Apprenticeship glossary

Panel interview

What does Panel interview mean?

An interview with two or more interviewers at once. Look at whoever asked the question, but include everyone as you answer.

Participation age
The rule in England that you must stay in education or training until 18. Starting an apprenticeship counts.
Pathway
A route within an apprenticeship programme, such as a specialism or department. Williams, for example, has four apprenticeship pathways.
Pay rise
An increase in your pay. Some employers, like JLR and Rolls-Royce, publish pay that rises each year of the apprenticeship.
Payslip
The document showing what you were paid and what was taken off. Check it against your contract and the minimum wage.
Permanent contract
A job with no fixed end date. Some employers, like Barclays and the Higher Level Apprenticeships in Northern Ireland, offer apprenticeships on a permanent contract.
Person specification
The list of qualifications, skills and qualities an employer wants for a role. Match your examples to it in your application.

Definitions are our own plain-English summaries. Where we give figures, they come from the official sources listed on the linked guide or profile. Rules can change, so check the official source before you make decisions.