Entry Requirements for JTL Apprenticeship Programmes
Please read the information and guidance below before you make an application.
If you require assistance or further clarification please contact us:
Email:Â info@jtltraining.com
Freephone: 0800 085 2308
How Apprenticeships Work
Apprenticeships combine practical training in a job with study. As an apprentice you will:
- Be an employee earning a wage and getting holiday pay.
- Work alongside and mentored by experienced staff with your employer.
- Gain job-specific skills to support your chosen apprenticeship.
- Get time for training and study related to your role.
Guidance for Applicants
JTL have provided the following guidance to ensure all applicants fully understand the requirements when applying for apprenticeship training with JTL.
Application
As part of the apprenticeship application process, you will need to complete a number of forms, supplying mandatory supporting documentation and complete Initial assessments in English and maths. This stage allows JTL to apply for government funding that will support the apprenticeship training costs and ensures you have the best possible opportunity to successfully complete your apprenticeship.
This stage is composed of:
- Application including the following
. Uploading a passport style photograph – rules for digital photos can be found here – https://www.gov.uk/photos-for-passports
. Uploading your identification – Passport, Driving Licence, Student ID and National Insurance Letter (not NI card) are acceptable - Create a OneAdvanced account and complete BKSB Initial Assessments in English and maths.
- Telephone Discussion with JTL’s dedicated Onboarding team
- Target Scan (Skills Gap analysis) – where required
- Colour vision evidence (Electrical Only) – You can download a copy of our Colour Vision Certificate here“
- Prior Qualifications Evidence
- Photo / Video Consent Form
Keeping our apprentices safe from scams
It is important that you understand how JTL will contact and communicate with you, as we are acutely aware of the risk of scammers and the need for personal data to be protected at all times.
We want to ensure that you know what to expect from JTL and how to stay safe.
What JTL will NOT do:
- Ask for any personal information like financial details or passwords.
- Visit you at your home address.
- Send you emails from a non-JTL email address.
What JTL will do:
- Email you from a JTL email address (e.g., name@jtltraining.com).
- Contact you regarding reviews, assessments and college arrangements for next year.
What to do if you suspect a scam
If you receive communication related to JTL and are unsure if it is legitimate, please double-check by:
- Phoning us at 0800 085 2308.
- Emailing us at info@jtltraining.com.
- Completing the form on the contact page of JTL’s website.
Apprenticeship Entry Requirements
As part of the application process, all applicants will be required to complete Initial assessment in English and maths.
You will be required to meet the necessary requirements in both English and maths. The entry requirements for level 2 and 3 apprenticeships are outlined in the below table.
| Apprenticeship Level | Entry Requirements |
|---|---|
| Level 3 apprenticeships | Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE Grade 4+ or L2 Functional Skills) |
| Level 2 apprenticeships | Maths at level 1 or equivalent (GCSE Grade 2-3 or L1 Functional Skills) English at level 1 or equivalent (GCSE Grade 2-3 or L1 Functional Skills) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I have just left school and still awaiting results/certificates?
If you have recently left secondary or further education and are awaiting GCSE results and/or certificates, you can still apply for an apprenticeship with JTL and sit a supervised English and maths assessments to demonstrate you are operating at the required level.
All applicants must achieve the required entry levels for English and maths to progress through the application stage.
What if I am still at school and have not sat my exams?
You can still apply but cannot start any apprenticeship until after the last Friday in June of the academic year in which you have your 16th birthday.
You will also need to sit a supervised English and maths assessments to demonstrate you are operating at the required level to proceed with your application.
Once you have sat your exams and received evidence of achievement you will be required to supply copies of these.
What happens if I do not have a maths or English qualification?
You can start an apprenticeship without holding a Functional Skills qualification, provided you demonstrate through a supervised assessment that you meet the required level.
Changes to Functional Skills Requirements (Effective from 11 February 2025):
For apprentices aged 19 and over at the start of their apprenticeship, English and maths qualifications are now optional. Funding will still be available for English and maths qualifications if you or your employer feel they are necessary.
For apprentices aged 16-18 at the start of their apprenticeship, it remains a requirement to achieve up to a Level 2 qualification in English and maths if you do not already hold one.
What about if I have lost my certificates?
If you have lost your certificates, you can request a copy of these by contacting the relevant awarding organisation. In this situation JTL will check your personal Learning record as part of the application process, this may provide evidence of prior achievement in English and maths.
You will also need to sit a supervised English and maths assessments to demonstrate you are operating at the required level.
Further supervised assessments can be arranged for applicants who cannot provide evidence of achievement in English and/or maths at the required levels.
 If you start an apprenticeship through this route, you must achieve your maths and/or English qualifications before you can complete. JTL will support you to do this.
How will JTL support me?
All applicants will be directed to dedicated resources to support them with refreshing their skills prior to sitting their initial and/or supervised assessments.
Free resources are available from the BBC if you would like to practice before taking an assessment.
What happens if I cannot achieve the required levels?
JTL has a dedicated team who will be able to provide Information, advice, and guidance on who you can contact locally to support you in upskilling to the necessary requirements.
You can find out about the courses available to you by using the National Careers Service Course Finder online or calling the helpline on 0800 100 900 or by contacting your local college.
You will then be able to reapply once you have achieved the necessary requirements
Further information
If you wish to speak to a member of the JTL admissions team, please call 0800 085 2308 where a member of the team will be happy to support you with your application; alternatively, you can contact the admissions team by email at admissions@jtltraining.com.