60 apprenticeship vacancies available at Derbyshire County Council
Apprenticeships for more than 60 young people are on offer at Derbyshire County Council.
The vacancies are a great opportunity for anyone over 16, to start their careers with one of the largest employers in the county.
Derbyshire County Council has an excellent work-based training programme where individuals receive ongoing support to help them achieve an apprenticeship.
The apprenticeships are in:
- health and social care − providing care for people in county council owned older people’s homes − 39 vacancies
- adult care catering − helping to provide meals for people in county council owned older people’s homes − 16 vacancies
- business administration − five vacancies.
Councillor Angelique Foster, Cabinet Member for Council Services at Derbyshire County Council, said:-
“Apprenticeships are a great way for a young person to get a start on the career ladder and I’m delighted that we have so many opportunities available.
“With an apprenticeship at the council you can earn while you learn, receive on-the-job training and gain a qualification that employers really value.
“By joining one of the county’s largest employers you’ll gain vital knowledge that will be valued by employers in all sectors. And by working with our experienced employers you will also gain valuable skills.”
There are also a number of Chesterfield based apprenticeships available across the town. For more information on apprenticeships in Chesterfield click here.
Derbyshire County Council will accept applications from anyone aged over 16, either school leavers or those looking to train in something new. Previous applicants need not apply. The closing date for applications is 10 September 2017.
