Part Time Apprenticeship in Carry and Deliver Goods

Apprenticeship in Carry and Deliver Goods

Course Details

The Apprenticeship comprises of a framework of four qualifications: 1. Competence Based Element - Carry and Deliver Goods Vehicles Level 2 NVQ 2. Technical Certificate - BTEC Level 2 award in Carry and Deliver Goods 3. Key Skills - Communication Level 1 and Application of number Level 1 or Functional Skills - Maths Level 1 and English Level 1 For Apprentices following the Carry and Deliver Goods Vehicles Framework, employed status is the preferred route. Employed status means that the Apprentice is directly employed by an employer and is on their payroll. The Apprenticeship Framework for Carry and Deliver Goods is specifically targeted at those involved in the delivery of goods by light vehicle, van, motor cycle or pedal cycle and whose job role involves multi-drop deliveries, customer interaction and in some cases, dealing with financial transactions

Qualifications required:
The Apprenticeship is open to all those aged 16 and over who can demonstrate that they have the aptitude and potential to achieve the relevant NVQ in a technical discipline and a relevant technical certificate. For the Apprenticeship there is no minimum entry or previous experience requirements. The programme shall allow equal access to all applicants. A full driving licence is not a mandatory requirement for this framework as it is non mode specific and can be completed using a range of vehicles from pedal cycles to large goods vehicles. Therefore, while it is not an entry requirement to hold a licence a candidate undertaking the apprenticeship, driving a vehicle that requires a driving licence will need to take and pass the appropriate licence acquisition test in order to complete the apprenticeship.The skills and attributes which are relevant could include: * Motivation to succeed within the Industry * Willingness to adhere to employer/training provider terms and conditions of employment * Demonstrable commitment and awareness of the demands of the Apprenticeship * Willingness to learn and apply that learning in the workplace * Ability to demonstrate that they have the potential to complete the qualifications which are part of the Apprenticeship * Willingness to work with due regard to Health and Safety of self and others

Course length:
This depends on individual circumstances and experience but most apprentices will complete the framework within 12-18 months

Venue:
The Programme is delivered in the candidate's workplace.

Start Date:
The Programme may be started at any time of the year

Course hours:
Flexible, as negotiated between the Assessor and the Candidate

Additional info:
Benefits to the employee As well as giving them the opportunity to develop new skills, the Apprenticeship in Carry and Deliver provides the employee with a better understanding of their role benchmarked to National Standards of the industry. It also enables employees to gain nationally recognised qualifications, which will serve as a solid foundation for career progression and the achievement of higher level qualifications. Benefits to the employer It enhances the skills of the employee, thereby contributing to the improvement of performance in the workplace. It also boosts the motivation and confidence of the employee and provides an independent measure of performance against national standards. It generates tangible performance outcomes by contributing to increasing productivity and supporting existing training and development within the organisation. The qualification will be delivered by the Ports and Logistics Business Unit at Hull College. Hull College and the Ports and Logistics Business Unit are the proud bearers of the government's Total Quality Standard (TQS), which is the highest training accolade possible in working with employers and their employees. TQS recognises and celebrates those colleges and training providers that put employers' and employees' training needs at the heart of what they do. We would be delighted to speak to you and answer any questions or queries you might have. Please contact Brian Turnbull or Alison Wynn

Progression:
Skills for Logistics have established a framework for career progression within the Logistics Sector entitled the Professional Development Stairway, details of which can be found on This progression framework applies to companies engaged in the provision of courier services exactly as it does to any other logistics sub sector.
The Carry and Deliver Goods Apprenticeship is intended to develop people to step 4 on the Stairway (established operative). Further progression opportunities therefore reflect the range of career options within a logistics environment, which could include:
1. Traffic office Advanced Apprenticeship - taking responsibility for the organisation of a delivery, collection or distribution fleet of vehicles (stairway step 6).
2. Driving Goods Vehicle Advanced Apprenticeship upskilling to become a senior large goods vehicle driver involved in the trunking of mail (Stairway step 5).
Although employers in the sector consider this to be solely a Level 2 job role and there is no Advanced Apprenticeship, there are a range of horizontal and vertical progression routes typically available to candidates, so those completing this framework may choose to progress their career through widening their driving skills and experience within the logistics sector, or by moving into associated office' roles and then progressing into team leading and supervisory management responsibilities.
Those Apprentices wishing to continue as Drivers could follow the Driving Goods Vehicle routes and gain their LGV licences as part of that Apprenticeship. The other opportunities for development and progression are through duties associated with organising transport operations or Warehousing activities, where other Apprenticeships are available Candidates looking to progress to Level 3 could consider any of the current Advanced Apprenticeships available within the logistics sector.

Session times:
Flexible, as negotiated between the Assessor and the Candidate

Days running:
Flexible, as negotiated between the Assessor and the Candidate