Co-designed with the North East, for the North East
This Apprenticeship Recruitment Toolkit has been developed through a collaborative co-design approach, bringing together the expertise and insights of the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority, Talentheads, and a range of businesses, education providers and organisations from across the North East.
By working closely with employers and key stakeholders, we have created a practical resource that reflects the real experiences, expectations and opportunities within the region's apprenticeship landscape, ensuring it is relevant, informed and shaped by those who understand it best.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all those who contributed their time,
expertise and insights throughout the development process. The support and
collaboration have been invaluable in creating a toolkit that will help inspire and support you - the next generation of apprentices across the North East.
Explore the toolkit
apprenticeReady recruitment toolkit
Are you at the very start of your apprenticeship journey? Download the full toolkit guide here to start from the very beginning.
apprenticeReady recruitment workbook
Use this helpful workbook alongside your toolkit to assist you in developing CV's and cover letters, and prepare for interviews, assessment centres and more.
Individual modules
Explore the modules and worksheets and choose the resources that are right for you, wherever you are on your apprenticeship journey.
Module 1 – What is an apprenticeship and why should I choose this pathway?
What is an apprenticeship?
Understanding the apprenticeship fundamentals.
Why choose an apprenticeship?
See if an apprenticeship is right for you.
Apprenticeship myth busters
Separate facts from fiction.
What are employers really looking for?
Find out why employers choose apprenticeships.
Module 2 – How to find an apprenticeship in the North East
Where are the opportunities?
Find out where the apprenticeship opportunities are across the North East.
How to find an apprenticeship
Find out what the next steps are to finding an apprenticeship.
Create a recruitment action plan
Create an action plan to stay on track.
Module 3 – Preparing and applying for an apprenticeship
Cover letters and supporting documents
Find out more about cover letters and what other supporting documents can help in your journey.
Cover letter example and structure
Use this document to start structuring your own cover letters.
What about your CV?
Top tips on creating a standout CV.
Creating your CV
Use this template to start creating your own CV.
Your apprenticeship recruitment tracker
Use this handy application tracker to stay on top of all your applications.
Module 4 – Understanding and preparing for interviews and assessment centres
Interviews: knowing yourself
Getting to know and talk about yourself is key to success.
Interviews: strengths and weaknesses
Understand how to talk about strengths and weaknesses.
Understanding your strengths
Understand your strengths and how to talk confidently about them.
Discussing your weaknesses
Learn how to discuss your weaknesses and turn them into positives.
Spotting transferable skills
Learn what a transferable skill is and how to spot them.
Interview types and how to prepare
Learn more about different interview types and how to prepare for them.
Interview example questions and answers
Find out more about typical interview questions and how to frame your answer.
Practice your own interview questions
Practice writing your own interview answers here.
Assessment centre challenge
Download this worksheet for an example assessment centre challenge.
Psychometric testing challenge
Find out more about psychometric testing and how to prepare for them.
Interview check list
Use this handy checklist before attending an interview to make sure you are fully prepared.
Owning your recruitment journey
Make sure to own your apprenticeship journey to stay on the road to success.
Module 5 – After the interview: what happens next?
After the interview, what happens next?
Find out what to expect after the interview has taken place and what you should do next.
Complete an interview self assessment
Complete a self assessment and see how you think you did at the interview.
Module 6 – Congratulations on securing your apprenticeship
Congratulations! You've secured an apprenticeship!
You've been offered an apprenticeshp! What should you do now?
First week survival guide
Starting your apprenticeship in a workplace can be daunting: make sure you are prepared!
Module 7 – Additional support to prepare you for success
No permission needed!
This is your journey, you don't need permission to ask questions!