We have over 2400 apprentices, working with over 800 companies across most sectors in our region
So what is an apprenticeship? Apprentices are employed, learn at college and in the workplace, building up knowledge and skills, gaining recognised qualifications. You can start at any point in the year, earn as you learn and gain the experience to progress further in your career.
Our Apprenticeship Areas
Business, HR and Accounting Apprenticeships
Business, HR and Accounting Apprenticeships
Most businesses have support roles that are key to the success of the organisation including customer service, business administration and accountancy. They offer career opportunities that can be across different sectors and in different types and sizes of business. Apprenticeships offer a great entry point into a career and also the potential to develop during your career.
Read MoreCatering and Hospitality Apprenticeships
Catering and Hospitality Apprenticeships
Catering and Hospitality is one of the key sectors in our region. With hotels, restaurants, cafes, holiday venues and experiences, there are a wider range of employers looking for people to start or develop their career.
Read MoreChildcare and Education Apprenticeships
Childcare and Education Apprenticeships
Whether you want to work in a school, nursery or preschool, apprenticeships are a great way to start your career. With the support of your employer and the College, take that first step into a rewarding opportunity or progress in your employment.
Read MoreConstruction Apprenticeships
Construction Apprenticeships
Construction doesn't mean you are restricting yourself to wet trades, including brickwork and plastering, many of our students progress into careers including site management, civil engineering, project management and surveyors.
Read MoreCreative Digital Technologies Apprenticeships
Creative Digital Technologies Apprenticeships
Having relevant digital skills will enable you to progress into a wide variety of job roles and sectors, so opting to study digital technologies can open many doors. Employers particularly look for apprenticeships in IT support teams for their businesses. There are also a small number of employers in our area who may look for more specialist digital apprenticeships such as networking engineer.
Read MoreEngineering Apprenticeships
Engineering Apprenticeships
Engineering apprenticeship opportunities exist from level 2 to level 6. Employers offer a broad range of engineering apprenticeships including mechatronics, electrical, mechanical, pipe and plate welding, installation and design. The job roles can also be across a range of sectors with engineering or manufacturing departments including the health service, councils, and small to large businesses.
Read MoreHairdressing and Beauty Therapy Apprenticeships
Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy Apprenticeships
Train to join this essential business area by studying Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy at Doncaster College.
Read MoreHealth and Social Care Apprenticeships
Health and Social Care Apprenticeships
Whether looking to start a career in the health or social care sector or to progress in your career, an apprenticeship is an ideal opportunity.
Read MoreLeadership and Management Apprenticeships
Leadership and Management Apprenticeships
We offer leadership and management apprenticeships from Level 2 through to Level 6. This means that from a potential team leader or supervisor through to a middle or senior manager, there is an apprenticeship for you
Read MoreMotor Vehicle Apprenticeships
Motor Vehicle Apprenticeships
We aim to up-skill technicians as well as support new talent straight from school. Employers regularly seek apprentices in motor vehicle maintenance, and other skills for light and heavy goods vehicles. With apprenticeship vacancies throughout the year, think about starting your career as an apprentice or progressing in your current role.
Read MoreSport, Physical Activity and Exercise Science Apprenticeships
Sport, Physical Activity and Exercise Science Apprenticeships
Whether you are performing at the highest professional level, aim to go into coaching or just want a five a side kick about. We have had phenomenal success across a wide range of sports and are proud of the inclusive nature our provision.
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Types of Apprenticeships
Types of Apprenticeships
An apprenticeship is a fantastic alternative to a college or degree course; an apprenticeship is a genuine job which is combined with practical training and study
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Apprenticeship Vacancies
Information for Employers
Information for Employers
As the largest provider of Apprenticeships in the region we are the first choice for many employers.
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We will help you find an employer with a vacancy that suits you. Employers come to Doncaster College because:
- They know our students will already be developing the skills, knowledge and experience that will make you potentially a good candidate
- We have an excellent reputation as a training provider
- We offer a very broad range of apprenticeships suitable for school leavers through to senior managers
Become an Apprentice – Key facts
- Apprenticeships are available in 1500 job roles
- The College has apprenticeships with over 800 employers
- Doncaster College is the largest local provider with over 2400 apprentices
- Apprenticeships are available in more than 170 industries
- We have over 80 different types of apprenticeships available
- Intermediate, advanced and higher apprenticeships are available
- Many employers offer above minimum wage
- Many employers who offer the minimum wage increase it during the first year
- Many jobs today are only available through an apprenticeship
- After finishing, the majority of apprentices (90%) stay in employment (including 2% self-employed), with seven in ten (71%) staying with the same employer
- On average, individuals with an advanced apprenticeship earn between £77,000 and £117,000 more over their lifetime than similar individuals with Level 2 qualifications
- Apprenticeships are available from Level 2 (5 GCSEs grades 4-9/A-C) all the way up to degree level
- Apprentices work as a paid employee within an organisation whilst working towards a nationally recognised apprenticeship
- Apprenticeships take between 1 to 5 years depending on the level, type of apprenticeship and prior skills
At the end of my studies I will have a highly respected qualification behind me, teaching me all the qualities needed to be a successful accountant.
The benefits of an apprenticeship include:
- Earning a wage whilst you are working.
- Gaining work-related skills and knowledge in College and in the workplace.
- Gaining a nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification.
- Opportunity to process onto further studies, including university.
- Receive support and mentoring in your job role as an apprentices.
- All the benefits of being employed, such as paid holidays.
Employers recruit apprentices all year round. You can apply if you are at College or if you are not studying at College. Apprenticeships are a job with apprenticeship training. You have to apply for an apprenticeship just like any other job. You will go through the employers recruitment process, for example, application form and interview.
See below for all of our current vacancies. Check this page regularly as we have new vacancies throughout the year.
Current Vacancies
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