Nuclear Engineering / Scientist Degree Apprenticeship 2025 - Cumbria
Nuclear Engineering / Scientist Degree Apprenticeship 2025 - Cumbria

Nuclear Engineering / Scientist Degree Apprenticeship 2025 - Cumbria

Apprenticeship 23056 £ / year No home office possible
Sellafield Ltd

Nuclear Engineering / Scientist Degree Apprenticeship 2025

SELLAFIELD LIMITED

Sellafield Site / Surrounding offices in West Cumbria, CA20 1PG

Summary

Our Nuclear Engineering / Scientist Degree Apprenticeships offer the perfect balance of on-the-job training and experience whilst enabling you to also study for a degree without having to cover the cost of tuition. You will develop core skills in the areas of science and engineering whilst undertaking wider practical elements of training.

Annual wage

£23,056 a year

Minimum wage rates 

Increasing to £25,637 in year 2 and £28,130 in year 3. You’ll have the opportunity to benefit from an annual bonus, linked to company performance, of up to £4000*

Training course

Nuclear technician (level 5)

Hours

You will be required to work typical office based hours at Sellafield Ltd, which is 08:10 to 16:20. However you may be requested to start earlier and work hours such as; 07:00 to 15:10 or 07:30 to 15:40.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 8 September

Duration

5 years

Positions available

81

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

  • You will follow a custom-made training scheme, you will develop core skills in the areas of science and engineering whilst undertaking wider practical elements of training on our exciting new build, commissioning/decommissioning programmes
  • Our Nuclear Engineering / Scientist Degree Apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to specialist in a variety of different areas, including; Civil Asset Management, Control Systems Construction, Engineering Design, Engineering & Maintenance, Operations, Quality Management, Scientific, Safety Case and Technical
  • Throughout the scheme, you will get to work on exciting projects and deliver complex pieces of work whilst becoming an integral part of a community of enthusiastic, talented individuals, who will go on to shape the future of Sellafield Ltd
  • As an integral part of your apprenticeship your progress will be monitored and assessed against government standard requirements. You will compile an evidence folder, demonstrating your areas of learning with accredited certificates of completion for elements of your training
  • Within the last six months of your apprenticeship you will undertake an assessment by an independently appointed organisation, where you will be expected to clearly demonstrate your capability to perform in your chosen career

Where you’ll work

Sellafield Site / Surrounding offices in West Cumbria

CA20 1PG

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

GENII ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Nuclear technician (level 5)

Equal to higher national diploma (HND)

Your training plan

The Higher Apprentice Programme consists of;

Level 5 ST0380 Nuclear Technician Apprenticeship
Level 5 Foundation Degree/ Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering or Science aligned to your chosen pathway

You will undertake a 3-month induction programme based at our local off-site training facility at Lillyhall, Cumbria.

Work placements will be based on either the Sellafield site or one of our various satellite offices. Academic Learning will take place 1 day a week at our training providers off-site training facility. In addition, some pathways will undertake a Practical Engineering Operations at our local off-site training facility.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

  • English Language (grade 4)
  • Mathematics (grade 4)
  • Science or Engineering subject (grade 4)
  • x2 Any Subject (grade 4)
  • A Level or equivalent in:
  • STEM Subjects (grade 96 UCAS Points)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Other requirements

To succeed on your chosen pathway, you should have a passion for a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths) based subject and a desire to pursue a career within the field.

About this company

Sellafield Ltd is a global centre for nuclear engineering management. We pioneered the harnessing of nuclear power to generate electricity for the country. Now the world is watching as we set international standards in high-hazard reduction. In short, we’re at the forefront of the industry.

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Following successful completion of your apprenticeship, we will look to retain you in a professional full time position at Sellafield Ltd. 

Apprentices with potential to progress further, will be offered the opportunity to top up their apprenticeship and complete the following in their full-time position:

Level 6 ST0289 Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineer Apprenticeship
Level 6 Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (BEng) or Science (BSc) aligned to your chosen pathway, over a further 2-year period

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000290977.

Nuclear Engineering / Scientist Degree Apprenticeship 2025 - Cumbria employer: Sellafield Ltd

Sellafield Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a unique Nuclear Engineering / Scientist Degree Apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience with academic study, all while covering tuition costs. Located in the scenic West Cumbria, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises professional growth, with opportunities to progress into full-time roles and further qualifications upon completion of the apprenticeship. With competitive wages, performance bonuses, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Sellafield Ltd stands out as a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in the nuclear industry.
Sellafield Ltd

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Sellafield Ltd Recruiting Team

Nuclear Engineering / Scientist Degree Apprenticeship 2025 - Cumbria
Sellafield Ltd
Sellafield Ltd
  • Nuclear Engineering / Scientist Degree Apprenticeship 2025 - Cumbria

    Apprenticeship
    23056 £ / year

    Application deadline: 2027-09-14

  • Sellafield Ltd

    Sellafield Ltd

    Seascale
    1947

    We are harnessing our expertise; bringing together world-class skills and innovative technology to solve complex nuclear, infrastructure, and engineering challenges. In creating a clean and safe environment for future generations, we are delivering value to our people, communities, and industry.

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