All students seeking employment this summer should register on the National apprenticeship website. Apprenticeships.org.uk This enables you to search for apprenticeships
Not Going to University is a national website aimed at students not going to university. A lot of major companies use this website to advertise their vacancies.
The Big Choice advertises vacancies for Graduates and College leavers as well as summer jobs.
Wakefield Met District Council have announced this year's apprenticeship opportunities in the following areas. Administration, IT Project work, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Civil Engineering Technician, General Construction Operatives,Electrician, Gas and Heating and Ventilation Fitter,Joiner, Roofer and Horticulture. Vacancy posted 18/5/2012 Closing date 6 June
Trainee Database Manager/Assistant Buyer An Ossett based company Monaghan Planck are looking for someone with strong excel skills in particular. They will need to have strong communication skills and be motivated and enthusiastic. Approx salary £12,000 Initial selection will be through a local recruitment company. Please see a member of the Careers team for further details asap. Vacancy posted 10/5/12
Trainee Software Engineer. A local company is looking to recruit a young person who has studied either Maths, Physics or IT to train to become a Trainee Software Programmer. You must have a serious interest in working in IT. The company is based near Xscape . Initial selection will be through a local recruitment company. Please see a member of the Careers team for further details asap. Vacancy posted 6/5/12
Yorkshire Ambulance Service.
Have a very interesting and rare opportunity for a College leaver to work in Multimedia technology working for the Yorkshire Ambulance NHS Trust within the Education and Traning Team. The successful applicant will assist the team in the development of multimedia (Filming, podcasts, forums, VLE development etc) that will support education and training within the Trust.If interested please apply asap. Official closing date 11/5/12. However, the NHS often stop taking applicants after they receive a certain number of applications.Vacancy posted 6/5/12
They also have 5 Apprentice Drivers 1 in Bradford, 1 in Hull and 3 in Sheffield. You must have held a clean Driving Licence for 12 Months. Official closing date 13/5/12. However, the NHS often stop taking applicants after they receive a certain number of applications. Vacancy posted 6/5/12
Essential Recruitment we have been told by a local recruitment company called Training Essentials of two possible apprenticeships. The first vacancy is for a Marketing Assistant and the second vacancy is for a Technical Assistant. Please see a member of the Careers team for more details. Vacancy posted 30/4/2012
AVIVA Insurance are looking for 2 Trainee Trading Underwriters in Leeds. You must be predicted in the region of 300 UCAS points –BBB/ABC/AAD/A*B/D for example. Further details from a member of the Careers Team. Please apply asap. Vacancy posted 20/4/12
Marks and Spencer Trainee Retail Management. Applicants must expect to achieve 2 A levels. Vacancy posted 18 April. Please apply asap. Closing date expected to be early June but may be before this date.
Croda is a global leader in speciality chemicals, Croda is the name behind some of the world’s biggest brands providing practical, environmentally minded solutions to the problems of everyday life. In 36 countries, our 3,200 employees work to improve a diverse range of markets - from personal and health care, to home care and plastics.They have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Scientist within their Home Care team at Cowick Hall near Goole. The main purpose of this position is to carry out lab based research projects designed by our Application Scientists. This is an ideal development opportunity for you if you would like to receive some practical laboratory experience whilst being sponsored through a part time degree course by the Company.To be a successful candidate, you will be educated to A-level standard or equivalent within a scientific related subject area. You will be keen to take your studies further as well as developing your existing laboratory skills. You must demonstrate a keen eye for detail as well as a systematic approach to solving problems. You will be required to work as part of a team which will demand a good level of communication skills as well as adaptability. Vacancy posted 4 April. Closing Date 18 May.
YPO provide a professional procurement service for all public sector goods and services. They have a Business Admin apprenticeship and a Warehousing and Logistics apprenticeship.
Sainsburys. Trainee Management programme. Students will need to achieve at least 2 A level grades above C. They will be open for applications between 9 th April and 22 April. Vacancy posted 18 March
Leeds Dental Hospital are offering Advanced Level Apprenticeships in Dental Nursing. Vacancy posted 14/3/2012 Closing date 30/3/12
Close Brothers
2012 School Leaver Programme Close Brothers was established in 1878 and today employs over
2,500 people, principally in the UK. Close Brothers is a specialist financial services group which makes
loans, trades securities and provides advice and investment management solutions to a wide range of clients.
About the Programme As part of the School Leaver Programme you will join the CloseBrothers’ Banking division. Within this area you will be involved with providing specialist financial services to small and medium-sized
businesses and individuals.Across the intensive development programme you will rotate across
various teams to widen your knowledge through on-the-job training and support to grow into a future management position. During the programme you will also have the opportunity to study towards a professional qualification to further equip you with skills and expertise to develop your career.
They are looking for
• Drive and ambition
• Strong communication skills
• Interpersonal skills – Positive ‘can-do attitude’
• Strong GCSE & A-level grades
Application Process: To apply, you must submit an online application at www.cbschoolleaver.gtios.com
Application Deadline: 23rd April 2012
Start Date: January 2013
Location: We have opportunities based across London,
Tolworth, Doncaster & Hove Vacancy 12/3/2012
Leeds Teaching Hospital are looking for an Apprentice Pharmacy Technician to start in September.Applicants must have an interest in Science and GCSE's above grade C in Maths, English and Science. Other local hospital trusts are likely to advertise in the near future. Further details from a member of the Careers Team. Please apply as soon as possible. Closing date 26/3/2012 Vacancy posted 8/3/2012
David Sykes Electrical Ltd of Whitley Bridge are looking to recruit an Apprentice Electrician to begin in late August. Applicants must have grade C or above in GCSE Maths, English and Science. They must be able to get to Whitley Bridge for early in the morning. Therefore applicants must live close by or have their own means of transport. Block release training will be at Doncaster College. Applicants must not be colour blind. Salary will be in line with JIB rates
If you are interested please apply asap with a letter of application and a two page CV to
Andy Sykes
The Maltings
Whitley Bridge
Yorkshire
DN14 OHH
Vacancy posted 6/3/2012
Network Rail have opened their apprenticeship recruitment. Network Rail Advanced Engineering Apprenticeships
have engineering apprenticeships in the following areas:
Electrification and Plant
Overhead Line
Signalling
Telecoms
Track
Applicants need to have minimum of 4 GCSEs at C or above to include Maths, English and Science or Engineering. Apply online via website: www.networkrail.co.uk/careers
NB First year is spent at training centre in Hampshire and then at different locations across the country.
Please apply asap. Vacancy posted 29/2/12
Leeds Teaching Hospital
are looking to recruit motivated, caring and committed individuals for the Apprentice Clinical Support Worker role.
The apprenticeship programme is a six to twelve month, full-time (37.5hrs per week) fixed-term contract that provides an ideal opportunity to gain the necessary knowledge and skills in readiness for a Band 2 Clinical Support Worker post. We have start dates throughout the year, subject to demand and capacity. Provisionally they are:
30th April 2012
23rd July 2012
3rd September 2012
12th November 2012
Vacancy posted 27/2/2012 Please follow the link above for application details. Vacancy closed 6/3/2012 Students looking for this type of work should regularly check the NHS Jobs website
Royal Mail Leeds have vacancies for Apprentice Engineers and Apprentice Vehicle technicians. Vacancy posted 20/2/12. Closing date 23/2/12 Please apply immediately.
RedBull Formula 1 Racing are searching to find the next generation of Formula One Engineers and are offering ten aspiring engineers the chance to complete a recognised UK NVQ Level 3 Apprenticeship under the wings of the Formula One World Champions, Red Bull Racing. Vacancy posted 9/2/12. Please apply as soon as possible.
SSE are recruiting Apprentice Engineers. Please follow the link for further details. Vacancy posted 9/2/12 Closing date 18 March (Ferrybridge may not be recruiting this year)
Wakefield District Housing have announced their 2012 apprenticeship programme. They have vacancies in Roofing, Groundwork, Landscape Gardening and Office work. Interested students should go on the WDH website and read allinformation carefully. Vacancy posted 9/2/12. Closing date 7 March
Grant Thornton are recruiting Audit Trainee's at their Sheffield and Leeds Office. You must expect to gain at least 3 C equivalent at A level and have at least grades B in Maths and English GCSE. Vacancy posted 9/2/12
RSM Tenon are looking to recruit an Accounting Technician Trainee. They are looking for enthusiastic high calibre GCSE A Level students, who are quick to learn and keen to grow with us. You will possess a minimum of 280 UCAS points; 2 B’s and 1 C grade, (excluding general studies) or a relevant industry qualification and will have 12 GCSE’s at grade A-C. RSM Tenon are regarded as one of the most progressive and entrepreneurial professional services firms in the UK today. They are the UK’s 7th largest accounting firm, with leadership in the provision of business advisory, risk management, tax, recovery and financial management. Vacancy Posted 1/2/12
Key Dates
Closing Date For Applications 24/02/2012
Interview Begin From 12/03/2012
Possible Start Date 06/08/2012
Unilever are looking for Research and Development Apprentices. It is a 5 year full time scheme + a starting salary of £14.992 per annum. Successful applicants will research and develop some of the world’s leading deodorant brands such as Lynx, Sure, Impulse and Dove. Use your scientific or technical curiosity to improve how products work and appeal to customers. Interact and work with people from all over the world.You complete a Foundation Degree during your first 3 years, and then in Years 4 and 5 you complete a BEng or BSc depending on whether your chosen core function is Packaging Development (Mechanical Engineering), Process Development (Chemical Engineering) or Formulation Development (chemistry).You must have at least 2 Science ‘A’ Levels at Grade B (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Physics and/or Maths preferred. You should have a scientific/technical passion, ability and potential and strong numerate literacy, with clear written and verbal communication skills. To apply log onto www.unilever.co.uk/careers then click onto “experienced professionals” and then “vacancies in the uk”, closing date is Friday 27th January.
Vacancy Posted 20/1/12. Closing date 27/1/12
British Gas are looking for Trainee Engineering Technicians. (Known as Smart Energy Experts) Vacancy posted 22/12/12. It may be early in the new year when application may be possible
National Grid are looking to recruit Advanced Apprentices. Vacancies available in Wakefield, Pontefract and Leeds. Vacancy posted 22/12/11
Deloitte are looking to recruit A level students who expect to achieve approx 300/320 UCAS points. Deloitte provide audit,consulting,financial advisory and tax services. Apply under their Bright Start-School leavers programme. Vacancy posted 22/12/11
Morrisons Are looking to recruit Trainee Managers in their Manufacturing section. Applicants will be sponsored for a part-time degree in Management and Business as part of their training. Please note this is not Retail Management it is in Manufacturing and Production Management. Students will need to gain at least BCC in their A levels.Posted 26/11/11
Tesco Have advertised their Trainee Management programme. Students will need to achieve 180points. Approx DDD from 3 A levels or BC from 2 A levels Vacancy posted 12 November
Barclays Bank Retail Development Programme is open for applicants. Students must expect to gain at least 240 UCAS points at A level. Further details from the Careers team. Vacancy posted 7 November
Gordons Solicitors in Leeds and Bradford have five vacancies for Trainee Legal Executives to start next August. Minimum qualifications 3 B's or above at A level. Vacancy posted 24/10/11. Last year Gordons recruited 4 NEW College students. Vacancy posted 24/10/11 Gordons have decided to keep their application deadline open until the end of April. Update posted 22/2/12
PriceWaterhouseCoopers are recruiting students in either Assurance or Public Services Assurance and you can expect to qualify as Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) within four years. They expect at least 280 UCAS points (approx BBC) No closing date but early application advised. Vacancy posted 24/10/11
KPMG have developed an innovative 6 year programme that offers the opportunity to get a job in our audit team, obtain an accounting degree at Birmingham, Durham or Exeter University, and become a fully qualified chartered accountant with the ICAEW or ICAS. Entry requirements Grades ABB at A Level, plus a B in GCSE Maths and a B in GCSE English Language (or equivalent) Vacancy posted 24/10/11
Ernst and Young have launched a five year training scheme as an alternative to university for aspiring accountants. Students must expect to gain at least 3 B's at A level. Further details from the Careers team. Vacancy posted 12 September.