Home » Apprenticeships Apprenticeships Earn while you learn with #thecareercollege About Apprenticeships What are they? How do I start? Getting hired As an apprentice Apprenticeships give you an opportunity to learn and gain a recognised qualification whilst you work. All apprenticeships are paid and you will be expected to work for a minimum of 30 hours a week, which includes the time you spend at college. You will spend most of your time within your workplace and the rest of your training will be provided by the College normally on a one day a week basis, although variations can apply according to the programme. There is no upper age limit to become an apprentice but you need to be at least 16. To become an apprentice you will need to apply for an apprenticeship job vacancy or speak to a business and have them take you on as an apprentice. We can support you through this process helping you with CV writing, interview tips and speaking to the business about the benefits of employing an apprentice. We work with hundreds of employers every year developing vacancies and helping them recruit a workforce that will boost their business. We have a wide range of apprenticeships available and specialise in different subjects across our campuses. We specialise in a wide range of apprenticeships in construction, engineering, motor vehicle, marine, digital technology, catering, hair, early years, business, accounting and more across Cornwall and Devon. If you don’t find the right vacancy contact our recruitment team on 0330 123 4785 or e-mail apprenticeships@cornwall.ac.uk They can then let you know about any vacancies that fit your interests in the future. There is a whole support network around you that will help you thrive and succeed in your chosen career. Once you are an apprentice, this useful guide will help you on your journey. GO TO APPRENTICE SUPPORT GUIDE Current Vacancies Equine Groom Apprentice with Lowton Livery and Rehabilitation Closing date: December 8, 2021 As an Equine Groom Apprentice, you will be part of our team who manage the daily care and provide treatment for the horses we have at our yard. High standards of care and welfare are para VIEW APPRENTICESHIP Equine Groom Apprentice with Sirona Therapeutic Horsemanship Cio Closing date: January 7, 2022 The ideal candidate must be someone who is willing to work across 5 days including 2 hours on Saturdays and is positive and open minded. The main duties include; Mucking out and field maintenance – VIEW APPRENTICESHIP Plastering Apprentice with Bird Plastering Closing date: December 12, 2021 Bird Plastering are offering a fantastic opportunity to join their team as a Plastering Apprentice. This is a great opportunity to learn some new skills and gain an insight into the industry. General VIEW APPRENTICESHIP Hospitality Team Member Apprentice with Tregenna Castle Closing date: November 12, 2021 Tregenna Castle are offering an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Hospitality Team Member Apprentice. Duties will include: Waiting / Front of House duties Taking bookings Taking orders Fo VIEW APPRENTICESHIP Commis Chef Apprentice with Tregenna Castle Closing date: December 12, 2021 Tregenna Castle are offering an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Commis Chef Apprentice. Duties will include: Food preparation Food service Health and Safety Safer food / kitchen document VIEW APPRENTICESHIP Teaching Assistant Apprentice with Curious School of the Wild Closing date: December 12, 2021 This is a unique and exciting opportunity to gain an apprenticeship whilst working outdoors with children in all weathers! You will be involved in all manner of things in a supportive and creativ VIEW APPRENTICESHIP SEE ALL VACANCIES 15000 APPRENTICES SUPPORTED IN THE LAST 10 YEARS 1500+ EMPLOYERS CHOOSE US TO DELIVER THEIR APPRENTICESHIPS EVERY YEAR 75% OF OUR APPRENTICES ARE AGED 19+ Figures are approximate and correct as of August 2021. FAQs Do I get paid? Yes, all apprentices are paid. The minimum wage for apprentices aged 16-18 is £4.30 per hour. However you will earn significantly more as you progress through your qualifications (depending on the career route you choose). If you are an apprentice aged 19+ you will start at £4.30 per hour for the first year and then go on to the national minimum wage and progress from there. If you are already employed and start an apprenticeship, your wage should not change. Do I have to pay anything to become an apprentice? How many hours a week do I have to work? Is there an age limit for apprenticeships? How long does an apprenticeship take? What time of year can I start? Can I do an apprenticeship with my current employer? What are the new Apprenticeship Standards? How do I apply for a vacancy? SEE APPRENTICESHIP VACANCIES Watch John Evans – our Principal & Chief Exec. – talk about his apprenticeship journey! Click to accept marketing cookies and enable this content SEE VACANCIES Call Us 0330 123 4785 Email apprenticeships@cornwall.ac.uk Are you an employer looking to take on an apprentice? Find out more here. Sign up to our Apprenticeship Newsletter We work with thousands of local employers to find them their perfect apprentice. Subscribe and we’ll email you our latest apprenticeship vacancies. You can un-subscribe whenever you like. SUBSCRIBE HERE! Apprenticeship Recruitment Service Haven’t seen anything for you right now? Register with our Apprenticeship Recruitment Service and we’ll send you the latest vacancies that suit your profile, when they become available. 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