livin futuresA pathway to a brighter future

contactus@livin.co.uk livin.co.uk0845 505 5500

livin, Farrell House, Arlington Way, DurhamGate, Spennymoor, Co Durham DL16 6NL

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Apprentice Fact: The minimum you will receive in the first year

of your apprenticeship is

£98 per week.

livin futures What are apprenticeships?

How to use this interactive booklet

A pathway to a brighter future

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An apprenticeship/advanced apprenticeship combines real work with learning and training both on and off the job. Apprentices recruited through the livin futures partnership will be employed by livin, Mears, Bullock or Southdale and will spend four days per week within the workplace and one day per week at college.

Apprentices work towards level two qualifications and advanced apprentices work towards level three qualifications. All apprentices will receive a wage which will be a minimum of the apprenticeship rate in accordance with your age.

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The types of apprenticeships available with livin futures

Who are apprenticeships for? Anyone aged 16 years old and above can become an apprentice, however, the majority of people that start an apprenticeship are school and college leavers.

Entry RequirementsEntry requirements for the livin futures apprenticeship programme are usually four or more GCSE’s at Grade C or above, including English and Maths. You may also be required to undertake an assessment test prior to interview.

What if I don’t have the right qualifications? If you don’t have the required qualifications, don’t worry. You may still be eligible if you are willing to undertake training towards achieving Functional Skills in English and Maths level two qualifications.

• Administration

• Customer service

• Housing

• Accountancy

• ICT

• Plumbing

• Gas fitting

• Electrical

• Multi-skilling

• Bricklaying

• Joinery

• Painting and decorating

• Sports development

We offer a range of apprenticeship opportunities including:

So how does it work?

Apprentice Fact: Did you know since 2010,

the livin futures partnership has appointed over

40 apprentices?

Apprenticeship programmes are made up of a number of different components. Throughout the programme as an apprentice you will develop and demonstrate knowledge and skills as part of the technical certificate, and prove competence within the standards of the National Vocational Qualification (NVQ). Apprentices will also work to achieve the appropriate level of functional skills in English, Maths and possibly ICT, as well as having an awareness and understanding of employment rights and responsibilities.

All components are assessed separately. Only when all parts are successfully achieved will the apprentice fully complete their apprenticeship programme. The minimum components of an apprenticeship include:

Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship

• NVQ Level 2/3

• A knowledge component/technical certificate Level 2/3

• Functional skills at Level 1/2 – Maths and English and possibly ICT

• Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)

• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)

Where would I study?

The NVQ will be assessed within your work place. All other components will be delivered at Bishop Auckland College or New College Durham, depending where you live.

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Here’s what some of our apprentices have to say about their experiences… Next steps

“livin Futures has given me the opportunity to gain experience and learn new skills by being involved in real work based projects. It has given me a great start in my career.

Everyone has been so helpful and supportive, and I’ve made some really good friends.”

Beth Pattison, Administration Apprentice

“I started the apprenticeship after completing A Levels. Going to university was not an option due to the expense. It was the best decision I have made.

I am getting the chance to further my qualifications and experience, and get paid at the same time.”

Matthew Wilson, Accounting Technician

“All I want to do is to do well. They said if you listen you’ll learn, and I have.”

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Joe Bloggs, Apprentice

livin futures recruits new apprentices every year normally between the months of May to July. Vacancies are advertised on livin’s website at livin.co.uk.

If you are interested in becoming an apprentice through livin futures contact Helen Johnson, employability coordinator on freephone 0800 587 4538 or 0300 111 2344 which is cheaper from a mobile.

Alternatively email futures@livin.co.uk to be added to our mailing list.

You can also sign-up for new and information an apprenticeships by:

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Vacancies are also advertised on our Facebook page:

facebook.com/wearelivin

As well as on our Twitter page:

@wearelivin

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Here’s what some of our apprentices have to say about their experiences… Next steps

“livin Futures has given me the opportunity to gain experience and learn new skills by being involved in real work based

projects. It has given me a great start in my career.

Everyone has been so helpful and supportive, and I’ve made

some really good friends.”

“I started the apprenticeship after completing A Levels. Going

to university was not an option due to the expense. It was the best decision I have made. I am getting the chance to further my

qualifications and experience, and get paid at the same time.”

“All I want to do is to do well. They said

if you listen you’ll learn, and I have.”

“Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed

do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea

commodo consequat.”

livin futures recruits new apprentices every year normally between the months of May to July. Vacancies are advertised on livin’s website at livin.co.uk.

If you are interested in becoming an apprentice through livin futures contact Helen Johnson, employability coordinator on freephone 0800 587 4538 or 0300 111 2344 which is cheaper from a mobile.

Alternatively email futures@livin.co.uk to be added to our mailing list.

You can also sign-up for new and information an apprenticeships by:

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Beth Pattison, Administration Apprentice

Matthew Wilson, Accounting Technician

Vacancies are also advertised on our Facebook page:

facebook.com/wearelivin

As well as on our Twitter page:

@wearelivin

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Here’s what some of our apprentices have to say about their experiences… Next steps

“livin Futures has given me the opportunity to gain experience and learn new skills by being involved in real work based

projects. It has given me a great start in my career.

Everyone has been so helpful and supportive, and I’ve made

some really good friends.”

“I started the apprenticeship after completing A Levels. Going

to university was not an option due to the expense. It was the best decision I have made. I am getting the chance to further my

qualifications and experience, and get paid at the same time.”

“All I want to do is to do well. They said

if you listen you’ll learn, and I have.”

“Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit, sed

do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea

commodo consequat.”

livin futures recruits new apprentices every year normally between the months of May to July. Vacancies are advertised on livin’s website at livin.co.uk.

If you are interested in becoming an apprentice through livin futures contact Helen Johnson, employability coordinator on freephone 0800 587 4538 or 0300 111 2344 which is cheaper from a mobile.

Alternatively email futures@livin.co.uk to be added to our mailing list.

You can also sign-up for new and information an apprenticeships by:

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Beth Pattison, Administration Apprentice

Matthew Wilson, Accounting Technician

Vacancies are also advertised on our Facebook page:

facebook.com/wearelivin

As well as on our Twitter page:

@wearelivin

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