National Apprenticeship Week kicks off today, and the British Army is proud to offer a wide range of award-winning apprenticeship schemes.
Among the most respected in the country, these programmes help soldiers gain valuable qualifications and skills that can also be used in civilian life.
The Army is ranked number one in The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers, placed in the Department of Education Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers, and holds a "Good" rating from Ofsted.
The schemes available are across various trades and roles, ensuring that soldiers can develop professionally while serving.
Colonel Alex Burt, Head of Army Learning & Development, said:
“The Army is a great place to work for everyone as it values people on ability, potential and commitment.
“We invest heavily in training, education and apprenticeships, giving our people clear routes to progress, develop skills, and build long‑term careers; we help young people gain practical skills for a lifetime of employment.
“Our soldiers are people who are motivated, resilient, willing to learn, and who want to make a difference as part of a team.”
If you are thinking about an Army apprenticeship, here are a few of the benefits on offer:
Start a career and learn on the job
An impressive 90% of soldiers start an apprenticeship with serving personnel aged 16 to 48. Apprentices can enjoy some of the country's most respected apprenticeship programmes, whether starting their career or changing direction.
Apprenticeships are typically completed during the initial phase of a soldier's career, often starting during Initial Trade Training (specialist training after basic training).
This means you will be learning soldiering skills alongside your chosen trade.
Support and development
The Army provides ongoing support to ensure soldiers succeed in their apprenticeships, including mentoring and additional training if needed.
Apprenticeships are designed to align with a soldier's role, ensuring relevance to their military career.
Variety of roles
The Army offers apprenticeships in more than 40 different roles, including engineering, IT, cyber security, logistics, healthcare, construction, and more.
Specific job roles include vehicle mechanics, chefs, communications specialists, and medics.
Earn while you learn
Soldiers earn a competitive salary while completing their apprenticeship, with all training costs covered by the Army.
Every apprenticeship leads to nationally recognised qualifications. Some roles may also offer opportunities to progress to higher-level qualifications, such as Level 6 and Level 7 degree apprenticeships.
Longevity
The skills and qualifications gained through Army apprenticeships are highly valued by civilian employers, providing soldiers with excellent career prospects after their military service has ended.
If you or someone you know is interested in an Army Apprenticeship, find out more and apply here: https://jobs.army.mod.uk/regular-army/what-you-get/apprenticeships/