As of April 2024, the UK apprentice minimum wage is £6.40 per hour for apprentices under 19 or in their first year. Starting April 2025, this rate will increase by 18% to £7.55 per hour, as announced in the Autumn Budget (gov.uk).
This rise aims to enhance financial support for apprentices while they gain valuable skills (hbtc.co.uk).
However, many employers offer salaries above the minimum wage. For instance, high-growth industries like technology may provide entry-level apprenticeship roles with salaries exceeding £25,000.