Sixth Form Apprenticeships at KBA

At Kettering Buccleuch Academy, we are proud to support students in exploring a wide range of post-18 pathways — including high-quality apprenticeships. Our Sixth Form team works closely with students to help them identify opportunities that match their interests, strengths, and career goals.

We provide guidance on:

• Finding and applying for apprenticeships
• Understanding different levels (including Degree Apprenticeships)
• Preparing CVs, cover letters, and interview skills
• Navigating platforms such as UCAS, Amazing Apprenticeships, and the National Apprenticeship Service

Whether students are looking to enter industries such as engineering, healthcare, digital, finance, or creative arts, we ensure they are well-informed and supported every step of the way.

Apprenticeships offer a fantastic alternative to university - combining paid work with training and qualifications, and opening doors to long-term career success.

Amazing Apprenticeships have fantastic resources for parents/carers/teachers/students/employers.

The Choice magazine is a useful insight for parents/carers. Access via the website and magazine below:

Choices Magazine – Parent & Carers Guide - Amazing Apprenticeships

Includes finding a course, finding an apprenticeship, information for employers

Find out further details at:

 https://www.gov.uk/find-traineeship 

The Higher & Degree Apprenticeships Listing by Amazing Apprenticeships is a bi-annual publication that showcases thousands of vacancies from a wide range of employers throughout the country. The January 2025 edition features over 2,400 vacancies, including higher apprenticeships from levels 4 to 7 and degree apprenticeships from levels 6 to 7.

These opportunities are gully funded by the employer and/or government, allowing apprentices to work toward a top-flight career while earning a salary from the very first day. The listing is particularly useful for students in year 13. Employers on the list include small to large organisations, offering a wide range of opportunities access England. (this list is not exhaustive)

Click here for further reading and guidance on apprenticeships

We have links with the South East Midlands Local Enterprise Partnership, below is a link to local market information that gives an insight into the different industries:

School Labour Market Information

The attached document has been created with useful links to apprenticeships/GAP year opportunities and have been collated in the document attached: 

Download the Apprenticeship document