Apprentices from across Sefton Council met up for a networking event to mark this year’s National Apprenticeship Week.
Organised by the Council’s Apprentices team, the event at Magdalen House in Bootle was attended by apprentices working in a range of the Authority’s services, including HR, Occupational Health, Community Equipment Stores and Highways.
There are 103 people currently on apprenticeships in a range of roles with Sefton Council.
Apprenticeships provide work-based learning programmes which lead to nationally recognised qualifications. Apprentices learn on the job, building up knowledge and skills while at the same time.
When Sefton Council has apprenticeship opportunities available, they are advertised on the National Apprenticeship Service website at www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship and on Sefton Council’s vacancies website at https://ats-sefton.jgp.co.uk.
Applicants need to have lived in the UK for the past three years and either have or be working towards the right level of English, Maths & ICT.
Cllr Paulette Lappin, Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Economy and Skills, said:
“Apprenticeships are vital to the future of our workforce, and here at Sefton Council we are proud to invest in opportunities that help local people build their skills and careers.
“It was fantastic that apprentices from across so many different Council service areas were able to come together to share experiences and build new relationships as part of National Apprenticeship Week.
“Apprenticeships offer a powerful combination of hands‑on experience, training and real responsibility, giving people the confidence and expertise they need to thrive.”
Sefton Council apprentices are paid the national minimum wage for their age on a minimum 12-month fixed term contract. They get paid holidays, access to a pension scheme and will end up with a recognised qualification.
Cllr Lappin said:
“If you want to learn and to apply that learning at your workplace, you have self-motivation, good communication skills and can work as part of a team, why not get your career started through an apprenticeship.”
Holly Lee-Croll is one of the apprentices currently working with Sefton Council’s occupational therapy and sensory team. Holly has been with the team for just under three years and is due to graduate with a degree in Occupational therapy in March 2026.
People can find what Holly told us about her experiences as an apprentice at www.sefton.gov.uk/apprenticeholly
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