Seven biggest employers for jobs without a degree and you could get paid up to £46k
Many job hunters are curious to know what their starting salary could be if they do not hold any qualifications.
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A growing number of firms offer apprenticeships, to help young people to earn a wage while they work.
But how much can you earn if you choose not to go down the University route?
Research by hiring firm Adzuna, shared with The Sun, found Busy Bee Childcare pays its level three apprentices £262 a week.
This works out at around £13,649.48 per year.
The firm was named as one of the top 10 places to earn an apprenticeship, following research by the Department for Education and RateMyApprenticeship.
Meanwhile, if you choose not to go down the apprenticeship route, entry level employees could also secure a role at the firm for £25,083.
This includes jobs as a nursery practitioner and an integrations support coordinator, according to the research.
And if you choose to progress your career at the childcare group, you could earn nearly £5,000 more than the average UK employee.
Figures show a nursery manager at Busy Bee earns a yearly salary of £42,500.
This is higher than the £37,430 the average UK employee is said to earn each year.
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But it is unclear how long staff need to work at the firm before they can progress into a senior role.
Meanwhile, Premier Inn owner Whitbread gives those looking for an entry-level job without a degree a chance to earn £11.79 an hour as a kitchen assistant.
Grill chefs also have a chance to earn £12.74 per hour.
That works out as an annual salary of £24,523 and £26,499 per year, respectively.
But if you stay in the firm and work your way up the ladder you could earn up to £46,250 per year as a general manager.
The chain was also rated as one of the top places to earn an apprenticeship in the UK, and offers schemes at its support centre and in hospitality.
John Lewis, which was also named as a popular place to secure an apprenticeship, also has a range of schemes on offer.
That includes a level three apprenticeship as a Vehicle Paint Technician.
Staff are paid £12.45 per hour which would work out at £25,896 per year.
That is around £2,000 more than what the average minimum wage worker earns a year.
John Lewis is currently recruiting for candidates to start this August, so there is still a chance to apply if you or someone you know is interested.
WHAT DO OTHER FIRMS OFFER?
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Mitchells & Butlers runs a chef apprenticeship scheme which can help you earn up between £300 and £366 a week.
You can also join with no qualification as a bar staff and earn £11.44 per hour, which works out as £23,000 per year.
Logistics provider GXO lets apprentices earn £19,500 per year through its scheme.
Meanwhile McDonald's pays its school leaver apprentices between £9.52 and £12.26 per hour through its crew member and manager apprenticeship schemes.
Through this scheme, workers receive day-to-day training in a McDonald's restaurant.
The above firms were also recognised as great places to secure an apprenticeship following research by the Department for Education.
What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a work-based training programme that combines on-the-job experience with classroom learning.
Apprentices earn a wage while gaining practical skills and qualifications.
Apprenticeships are available to anyone over the age of 16, whether they are school leavers, career changers, or individuals looking to upskill.
Applications can be made through the government's apprenticeship website or directly with employers offering apprenticeship programmes.
Apprenticeships are funded by the government and employers, meaning there are no tuition fees for the apprentice. Additional support may be available for those with disabilities or learning difficulties.
For more details, visit the official UK government apprenticeship website at gov.uk.
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