Modern apprenticeships

What a modern apprenticeship is

A modern apprenticeship is a way of getting a qualification while you work and earn a wage.

As a modern apprentice, you’ll:

• work, earn and learn
• get a qualification that's recognised by industry employers
• have a job and learn for between 1 and 4 years

Find out more about Modern Apprenticeships (Apprenticeships.Scot)

Types of modern apprenticeships we have

You can apply for these modern apprenticeships with Renfrewshire Council:

• business and administration
• children and young people (Early Years)
• construction trades
• horticulture
• housing
• regulatory services
• youth work.

Who can apply for a modern apprenticeship with us

To be eligible for one of our modern apprenticeships, you:

• must live in Renfrewshire
• preferably be aged between 16 and 24
• have the qualifications or skills for that apprenticeship - these are detailed in the apprenticeship adverts.

If you don't have the qualifications or skills required, we’ll consider your application if you have an appropriate equivalent qualification or practical work experience.

How to apply

Find and apply for modern apprenticeships (Apprenticeships.scot)

You can also find and apply for modern apprenticeships on MyJobScotland.

You’ll also be able to look for apprenticeships with other employers.

More information

If you have any questions about our modern apprenticeships email tracey.murphy@renfrewshire.gov.uk.