Traineeships

A traineeship is a course with work experience that gets you ready for work or an apprenticeship. It can last from 6 weeks up to 1 year, though most traineeships last for less than 6 months.

You can apply if you're:

• eligible to work in England
• unemployed and have little or no work experience
• aged 16 to 24 and qualified up to and including Level 3 (equivalent to A Level)

You may be ready for an apprenticeship if you already have some work experience.

You'll get:

• help with getting work, such as writing a CV and finding a job
• a work placement of 70 hours or more
• help with the skills you'll need for an apprenticeship or job in the area you want to work in
• a job interview or feedback from an employer
• help with English, maths and basic digital skills (if you need it)

You won't be paid, but you may be given expenses for things like travel and meals.

You'll get:

• help with getting work, such as writing a CV and finding a job
• a work placement of 70 hours or more
• help with the skills you'll need for an apprenticeship or job in the area you want to work in
• a job interview or feedback from an employer
• help with English, maths and basic digital skills (if you need it)

You won't be paid, but you may be given expenses for things like travel and meals.

Before you start

You can use the service to search for traineeships but you need to register if you want to apply for traineeships.

You can log in if you have an account.

Get advice

Contact the National Careers Service for advice.

Traineeships (St Helens/Wigan/Leigh)

Address: 74-80 Hallgate, Wigan WN1 1HP

Phone: 01942 821444

• If you are aged 16 - 18 we understand taking the first steps after school can be challenging. That's why we have unique programmes and a support team in our centre to help you start your journey after leaving school.

Our tailored programmes are designed around your needs and when you join us, your programme will likely include:

• A nationally-recognised qualification
• English and Maths skills and qualifications
• Work experience
• Employability skills
• Enrichment Activities
• Tailored individual learning plan to suit your needs Guidance and support available to you
• Smaller class sizes
• One-to-one support from a designated key worker
• Additional learning support
• Bursary of up to £40 per week (subject to certain eligibility criteria)
• Breakfast club for all learners
• Free hot drinks and kitchen facilities for use throughout the day
• Experienced staff who understand and can support additional learning needs
• Our students can talk to us at any time

https://www.gceducationandskills.ac.uk/st-helens-training-centre