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Engineering Technician Apprentice BIGNALL GROUP LTD

Bignall Group are looking to expand their team with an apprentice Engineering Technician. The successful candidate will gain a Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship.

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Closing date: 10 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,879.74

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Mon to Thursday 7.30 to 16.30, Lunch 13.00 to 13.30 Friday 7.30 to 13.00 (39.5 hrs) Overtime as required

    Total hours per week: 39.5

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    15 Dec 2022

  • Date posted

    16 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000087943

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Lathe work
  • Milling work
  • Use of measuring devices
  • Knowledge of quality systems
  • Bench skills

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Day Release at Middlesbrough College
  • Engineering Technician Level 3 Pathway Machinist  
  • An employer approved Level 2 Foundation Competence qualification An employer approved Level 3 Development Competence qualification An employer approved Level 3 Development Technical Knowledge qualification Apprentices without Level 2 English and Maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking end point assessment

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Depending on the circumstances of the business and upon completion of the apprenticeship programme, there could be a potential position of employment available

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C/4 or Above) Essential

Things to consider

This vacancy is to start immediately therefore you must be available to start before applying. The closing date, interview date and start date are subject to change. This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment. Individuals are able to undertake an apprenticeship at a higher level than a qualification they currently hold, including any previously completed apprenticeships. Individuals can also undertake an apprenticeship at the same level, or lower level than a qualification they already hold as long as the new apprenticeship allows for new skills to be acquired and the content of the training is materially different from any previous qualification or apprenticeship. Northern Skills will check candidates' eligibility prior to any interviews. Please be aware that as Northern Skills provide a recruitment matching service, we will also consider you for roles which pay the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage.

About the employer

Precision Engineering Company based in the North East.

Employer

BIGNALL GROUP LTD

Address

Unit 15

Dabble Duck Industrial Estate

Shildon

DL4 2QN

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Training

Training provider

MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

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