Business & Management
Business Administrator
Business Administrators possess a number of highly transferable set of skills, knowledge and behaviours that can be applied to a number of sectors.
Customer Services Specialist
A Customer Service Specialists main role is to provide professional customer support within all sectors and organisations.
Operations / Departmental Manager
An Operations/Departmental Manager is someone who manages teams and/or projects, and achieving operational or departmental goals and objectives.
Customer Service Practitioner
The role of a customer service practitioner is to deliver high quality products and services to the customers of their organisation.
Team Leader / Supervisor
A team leader / supervisor is a first line management role, with operational/project responsibilities or responsibility for managing a team to deliver a clearly defined outcome.
Procurement and Supply Assistant
This occupation is found in all organisations where goods and/or services need to be sourced and purchased in line with national or international procurement laws, or internal governance processes.
Improvement Leader
Improvement Leaders are responsible for developing improvement strategy, providing leadership in improvement for the business and for coaching and supporting Improvement Specialists in advanced analysis.
Education, Children & Young People
Early Years Educator
Early Years Educators, are highly trained professionals who play a vital role in the development and learning of young children.
Children, Young People and Families Practitioner
As a practitioner you will be working with children, young people and families, including carers, to achieve positive and sustainable change in their lives.
Children, Young People and Families Manager
As a Children, Young People and Family Manager you will ensure direction, alignment and commitment within your own practice, your team(s), your organisation and across partnerships to help children, young people and families aspire to do their best and achieve sustainable change.
Learning and Skills Teacher
The Learning and Skills Teacher (LST) is ‘dual-professional’, having first achieved competence in a vocational or subject specialism and then subsequently trained as a teacher.
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistants work in Primary, Special and Secondary education across all age ranges encompassing special educational needs and emotional vulnerabilities.
Early Years Practitioner
This occupation is found in a range of private and public settings including; full day care, children’s centres, pre-schools, reception classes, playgroups, nursery schools, home based provision, hospitals, social care settings, out of school environments and local authority provision to deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements set by government for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Engineering
Engineering Operative
Engineering Operatives are predominantly involved in engineering operations which are key to the success of the Manufacturing and Engineering sector, allowing employers to grow their business while developing a workforce with the relevant skills and knowledge to enhance and sustain the sector.
Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician
Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technicians covers 7 roles: Electrical Technicians; Mechanical Technicians; Control & Instrumentation Technicians; Wind Turbine Technicians Electrical System and Process Control Technicians; Electromechanical Technicians and Plant Operations Technicians.
Engineering Technician
Engineering Technicians take responsibility for the quality and accuracy of the work they undertake within the limits of their personal authority.
Metal Fabricator
This occupation is found in the advanced manufacturing engineering and engineering construction sectors.
Health Care & Health Science
Adult Care Worker
Adult Care Workers are the frontline staff who help adults with care and support needs to achieve their personal goals and live as independently and safely as possible, enabling them to have control and choice in their lives.
Lead Adult Care Worker
Lead Adult Care Workers are the frontline staff who help adults with care and support needs to achieve their personal goals and live as independently and safely as possible, enabling them to have control and choice in their lives.
Lead Practitioner in Adult Care
The Lead Practitioner in Adult Care will guide and inspire team members to make positive differences to someone’s life when they are faced with physical, practical, social, emotional, psychological or intellectual challenges.
Leader in Adult Care
A Leader in Adult Care has responsibility for managing community or residential based services. This role has a large element of leadership, whether with other care workers and networks or in leading the service itself.
Manufacturing & Food Manufacturing
Food and Drink Process Operator
Food and Drink Process Operators work in one of the largest, most dynamic and fastest growing sectors of industry.
Packhouse Line Leader
The Packhouse Line Leader is a key supervisory role, helping the company operate efficiently.
Furniture Manufacturer
Furniture Manufacturers must be dexterous, have a good work ethic and able to demonstrate their ability to work individually and as part of a team.
Lean Manufacturing Operative
A Lean Manufacturing Operative will be expected to carry out their work safely and meet the exacting quality standards demanded in a fast paced and efficient processing environment and develop into a multi-skilled operator through process ownership.
Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician
Prosthetic and Orthotic Technicians use the specification/ prescription provided to make devices that aid movement, correct deformity and relieve discomfort for adults and children.
Food and Drink Technical Operator
This occupation is found in the food and drink manufacturing sector.
Companies are in the main large. They may produce one type of food and drink product or a range of products. Products may include biscuits, cakes, confectionary, fresh fruit, ready-to-eat and ready-to cook food, sandwiches, salads, soft drinks, and wraps.
Transport and Logistics
Port Operative
Port Operatives have key roles in enabling businesses to deliver on time and safely.
Supply Chain Warehouse Operative
Warehouse Operatives work in a variety of warehouse environments.
Supply Chain Operator
This is an entry-level apprenticeship which provides the foundation knowledge skills & experience for the role of Supply Chain Operator within occupational areas in the Supply Chain industry.
Digital Skills
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Understanding Off-the-Job Training
Think of your apprenticeship as a fantastic blend of doing and learning. You'll be getting hands-on experience in the workplace, which is invaluable. But to truly master your craft and gain a deeper understanding, you'll also dedicate some time to off-the-job training.
So, what exactly is it? Simply put, off-the-job training is any learning that happens outside of your regular day-to-day work tasks. It's dedicated time set aside by your employer to help you develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours outlined in your apprenticeship standard.
Imagine this: You're training to be a fantastic marketing executive. Your on-the-job training might involve drafting social media posts and assisting with campaign launches. Your off-the-job training, on the other hand, could involve attending workshops on digital marketing strategies, completing online courses on SEO, or even shadowing a senior colleague in a different department to understand the bigger picture.
Why is Off-the-Job Training So Important?
It might feel like time away from your "real work," but trust me, off-the-job training is crucial for several reasons:
• Deepening Your Understanding: It provides the theoretical foundation that underpins your practical work. You'll learn the "why" behind the "how," making you a more informed and effective apprentice.
• Developing New Skills: Off-the-job training often focuses on specific skills that you might not regularly use in your daily tasks but are essential for your long-term career growth.
• Broader Perspectives: It can expose you to different areas of the business or industry, giving you a wider understanding and helping you see how everything fits together.
• Meeting Apprenticeship Requirements: A certain percentage of your contracted hours must be dedicated to off-the-job training. It's a fundamental part of the apprenticeship framework.
• Boosting Your Confidence: As you gain new knowledge and skills, your confidence in your abilities will naturally grow.
What Might Off-the-Job Training Look Like?
The beauty of off-the-job training is its variety. It can take many forms, including:
• Classroom-based learning: Attending college or training provider sessions.
• Online courses and webinars: Learning at your own pace through digital platforms.
• Workshops and seminars: Engaging in interactive learning experiences.
• Mentoring and coaching: Receiving guidance from experienced professionals.
• Shadowing other colleagues or departments: Observing different roles and gaining new insights.
• Industry visits and conferences: Expanding your network and knowledge of the wider sector.
• E-learning modules: Completing structured learning activities online.
Making the Most of Your Off-the-Job Training
To really benefit from this crucial aspect of your apprenticeship, here are a few tips:
• Be proactive: Engage actively in your training sessions. Ask questions, participate in discussions, and don't be afraid to seek clarification.
• Connect it to your work: Think about how the concepts you're learning apply to your daily tasks. This will help solidify your understanding and make the training more relevant.
• Take notes and reflect: Keep a record of what you're learning and take some time to reflect on how it's impacting your skills and knowledge.
• Communicate with your employer and training provider: If you have any questions or feel you need additional support, don't hesitate to reach out.
• See it as an investment in yourself: Off-the-job training is an opportunity for you to grow and develop, so embrace it!
Your apprenticeship is an exciting journey, and off-the-job training is a vital component that will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. Embrace the learning opportunities, ask questions, and enjoy the process of becoming a skilled professional in your chosen field. You've got this!
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