Operations Degree Apprenticeship

• What do I need to consider?

  You will not be physically hands-on, however throughout your chosen scheme you will be involved in exciting tasks and support the delivery of complex pieces of work, whilst becoming an integral part of a community of enthusiastic and talented individuals, who provide front line support to their respective facilities.

  After completing a Level 5 Apprenticeship, you can progress to a Level 6 apprenticeship with a tailored degree. You’ll work on exciting projects, join a talented community, and help shape Sellafield Ltd’s future.

  Progress will be assessed via government standards, evidence folders, and a final independent review to demonstrate your capabilities.

• Where will my training be delivered?

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

  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.

• What qualifications will I obtain?

  The Degree Apprentice Programme consists of 2 phases;

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

  For candidates with the potential to progress further:

  • 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.

  *Specific qualifications are subject to change and may be replaced with an equivalent.

• What are the entry requirements?

  Degree apprenticeships target A-Level students or equivalents. Entry requirements include:
  • Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), including Maths, English Language, and one Science or Engineering subject.
  • At least 96 UCAS points from A-Level/T-Level, preferably in STEM subjects (Maths, Chemistry, Biology, Physics), but not mandatory.
  • Other Level 3 STEM or Vocational qualifications may be accepted.
  • If lacking A-Level Maths or higher Engineering, you must have a Grade 6 (B) in GCSE Maths.
  • Functional Skills Level 2 is considered to be equivalent to GCSE Grade 4 (C).

• Additional Requirements

  Candidates will be required to achieve appropriate security and medical clearances; these will be instigated on receiving a conditional offer of employment.

Joseph
Operations Degree Apprentice

What did you study before your apprenticeship?

Studied Maths, Chemistry and Physics at A level and have always had an interest in nuclear science.

How did you find joining the Sellafield Ltd apprenticeship programme?

I moved here at 18 from outside of Cumbria specifically for this apprenticeship and didn’t have any issues with meeting new people and making new mates. There was a good amount of support for those who moved up for the apprenticeship which was appreciated

What are the top three memorable moments or highlights from your time on the programme?

2 international trips abroad to visit an operating nuclear power plant and CERN. Involvement in a key project at work to support site hazard reduction. Involvement with the apprentice council to organise and take part in a charity 3 Peaks challenge.