Craft Welder Apprenticeship 2024 SELLAFIELD LIMITED
A Welder Apprentice trains to become a highly skilled craftsperson in the nuclear industry. This is a four-year scheme where the first year will be spent learning a range of hands-on engineering skills. Years 2 to 4 of your training will be spent at in the central workshops at Sellafield where you will work with skilled Welders.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 11 Feb 2024
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£18,432.00
Increasing to £20,309 in year 2, £23,722 in year 3 & £25,264 in year 4. Higher rates are applied to those aged 21 and over. You’ll have the opportunity to benefit from an annual bonus, linked to company performance, of up to £4000*
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Working week
You will be required to work typical site-based hours at Sellafield Ltd, which is 7:30-15:40 Monday - Friday. However you may be requested to start earlier and work hours.
Total hours per week: 37.0
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Expected duration
48 Months
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Possible start date
01 Sep 2024
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Date posted
08 Nov 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000210438
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
You will be trained to:
- Produce production welds using different welding methods such as MIG, TIG and MMA.
- Working in a challenging and rewarding industry in support of construction within the workshop / construction site.
- Supporting fabricators in the production of platforms, stairways and supporting structures as well as pipe fitters, producing pipework for the transfer of fluids.
As an integral part of your apprenticeship your progress will be monitored and assessed against the Apprenticeship requirements. You will compile an evidence folder, demonstrating your areas of learning with accredited certificates of completion for elements of your training. You will undertake knowledge, skills and behaviour assessments where you will be expected to clearly demonstrate your capability to perform as a Welder Apprentice.
The training you will be getting
This is a four-year scheme where the first year will be spent learning a range of hands-on engineering skills.
1st Year – training is delivered at our of-site training facility.
2nd, 3rd & 4th Years – Site placements in central workshops at Sellafield.
You will obtain the following qualifications:
- Level 3 Apprenticeship ST0852 Plate Welder
- Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations EAL
- Award for Nuclear Industry Awareness (ANIA) Level 2 Qualification
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
- Following successful completion of your apprenticeship, we will look to retain you in a professional full time position at Sellafield Ltd
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Mathematics (Grade 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science or Engineering (Grade 4) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
SELLAFIELD LIMITED

About disability confident
https://careers.sellafieldsite.co.uk/
Address
Sellafield Site / Surrounding offices in West Cumbria
CA20 1PG
Contact
GBS Recruitment
gbs.recruitment@sellafieldsites.com
019467 81000
Training
Training provider
GENII ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY TRAINING LIMITED
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Apprenticeship standard
Plate welder
Level 3 (A level)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 11 Feb 2024