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National Apprenticeship Week events, 10 to 14 February 2025

Start your apprenticeship journey today! Find out more about becoming or hiring an apprentice at these free workshops and webinars.

Events in Southwark

Whether you’re an aspiring apprentice or an employer looking to invest in talent, we have something for you.

Supporting construction and trades apprenticeships at Overbury and beyond: Tuesday 11 February 2025

10am to 3pm at London South Bank University (LSBU) Passmore Centre. 

For students interested in construction and green skills. Overbury and partners will host information stands, discussions and talks on careers in the industry. With dedicated sessions for: 

  • students at local schools and colleges, 10am to 12 noon
  • students from South Bank Technical College, 12 noon to 1pm
  • LSBU graduates, 1pm to 2pm
  • women and local community members, 2pm to 3pm 

Register to attend Supporting construction and trades apprenticeships

The employer’s guide to apprenticeships and funding: Wednesday 12 February 2025

2pm to 3pm online.

A webinar for employers who already offer apprenticeships or want to find out more from LSBU. 

Register to attend The employer’s guide to apprenticeships and funding

Low-carbon heating apprenticeship employer webinar: Wednesday 12 February 2025

10am to 10.40am online.

A webinar for employers in the heating and plumbing sector. Find out how your business can be part of LSBU’s low-carbon heating apprenticeship programme in September 2025.

Register to attend Low carbon heating apprenticeship employer webinar

Excellent line management = thriving apprentices: Wednesday 12 February 2025 

10am to 11am online.

A webinar for employers. Get an interactive taster of Workwhile’s apprentice line management training programme, DevelopMentor.

Register to attend Excellent line management = thriving apprentices

Southwark Works apprenticeship application sessions: Wednesday 12 February 2025

10am to 12 noon and 2pm to 4pm at Southwark Works, 376 Walworth Road, SE17 2NG.

For anyone living in Southwark who wants to apply for an apprenticeship. Get help with applying.

Empowering local businesses through apprenticeships business breakfast: Thursday 13 February 2025

9am to 10.30am at London South Bank University (LSBU) Passmore Centre. 

For employers interested in finding out more about apprenticeships. Hear from apprenticeship experts and Southwark Council staff.

Register to attend the Empowering local businesses breakfast

Apprenticeship open day (construction): Thursday 13 February 2025

1pm to 3pm at Southwark Construction Skills Centre, Surrey Quays Road, Canada Water, SE16 7PJ.

For anyone living in Southwark who wants to apply for an apprenticeship in construction. Meet employers and find out more about opportunities and careers.

Unlocking the potential of apprenticeships and T-Levels: Thursday 13 February 2025

3pm to 4pm online.

For local employers and potential employers. You’ll hear about the benefits of apprenticeships and T-levels, funding, and how to integrate placements into your workforce.

Register to attend Unlocking the power of apprenticeships and T-levels

London-wide events

More events are taking place across London.

Transport for London (TfL) apprenticeship fair, Tuesday 11 February 2025

At Kensington Town Hall.

Meet a range of employers who work with TfL. Hear about apprenticeships and jobs in areas ranging from engineering to customer service and even firefighting. 

Apprenticeships+ Launch with Capital City College Training: Tuesday 11 February 2025

9am to 11am and 5pm to 7pm at Westminster Kingsway College, Victoria Centre.

For employers already supporting apprenticeships. 

Register to attend Apprenticeships+ launch

Innovation through experience: How apprentices are driving digital transformation, Wednesday 12 February 2025

2.30pm to 7pm at Northeastern University London.

Hear from apprentices on themes of innovation, diversity, the future of tech and how apprenticeships are helping to bridge skills gaps.

Register to attend Innovation through experience

Apprenticeships with Southwark Council 

If you’re interested in working with us as an apprentice:

“I chose to start an apprenticeship because I saw it as an opportunity to get direct training which I could apply to my role straight away. I really liked the fact I could gain a qualification while earning a living. It means I don’t have to think about financial pressures and can concentrate solely on my professional development…

Ope Aromona, Project Management Apprentice at Southwark Council

If you're an employer, learn about funding and support to help you bring an apprentice on board.

Date
31 January 2025