Information for Schools, Parents and Carers
Supporting people into skilled careers through apprenticeships
SIGTA works with schools and colleges across Sussex and the South East to help students, parents and carers understand apprenticeships and the career opportunities they offer.
We provide clear, impartial information about technical and business apprenticeships, working closely with employers to support people as they move from education into employment.
How SIGTA supports schools and colleges
Our focus is on helping students understand their options and make informed decisions about their future.
We support careers education by:
- Attending school and college careers events
- Providing up‑to‑date information on apprenticeships and vacancies
- Sharing real examples of apprentice career pathways
- Working with employers across a wide range of industries
Apprenticeships explained
Apprenticeships offer a practical route into skilled employment.
They combine:
- Paid employment
- On‑the‑job learning
- Off‑the‑job training and qualifications
- Clear progression opportunities
Students can begin an apprenticeship from the age of 16, earning a wage while developing skills that employers value.
For many people, apprenticeships provide a strong alternative to full‑time study, with long‑term career benefits.
Careers events and school engagement
We are happy to attend careers fairs, assemblies and events where possible, bringing real‑world insight into technical and office‑based apprenticeships.
We aim to support as many schools as we can across East and West Sussex, although availability may vary during busy periods.
Where attendance is not possible, we can still provide:
- Digital resources
- Careers information
- Signposting to current opportunities
Keeping schools informed
SIGTA schools newsletter
We produce a regular newsletter for schools and colleges, sharing:
- Apprenticeship information
- Current and upcoming vacancies
- Features on apprentices and employers
- Insights into different career pathways
Each issue highlights a specific apprenticeship role, such as Flight Simulator Technician, CAD Technician or Healthcare Engineering.
Schools can request to be added to the mailing list here
School Newsletters
May 26 Newsletter (featuring current vacancies)
February 26 Newsletter (featuring engineering fitter apprenticeships)
October 25 Newsletter (Interview Tips & Healthcare Technicians)
September 25 Newsletter (Ofsted & more)
May 25 Newsletter (more great apprenticeship summer vacancies)
March 25 Newsletter (featuring today’s vacancies)
January 25 Newsletter (featuring this year’s vacancies)
December 24 Newsletter (featuring apprenticeships without day-release)
November 24 Newsletter (featuring new apprenticeship standards)
October 24 Newsletter (featuring careers events)
September 24 Newsletter (featuring our new video)
July 24 Newsletter (featuring our AME course apprentices)
June 24 Newsletter (featuring this summers apprenticeships)
May 24 Newsletter (featuring Interview Tips)
April 24 Newsletter (featuring Maintenance Technician Apprenticeships)
Taking the next step
Whether you are a school, parent, carer or student, SIGTA is here to support informed career choices.
If you would like to:
- Discuss apprenticeships with your students
- Request careers materials
- Understand current opportunities
Please get in touch or explore the resources above.