Apprenticeship FAQs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It is expected that you will act as an employee – work reliably, respect the employer policies, health & safety rules and codes of conduct.
It is also your responsibility to build positive working relationships with your colleagues, employer and college Practitioner and stay in regular contact with them. It’s important that you take ownership of your own learning and if you’re unsure, to ask questions.
It is up to your employer how many days of annual leave you are entitled to but they must adhere to the UK minimum.
You can find more information on the Government website https://www.gov.uk/holiday-entitlement-rights.
It is up to your employer how much you will be paid but they must adhere to the UK minimum wage, you can find out more here.
If you are unwell and not able to attend work or college you must inform both your employer and college if you are due to be in class that day.
Your employer should have told you how to report an absence at work and college absences can be reported on the Cambria app.
Yes, you are legally entitled to be paid for attending college or completing training as part of an apprenticeship.
At least 16 years old to apply for an apprenticeship, and there is no upper age limit.
No, you can live anywhere in the UK as long as you work at least 51% of your time in Wales to be eligible to apply for an apprenticeship in Wales.
The absolute minimum number of working hours for an apprentice in Wales is 16 hours per week to qualify for the government-funded apprenticeship framework.
Our dedicated team are here to help you via email or phone, do not hesitate to get in touch.
