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Level 4 Taxation Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship standard: Professional Taxation Technician

Our Level 4 Tax Apprenticeship gives learners the essential skills to prepare them for a successful career in tax. Learners will understand how to prepare and manage tax returns, ensure compliance, and support advisory work all while earning the ATT qualification and building a strong foundation for future progression. 

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Apprenticeship overview

Tax is more than just numbers; it’s strategy, compliance, and trust. Our Level 4 Professional Taxation Technician Apprenticeship equips learners with the technical skills and practical expertise to navigate complex tax legislation and deliver accurate, ethical solutions for individuals and businesses. This apprenticeship blends real-world learning with the Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT) qualification, with successful learners earning a recognised credential valued by the industry.  

 Our approach combines expert-led delivery, cutting-edge learning technology, and personalised coaching to ensure learners don’t just pass exams; they thrive in their role.  Every element of our programme is designed to build confidence and accelerate career progression.  

Who is this programme for? 

Our Level 4 Taxation Technician Apprenticeship is suitable for anyone that works within taxation, accountancy or finance either within an organisation, or as part of a professional accountancy firm. 

 This apprenticeship is suitable for roles, such as: 

  • Tax Technician 

  • Personal Tax Assistant 

  • Business Tax Assistant 

Where will the programme take you? 

Our Level 4 Tax apprenticeship is the first step to senior roles in compliance, advisory, and specialist tax areas across all sectors. 

 By completing this apprenticeship, learners will achieve the widely respected Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT) qualification. 

Learners will be able to further their learning by progressing to the  Level 7 Accountancy or Taxation Professional Apprenticeship*.  

Who’s eligible? 

Eligibility is set by individual employers, but typically includes:  

  • Grade C or above in at least 5 GCSEs, including English and maths, OR 

  • Significant work experience 

All apprentices must be employed in a role relevant to the programme to be eligible to apply. 

Apprenticeship information

Start Dates
Regular start dates
Application deadline
6 weeks before start date
Study modes
Face-to-face, online
Cost
£15,000levy funded
Free for Learners
95% government funded for non-levy payers.
Apprenticeship standard
Professional Taxation Technician

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I am extremely proud that Mazars ranked 6th in the top 100 Apprenticeship Employers. Our ongoing partnership with BPP has given us an advantage in the delivery and continued success of our apprenticeship programmes, enabling our employees to have thriving careers because of their on the job learning experience. 


Miranda SmithHead of Leadership and Executive Development - Forvis Mazars

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