Its National Apprenticeship Week 10 to 16 February,
On 10 February we will be producing our Special Bulletin for all you need to know about Apprenticeships in your area, ahead of this we have highlighted below a few events.
Upcoming Apprenticeship Events
Elevated Knowledge Engineering Apprenticeship and Skill centre
Open Day Flyer
Wednesday 12 February 2025, 10am to 7.30pm
Offering engineering training and engineering apprenticeships to initiate careers and support skilled engineers in enhancing their expertise.
Southway Housing
Pathways to Employment Event flyer
Thursday 13 February, 10.30am to 1.30pm
To celebrate National Apprenticeship week 2025 Southway Housing and Manchester City Councils Work and Skills team are holding a Pathways to Employment Event. Come along to find out more about apprenticeships and career opportunities from a wide range of employers and providers.
Southway Housing Southern Gate 729 Princess Road, M20
Manchester Metropolitan University
Celebrating Excellence in Degree Apprenticeships
Friday 14 February, 11am to 2pm
Free admission, book to attend
As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2025, MMU will highlight the achievements of their apprentices, employer partners, and university team who have collaborated to drive innovation in education and the workplace.
The day will feature inspiring speakers, engaging discussions, and opportunities to connect with leaders in the apprenticeship sector.
Join us to celebrate a decade of the transformational impact of degree apprenticeships, and explore the future of skills development.
 PlanBEE
Construct Your Career In Manchester
PlanBEE Manchester is a unique higher apprenticeship programme in Design, Construction and Management.
From the moment you join, you'll be a valuable member of the team, working for some of the city’s leading employers. With a starting salary of circa £21k+ per year, you’ll also benefit from a pension plan and a generous holiday entitlement every year.
You’ll be working on a range of projects across the City of Manchester and wider region including:
- Our Town Hall project
- The Factory arts venue
- Next phase of projects in Ancoats and New Islington:
- Eliza Yard
- Ancoats Mobility Hub
- Jersey Wharf
- Stepping Hill Hospital Redevelopment
- Health Centres across Oldham
- Projects at Royal Bolton Hospital
You will complete a Higher Apprenticeship programme in Design, Construction and Management, underpinned by HNC/D, providing a pathway to progression at a wide range of universities. You’ll spend one day a week studying and developing your knowledge in building design and performance through a combination of lectures, tutorials, field work and site visits.
The programme lasts 2 years and offers a real alternative to full-time university. It will help you forge careers in a variety of roles which will change and evolve as your career progresses.
Entry requirements:
- This programme is open to anyone aged 18 and over with a passion for design, construction and leadership.
- You should have already completed GCSE (Level 2) and A Level (or equivalent Level 3) study and eligible to apply for university level study in the UK.
- You need 3 A Levels at grade C and above or a BTEC Extended Diploma (averaging merits/distinctions), or the equivalent of 96 UCAS points plus GCSE Maths, Science and English at grade 4 (C) or above.
- You must also be living at a Manchester City Council postcode or attend a Manchester school or college to apply for the programme.
Applications for September 2025 are now open for PlanBEE Manchester
Apprenticeships are for people of any working age.
You can learn new skills whilst you earn.
Apprenticeships - what do the different levels mean?
Intermediate (Level 2) Apprenticeship
An intermediate (level 2) apprenticeship is equivalent to five good GCSE passes
Advanced Level (Level 3) Apprenticeship
An advanced apprenticeship is equivalent to two A Level passes
Higher (Level 4/5) Apprenticeships
Level 4 apprenticeships are equivalent to a foundation degree
Degree (Level 6/7 Apprenticeship)
Degree Apprenticeships are equivalent to a bachelor's degree (Level 6) or a master's degree (Level 7)
Higher Level and Degree Apprenticeships
LUBRIZOL LIMITED
Laboratory Scientist Degree Apprentice
Lubrizol Limited have an exciting opportunity to join their Scientists at Blackley who develop speciality chemicals to improve the aesthetics and durability of inks, coatings and composites. You’ll complete a Level 6 Laboratory Scientist apprenticeship over 4 years, receiving on the job training and development alongside studying for a BSc Honours degree.
Hours: 40
Salary: £16,000
Closing Date: 16 February
CUNDALL LIMITED
Electrical Apprentice
Mechanical Apprentice
Location: Manchester Apprenticeship: Building Services Design Engineer (Level 6) Training Provider: Leeds Beckett University.
Hours: 37
Salary: £14,526
Closing Date: 23 February
VODAFONE LIMITED
UK 2025 MES Network Engineer Apprenticeship
Start your career at Vodafone, embrace new advancements and they'll develop your skills. With hands-on education, real-world qualifications, and programmes covering an array of new and exciting business areas.
Hours: 37
Salary: £24,640
Closing Date: 28 February
TROWERS & HAMLINS LLP
Solicitor Apprenticeship
TROWERS & HAMLINS LLP are pleased to offer their first-ever Solicitor Apprenticeship programme. During the first four years of the programme, you will complete your law degree. In the final two years, you will complete the Solicitors Qualifying Examination, all while being exposed to a wide variety of departments.
Hours:40
Salary: 23,000
Closing Date: 3 March
WSP UK LIMITED
Rail Engineering Degree Apprenticeship - Manchester (Rail Engineering Services)
Their community of over 9,000 employees design and deliver projects such as skyscrapers, train stations, carbon emission reduction and highways that help shape the environment.
Hours: 37
Salary: £21, 000
Closing Date: 31 March
WSP UK LIMITED
Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
You will work on local and national projects with a team of experts. The team undertakes design, assessments, inspections, maintenance, asset management and supervision of Civil Engineering structures such as walls, culverts, tunnels and more.
Hours: 37
Salary: £21,000
Closing date: 31 March
Amazing Apprenticeships have a new section to make it easier for you to find out about higher level and degree apprenticeships
Explore 220+ nationwide Higher and Degree apprenticeship vacancies in their latest edition of the Higher & Degree listing 2024
Discover vacancy details from over 40 employers, including:
- Vacancy locations
- Salary information
- Direct application links
Intermediate and Advanced Level Apprenticeships
D-Energi
🆕Sales Support Administrator Apprentice
D-Energi apprenticeship program is well established and gives you the essential skills to build a thriving and rewarding career us. You will gain all the skills you need to excel. We’ll provide you with a comprehensive induction programme, with coaching and training as part of your personal development plan.
Hours: 37 hours 30 minutes
Salary: £22,308
Closing Date: 14 February
BRAYLEYS CARS LIMITED
Brand Ambassador Apprenticeship
Remit Group are recruiting on behalf of Brayley's Nissan for a Nissan Brand Ambassador Apprentice. You’ll benefit from extensive training whilst gaining hands on work experience. You’ll be supported in studying for the Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner Apprenticeship Programme which is a nationally recognised qualification.
Hours: 40
Salary: £18, 000
Closing Date: 14 February
IRWIN MITCHELL LLP
Business Administration Apprentice
This is an opportunity to join one of the largest national law firms in the UK. You will be supporting the busy Personal Assistant Team acting as one of the key communication routes with clients and other areas of the business (especially Group Services).
Hours: 35
Salary: £21,840
Closing Date: 17 February
Co-op Academies Trust
ICT Technician Apprentice
You will have the opportunity to gain valuable skills, knowledge and experience as you complete an IT systems and Networking - Cloud Support Specialist - Level 3 Apprenticeship. Duties will include working towards a Level 3 qualification in an IT-related subject.
Hours: 37 hours 30 minutes
Salary: £24,404
Closing date 17 February
AtkinsRéalis
Information Manager Apprentice
AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organisation with over 80 years of design, engineering and project management expertise. They are looking for a Information Manager Apprentice to be a part of the future of design and engineering.
Hours: 40
Salary: £22,000
Closing Date: 20 February
ASK Italian
Senior Production Chef
As an ASK Italian Apprentice, they’ll give you a bespoke level 3 apprenticeship programme to launch your career with ASK Italian. They will teach you all about their business with the opportunity to gain a full time Sous Chef Role.
Hours: 30
Salary: £17,846
Closing Date: 28 February
ZURICH EMPLOYMENT SERVICES LIMITED
🆕Data Apprenticeship 2025 – Retail Underwriting
The Portfolio Support Team helps to manage the Regions Mid-Market underwriting portfolio across all business lines. They set strategies, analyse data, provide business insights and give technical support to underwriters. This is a permanent role, your apprenticeship is just the start of your career.
Hours: 35
Salary: £23,387
Closing Date: 23 March
To find more apprenticeship opportunities at all levels, and for people of all ages, search on the find an apprenticeship website.
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