National Apprenticeship Week
Between 5th and 9th February, we are celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2024, with the theme being “Skills for Life” this year.
This annual event is dedicated to spotlighting the incredible value of apprenticeships and their positive impact on individuals, businesses, and the broader economy.
Through engaging activities, webinars and events, we’ll shed light on the diverse world of apprenticeships and inspire you to explore this rewarding path.
National Apprenticeships Week
5th – 11th February 2024
What’s on during National Apprenticeships Week?
Monday 5th February
9:00am: Online event
Thales explores roles in aerospace, defence, space, and digital. Join the session to navigate apprenticeships in these exciting fields.
Register here for the Thales apprenticeship event
11:00am – 12:00pm: In person event
What is an apprenticeship? A guide for beginners with Lisa Partridge, Career Coach.
Call into the careers lounge at Rotherham College for a chat.
11:00am: Online event
Standard Chartered delves into roles in banking and finance. Discover apprenticeship opportunities and learn while you earn.
Register here for the Standard Chartered apprenticeship event
12.00pm – 1.30pm: In person event
Simon, Senior Skills Consultant, is hosting a drop-in session in Wentworth Reception at Rotherham College with employer guest Mears PLC. Come say hello and learn about the range of apprenticeship opportunities available.
1:00pm: Online event
BT Group (EE, Plusnet, BT, Openreach) presents apprenticeship opportunities.
Register for BT Group’s event on the Festival of Apprenticeships website
1:00pm: Online event
York St John University explores degree apprenticeships. Unlocking Futures with apprenticeship sessions.
Register here for York St John University’s Unlocking Futures event
1:30pm: Online event
Manchester Metropolitan University highlights apprenticeship opportunities.
Register for Manchester Metropolitan University’s event on the Festival of Apprenticeships website
3:00pm: Online event
Roche explores diverse roles in research, digital, engineering, HR, business and finance. Learn about apprenticeship opportunities at this global pharmaceutical company.
Register here for the Roche apprenticeship event
5:00pm: Online event
JLR (Jaguar Land Rover) explores roles beyond technical innovation, including finance, supply chain and digital. Discover exceptional apprenticeship opportunities.
Register here for JLR’s apprenticeship event
In addition to the organised events, we will seamlessly integrate the National Apprenticeship Week theme into our curriculum. Teachers will lead discussions about apprenticeships in their classes, while students will be encouraged to research and present on various apprenticeship opportunities.
Tuesday 6th February
9:00am: Online event
The British Army invites you to discover the range of apprenticeships offered. Celebrate National Apprenticeship Week with valuable insights.
Register here for the British Army apprenticeship event
11:00am: Online event
Minerals Matter explores roles in surveying land, extracting minerals, and using them for various industries. Explore careers in an industry that shapes the world around us.
Register here for the Minerals Matter careers event
11:00am: Online event
Buckle up for “Redefining Innovation: Inside the World of Amazon’s Tech Apprenticeships” career session. Amazon experts will guide you through cutting-edge opportunities in engineering and technology! Speak with your course tutor to arrange this session.
12:00pm: Online event
JTL showcases engineering, manufacturing, and building services apprenticeships.
Register for the JTL event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
12:30pm: Online event
Severn Trent Water presents apprenticeship opportunities in hands-on and office-based roles. Register for the Severn Trent Water event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
1:00pm: Online event
The Mace Group introduces construction apprenticeships.
Register for The Mace Group’s event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
1:00pm: Online event
WSP focuses on engineering apprenticeships. Gain insights into their degree apprenticeship programme.
Register here for the WSP Degree Apprenticeship event
1:30pm: Online event
Travis Perkins, a distributor of building materials, presents apprenticeship opportunities.
Register for the Travis Perkins event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
3:00pm: Online event
BAE Systems explores engineering and technology careers. Discover what’s possible with apprenticeships at BAE.
Register here for the BAE Systems apprenticeship event
5:00pm: Online event
Babcock, an international defence company, discusses engineering and technology careers. Let’s talk apprenticeships with Babcock.
Register here for the Babcock apprenticeship event
In addition to the organised events, we will seamlessly integrate the National Apprenticeship Week theme into our curriculum. Teachers will lead discussions about apprenticeships in their classes, while students will be encouraged to research and present on various apprenticeship opportunities.
Wednesday 7th February
9:00am – 12:00pm: In person event
Applying for apprenticeships with Lisa Partridge from the careers team. Call into the careers lounge at Rotherham College for a chat.
9:00am: Online event
PwC explores apprenticeships in technology, business, and finance. Understand your apprenticeship options at PwC.
Register here for PwC’s apprenticeship event
10:00am – 11:00am: Online event
NHS hosts an Apprenticeship Discovery Session to explore wider job roles, not only in health, medical, or social care but also in business administration and digital. Speak with your course tutor to arrange this session. Speak with your course tutor to arrange this session.
12:00pm: Online event
EY (Ernst and Young) showcases apprenticeships in corporate finance, HR, industry strategy, and finance.
Register for the EY event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
12.30pm: In person event
Lorraine represents RNN Group at New York Stadium’s Apprenticeship Fair in Rotherham. Come along and explore a diverse range of local apprenticeships.
12:30pm: Online event
Kaplan explores apprenticeships in finance, accountancy, data and IT.
Register for the Kaplan event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
1:00pm: Online event
Bloomberg discusses apprenticeships in finance.
Register for the Bloomberg event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
1:00pm: Online event
Aldi presents apprenticeships in stores, logistics, driving, and buying roles. Kickstart your career with an Aldi apprenticeship.
Register here for the Aldi apprenticeships event
1:30pm: Online event
Learn how to become a solicitor through an apprenticeship.
Register for the solicitor apprenticeship event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
3:00pm: Online event
Mace explores opportunities in property and the built environment, from developing projects to consultation and construction. Find your place at Mace.
Register here for the Mace apprenticeshp event
5:00pm: Online event
National Grid presents apprenticeships in engineering. Explore opportunities at National Grid.
Register here for National Grid apprenticeship event
6:00pm – 7:00pm: Online event
Parents and carers, are you curious about apprenticeships for your children? Join the D2N2 Careers Hub “Let’s Talk Apprenticeships” online session, where we will bust myths, navigate applications, and showcase local opportunities.
Register here for D2N2 Careers Hub apprenticeship event
7:00pm – 7:45pm: Online event
South Yorkshire Apprenticeship Hub hosts an online broadcast.
Register here for the South Yorkshire Apprenticeship Hub online broadcast
In addition to the organised events, we will seamlessly integrate the National Apprenticeship Week theme into our curriculum. Teachers will lead discussions about apprenticeships in their classes, while students will be encouraged to research and present on various apprenticeship opportunities.
Thursday 8th February
9:30am: Online event
Tune into the “Infinite Horizons: Shaping the Future through Digital Apprenticeships with Kaplan and IBM” career session. Industry leaders will open doors to the ever-evolving digital landscape. Speak with your course tutor to arrange this session.
11:00am: Online event
National Rail explores HR and engineering roles. Building futures on track – explore apprenticeships with Network Rail.
Register here for the National Rail apprenticeship event
12:00pm: Online event
Virgin Media and O2 present apprenticeship opportunities.
Register for the Virgin Media and O2 sessions via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
12:30pm: Online event
Alston showcases apprenticeships in railway infrastructure.
Register for the Alston event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
1:00pm – 4:00pm: Online event
Doncaster GTA in Doncaster allows you to meet employers from the motor trade sector and learn about their apprenticeships.
Take a look at the Doncaster GTA website for more Information
1:00pm: Online event
HS2 discusses apprenticeship opportunities.
Register for the HS2 event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
1:00pm: Online event
Galliford Construction invites you to build your future with a Galliford Try apprenticeship.
Register here for the Galliford Construction apprenticeship event
1:30pm: Online event
Tarmac explores apprenticeships in construction materials, road contracting, and building products.
Register for the Tarmac event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
3:00pm: Online event
IBM discusses apprenticeship opportunities. Learn about apprenticeship possibilities at IBM.
Register here for the IBM apprenticeship event
5:00pm: Online event
Bentley Motors explores research, design, and production of luxury cars. Accelerate your career with an apprenticeship at Bentley Motors.
Register here for the Bentley Motors apprenticeship event
6:00pm: In person event
RNN Group is hosting its annual Apprenticeship Award Ceremony at The Wharncliffe Restaurant in Rotherham. Outstanding winners across seven “Apprentice of the Year” and four “Employer of the Year” categories will be revealed. Keep an eye out on social media for announcements. Good luck to all our students!
7:30pm: Online event
RAF (Royal Air Force) – Find out about all the apprenticeships and roles.
Register here for the RAF apprenticeship event
In addition to the organised events, we will seamlessly integrate the National Apprenticeship Week theme into our curriculum. Teachers will lead discussions about apprenticeships in their classes, while students will be encouraged to research and present on various apprenticeship opportunities.
Friday 9th February
9:00am: Online event
Zurich Insurance welcomes you to the world of insurance. Explore apprenticeship opportunities in the insurance industry.
Register for the Zurich apprenticeship event now
12:00pm: Online event
NHS offers insights into apprenticeship opportunities.
Register for the NHS event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
12:30pm: Online event
Amazon presents the A-Z of apprenticeships.
Register for the Amazon event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
1:00pm: Online event
Sage discusses apprenticeships in sales, marketing, finance, and technology. Navigate success and unlock your potential with Sage apprenticeships.
Register here for the Sage apprenticeship event
1:30pm: Online event
Compass Group offers food and support service apprenticeships.
Register for the Compass Group event via the Festival of Apprenticeships website
In addition to the organised events, we will seamlessly integrate the National Apprenticeship Week theme into our curriculum. Teachers will lead discussions about apprenticeships in their classes, while students will be encouraged to research and present on various apprenticeship opportunities.
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93%
…of apprentices remain employed on completion
2.2m
…people have started an apprenticeship since 2015
80%
…of an apprentice’s time is spent in the workplace and 20% doing off-the-job learning