To work in child care gives you the opportunity to play a key part in the development of the youngest members in our society. A highly trained and skilled early years workforce means we will ensure our pre-school children learn and develop as they should, and are kept safe.

When you undertake an apprenticeship in childcare, you will learn all the underpinning KNOWLEDGE you need to do your job effectively, and you will develop the SKILLS and BEHAVIOURS needed to help the children who rely on you from day to day. You will also need to study maths & English at a level appropriate to your apprenticeship, but you may be exempt from these if you have existing qualifications with evidence in an acceptable format.

You will have a structured learning programme including both ‘on the job’ and ‘off the job’ activities, designed to cover everything you need to learn. Your VTS tutor will meet with you regularly to guide you through your learning and this will be complemented by support from your employer. You will build a portfolio of evidence which will include work you have completed, professional discussion records and observations by your tutor, and you will have plenty of opportunity to put into practice the new skills you are learning. Your progress will be reviewed regularly and both you and your employer will be involved in this process.

It is important that you study at a level which is right for you, so before you enrol we will gather information from you regarding your existing qualifications, past industry experience and job role, and ask you to complete a basic maths & English assessment. Your tutor will then be able to discuss with you and your employer which is the right level for you to study.

Working in adult social care means making a meaningful difference to people’s lives, supporting them through physical, practical, social, emotional, or intellectual challenges. Care workers are the unsung heroes of our communities, delivering daily support and compassion to society’s most vulnerable individuals.

If you are already working in adult social care and want to gain a work-based qualification, there are several options available. While government funding is often available for apprenticeships, you can also choose a nationally recognised, industry-approved stand-alone qualification with VTS. This route offers unique benefits, such as:

• No minimum timeframe to complete your qualification — you can progress at your own pace, often faster than traditional apprenticeship routes.
• No requirement to be employed for a set number of hours per week — you can even study as a volunteer, provided your duties align with the qualification.
• Your employer does not have to financially contribute to your study.
• No need to study maths or English as part of this qualification.

Your learning will be structured with a personalised plan, and your VTS tutor will provide regular support and guidance. You’ll build a portfolio of evidence that includes your completed work, professional discussions, and tutor observations. Once your portfolio meets the requirements set by the awarding body (City & Guilds), you will achieve your qualification.

We all know and understand how important our children’s education is, and we admire the tireless efforts of the teachers in our schools. But how about the tremendous supporting role that teaching assistants play in this? These individuals provide valuable support and back up which enhances the learning experience for our pupils.

When you undertake an apprenticeship in supporting teaching & learning in schools (STLS), you will learn all the underpinning KNOWLEDGE you need to do your job effectively, and you will develop the SKILLS and BEHAVIOURS needed to support the class teachers effectively and make a crucial contribution to the education of the next generation. You will also need to study maths & English at a level appropriate to your apprenticeship, but you may be exempt from these if you have existing qualifications with evidence in an acceptable format.

You will have a structured learning programme including both ‘on the job’ and ‘off the job’ activities, designed to cover everything you need to learn. Your VTS tutor will meet with you regularly to guide you through your learning and this will be complemented by support from your employer. You will build a portfolio of evidence which will include work you have completed, professional discussion records and observations by your tutor, and you will have plenty of opportunity to put into practice the new skills you are learning. Your progress will be reviewed regularly and both you and your employer will be involved in this process.

In order to achieve your apprenticeship, you will need to complete all the mandatory elements.

It is important that you study at a level which is right for you, so before you enrol we will gather information from you regarding your existing qualifications, past industry experience and job role, and ask you to complete a basic maths & English assessment. Your tutor will then be able to discuss with you and your employer which is the right level for you to study.

For an explanation on funding bands, click here.

Working in childcare gives you the opportunity to play a key part in the development of the youngest members in our society. A highly trained and skilled early years workforce means we will ensure our pre-school children learn and develop as they should, and are kept safe.

When you undertake an apprenticeship in childcare, you will learn all the underpinning KNOWLEDGE you need to do your job effectively, and you will develop the SKILLS and BEHAVIOURS needed to help the children who rely on you from day to day. You will also need to study maths & English at a level appropriate to your apprenticeship, but you may be exempt from these if you have existing qualifications with evidence in an acceptable format.

You will have a structured learning programme including both ‘on the job’ and ‘off the job’ activities, designed to cover everything you need to learn. Your VTS tutor will meet with you regularly to guide you through your learning and this will be complemented by support from your employer. You will build a portfolio of evidence which will include work you have completed, professional discussion records and observations by your tutor, and you will have plenty of opportunity to put into practice the new skills you are learning. Your progress will be reviewed regularly and both you and your employer will be involved in this process.

It is important that you study at a level which is right for you, so before you enrol we will gather information from you regarding your existing qualifications, past industry experience and job role, and ask you to complete a basic maths & English assessment. Your tutor will then be able to discuss with you and your employer which is the right level for you to study.

For an explanation on funding bands, click here.

Healthcare workers operate in a variety of settings and work as part of a team to provide high quality, compassionate care to individuals. Duties can involve clinical activities, such as checking blood pressure or temperature, and also other activities such as helping patients to wash & dress.

When you undertake an apprenticeship in healthcare, you will learn all the underpinning KNOWLEDGE you need to do your job effectively, and you will develop the SKILLS and BEHAVIOURS needed to help the people who rely on you from day to day. You will also need to study maths & English at a level appropriate to your apprenticeship, but you may be exempt from these if you have existing qualifications with evidence in an acceptable format.

You will have a structured learning programme including both ‘on the job’ and ‘off the job’ activities, designed to cover everything you need to learn. Your VTS tutor will meet with you regularly to guide you through your learning and this will be complemented by support from your employer. You will build a portfolio of evidence which will include work you have completed, professional discussion records and observations by your tutor, and you will have plenty of opportunity to put into practice the new skills you are learning. Your progress will be reviewed regularly and both you and your employer will be involved in this process.

Our level 2 and level 3 healthcare courses are the new apprenticeship standards, which means that there is a separate End Point Assessment (EPA) process at the end of your training in order to make sure you have acquired all the knowledge, skills and behaviours you need to. This is nothing to worry about and we will ensure you are fully prepared for this when the time comes.

You can find out more detailed information about apprenticeship standards and EPA here.

It is important that you study at a level which is right for you, so before you enrol we will gather information from you regarding your existing qualifications, past industry experience and job role, and ask you to complete a basic maths & English assessment. Your tutor will then be able to discuss with you and your employer which is the right level for you to study.

For an explanation on funding bands, click here.

To work in adult social care is to make a positive difference to a person’s life when they are faced with physical, practical, social, emotional or intellectual challenges. Care workers are the unsung heroes of our community, providing day to day care to the most vulnerable people in society.

When you undertake an apprenticeship in adult social care, you will learn all the underpinning KNOWLEDGE you need to do your job effectively, and you will develop the SKILLS and BEHAVIOURS needed to help the people who rely on you from day to day. You will also need to study maths & English at a level appropriate to your apprenticeship, but you may be exempt from these if you have existing qualifications with evidence in an acceptable format.

You will have a structured learning programme including both ‘on the job’ and ‘off the job’ activities, designed to cover everything you need to learn. Your VTS tutor will meet with you regularly to guide you through your learning and this will be complemented by support from your employer. You will build a portfolio of evidence which will include work you have completed, professional discussion records and observations by your tutor, and you will have plenty of opportunity to put into practice the new skills you are learning. Your progress will be reviewed regularly and both you and your employer will be involved in this process.

The level 2 Adult Care Worker, level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker and the Level 5 Leader in Adult Care courses are the new apprenticeship standards, which means that there is a separate End Point Assessment (EPA) process at the end of your training in order to make sure you have acquired all the knowledge, skills and behaviours you need to. This is nothing to worry about and we will ensure you are fully prepared for this when the time comes.

You can find out more detailed information about apprenticeship standards and EPA here.

It is important that you study at a level which is right for you, so before you enrol we will gather information from you regarding your existing qualifications, past industry experience and job role, and ask you to complete a basic maths & English assessment. Your tutor will then be able to discuss with you and your employer which is the right level for you to study.

For an explanation on funding bands, click here.