As an apprentice, you may be curious about the number of paid holidays you're entitled to. While you won't receive the lengthy six-week summer break you enjoyed during your school or college days, rest assured that you will still receive paid time off. The minimum amount of time you will get off is 20 days + paid bank holidays, making it a total of 28 days.
It's important to note that as an apprentice, you have the same legal rights as those who have already completed their qualifications and have been employed for several years. In addition to your holidays, you will also be compensated for your work. Apprenticeships have previously been stigmatised with poor pay, however, that certainly isn't the case any more. Did you know the average apprentice salary is around £23,000? While you are only actually entitled to receive the national minimum wage for apprentices during your first year, many employer will actually pay much more than this.
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It's worth mentioning that many individuals experience a significant salary increase after successfully completing their apprenticeships too. Beyond that point, you can hope for an annual pay raise, although this is not guaranteed.
Furthermore, as an apprentice, you will also be working towards obtaining a recognised qualification. This aspect of your apprenticeship is likely the most valuable, as it enhances your skills and prospects for the future.
What you are essentially doing is laying solid foundations to build a career on. Completing an apprenticeship can take as little as a year. In return for doing it, you will get a salary, paid holidays, time off to study and the benefit of a career.
Apprenticeships are available to people of any age too meaning employers want motivated, committed staff whatever their age.
