Description
A fully scripted National Apprenticeship Week assembly designed for UK secondary schools, suitable for KS4 and KS5.
This 10-slide assembly introduces students to apprenticeships as a high-quality, aspirational post-16 and post-18 pathway, using engaging video content, clear explanations, and structured student reflection.
The assembly uses official Amazing Apprenticeships films, including The Apprenticeship Assembly Film and This Is My Story – Maisie, and is ideal for use during National Apprenticeship Week, careers assemblies, tutor time, or PSHE / Personal Development sessions.
Fully editable, clearly structured, and scripted throughout, this resource supports consistent, confident delivery by any member of staff.

What’s Included?
✔ 10 fully planned and scripted slides, including:

1. Welcome Slide – National Apprenticeship Week context
2. What Is an Apprenticeship? – clear, student-friendly explanation
3. The Apprenticeship Assembly Film – with discussion prompts
4. Why Apprenticeships Matter – skills for life and future careers
5. Who Can Do an Apprenticeship? – age, accessibility and pathways
6. Apprenticeships Are Paid – salary, earning while learning
7. This Is My Story – Maisie – Level 6 Sports Business Management apprentice
8. Is It Only for Certain Careers? – myth-busting and career range
9. How We Are Celebrating in School – left blank for your own school information
10. Student Reflection – differentiated prompts for KS4 and KS5

• Speaker notes on every slide
• Student interaction built in (think-pair-share, reflection questions)
• Designed for assemblies or tutor time
• Editable PowerPoint

Key Features
• UK-specific and aligned to National Apprenticeship Week
• Uses real apprentice stories to challenge stereotypes
• Clear, factual content suitable for mixed-ability audiences
• Supports Careers education, PSHE and Personal Development
• Encourages aspiration without pressuring early decisions
• Ofsted-friendly careers messaging

Ideal For
• KS4 and KS5 students
• National Apprenticeship Week assemblies
• Tutor time or year group assemblies
• Careers and CEIAG provision
• PSHE / Personal Development lessons
• Schools wanting a ready-to-deliver careers assembly

Why Teachers Love This Resource
• Saves planning time
• Confident delivery – fully scripted
• Adaptable to your school context
• Clear, modern careers messaging
• Engaging without being overwhelming