Apprenticeships in Scotland
Apprenticeships in Scotland is a great website if you’re interested in apprenticeships. Check their website for current apprenticeship opportunities.
RAF Apprenticeships
An Apprenticeship in the Royal Air Force offers you the chance to gain a professional qualification as part of a challenging and unique career. Not only will you gain a professional qualification that’s recognised in the civilian world, you’ll also have a guaranteed job in your chosen field once you’ve completed it. You’ll receive the […]
JD Pierce Apprenticeships
Established in 1975, J & D Pierce is the foremost structural steelwork contractor in Scotland, and one of the largest in the UK. If you are interested in apprenticeship with JD Pierce then contact Alec Rose. Call: 01505 683724
What to Expect When You Get Your First Wage Slip
Getting your first wage slip is really exciting, and your employer has a legal obligation to get this to you before you get paid. Your organisation may have an online resource to manage wage slips, or you may simply get a paper copy. A wage slip has lots of information on it which can be […]
Which Apprenticeship is Right for You?
The Apprenticeships.Scot website has lots of information about the different types of apprenticeships available and the areas of study. There are 3 main different types of apprenticeship available: Foundation Apprenticeships – For pupils in S5 and S6. They choose this qualification as part of their subject choices and get the chance to work with employers. […]
How Do Apprenticeships Compare?
If you’re wondering how an apprenticeship compares with other qualifications, this table gives an overview of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework. You may be surprised to learn that you can complete an apprenticeship and gain a qualification equal to that of an Honours Degree and above! Download the image for a table which simply […]
Writing a Personal Statement
A personal statement is a short summary of your education and work experiences and achievements. If you are applying to a college or university course or even an apprenticeship you will need to create a personal statement. A personal statement is an opportunity to sell yourself, as different courses and apprenticeships can be quite competitive. […]
Holiday Pay
Holiday pay or ‘annual leave’ is the entitlement of paid holidays your work place will give you. Some employers can give more annual leave than others, so it is in an important thing to consider when searching for jobs. This site from UK Gov explains holiday entitlements clearly.
Sick Leave
If you are ill and are unable to go to work you should be entitled to sick leave, with some exceptions. However, if you are off for more than a week then you should give your employer proof of this with a sick note from your GP. If you fail to do so this could […]
Apprenticeships in Scotland
Apprenticeships are a type of work experience that typically combines work with classroom learning. They are often the most common way to get into certain industries. Apprenticeships.scot is the national website which advertises Apprenticeships across Scotland for a variety of different careers.