ABOUT US
• Add you to our ever growing Talent bank to receive first glance at new apprenticeship vacancies
Sussex Downs College is the largest provider of further education in East Sussex delivering high quality education, training and skills for young adults entering the job market for the first time, entrepreneurs establishing new businesses and employers seeking to develop the skills of their current workforce.
• If you meet the criteria and are actively staying in contact with us we will push you forward for any suitable vacancies that arise
Apprenticeships are having a moment in the limelight, and deservedly so. This brochure should give you all the information you need to know about how they work and how you go about securing that all important job to get you started in your career, or how you can enhance your current job role with an Apprenticeship qualification. What can we do for you? We are here to listen, support, advise and ultimately help you to find an apprenticeship vacancy. Here is a taste of the things that we can do for you: • Give you all the information you need around apprenticeships that are available both through the college and nationally • Support you in sourcing your own apprenticeship by providing you with a template CV and cover letter • If you already have an employer, speak with them and guide them through the process of turning your role into an Apprenticeship
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• Help you to make sure your application is as good as it can be Why use Sussex Downs College? • We are established - we currently provide high quality training to over half of the county’s young people and currently have over 1000 apprentices on programme • We offer quality - Our timely success rates for apprenticeships are above the national average • We know our product – when it comes to apprenticeships, our extensive team of assessors and tutors all come with industry experience and expertise • We have great links with our local employers – meaning that we are constantly looking to generate new vacancies and other opportunities for you to apply for