Apprentice Recruitment & Selection Service
Waterside Training offers a structured and robust apprentice recruitment service, available either as a fully managed solution or in collaboration with your existing recruitment processes.
Our recruitment support is a chargeable service with different levels of support available, depending on how much involvement you require.
All apprentices must meet our minimum entry criteria of 5 GCSEs (Grade 5–9 / A–C), including English, Maths and Science, alongside successful completion of our initial assessments.
Our Recruitment Process
Step 1: Application & Screening
All candidates apply via the Waterside online vacancy system. Applications are reviewed and shortlisted before progressing.
Step 2: Aptitude Testing
Candidates complete a series of assessments including:
- Numerical and verbal reasoning
- Mechanical and technical understanding
- Spatial and electrical awareness
- Colour vision screening (where relevant)
A full report is provided for suitable candidates.
Step 3: Initial Interview (Waterside)
Shortlisted candidates attend an interview to assess motivation, communication skills, behaviours, and some technical awareness.
Step 4: Employer Interview
Employers are provided with a shortlist of candidates to select from, and Waterside can arrange company appointments for interviews, presentations, or assessment activities depending on your recruitment approach.
Step 5: Offer & Onboarding
Waterside manages communication of offers, followed by full enrolment, contract completion, and induction. Apprentices, employers, and families are invited to a formal signing event.
Employer Assurance
- Full candidate assessment reports provided
- Support in selecting the right apprenticeship standard
- Vacancy advertising across schools, colleges, and government platforms
- Option to use your own recruitment processes alongside ours
- Right of refusal on unsuitable candidates following assessment
Getting Started
To discuss recruitment support options or request a tailored service level, please contact our team:
📞 01744 616837
📧 [email protected]
