It’s National Apprenticeship Week!
Apprenticeships are a great way for you to learn the practical skills to succeed in your chosen industry – whilst also getting paid!
Throughout National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (9 – 15 February 2026), we are celebrating everything that’s great about apprenticeships!
We’ll also provide key information for potential apprentices about how to apply for an apprenticeship and employers who are wanting to recruit an apprentice or upskill their existing workforce.
Information for potential apprentices
If you’d like to study an apprenticeship with us, we have all the information on how to become an apprentice to get you started.
Apprenticeships are a fantastic way to start a career and develop skills within the workplace. They allow you to enter the world of work, gain relevant knowledge, skills and behaviours whilst acquiring hands-on work experience and a wage.
Anyone aged 16 or above can apply to be an apprentice, even if you are already employed. They are available on three levels, Intermediate, Advanced and Higher, so you can gain qualifications up to degree level whilst avoiding student debt.
We offer a wide range of apprenticeship programmes in industry sectors including Accountancy; Business; Catering and Hospitality; Childcare and Education Professions; Construction; Creative and Digital Media; Engineering; Health, Science and Social Care Professions; Leadership and Management; Retail and Warehousing and Logistics.
Ready to apply?
Take a look at our Apprenticeship page or the Find An Apprenticeship website to see all our current apprenticeship opportunities. Remember, this page is regularly updated, so keep checking back for new roles being added.
Apply now for an apprenticeship with us!
Want more information?
Contact our friendly Information Team by emailing info@barnsley.ac.uk or calling 01226 216 123.
Information for employers
As an employer, you can help an individual to kick start their career or progress to a higher level by sharing your expertise in the form of an apprenticeship.
Hiring an apprentice can:
· Grow your business
· Increase profitability
· Enable you to gain a competitive advantage
· Improve employee retention
· Allow you to recruit throughout the year
Did you know we are one of the largest and most successful training providers in South Yorkshire? Our provision is supported by around 1,500 employers across Yorkshire and even more beyond, with a growing team and portfolio of training courses that are designed to support the entire workforce development strategy.
Our specialist Employer Engagement team can help an organisation of any size, in any sector, to assess where their training needs are and identify solutions. By listening to your needs, the team will create a free bespoke recruitment plan that will develop your workforce and maximise your return on investment.
Get in touch today by filling out the following form: Contact Employer Engagement | Barnsley College
T Levels
Would you prefer a more technical education when you come to College, rather than following a purely academic pathway, or a work-based apprenticeship?
T Levels are courses for 16- to 18-year-olds that are studied at the same level as doing A Levels.
As T Levels are studied in the classroom (80%) and in the workplace (20%), students receive the perfect mix of learning and real-world experience. Upon completion, T Level students receive a nationally recognised certificate, showing employers they are ready for the job market.
Want more information?
Contact our friendly Information Team by emailing info@barnsley.ac.uk or calling 01226 216 123.
