Nuclear Health Physics Monitor Apprentice Level 2 United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority
We have an excellent opportunity for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our organisation where you will spend 80% of your time developing both your general work-related skills and 20% on obtaining professional qualifications. Full training will be provided throughout your apprenticeship and UKAEA has a dedicated Early Careers Team
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 17 Feb 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£13,525.00
Significant salary increase in year 2 and pension scheme
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Working week
Monday to Friday 08.15am to 16.30
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
24 Months
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Possible start date
11 Sep 2023
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Date posted
17 Jan 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000122634
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
· The Health Physics Apprentice will be expected to work alongside suitably qualified and experienced Health Physics Technicians (HPT) undertaking their duties
· Health Physics Apprentices are required to maintain and reliably deliver a routine radiological protection and occupational hygiene service and to provide specialised monitoring support for a wide range of radiological and workplace hazards
· As time progresses, the apprentice will be authorised to undertake routine, low risk tasks with minimal supervision, but oversight of their work will be completed by either the Health Physics Chargehand, Health Physics Supervisor or their Direct Line Manager
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Training in accordance to the Apprenticeship will include a combination of on-site training, shadowing and working alongside the site Health Physics Technicians, completion of the NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Radiation Protection (portfolio of evidence) and via block learning through National College for Nuclear – Southern Hub (Bridgwater and Taunton College) Level 2 Certificate in Health Physics Monitoring within the Nuclear Industry (technical knowledge training)
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
There is potential for a full time position being made available for the right candidate. The organisation often supports further training
A Nuclear Health Physics Monitor could progress to a Health Physics Chargehand or Team Leader or Health Physicist/RPA through continued professional development and training.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
About the employer
Employer
United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority
Address
Culham Science Centre
Abingdon
OX14 3DB
Contact
Training
Training provider
BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE
Apprenticeship standard
Nuclear health physics monitor
Level 2 (GCSE)
Employer's Application Instructions
You will need to apply through the employers website (link above). Scroll down to the Level 2 Nuclear Health Physics Monitor Apprenticeship 2023
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 17 Feb 2023