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Apprenticeships

It usually takes between one and five years to complete an Apprenticeship depending on which level you take.  There are four different levels of apprenticeship, which will equate to different qualification levels, you could even get a degree.  The four levels are:

  • Level 2 which is the equivalent of GCSE education level.
  • Level 3 which is the equivalent of A level education level.
  • Levels 4 and 5 are the equivalent to a foundation degree and above.
  • Levels 6 and 7 are the equivalent to a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

You can start an apprenticeship at any level, however depending on the level some apprenticeships may require previous qualifications.  Entry requirements to an apprenticeship will also depend on the employer and the level of apprenticeship.

You can find out which NHS organisations are hiring for finance apprenticeships through NHS jobs website here.  

The Government also have a dedicated ‘Find an Apprenticeship’ site where training providers post apprenticeship vacancies that may not appear on NHS Jobs.

Please scroll down to the bottom of this page for information on the East of England Apprenticeship Scheme.

Qualifications through Apprenticeships

There are many professional qualifications now that can be included in an apprenticeship.  Have a look at the list below and click on the links to see if any might be of interest to you:

  • AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) –  Offer five accounting qualifications, each of which takes six to 18 months to complete.
  • ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) – ACCA Apprenticeships attract significant government funding. They are a highly cost-effective easy way to recruit and develop the financial talent you need.
  • CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) – CIMA is the world’s largest professional body of management accountants.
  • CIPFA (Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accontancy) – Offering three entry points depending on  levels of work experience, educational background and career aspirations.  Their apprenticeships are tailored for aspiring public finance professionals.
  • ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales) – Open to anyone with A-Levels or similar qualifications, as well as graduates or career-changers.

 

Apprenticeships in the NHS in East of England

Are you looking to start or progress your finance career within the NHS? Are you enthusiastic and keen to study whilst learning new skills?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for five finance assistant apprentices to join our friendly and supportive teams within NHS organisations across the East of England.
Starting on 1st September 2024, five 18-month placements will be available in the following locations:

▪ Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
▪ Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Foundation Trust
▪ West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust
▪ NHS Norfolk and Waveney ICB
▪ Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Working as part of the Finance Team, we are offering a role that will link the opportunity to gain valuable NHS experience and knowledge, with working towards the Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Standard, alongside a nationally recognised qualification (AAT). This programme will run over an 18-month period. The working hours are 37.5 hours per week.

Full training will be given on finance systems, and you will be supported by a dedicated Finance Manager throughout your Apprenticeship. We offer a package which includes a salary allowance of £22,383 per annum for the apprenticeship programme. New apprentices will be employed on NHS terms and conditions.  There will also be the opportunity to apply for appropriate positions within the organisation and wider NHS on completion of the apprenticeship.

You must be over 16 and have been resident in the UK/EU for the last 3 years. We are inviting applications from candidates with 5 GCSEs grade 5-9 (or equivalent) including Maths & English.  Please do not apply if you have already achieved an AAT level 3 or higher Finance qualification as you will not be eligible for this Apprenticeship scheme.

To apply click here

Please note applications close on 19th May 2024.

 

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