Falkirk Council expands apprenticeship intake with 18 new roles available in 2025
Unemployed young people or school leavers could have the chance to join Falkirk Council’s successful apprenticeship scheme by applying during March 2025.
This year’s intake marks the largest number of trade apprenticeships offered since 2019 with 18 new apprenticeship opportunities, available which will provide young people with valuable hands-on experience and qualifications in key trades, helping to build the skilled workforce needed for the future.
Who are we looking for
We're looking for anyone who is resident in the Falkirk Council area and is currently unemployed or a school leaver in summer 2025.
Successful applicants would receive a wage, expert tuition, practical skills and a nationally recognised qualification.
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What our programme offers
Our Modern Apprenticeship programme offers opportunities across a variety of trades, including:
- Civil Engineering
- Plastering
- Plumbing
- Glazing
- Gas Engineering
These apprenticeships provide a direct pathway into sustainable careers, equipping individuals with industry-recognised qualifications and practical experience.
For more information about the Modern Apprenticeships on offer and how to apply, click the green button.
Modern Apprenticeship Week
We've launched our Modern Apprenticeship programme for 2025 during Scottish Apprenticeship Week (3-7 March), a nationwide celebration of apprenticeships, highlighting the benefits of work-based learning for individuals, businesses, and the economy.
The annual event showcases how apprenticeships contribute to a competitive and capable workforce, supporting Scotland’s economic growth.
Expanding opportunities
Since 2016, Falkirk Council has supported 476 Modern Apprentices across a wide range of services, including Fleet, Building Maintenance, Social Work Services, Procurement, Customer & Business Support, and Democratic Services.
While the COVID-19 pandemic temporarily reduced the number of apprenticeships available, our Employment and Training Unit has worked hard to expand opportunities across all services.
Councillor Paul Garner, Depute Leader said:
Apprenticeships are a fantastic way for individuals to develop skills while earning, and they play a key role in strengthening our local workforce.
“This is the largest intake of apprenticeships we’ve had since 2019, and we’re proud to support unemployed young people and school leavers in gaining vital skills.
“These 18 Modern Apprenticeships represent a significant investment in Falkirk’s future workforce, ensuring we have skilled employees while giving young people a strong start in their careers.