Apprenticeships with SIGTA
Build real skills. Earn while you learn. Start your career.
A SIGTA apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to work in a real job, earn a wage from day one, and gain industry‑recognised qualifications while learning from experienced professionals.
We work closely with employers across Sussex and the South East to deliver high‑quality apprenticeships in engineering and manufacturing, electronics and business roles, supported by specialist training at our centres in Shoreham By Sea and Eastbourne.
Get paid. Get qualified. Get a career.
Why choose a SIGTA apprenticeship?
Choosing an apprenticeship is a big decision. At SIGTA, we focus on preparing you for long‑term employment, not just helping you gain a qualification.
- Paid employment from day one
- Hands on training in real working environments
- Learning with expert tutors
- Industry recognised apprenticeship standards
- Strong progression into skilled roles and further training
Our apprentices develop the confidence, experience and technical skills employers are looking for.
What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a genuine job with training built in.
You will:
- Have a contract of employment and be paid from day one
- Learn practical skills on the job
- Complete off‑the‑job and/or on‑the‑job training with SIGTA and your employer
- Achieve recognised qualifications
This combination of real work and structured learning helps you build a strong foundation for your future career.
Examples of Apprenticeships we offer
Engineering and Technical Apprenticeships
Level 3 and Level 4
Typically 36 to 48 months
Designed for those interested in engineering and manufacturing careers, including electronics, design, machining, maintenance and much more. These apprenticeships combine practical workplace experience with technical training and theory delivered at our training centres.
Business Administration Apprenticeships
Level 3
Typically 18 months
Ideal for those looking to start a career in business operations, administration
or office‑based roles, with skills that are valuable across a wide range of industries.
Customer Service Specialist Apprenticeship
Level 3
Typically 15 months
Designed for those looking to develop a career in customer service across a wide range of sectors and industries. This apprenticeship combines practical workplace experience with professional training, helping learners build advanced customer service, communication and problem-solving skills while supporting customers, resolving complex queries and driving service improvements.
What you will gain
As a SIGTA apprentice, you will gain more than just a qualification.
- Nationally recognised apprenticeship standards
- Practical, job specific skills
- Functional Skills in maths and English where required
- Workplace experience that employers really value
- Support from tutors, assessors and your employer
Everything you learn is designed to help you succeed in your role and progress in your career.
Where can an apprenticeship lead?
A SIGTA apprenticeship can open the door to long term opportunities, including:
- Skilled technical or engineering roles
- Permanent employment with your employer
- Progression to higher level apprenticeships
- Further training or professional development
Most of our apprentices continue their careers in industry after completing their apprenticeship.
Support for parents
and carers
Apprenticeships are a structured, well supported route into employment and training. At SIGTA, apprentices benefit from:
- A safe and supportive learning environment
- Regular progress reviews and guidance
- Clear training plans aligned to industry standards
- A real alternative to full‑time classroom study
Apprentices are employed from day one, earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and develop skills essential for a successful career.
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Whether you are leaving school, college or looking for a practical route into work, an apprenticeship with SIGTA could be the right choice for you.
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"Completing a SIGTA apprenticeship genuinely changed my life for the better in ways I could only dream of at the time."
"Gaining my apprenticeship through SIGTA has been essential in getting to where I am now, the experience gained has allowed me to take a path which would normally take a lot longer to achieve."
Engineering, Manufacturing & Business Apprenticeships
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- Technical Design
- Machining Technician
- Business Administration
- Healthcare Engineering Specialist Technician
- Mechatronics
- Facilities Maintenance
- Customer Service
- Technical Support
- Engineering Maintenance
- Engineering Fitter
