FAQ's

Jobs Growth Wales+ (JGW+) is a programme for 16–19 year olds in Wales, designed to help you take your next step — whether that’s into training, an apprenticeship, or paid employment. 

You can join if you: 

• Live in Wales 

• Are aged 16–19 (up until the day before your 20th birthday) 

• Are not in full-time education, training, or work 

• Have been assessed by a Working Wales adviser as needing JGW+ support 

Because we’re different. We’re a small, local training provider in Pembrokeshire, which means we get to know you personally. We’ve got strong links with employers, a track record of success, and a learner-first approach that ensures you’re never just a number. 

Yes — JGW+ is fully funded by the Welsh Government. Training, mentoring, and resources don’t cost you anything, and you’ll receive a training allowance while you’re learning. 

An apprenticeship is a work-based learning programme where an employee works in a real job while studying towards a nationally recognised qualification. Apprenticeships are available from Level 2 (Foundation) through to Level 5 (Higher), allowing you to recruit new staff or upskill your existing workforce.

Yes. Apprenticeships are not just for new recruits — they are an excellent way to upskill your existing staff. This helps increase productivity, improve retention, and build loyalty.

Most apprenticeships take 12–24 months, depending on the level and sector. Higher Apprenticeships (Level 4/5) may take longer due to the senior responsibilities involved.

Yes, graduates can do apprenticeships — but not usually in the same occupational area as their degree. For example, if you studied Business at university, you could take an Apprenticeship in Digital Marketing or Leadership.

Not necessarily. You need the legal right to live and work in the UK and to meet Welsh Government residency rules. This usually means you’ve lived in the UK, EEA, or Switzerland for the last 3 years — but there are exceptions (e.g. refugees, EU settled/pre-settled status).

Yes. You must be employed for at least 16 hours per week. Your employer must agree to support your apprenticeship.

You need to be 16 or older and have left full-time school education. There’s no upper age limit.

There are no training costs for employers. Apprenticeships in Wales are fully funded by the Welsh Government. As the employer, you are responsible for paying the apprentice’s wages at least at the National Minimum Wage (many employers choose to pay more).