Security, Resilience & Safety Apprenticeship SKY PLC

If you are passionate about making a difference with a desire to learn, then this could be the programme for you.  Get behind the wheel and steer your safety, resilience, and security career in the direction you want, using our structured programme and career long opportunities for continuous development.

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

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Closing date: 28 Jan 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £23,350.00

    Our fantastic range of benefits really are something special, here are our highlights: free Sky Q (for the TV you love all in one place), a generous pension, 25 days paid annual leave, discounted Mobile and broadband and private health care.

  • Working week

    Monday-Friday

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    2 Years

  • Possible start date

    09 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    13 Nov 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000211452

  • Positions

    3 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Our programme will rotate you through our teams across the department, all with a Security, Resilience or Safety focus aimed at giving you an understanding of how the SRS Hub operates and exposing you to every element.    
  • You’ll cover learning how to plan, perform and document investigations, provide liaison with law enforcement, complete security assessments, threat and vulnerability reviews, build well-structured health and safety risk assessments, lead and deliver specific projects, perform assurance functions and provide regular ongoing support to our Sky colleagues. And much more.   
  • You’ll work in subject areas, on projects where you undertake a piece of project delivery that have real life implications alongside our subject matter authorities. You’ll support business as usual task, protecting our people and keeping the businesses operating. You may work on a dedicated project that looks at the way Health and Safety, Resilience or Security supports other Sky Departments or chip in to standardising our processes across UK & EU Territories. The possibilities are tremendous.  
  • We’ll then add in additional training based on where your interest lies to set you up for success and give you the possibility of moving into a team where you’ll continue your career, in a role such as a Security Investigator, Resilience Lead, Security or Health and Safety Advisor, Threat and Risk Analyst.  
  • Could you be in the team driving resilience into the next iteration of Sky Glass? Whatever your project, you’ll be in the driving seat from day one. Make an impact and get all the support you need to start your career. There’s only one place you’ll see action like this – and that’s Sky.   

The training you will be getting

Data Technician Level 3 apprenticeship standard   
Overview: Apprentices uncover the inner workings of successful companies, from understanding the business fundamentals to navigating data in organisations, project management and personal development.  
The training provider for this programme is Multiverse. As a Multiverse apprentice you'll have access to awesome exciting events, extra training from great companies and your own personal coach who will support and guide you through your qualification.   

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Apprentices will roll into a permanent position. 
  • Be Brilliant - How? We give you freedom. Support. The chance to try things your way – forging your ideal career path or developing something totally new. It means you can do more. Make an impact. Get noticed. And it means with the right attitude, anything’s possible.  

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Team working, Inquisitive, Desire to learn, Interest in RSS, Embrace the fast-pace

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Minimum of five including Maths and English (Grade A*–C or equivalent grade 9-4) Essential

About the employer

Sky Plc is a British-based pan-European satellite broadcasting, on-demand Internet streaming media, broadband and telephone services company

Employer

SKY PLC

Address

Grant Way

Isleworth

Middlesex

TW7 5QD

Contact

earlycareers@sky.uk

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Training

Training provider

MULTIVERSE GROUP 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

Data technician

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 now

Closing date: 28 Jan 2024