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An apprenticeship gives your career a head start. You can earn a competitive salary while enjoying the time and support to study for a recognised qualification.

We offer a range of structured apprenticeship programmes for different areas of our business. These apprentices are well supported by industry professionals and approved educational providers. Our programmes range from Level 2 (GCSE equivalent) up to Level 7 (Master's Degree equivalent).

Whichever qualification you choose, we will support you throughout your journey with relevant mentoring, guidance and training.

We offer apprenticeship qualifications in the following departments:

  • Engineering
  • IT
  • Production & Operations
  • Technical
  • Butchery
  • Agriculture & Livestock
  • Finance & Accounting
  • HR and Learning & Development

Each of our programmes has been specifically tailored to meet the needs of that department. As you gain experience and skills, you are enhancing your prospects of securing a full-time role once you have qualified.

Does this sound like an opportunity for you? Register your interest at placement.applications@cranswick.co.uk

2025 applications opening soon

All applications for our 2025 apprenticeship programmes open on the 4th November 2024.

Degree Apprenticeships

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Food Technical Degree Apprenticeship

Department: Technical
Location: Nationwide
Qualification: Level 6 Food Industry Technical Professional Degree, Sheffield Hallam University

Supply Chain and Packaging

SUP­PLY CHAIN DEGREE APPREN­TICE­SHIP

Department: Commercial
Location: Nationwide
Qualification: Level 6 Supply Chain Leadership Professional, Sheffield Hallam University

Sales Apprenticeship

SALES DEGREE APPREN­TICE­SHIP

Department: Commercial
Location: Nationwide
Qualification: Level 6 Business-to-Business Sales Degree Apprenticeship with Leeds Trinity University

IT Apprenticeships

IT DEGREE APPREN­TICE­SHIP

Department: IT
Location: Nationwide
Qualification: Level 6 BSc (Hons) Digital & Technology Solutions, QA Training

Level 3 Apprenticeships

Engineering Apprentice

MUL­TI-SKILLED ENGI­NEER­ING APPREN­TICE­SHIP

Department: Engineering
Location: Nationwide
Duration: 48 Months

Operations Apprentice

OPER­A­TIONS APPREN­TICE­SHIP

Department: Operations
Location: Multiple Locations
Duration: 30 Months

Finance Apprenticeship

FINANCE APPREN­TICE­SHIP

Department: Finance
Location: Nationwide
Duration: 18 Months

Level 2 Apprenticeships

Cropped Butchery Apprentice

BUTCH­ERY APPREN­TICE­SHIP

Department: Butchery
Location: Multiple Locations
Duration: 18 Months

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