Apprenticeships at 16+ and 18+ | Employer & Training Provider Q&A

Choosing an Apprenticeship at 16+ and 18+ | University, Training Provider, College & Employer Open Event

Join us live for a complete introduction to choosing to your apprenticeships after finishing school or college in 2026. You’ll hear from the Admissions and Careers Teams at local Universities, Colleges, Apprenticeship Employers and Training Providers to explain more about the courses and qualifications available, the application process, entry requirements, facilities and support, what happens on results day, enrolment, grants and funding, apprenticeship wages and more.

You'll have the opportunity to get hints and tips, expert advice and insider know-how, and you can even submit your own question in our live chat box.

Evening Live Q&A Open Event – Ideal for Parents, Carers, Students and more

It’s really important to get talking about your options for when you turn 16 and 18. This one-hour online open event is designed for students, parents and carers, teachers and advisors who want to know more about choosing the apprenticeship option for further study or employment and the applications process for students who'll be starting an apprenticeship in September 2026. The event is being hosted by Stockport Council and Stockport Jobs Match as part of Post-16 Careers Week 2025.

Guest speakers on the evening will include:

• Stockport College
• Manchester Metropolitan University
• The Growth Company
• Damar Training
• Local Employers - including Nexperia and Stockport Homes Group

Why attend? What we'll discuss

Whether you've recently attended an employer, uni or college open event and have follow-up questions, are ready to start the application process and want more information, or are still in the process of making key decisions about what to do next, this event is for you.

During the event, you'll learn about:

• How to apply for Level 2-3 Apprenticeships, Higher or a Degree Apprenticeships (Levels 4+) - including where they're advertised and deadlines for applications
• What to include in your application form - including CVs, evidence, references and personal statements
• How and when decisions are made and top tips to help you stand out
• Entry requirements and course selection
• How to navigate interviews and assessment days
• When to expect a response and what to do next
• What happens on Results Day, confirming your place and missing the grades
• Enrolment process and preparing to start an apprenticeship
• Key FAQs from assessments to apprenticeship wages

About the Event

This is event is delivered by Stockport Jobs Match on behalf of Stockport Council. The host for the evening will be Caroline Patten, Director at Grassroots Recruitment, who will provide a short introduction to the webinar and key guest speakers, as well as moderating the Q&A chat. Your event invitation will be sent directly from Grassroots, but should you have any questions about the event please contact info@stockport-jobsmatch.co.uk