Earn while you learn, in a job that matters
A paid role, a nationally recognised qualification, and a tutor who knows your sector. It costs you nothing, and you don't need to love studying. And if you are already employed, apprenticeships can help you progress in your career.
“Leaders ensure that the quality of teaching and training apprentices receive has a positive impact on their lives, both professionally and personally.”Ofsted inspection report, February 2026
Four things you should know
You're paid from day one
An apprenticeship is a job. You earn a wage, get holiday and are part of the team like any other employee.
It costs you nothing
The training is funded by the government and your employer. There are no fees and no student loan.
About a day a week to learn
Around six hours of your working week is for learning: workshops, online resources, projects at work and time with your tutor.
A recognised qualification
Level 2 is equivalent to GCSEs, Level 3 to A levels and Level 4 to the first year of a degree. All are nationally recognised.
Choose your route
Administrative Assistant
Start your career in healthcare administration.
What you'll learn →
Business Administrator
Advance your career with the Business Administrator apprenticeship.
What you'll learn →
Community Health and Wellbeing Worker
Make a difference in your community.
What you'll learn →
NHS Transformation and Associate Project Manager
Lead change and deliver projects in the NHS.
What you'll learn →Working in a GP practice? See the General Practice Business Administrator apprenticeship. Want to focus on running projects? See the Associate Project Manager apprenticeship, or compare all programmes.
From application to qualification
Apply or register
Already employed? Talk to your manager, then apply. Looking for a job? Check our vacancies and register your interest.
We check eligibility
A short call to confirm you're eligible, talk through the programme and answer your questions.
Learn on the job
Workshops (face to face and online), projects in your workplace and regular one-to-ones with your tutor.
Apprenticeship assessment
Show what you can do, gain your qualification, and plan your next step, often onto a higher-level programme.
Journeys of our apprentices
Three of our apprentices on what the programme was like and where it took them.
What our apprentices say
The biggest compliment I can give the course is that I only wish I'd discovered apprenticeships earlier! For me, it's a far more engaging and effective way to learn than traditional higher education — and it's helped me thrive both professionally and personally.
I hadn't been in formal education since I was a teenager, so I was a bit nervous at the start. But the structure of the programme, the support from my workplace, and the quality of my tutor quickly put my mind at ease.
The support I received from Community Matters throughout the apprenticeship has been exceptional. The tutors helped me a lot, and I am so proud of the professional skills and knowledge I applied to achieve some really good results.
Things people ask us
What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a real, paid job with training built in. You work for an employer, earn a wage, and spend around 6 hours a week on structured learning that leads to a nationally recognised qualification.
Who can apply?
Anyone aged 16 or over who lives in the UK and isn’t in full-time education. Apprenticeships suit school and college leavers, people changing career, and employees who want to develop in their current role. Entry requirements vary by programme and level.
Can I do an apprenticeship if I'm already employed?
Yes. Many employers use apprenticeships to develop existing staff. Speak to your manager about the programme you’re interested in — we’re happy to talk to them too.
Can I do an apprenticeship if I already have qualifications?
Yes, as long as the apprenticeship teaches you substantial new skills. Having a degree doesn’t stop you doing a Level 3 or Level 4 apprenticeship in a different field.
What are the different levels?
Level 2 is equivalent to GCSEs, Level 3 to A levels, Level 4 to the first year of a degree or an HNC, and Levels 5 to 7 range from a foundation degree to a master’s. We currently offer programmes at Levels 2, 3 and 4.
How long does an apprenticeship take?
Our programmes take between 8 and 16 months of learning, followed by an Apprenticeship Assessment (AA). The exact length depends on the programme and your starting point.
Ready to earn while you learn?
Apply online in ten minutes, or send us a question. If you already have an employer in mind, we'll talk to them about funding for you.