NEW Foundation Apprenticeships
Sector overview
Foundation apprenticeships are employed positions and are for younger people who will benefit from a wide range of experiences. Each foundation apprenticeship provides a mix of employability skills and behaviours, technical knowledge and skills, and associated English and maths. Completion of this foundation apprenticeship will certify achievement of all of the technical knowledge and skills, together with all of the employability skills and behaviours described.
Apprenticeship Standards
There are seven foundation apprenticeships approved for delivery - it is anticipated that enrolments will start in September 2026.
Benefits
It combines valuable hands-on practice in the workplace with off-the-job learning.
The apprentice’s experiences will not only help them to grow their skills but will also help to inform their next career steps.
The typical progression routes will likely include employment or progression onto another skills product such as a level 2 or level 3 apprenticeship.
Personal Attributes
- Desire to learn more about the sector
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Positive attitude
- Curiosity
