13/08/2026
🎓 A Level Results Day is a moment many young people have been working towards for years. While university is often presented as the next step, it's important to remember that success doesn't follow a single path.
For Bradley Moss, university never felt like the right fit. Instead, after leaving sixth form, he chose a Business Administration apprenticeship with Connected Voice, delivered by our apprenticeships team. A year later, he's gaining valuable workplace experience, developing new skills, and making a real difference through his role supporting Our Gateshead.
When Bradley first considered apprenticeships, he admits he knew very little about them.
"When I thought of an apprenticeship, I just thought of construction. No one had really taught me otherwise."
After doing his own research, he discovered opportunities that combined learning with hands-on experience, including within the charity sector. Through the support of both his employer Connected Voice and us as his apprenticeship provider, Bradley has been able to earn while he learns, building practical skills and knowledge that he can apply every day in the workplace.
Since joining Connected Voice, Bradley has grown in confidence, developed expertise in data management and digital systems, and become a valued member of the team. He's also seen first-hand how his work can support local organisations and help connect people with activities, services and opportunities across Gateshead.
"Growing up, I always wanted to do something that helped people. Being here, I'm seeing the effect that my role and the whole organisation have on people's daily lives. It's incredible."
As students receive their results today and consider what comes next, Bradley's story is a reminder that university isn't the only route to a fulfilling career. Apprenticeships offer the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications, earn a wage, develop workplace skills and make an impact from day one.
Read Bradley's story and discover how an apprenticeship could help you find the path that's right for you, in the comments. 👇
