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School/College Leaver Accountancy Apprenticeship (AAT)

Hazlewoods · Cheltenham · posted 1 October 2026

Wage
£23,000 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Higher (Level 4)
Standard
Professional accounting technician (level 4)
Starts
1 September 2027
Closing date
29 January 2027
Positions
30

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Whatever your interests, you’ll find opportunities across Audit, Accounting and Business Services, Tax, and our specialist sector teams.

The Apprenticeship:

  • 5-year programme leading to ACA qualification
  • After 2 years you will achieve Level 4 (AAT)
  • When you start your ACA, you will be able to select departmental rotation
  • Study is in blocks and is classroom based in Bristol

As an apprentice, you’ll engage in client work within a supportive and inclusive team. Our apprentices collaborate with a diverse range
of clients across various industry sectors.

We support your growth and development by assigning a manager and buddy throughout the programme.

Your training

You will be fully supported through your study which is delivered by First Intuition based in central Bristol.

Study is classroom-based in blocks, the rest of the time being spent in the office working.

Where it leads

After successful completion of the AAT (2 years), apprentices will progress to the 3-year ACA qualification leading to Chartered Accountant status.

About Hazlewoods

Hazlewoods is one of the South West’s largest
independent accountancy and business
advisory firms. With over 600 people
across Cheltenham, Bristol and Cardiff,
you’ll be learning from experts and
working with a wide range of
businesses.


Whatever your interests, you’ll find
opportunities across Audit, Accounting
and Business Services, Tax, and our
specialist sector teams.

Things to consider

To be eligible for our apprenticeships, applicants must have unrestricted Right to Work in the UK.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsTeam workingKeen interest in accountancy

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 6) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 6) — essential
  • A Level 3 subjects (or equivalent) (grade 112 UCAS points (predicted)) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Staverton Court, Staverton, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 0UX
  • 95 Promenade, Cheltenham, GL50 1WG
  • Windsor House, Bayshill Road, Cheltenham, GL50 3AT
  • Bull Wharf, Redcliff Street, Bristol, BS1 6QR
  • 10th Floor South Gate House, Wood Street, Cardiff, CF10 1EW

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