We have put together information you may need as you embark on your career journey along with useful links and well being service to support you throughout your apprenticeship journey. Whatever happens, KEITS has an experienced team who will be on hand to advise on which option is right for you.
How to start & applying for positions
- Find something you are passionate about.
- Research your chosen industry for career paths and any requirements they have.
- Search our current vacancies on our website and apply for apprenticeships. You can also subscribe on KEITS website for weekly updates on new vacancies in your chosen sectors. Register on gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship. Make sure you read the advert carefully and then fill in the applications with as much detail as possible. This is the first impression potential employers will have of you. If you need help completing your application form, please read our top tips poster linked on the button below.
- Get yourself organised. Make sure you have all your certificates ready if needed. Monitor your phone and emails (including junk mail) regularly and reply and respond to any enquiries regarding your applications quickly, it could be an interview offer. You don’t want to miss out on your dream role because you didn’t listen to a voicemail message!
- If you're applying for a KEITS apprenticeship, click here for out top tips about filling out your application form.
- If you need help creating and writing a CV, or even interview help, click here to view our blogs.
Jobs & Careers
To find out more about jobs and careers that can lead from undertaking an apprenticeship, including newsletters and day in the life videos then click here.
Health & Wellbeing Service
The health and wellbeing of our apprentices is paramount. KEITS are therefore proud to offer all of our apprentices access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), delivered by Health Assured – the UK are Ireland’s leading wellbeing provider.
An EAP is a confidential benefit designed to help our apprentices deal with personal and professional problems that could be affecting their home or work life, health or general wellbeing.
Our EAP service provides a complete support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7; 365 days of the year, covering a wide range of issues. We strongly believe in providing an EAP service that offers not only reactive support when someone needs it but also proactive and preventative support to deliver the best possible outcomes.
Please see the below documents to learn more about what this service offers:
*Apprentices will require an access code from their KEITS Training Consultant to access the app’s features.
British Horse Society Assessments
KEITS is excited to announce that our Equine Groom and Senior Equine Groom apprentices, can on completion of their apprenticeship apply to gain direct entry to British Horse Society assessments. They can benefit from a 40% discount on assessment fees, with 20% provided by KEITS and 20% from the BHS.
Contact us on info@KEITS.co.uk for further details.
Higher Level & University
Thinking about Higher Education?
Higher level apprenticeships offer a practical alternative to university, combining paid work with study to achieve a Level 4+ qualification while gaining real-world experience and industry-recognised credentials.
You’ll earn a salary with no tuition fees, build valuable skills on the job, and open doors to career progression or further study—find out more at https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/.
University is an academic route where you study for a degree over three or four years, focusing on theory, research, and gaining in-depth knowledge while experiencing student life.
While tuition fees apply (with loans and support available), a degree can open up a wide range of career opportunities—find out more at https://www.ucas.com/.
Fore more info including UCAS points click here.
Amazing Apprenticeships also have some great resources here.
Watch our video intro to Apprenticeships
Whether you are a potential apprentice, school or parent, our video presentation is a quick overview of what an apprenticeship is and how it works, plus we also cover some frequently asked questions.