Apprentices

You will not be counted if you are an apprentice employed to learn a job and, as part of that learning, are undertaking training leading to a qualification recognised by the National Council for Vocation Qualifications. You must be paid a maximum of £195 per week and expect to earn substantially more when you qualify.

Please note that evidence in respect of apprentices would normally have to be received from the employer and if necessary from the educational establishment providing the training. The employer should confirm details of earnings.

Please contact the Council to request a claim application form. The form should be completed in full and returned to the Council. The applicant should also request the employer to provide written confirmation of the nature of training, the qualification expected to be achieved, earnings whilst under training, and pay expectations following completion of the apprenticeship. Following approval, a revised bill of account will be issued.