Apprenticeship – Bakery (Standard) – Level 2
This apprenticeship covers knowledge and skills in: Producing a loaf by hand with no mechanical aids – using only flour, salt, water and yeast Producing bread and cake products to specification, using both manual baking processes and mechanical processes Producing a range of pastries to specification, including sweet and savoury
Course Summary
Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
The broad purpose of the occupation is to produce or bake-off food safe bakery products and package and label them to specification.
Entry Requirements
GCSE level 2 or above/equivalent Maths and English
What will you learn?
The apprenticeship is made up of 4 core modules
How will you learn?
Theory: You will attend interactive theory sessions online with your assessor; this will be fun packed and provide you with the knowledge you need to know to be an expert in your chosen field. It will include pre session activities that will be discussed and will link to your own workplace as well as the wider industry.
Employer support – your employer will provide you with hands on training and support, experience working in other departments and in-depth training around brand standards, values, customers and your organisations policies and procedures.
What will you need to bring with you?
Laptop / i pad
Internet access
Note paper and pen
How will you be assessed?
Formative assessment will be carried out for every module and your assessor will provide supportive, developmental, written feedback for every piece of work submitted.
Where next?
Level 3 Study programmes
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information contact Derby College on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
Is there any financial support available?
Course Information for Employers
Apprenticeship summary
The apprenticeship is made up of 4 core modules
Are they any entry requirements for my apprentice?
GCSE level 2 or above/equivalent Maths and English
What is required from the employer in the workplace?
This will be discussed with the employer and outlined in the employer handbook.
Behaviours expected within the role
To be successful at Derby College Group you will be expected to be:
· Positive
· Polite
· Punctual
· Prepared, and
· Professional in your approach.
What qualification will my apprentice gain?
Level 2 Baker apprenticieship
What will the assessment look like?
The apprenticeship is made up of 4 core modules
Will my apprentice need to come into college?
This will be discussed with the employer on an individual basis
Is there any specialist equipment required?
What progression can my apprentice expect after completion of their apprenticeship?
Level 3 study programmes
Employment
What job roles will this apprenticeship be suitable for?
Specialist roles in the sector
Will the college help me find an apprentice?
You may already have someone in your organisation or someone has come to you direct asking for an apprenticeship, but if you don’t we have a free recruitment service to help you hire the best candidate for your organisation from our talent pool and external advertising through social media and the national apprenticeship services website
Contact us
If you are an employer and you would like to know more, please email businessenquiries@derby-college.ac.uk or call 01332 387421
Career Information
This course could lead to one of these careers...
Bakers and Flour Confectioners
£20118
Food, Drink and Tobacco Process Operatives
£25912
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Course Information Last Updated On: July 11, 2025 10:14 am
