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Thatchers Cider Academy Apprentice Thatchers Cider Company Ltd

We’re looking for a Food & Drink Process Operator to join our award-winning apprenticeship programme, to learn the Thatchers way of cider making through our Cider Academy and Bridgwater & Taunton College.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 15 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,000.00

    Shift bonus (if age allows shift work)

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 potential shift work for 18 and over.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    21 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000100126

  • Positions

    3 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

As a Cider Academy Apprentice, you will learn everything there is to know about how to take an apple and turn it into a packaged cider.

A major part of your apprenticeship will be working on our packing line using state-of-the-art engineering and technology to package our cider. You will form part of the team responsible for maintaining, operating, and fixing production line and machinery whilst also taking responsibility for hygiene, wastage, planning and health and safety.

You will also learn about the science behind the cider making process and will have the chance to work with our laboratory technicians and specialist cider teams who make our world-famous cider.

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

This is the perfect opportunity to take your first steps into a cider making career with our incredible brand.

We know it is a big decision to take your first steps in a career and, at Thatchers, we ensure that we give you all the training, support and development you need to succeed.

We will support you to complete the food and drink industry level 2 apprenticeship in food and drink processing, at the end of which you will be offered a permanent role with one of our teams.

At the beginning of your journey, we will create a training plan that meets your individual needs and will then develop your skills and knowledge through a range of events and networking opportunities.

Thatchers is the industry standard for cider, and we have worked hard to get to where we are and continually deliver amazing ciders. If you have the drive to grow our brand, develop great relationships and build a career to be proud of, we want to hear from you.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Full time permanent role in all areas of the business which could include progression to Engineering, production, blending, fermentation, Lab technician 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade 4) Desired

Things to consider

Things you need to know - This role will involve shift patterns that could be on weekends, nights and days depending on your age and the department you work in

About the employer

Established in 1904 by William John Thatcher, we have grown into one of the top cider-making businesses in the world. Now in our fourth generation of family cider makers, we’re exceptionally proud of our Somerset roots. We’ve experienced tremendous growth through industry-leading levels of investment in our marketing, people development, innovative technology and world-class cider mill. The best part? We’re just getting started.

Employer

Thatchers Cider Company Ltd

Address

Myrtle Farm

Station Road

Sandford

BS25 5RA

Contact

Emma Cox

emma.cox@thatcherscider.co.uk

01934 321248

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Training

Training provider

BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Food and drink process operator

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 15 Dec 2022