Following the council’s budget approval on Thursday, Council Leader Cllr Duff said:

“We are proud to invest £1.5 million over the next three years to expand our Modern and Graduate Apprenticeship programmes.

“Apprenticeships are key to developing our workforce—helping us train new staff, upskill existing employees, and give valuable opportunities for young people to kick-start their careers with the council. By investing in apprenticeships, we’re building a strong and skilled workforce for the future." 

In 2025/2026, we’ll: 

• support services in creating traineeships and career grade structures for career pathways

• refresh graduate apprenticeships guidance to align with our ambitions to develop our young workforce and provide career development opportunities

• pay modern apprentices at least the real living wage. 

This investment makes sure young people have the chance to join the council in a range of exciting job opportunities with clear career pathways and the support they need to succeed. 

Katrina recently completed her Modern Apprenticeship in Business Administration (SCQF Level 6) and secured a full-time role with the council, proving how apprenticeships can lead to great career opportunities.

You can read more about Katrina's journey on our Angus Skills and Employability Facebook page. 

Rae, a Business Administration apprentice with Laird’s in Forfar, discovered that admin roles aren’t just about desk work!

Working in health and safety, she had the incredible opportunity to visit sites—including pressing the button for a quarry explosion (link to Angus Skills and Employability Facebook page)!  

Hayden, an apprentice with our Angus Skills and Employability team, shares his experience and what he loves most about his apprenticeship in this video clip (on Developing the Young Workforce - Tay Cities Facebook page), showing how hands-on learning can lead to a rewarding career.