The Media College Apprenticeships guide for Employers

Your path, your choice, your career


The Media College enable students to journey to higher levels of learning and employment,we are

dedicated to offering solutions to meet the needs of our learners, our employers and the industries

we work with. Our Creative teams work in collaboration with employers in the sector, offering

opportunities to learn, put into practice skills and develop in real employment environments.

2 Chaple StreetTyldesleyManchester M29 8FZ

T: 01942 867 489E: [email protected]: www.themediacollege.co.uk



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Live Events & Promotion

AboutThe Live Events and Promotion apprenticeship has been designed, with the help of employers, to widen the pool of potential recruits into the industry. Live Events and Promotion involves everything to do with putting on a show or event- from promoting the event to staging it.

ImpactThe Live Events and Promotion industry is part of the wider creative and cultural sector. Growth in live outdoor and other special events has seen organisations having to use both unqualified and untrained staff. The recruitment of an apprentice will allow skills-gaps in the current workforce to be filled and will train recruits in administrative support roles, including;

Intermediate level apprentices - Stage & Venue Crew , Event Booking Agent Assistants.

Advanced level apprentices - Music & Events Promotions Assistant, Events Assistant, Events/Entertainment Officer, Venue and Staff Crew.

Solutions & BenefitsThe apprenticeship will attract new people into live Events and Promotion from a wide range of backgrounds. They will have the skills employers need to replace those who leave, to provide a career pathway within Live Events and Promotion and mobility across the creative and cultural sector. With micro-businesses accounting for 92% of businesses in the sector, it will provide them access to quality work-based training and development programmes to increase business productivity and efficiency.

Improve your bottom line Apprenticeships deliver real returns to your bottom line, with apprenticeships helping you to improve productivity and to be more competitive. Training apprentices can also be more cost-effective than hiring already skilled staff, leading to lower overall training and recruitment costs.

Fill your skills gaps

Apprenticeships deliver skills designed around your business needs, providing the skilled workers you need for the future. They also help you develop the specialist skills you need to keep pace with the latest technology and working practices in your sector.

Motivate your workforceApprentices tend to be eager, motivated, flexible and loyal to the company that invested in them.

Apprenticeships give the infrastructure and skills needed to ensure growth in the industry.

Even though record sales have taken a plummet in recent years, the live sector can go

strength to strength, providing growth for the UK economy.

Ian Jackson, Director, Cadence Café CIC

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The FrameworkApprentices will study a framework of vocational-specific qualifications from the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). This apprenticeship framework is available at intermediate and advanced Level.

Intermediate level apprentices Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Live Events and Promotion.

Level 2 Award in Principles of the Creative and Cultural Sector.

Advanced level apprentices Level 3 Diploma in Live Events and Promotion.

Level 3 Certificate in Principles of the Creative and Cultural Sector.

These qualifications make up the elements of the apprenticeship. They combine the on and off-the-job learning. Skills are gained as part of their day-to-day job and enhanced by off-the-job training with an assessor.

Functional skills Functional skills are individual qualifications in English, Math and ICT.

Employee rights & responsibilitiesWorkplace understanding of employer and employee responsibilities in employment law.

Assessment, learning and evaluationQuality teaching, learning and assessment form the building blocks of our teaching. In this digital world, we challenge the status quo; we do this by understanding and listening to our learners and employers. While the majority of learning takes place on-the-job we engage with our learners through a variety of methods, with efficient off-the-job support from us, which has minimal impact on their day-to-day activities and your business.

Cost of an apprenticeApprenticeships are a cost-effective way of increasing the workforce whilst developing specific skills for business growth.

There are also government grants available to employers to help towards the cost of an apprentice. For more information please contact us.

Hours employed per week 30-37 hrs per week

National Minimum Wage for an apprentice £2.68 PH

Durations 52 weeks

Annual cost £4,180 - £5,156

GRANTS & SUPPORTThere are also government and sector grants available to employers to help towards the cost of an apprentice. For more information please contact one of our apprenticeships advisors who will be able to identify grants available for your business and discuss how to apply with you.

RecruitmentThe employing organisation has full control of the recruitment of the apprentice, with our full support in addition.

Further information and next stepsIf you would like to take on an apprentice or have any questions for us, we are always happy to speak with you. Please contact us.

Live Events & Promotion

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Libraries, Archives, Records and Information

Management Services

AboutThis diverse sector provides progression opportunities for those pursuing a career in libraries, archives, records and information management services. The scope and definition of the workforce have therefore changed to reflect a broader focus and to recognise the important and quite distinct roles that individuals play in libraries, archive facilities and other records and information management environments, in both the public and private sector.

ImpactThis apprenticeship will allow employers to tap into the talents and skills of the wider population to encourage more entrants into the libraries, archives, records and information management. By offering an apprenticeship opportunity, you will provide a basis for the development of a range of transferable skills as well as addressing specific skills gaps to support the establishment of a more diverse workforce. This will equip the apprentice with a clear pathway for career progression within the libraries, archives, records and information management services sector, as well as in wider sectors of the UK economy. Job roles may include;-

Intermediate level apprenticeships Information Assistant, Archive & Records Assistant and Learning Support Assistant.

Advanced level apprenticeships Archive & Record Co-ordinator, Information Services Co-ordinator , Library Services Supervisor.

Solutions & BenefitsApprenticeships at intermediate and advanced levels are relevant for libraries, archives, records and information management services employers and providers in the private and public sector. The qualification within the framework is assessed and certificated independently to ensure that successful completers have the breadth and depth of job skills and knowledge that are applicable to their role, along with the underlying skills that enable them to operate as effective employees in a range of job roles within the libraries, archives, records and information management services sector.


Fill your skills gapsApprenticeships deliver skills designed around your business needs, providing the skilled workers you need for the future. They also help you develop the specialist skills you need to keep pace with the latest technology and working practices in your sector.


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The FrameworkApprentices will study a framework of vocational-specific qualifications from the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). This apprenticeship framework is available at intermediate and advanced level.

Intermediate level apprentices Level 2 Certificate in Libraries, Archives and Information Services.

Advanced level apprentices Level 3 Diploma in Libraries, Archives and Information Services.




Assessment, learning and evaluationQuality teaching, learning and assessment form the building blocks of our teaching. In this digital world, we challenge the status quo; we do this by understanding and listening to our learners and employers. While the majority of learning takes place on-the-job we engage with our learners through a variety of methods, with efficient off-the-job support from us which has minimal impact on their day to day activities and your business.

Cost of an apprenticeApprenticeships are a cost effective way of increasing the workforce whist developing specific skills for business growth.



Durations 52 weeks

Annual cost £4,180 - £5,156

Grants & SupportThere are also government and sector grants available to employers to help towards the cost of an apprentice.

For more information please contact one of our apprenticeships advisors who will be able to identify grants available for your business and discuss how to apply with you.

RecruitmentThe employing organisation has full control of the recruitment of the apprentice, with our full support in additon.

Further information and next stepsIf you would like to take on an apprentice or you have any questions, we are always happy to speak with you. Please contact us.

Libraries, Archives, Records and Information

Management Services

[email protected]

Social Media & Digital Marketing

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AboutDigital marketing and the use of social and digital media needs to be a key part of any business marketing strategy and practice. The growth in this industry will rely on skilled social media and digital marketing experts. Research shows businesses will require more capability and capacity to respond to the increasing demand for skilled people in this sector.

ImpactThis apprenticeship will help to develop skills that will allow apprentices to understand what social media is, how to utilise it in a business environment and incorporate it into their job role. The skills investment will provide employers in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors with a workforce who possesses the skills, knowledge and competency to support business systems, processes and services through social media.

Job roles may include Social Media Assistant, Digital Marketing Consultant, Community Engagement Officer

Solutions & BenefitsThis apprenticeship will allow learners to develop the knowledge and competence required for working in social media and digital marketing roles.




A knowledge of the role of social media for business is essential and should be a key part

of any digital marketing strategy. With the changes in technology, the learning process is

ongoing and an apprenticeship is an excellent foundation on which to build.

Peter Stubbs, Director, 2am Design

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Social Media & Digital Marketing

The FrameworkApprentices will study a framework of vocational-specific qualifications from the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

Level 3 Diploma in Social Media for Business (QCF)Level 2 Certificate in Libraries, Archives and Information Services.




Assessment, learning and evaluationQuality teaching, learning and assessment form the building blocks of our teaching. In this digital world, we challenge the status quo; we do this by understanding and listening to our learners and employers. While the majority of learning takes place on the job we engage with our learners through a variety of methods, with efficient off-the-job support from us, which has minimal impact on their day to day activities and your business.

Cost of an apprenticeApprenticeships are a cost-effective way of increasing the workforce whilst developing specific skills for business growth.



Durations 52 weeks

Annual cost £4,180 - £5,156



RecruitmentThe employing organisation has full control of the recruitment of the apprentice, with our full support.


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Creative & Digital Media

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AboutThe advanced apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media and qualification components of the new framework has been developed with awarding organisations and industry experts, to ensure learners meet the needs of the changing world of creative media. This apprenticeship is also relevant to employers outside of creative media - for those who have employees responsible for using digital technology for creative purposes.

ImpactCreative media industries in England highlighted that, in what is now a global economy, it can be difficult for smaller or even medium sized companies to keep up-to-date with technology and market developments to capitalise on globally driven opportunities. The future is digital and the use of the Internet and other digital technologies is changing the way media content is created, packaged, distributed and consumed by audiences.

Solutions & BenefitsYour advanced apprentices will be able to hit the ground running with new ideas and a real understanding of what the industries need. They will be able to add value to the business by working with you to take advantage of new technologies. An advanced apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media will develop with your business and will attract applicants who are digitally savvy and work-ready, who are multi-skilled and can work across different technologies.




Apprenticeships are perfect for Create Studios in both a business and ideological sense.

It provides us with a fantastic framework within which to work with a young new entrant,

giving commitment and loyalty on both sides.

Shahina Johnson - Director, Create Studio

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Creative & Digital Media


Level 3 Diploma in Creative and Digital Media (NVQ) &

BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Creative and Digital Media or Level 3 Certificate in Media Techniques (QCF)




Assessment, learning and evaluationQuality teaching, learning and assessment form the building blocks of our teaching. In this digital world, we challenge the status quo; we do this by understanding and listening to our learners and employers. While the majority of learning takes place on-the-job we engage with our learners through a variety of methods, with efficient off the job support from us which has minimal impact on their day-to-day activities and your business.

Cost of an apprenticeApprenticeships are a cost-effective way of increasing the workforce while developing specific skills for business growth.



Durations 52 weeks

Annual cost £4,180 - £5,156



RecruitmentThe employing organisation has full control of the recruitment of the apprentice, with our full support i addition.


[email protected]

IT, Software, Web & Telecoms

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AboutThe IT, Software, Web & Telecoms Professionals Apprenticeships are designed to provide progression and re-skilling routes for existing IT professionals. Apprentices can work in areas such as software and web development, including social and digital media, technical support, telecommunications and IT project management. This apprenticeship includes a balance of content in technical, business and interpersonal areas, designed to ensure your current and future employees have an appropriate set of skills to operate in this growing industry.

ImpactApprenticeship programmes provide a vital route to bring new entrants into this growing area. The sector will require 20,800 new entrants each year from full-time education and 57,800 entrants per annum from roles in other sectors. The Media College will support your business to respond to this research, help you to implement apprenticeships into your business and increase the number of well-trained new entrants to join your sector.

Solutions & BenefitsYour apprentices will be able to hit the ground running with new ideas and a real understanding of what the industries need. They will be able to add value to the business, by working with you to take advantage of new technologies. An advanced apprenticeship in IT, Software, Web & Telecoms Professionals will develop with your business and will attract applicants who are digitally savvy and work-ready, who are multi-skilled and can work across different technologies.


Fill your skills gapsApprenticeships deliver skills designed around your business needs providing the skilled workers you need for the future. They also help you develop the specialist skills you need to keep pace with the latest technology and working practices in your sector.


At O2, we’re with apprentices because we’re committed to helping our people grow

and progress and we see the value they can offer. Our apprentices are given hands-on

experience in a variety of job roles, and we’ve found that this is a great way to develop raw

talent, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills we need to progress in the future

Ann Pickering - HR Director, Telefonica UK

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Intermediate level apprentices

Level 2 Diploma in Professional Competence for Telecoms Professionals

Level 2 Technical Certificate (Options available based on employer & sector)

Advanced level apprentices

Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for Telecoms Professionals

Level 3 Technical Certificate (Options available based on employer & sector)

These qualifications make up the elements of the Apprenticeship. They combine the on anad off-the-job learning. Skills are gained as part of their day-to-day job and enhanced by off-the-job training with an assessor.







Durations 52 weeks

Annual cost £4,180 - £5,156




Further information and next stepsIf you would like to take on an apprentice or hve any questions for us, we are always happy to speak with you. Please contact us.

[email protected]

Design& Illustration

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AboutDesign has a significant impact on your business productivity and visibility. Your contribution to creative skills will help give your business, as well as the UK a competitive edge in the world economy. An apprenticeship in design will provide your business with the ability to meet fast growing consumer demand for creative design solutions which meet environmental, social and sustainability, whilst developing sector specific skills for your business. The design industry is part of the wider creative and cultural sector.

ImpactThe Media College aims to increase the level of work-based learning in order to change the culture of graduate recruitment to the Industry with your support and commitment as an employer. An apprentice designer will support capacity for business growth in a cost-effective way enabling you to make the most of fast-emerging new market opportunities. For current employees already working in the industry, it will provide a greater understanding- from technical knowledge to customer behaviour.

Intermediate level apprentices - will train as a Design Assistant/Trainee, Trainee Technical Illustrator or Graphic Design Assistant or Junior Artworker.

Advanced level apprentices - will train as a Desktop Publishing Assistant, Technical Illustrator, Junior Graphic or Product Designer or Assistant Copywriter.

Solutions & BenefitsYour apprentices will be able to hit the ground running with new ideas and a real understanding of what the industries need. They will be able to add value to the business, by working with you to take advantage of new technologies. An advanced apprenticeship in design will develop with your business and will attract applicants who are digitally savvy and work-ready, who are multi-skilled and can work across different technologies.

Improve your bottom line Apprenticeships deliver real returns to your bottom line, with apprenticeships helping you to improve productivity and to be more competitive. Training apprentices can also be more cost-effective than hiring skilled staff, leading to lower overall training and recruitment costs.



Apprenticeships have enabled me to get somebody in to perform the web and marketing

development role at reasonably low cost and risk. The fact that there is a credible training

partner involved has reassured me about taking somebody on who is so new to the industry.

Peter Georgi - Founder, Halo Films

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Design& Illustration

The FrameworkApprentices will study a framework of vocational specific qualifications from the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). This apprenticeship framework is available at intermediate and advanced level.

Intermediate level apprentices

NVQ Certificate in Design Support

BTEC Extended Certificate in Art and Design.

Advanced level apprentices

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Design

Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Art and Design



These qualifications make up the elements of the Apprenticeship. They combine the on anad off-the-job learning. Skills are gained as part of their day-to-day job and enhanced by off-the-job training with an assessor.





Durations 52 weeks

Annual cost £4,180 - £5,156




Further information and next stepsIf you would like to take on an apprentice or hve any questions for us, we are always happy to speak with you. Please contact us.

[email protected]



The Media College enable students to journey to higher levels of learning and employment,we are

dedicated to offering solutions to meet the needs of our learners, our employers and the industries

we work with. Our Creative teams work in collaboration with employers in the sector, offering

opportunities to learn, put into practice skills and develop in real employment environments.





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The Media College Apprenticeships guide for Employers