Ask Our Experts

Ask advisers about apprenticeship opportunities, application processes, training expectations, wages, and how apprenticeships compare to other learning routes.

Am I Classed as an Employee If They Don't Pay My Wage?

Your employment status isn't determined by whether you're paid wages right now, but here's what the law actually says.

Can My Working Hours Be Changed?

Your employer can only change your hours if your contract allows it or you have no written agreement on specific hours.

Does my Employer Receive Funding for my Apprenticeship?

Your employer likely gets funding for your apprenticeship, but you have legal protections if they're not paying you or cutting your work hours.

Keeping Within Budgets, Should I have to Resign?

Your employer can't force you to resign, here's what you need to know about your rights as an apprentice.

What Funding is Available For Apprentice's Employer?

Employers can get funding to help cover apprentice training costs through the Education and Skills Funding Agency.

What is Minimum Age for Building Site Apprenticeship?

You need to be at least 16 to work on a building site as an apprentice, though 14-year-olds can do construction work experience elsewhere.

What Should an Apprentice's Employment Contract Contain?

Apprenticeship contracts need the same basic employment terms as regular jobs, including hours, pay, holidays and job duties.