted that you are considering starting an apprenticeship with Salford City College.

There has never been a better time to become an apprentice. More employers than ever before are investing in apprenticeship programmes and recruiting new apprentices. Providing outstanding career opportunities across a wide range of industry sectors.

Apprenticeships at Salford City College is an awardwinning provider of College apprenticeships in the North West, supporting around 1,900 apprentices and working with over 550 employers.

JOIN OUR WORK READY TALENT POOL Alternatively, if you’re still at school and hoping to progress onto an apprenticeship when you finish, please fill in our online enquiry form which can be found on our website.

FILL IN OUR ONLINE ENQUIRY FORM:

Our Apprenticeship Recruitment Team will work with you to help you find employment within the sector of your choice and advise you on the right apprenticeship programme for your needs. You can apply for an apprenticeship with us through the following methods:

APPLY ONLINE We work with a wide range of employers providing a recruitment service for their vacancies. Our live vacancies are advertised on our website, which you can apply for.

VIEW OUR LIVE VACANCIES HERE:

W W W. SA L FO R D CC . AC .U K /A P P R E N T I C E S H I P S SALFORD-CITY-COLLEGE/APPRENTICESHIP-ENQUIRY/

SEND US YOUR CV Alternatively, to express a general interest in being considered for an apprenticeship, please email your CV, along with details of any current qualifications to: APPRENTICESHIPS@SALFORDCC.AC.UK

MAKE AN ENQUIRY To discuss your options or ask advice please contact the Apprenticeship Team on: WWW.SALFORDCC.AC.UK/SECTORS/

0161 631 5555.

SECTORS WE WORK IN Apprenticeships at Salford City College deliver in a range of industry sectors, meaning the opportunities available for you are widespread. Our apprenticeship programmes are very successful; we have excellent partnerships with our employers and are always seeking dedicated applicants to become our next apprentices.

We offer apprenticeships in the following industry sectors and you can find out more about our specific apprenticeship programmes on pages 6-7 of this guide.

APPRENTICESHIPS

EXPLAINED WHAT ARE THEY? An apprenticeship is a job with training. It’s a real job, with hands-on experience.

You will have a contract of employment and an apprenticeship Apprenticeship training plan to support your development. This means that you will be working for a company, earning an income, and achieving a qualification with Salford City College. You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re 16 or 99, there’s no age limit.

WAGES As an apprentice, you will receive a salary for your apprenticeship. This applies to time working and time spent training as part of your apprenticeship. The wage applies to all apprentices regardless of age.

CHOOSING AN APPRENTICESHIP Apprenticeships are an excellent way to begin or progress in your career. We offer a wide range of apprenticeships at varying levels across a broad range of sectors.

You can view what programmes we offer on page 6-7.

Our Recruitment Team are on-hand to assist you in starting your apprentice journey with the College. Call our Recruitment Team on 0161 631 5555 or email apprenticeships@salfordcc.ac.uk.

7

DEGREE APPRENTICESHIP The level 7 Apprenticeship is the highest level of apprenticeship you can study in this country. The course provides you with a Level 7 qualification, which is the equivalent of a master’s degree, and you combine your studies with practical on-the-job work experience.

4/5 3 2

HIGHER APPRENTICESHIP These are equivalent to a first and second year of a university degree and you may carry out work involving management and organisational strategy. You will need to be in an appropriate job role to undertake the required skills for apprenticeships at this level.

LEVEL 3 STANDARD Depending on your skills and experience, you may start on a Level 3 programme, or you may complete a Level 2 first. Level 3 programmes usually involve taking on more responsibility in the workplace or carrying out more skilful work.

LEVEL 2 STANDARD This is typically the first step on the apprenticeship ladder. Level 2 apprenticeships are an excellent starting point and will allow you to progress onto higher levels as you gain experience. These programmes usually last between 12 - 18 months.

APPRENTICESHIP

LEVELS EXPLAINED

OUR APPRENTICESHIP

PROGRAMMES

BUSINESS, PROFESSIONAL & FINANCIAL SERVICES

CONSTRUCTION & THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

COURSE TITLE

LEVEL

COURSE TITLE

LEVEL

Business Administrator

3

Bricklayer

2

Customer Service Practitioner

2

3

Customer Service Specialist

3

Building Services Engineering Craftsperson

Data Technician

3

Building Services Engineering Installer

2

Digital Support Technician

3

Building Services Engineering Senior Technician

4

HR Support

3

Building Services Engineering Service & Maintenance Engineer

3

Building Services Engineering Technician

3

Carpentry & Joinery

2

Civil Engineering Technician

3

Civil Engineering Senior Technician

4

Construction Quantity Surveying Technician

4

Construction Site Supervisor

4

Information Communications Technician 3 Public Service Operational Delivery Office

3

School Business Professional

4

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT COURSE TITLE

LEVEL

Construction Support Technician

3

Associate Project Manager

4

Gas Engineering Operative

3

Operations Departmental Manager

5

Groundworker

2

Team Leader/Supervisor

3

2

Senior Leadership

7

Highways Maintenance Skilled Operative Installation Electrician & Maintenance Electrician

3

Painter & Decorator

2

Plasterer

2

Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician

2

EDUCATION & EARLY YEARS

HOSPITALITY & CATERING

COURSE TITLE

LEVEL

COURSE TITLE

LEVEL

Assessor Coach

4

Hospitality Manager

4

Children, Young People & Families Manager

5

Hospitality Team Manager

2

Children, Young People & Families Practitioner

4

Production Chef

2

Senior Production Chef

3

Early Years Educator

3

Early Years Lead Practitioner

5

Early Years Practitioner

2

Learning & Development Practitioner

3

Teaching Assistant

3

HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE COURSE TITLE

LEVEL

Adult Care Worker

2

Early Intervention Practitioner

4

Lead Adult Care Worker

3

Leader in Adult Care

5

Lead Practitioner in Adult Care

4

CONTACT US TODAY: 0161 631 5555 APPRENTICESHIPS@SALFORDCC.AC.UK WWW.SALFORDCC.AC.UK SCAN HERE TO VIEW OUR WEBSITE:

SCC

GROUP EDUCATION FOR A SUCCESSFUL FUTURE