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Wandsworth Council Lifelong Learning - Apprenticeship Provider

Welcome to the Wandsworth Lifelong Learning Apprenticeship Programme!

Wandsworth Council’s Lifelong Learning service is part of the Council’s Children’s Services Department

Wandsworth Lifelong Learning is committed to developing opportunities for young people and broadening their choices to give them the best start in life.  We deliver a range of work-based learning programmes and have been running a successful Apprenticeship programme for more then 12 years. 

What is an Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are work-based training programmes for young people (16+) and adults of all ages.

We offer Apprenticeships in:

• Business Administration
• Customer Service
• Health & Social Care pathway - Adult Care Worker
• Team Supervisor 
• Teaching Assistant
 

Wandsworth Council Lifelong Learning offer Apprenticeships at:

  • Level 2 (Intermediate Apprenticeship)
  • Level 3 (Advanced Apprenticeship)
  • Level 4 (Higher Apprenticeship)

All apprentices will gain an accredited standard, functional skills in English, maths and in some cases digital skills.

 

What does an Apprenticeships standard include?

The components of an Apprenticeship will vary depending on the standard being worked towards but in most instances, they will include:

  • A Combined Competency and Knowledge Qualification
  • Functional Skills in Maths
  • Functional Skills in English
     

How long will it take me?

Most of our Apprenticeship vacancies will take between 12 - 24 months, and you will work a minimum of 30 hours per week.

 

Will I earn a salary?

Yes.   New entrants to the labour market receive an apprenticeship salary.  Existing employees receive their salary and are able to access funding to support their training.

 

The benefits of Apprenticeships

An Apprenticeship is a great way of gaining new skills, knowledge and confidence to progress in your chosen career.

Some benefits include:

  • Earning a salary
  • Getting paid holidays
  • Receiving training
  • Gaining a qualification
  • Learning job specific skills

 

Progression

If you complete your apprenticeship, it is equivalent to:

  • 5 A* - C GCSEs at Intermediate (Level 2)
  • 2 A-Levels at Advanced (Level 3)
  • Foundation Degree equivalent (Level 4)

The main criteria for success are:

  • A strong attendance and punctuality record
  • A good standard of work
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Commitment to working hard

Who to contact

Contact Name
Wandsworth Lifelong Learning Provider
Contact Position
Work Based Learning Manager
Telephone
E-mail
apps@wandsworth.gov.uk
Website
Wandsworth Council Lifelong Learning - Apprenticeship Provider
Notes

Apprenticeships are open to anyone already in employment and are looking to upskill with an Apprenticeship standard or new entrants to the job market.

 

Parent Organisation
Wandsworth Council Lifelong Learning

Where to go

Address
Gwynneth Morgan Centre
52 East Hill
London
Postcode
SW18 2HJ
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Time / Date Details

When is it on
Open Monday to Friday: 9am - 5pm
Time of day
Afternoon
Morning

Availability

Other notes

WCLL are able to support with above mentioned Apprenticeship standards, if you are interested in any other type of Apprenticeship please click on the Find An Apprenticeship link.

Local Offer

Description

What is Wandsworth’s Local Offer ?

All Wandsworth Residents have access to this service.

The Lifelong Learning Team aims to improve the quality of life skills and employability of all Wandsworth residents.

The SEND Local Offer team value all feedback you may have about this service or the Local Offer in general. We invite you to click this link to leave your comments.

Last updated: 29 Dec 2023