Apprentice - Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Advanced Apprenticeship programme?
• What is the start date of the Apprenticeship?
• When do the assessment centres begin? Where?
• What is the selection process?
• What can I expect at a National Grid Advanced Apprentice Assessment Centre?
• How many positions are you recruiting for this year?
• Will I receive full pay whilst training?
• What is a competency based interview?
• What will help me to prepare for an assessment centre?
• What competencies do you assess against at an assessment centre?
• Will all travel expenses be paid for attendance at the Assessment Centre?
• Do I need to pass a medical?
• Will National Grid sponsor me to work in the UK?
• Do I need to have a UK car driving licence?
• What should I wear to an assessment centre?
• Where would I be based?
• I have applied for a National Grid Advanced Apprenticeship before, can I apply again?
• What is the salary and benefits for an Advanced Apprentice?
• What would my hours of work be?
• What are the entry requirements for the Advanced Apprentice Programme?
• Do I have to be clean shaven?