Preston College Apprenticeship Course Guide 2026-27

FINDING AN EMPLOYER

To be an apprentice you must have an employer. If you are not already in a job and are looking to find an employer, here are five really easy steps to help you succeed.

CONTACT THE APPRENTICESHIP TEAM Our Apprenticeship Team work with hundreds of local employers and will be able to help put you in touch with businesses across the region that are recruiting. Preston College’s matching service provides strong relationships with hundreds of employers across the region who are waiting to hire you. So whether you are a school leaver, college leaver, or already within employment, we would love to hear from you! Speak to one of our Business Development Leaders by calling 01772 225768 or email appsinfo@preston.ac.uk

UPDATE YOUR CV Make sure you stand out from the crowd with the best CV possible – it’s the best way to sell yourself to an employer. Once you have a CV, please send this to our apprenticeship team at appsinfo@preston.ac.uk VISIT LOCAL EMPLOYERS Visiting businesses demonstrates that you possess initiative, confidence and drive. These are key attributes that employers look for in a potential apprentice.

VOLUNTEER / WORK EXPERIENCE

Make a lasting impression by giving a local business a helping hand – it could be your golden ticket to employment!

WORD OF MOUTH Ask your friends and/or family if they know of any local companies who are looking to hire an apprentice.

Meet the Apprenticeship Team!

Louise at JFN shares insight into employing their apprentice

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