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Contact us

Please complete the form below to register your interest in an apprenticeship.

I am interested in becoming an apprentice

If you are a business who would like to find out more about employing an apprentice, or developing your current workforce through an apprenticeship programme, please book a call or complete the enquiry form.

Book a call to discuss apprenticeships
I want to employ an apprentice
I want to train my existing staff
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While we encourage you to utilise our online forms above for a more streamlined experience, you’re still welcome to call us instead on 0800 612 6008

Call us:

Please call our team: 01865 551 015

Our colleges

We operate from the locations below – please call us or fill in the contact form to arrange a visit. Alternatively, we are happy to visit employers to discuss their needs.

Broughton Road
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 9QA

Church Road
Bracknell
Berkshire
RG12 1DJ

City Centre Campus
Oxpens Road
Oxford
OX1 1SA

Technology Campus
Cuddesdon Way
Oxford
OX4 6HN

Stoke Road
Guildford
Surrey
GU1 1EZ

Holly Lane
Worplesdon
Guildford
Surrey
GU3 3PE

Kings Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 4HJ

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Progression routes

What happens next? Most people stay on with the employer they train with, but there are plenty of options! You may decide to study a higher-level apprenticeship, return to academic studies, or work full time. We will support you whatever you decide!

The apprenticeship programme

You will have access to a range of support and advice we have on offer. This includes support from Advice and Admissions, Learning Support and Student Support.

You can access all facilities at Activate Learning Colleges and reap benefits, such as student discount. However, you may not be entitled to certain funding and travel bursaries as apprenticeships are paid positions.

How much will I earn?

The amount you’ll earn will vary depending on the nature of your role, sector and business you are working with.

The minimum hourly rate for an apprentice is £8.00, however most apprentices are paid more than this. If you are over 19 and have completed one year, you will be paid national minimum wage. 

You will also be entitled to the same conditions as all other employees in a business, including paid holiday, sick pay and pensions (where requirements are met).

What can I expect from my apprenticeship?

You must be at least 16 years old when you start an apprenticeship.

There are 3 types of apprenticeships depending on your requirements and previous qualifications: day release, work-based and block-release.

Your apprenticeship programme may be assessed with:

  • Practical assessments/exams
  • A portfolio of evidence
  • Interviews and presentations
  • Final assessments
  • On and off the job training

You will have a performance coach visit your workplace every eight weeks as well as an inhouse mentor throughout your apprenticeship.

An apprenticeship typically lasts 24 months, but can vary between 12 months to 5 years.