Earn, Learn and Build Your Future 

Apprenticeships are an excellent progression route for students who want to gain workplace experience, develop professional skills and earn while they learn. 

At Priory Witham Sixth Form, students receive personalised careers guidance, employer engagement opportunities and support throughout the apprenticeship application process. 

Why Consider an Apprenticeship? 

• Earn a salary while continuing your education 
• Gain valuable workplace experience 
• Develop industry-recognised skills 
• Build professional networks 
• Create a professional LinkedIn profile 
• Progress into long-term employment and career opportunities 
• Access Higher and Degree Apprenticeships 

Real-World Success

 As demonstrated by T-Level students, you can secure an apprenticeship following an outstanding performance during their T Level industry placement, demonstrating how workplace experience can lead directly to future opportunities. 

Why Employers Value Our Students 

Employers look for more than qualifications. 

Through work placements, leadership opportunities, employer engagement and personal development activities, students develop the confidence, professionalism and workplace behaviours that help them stand out in apprenticeship applications. 

What Are Higher and Degree Apprenticeships? 

Higher and Degree Apprenticeships combine employment with advanced study. 

• Work for an employer 
• Gain recognised qualifications 
• Develop professional experience 
• Study towards higher-level qualifications, including degree-level programmes 
• Earn while you learn 

For many students, Degree Apprenticeships offer an alternative route to university while still achieving a degree qualification. 

Key Skills We Help You Develop 

• Professional communication 
• Teamwork and collaboration 
• Leadership and responsibility 
• Time management and organisation 
• Problem-solving and decision-making 
• Professional workplace behaviours 
• Interview and presentation skills 
• LinkedIn and professional networking skills 
• Confidence, resilience and independence 

How We Support Apprenticeship Applications 

• Apprenticeship research and guidance 
• Employer engagement opportunities 
• Work placements and industry experience 
• CV and application support 
• Interview preparation 
• LinkedIn profile development 
• Careers education and progression guidance 

Frequently Asked Questions 

What is an apprenticeship? 

An apprenticeship combines employment with training, allowing you to earn a salary while gaining workplace experience and qualifications. 

What is a Degree Apprenticeship? 

A Degree Apprenticeship combines paid employment with university-level study, allowing you to work towards a degree while gaining industry experience. 

Why is LinkedIn important? 

LinkedIn helps you create a professional online profile, showcase your skills and experiences, connect with employers and explore apprenticeship opportunities. 

Can work placements help me secure an apprenticeship? 

Yes. Work placements help students gain experience, develop workplace skills and build professional relationships with employers. 

Further Information

Find and apply for Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships | Learn About Apprenticeships And Find The Right One For You

Amazing Apprenticeships | Explore Technical Education & Apprenticeship Opportunities

Start Your Journey Today 

• Gain workplace experience 
• Build a professional CV 
• Create a LinkedIn profile 
• Prepare for interviews 
• Develop employer connections 
• Take the first step towards your future career 

Ready to Apply? 

Apply for September 2027 Entry HERE

Download the Sixth Form Prospectus HERE

We will support you every step of the way as you explore apprenticeship, higher apprenticeship and degree apprenticeship opportunities.