LEWISHAM'S apprenticeship programme has advertised more than 70 new vacancies online.

The roles cover areas like finance, plumbing, social work, coaching, IT, admin, youth work, carpentry, catering, animal welfare, and many others. 

Employers include Lewisham Council, Lewisham Homes, Lakehouse, MITIE Property Services and Phoenix Housing.

On the job, apprentices will gain key transferable skills including working in teams, problem-solving, communication and using new technology and equipment. Off the job, they will spend time working towards a recognised apprenticeship framework.

The roles last for up to two years and are supported by a tutor and an experienced manager.

To apply, candidates need to be a Lewisham resident, aged from 16 to 24, have English and maths GCSE level A* or C or equivalent ability, and have full UK residency entitlement.

The closing date for applications is midnight on 19 June. Find out more at lewisham.gov.uk/apprentices