Learning at Work Week: Your Career Journey at Avove
At Avove, we know that when our people grow, our business grows too. That’s why we’re committed to supporting career development at every stage, from early career opportunities and personal development to leadership training. We’re proud to invest in learning and development programmes that help our colleagues build rewarding, long-lasting careers.
This Learning at Work Week, we’re shining a spotlight on the many ways we help our people learn, lead, and thrive.
Start strong with Early Career opportunities
We’re passionate about giving young people the chance to explore meaningful careers in the utilities industry, gain experience, and build their futures with confidence.
Whether you’re just finishing school, exploring career options, or changing direction, our early career pathways offer you the opportunity to develop skills, gain confidence, and make a meaningful impact from day one.
Work Experience & T Levels
We offer structured placements to help young people explore the world of work, develop practical skills and experience, and gain insight into our industry.
T Level students join us for longer-term placements that combine classroom learning with real-world industry experience, helping to build future careers and address skills gaps.
Apprenticeships
From Level 2 to Level 6 (including degree apprenticeships), our programmes offer hands-on experience, personalised development, and nationally recognised qualifications. Our apprentices have dedicated mentors for support, regular off-the-job learning time, and opportunities to develop professional and personal skills, all while contributing to real projects across the business.
“Since starting, I’ve gained an understanding of my role and responsibilities within the team and learnt so many new skills already. Everyone is so approachable and made me feel like I fit in right away. Because of the environment, I feel like I can raise any concerns or issues I may have. Avove have supported my development by giving me the chance to shadow people, ask (a lot) of questions, and taken me to different sites to see what goes on and helped me understand more about the business.”
Abby Roberts, Level 3 Business Admin Apprenticeship
Graduate Programme
Our two-year graduate scheme offers structured development, mentorship and external training, helping university leavers transition confidently into their careers. We want our graduates to feel challenged, supported, and empowered to succeed.
“My time at Avove has been an exciting and positive experience. Everyone I’ve met has been warm, welcoming, and supportive, making it easy to settle in and feel like part of the team. What stands out is how dynamic and forward-thinking the company is, with so many opportunities to learn and grow. The team is incredibly knowledgeable, always ready to share insights, and genuinely passionate about what they do. I’m looking forward to continuing to develop my career at Avove.”
Emilia Dutton, Marketing and Communications Graduate
We also encourage our team to inspire the next generation through volunteering:
- Our STEM Ambassadors visit schools and youth groups to promote careers in science, technology, engineering and maths – helping young people see the real-world value of STEM subjects
- Through our work with the Early Careers Foundation, colleagues mentor 16–18-year-olds from diverse backgrounds, offering practical advice and support to help them reach their full potential
Volunteering in these roles not only benefits young people by providing guidance and support but also helps our volunteers develop essential skills, including leadership, communication, and mentoring, enriching their own professional growth.
Continuous development at every career stage
Learning doesn’t stop when you settle into a role. Across the business, we believe in creating a culture of continuous development.
All colleagues have access to:
- Regular eLearning covering key topics such as safety, wellbeing, cyber security, diversity and inclusion
- Personal development opportunities tailored to their role
- Project experience across teams and departments
- Supportive leadership and career conversations
- Mentoring and knowledge-sharing opportunities
We want our team to feel confident, capable, and inspired, regardless of their career stage.
“Continued learning and development is essential for Avove to stay competitive, innovate, and thrive. A culture of continuous learning encourages our colleagues to develop fresh ideas, experiment with new approaches, and drive innovation, leading to improved productivity and job satisfaction. By promoting learning, we can create a dynamic and knowledgeable workforce.”
Trevor Whaley, Learning & Development People Partner
Step into leadership with Professional Development Programmes
Great leadership doesn’t happen by chance. That’s why we’ve launched CITB-funded Professional Leadership Development Programmes to provide our current and future leaders with the training, tools, and support they need to succeed.
We’re investing in our leaders through three tailored programmes:
- ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership & Management – for line managers
- ILM Level 5 Certificate in Leadership & Management – for middle managers
- ILM Level 7 Diploma in Senior Leadership – for senior leaders
Delivered over eight months, each programme supports colleagues to build the skills and behaviours needed to lead high-performing teams, drive business performance, and earn a nationally recognised leadership qualification.
It’s about helping our colleagues grow into leaders who make a lasting impact on our business, our teams, and their own career development.
“It is really important for me to stretch my skills and develop my career further, in order for me to get the roles I want in the future. Along your career, you need to take every opportunity you can to continue the learning cycle from when you start with a business, all the way up until the end.”
Allan Sproson, Digital Adoption Lead
Learning that lasts a lifetime
Here at Avove, we’re proud to create a working environment where everyone has the opportunity to develop, progress and thrive. Learning is built into our culture, and we’re always looking for new ways to support our people to be their best, now and in the future.
Ready to grow with us? Explore our career opportunities and start your journey at Avove today.