Do you know someone looking for an apprenticeship?
There are many options available to young people after they leave school, so we’ve answered some common questions from parents and teachers about our apprenticeships so you can help them to make the right decision.
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Yes, all our apprenticeships lead to recognised qualifications. The qualifications vary depending on the apprentice’s chosen pathway. Take a look at our mechanical engineering apprenticeships and business apprenticeships to find out more.
This depends on their chosen route. If they choose a business apprenticeship, they’ll go to college one day per week from the beginning of their training. If they choose a mechanical engineering apprenticeship, they’ll be at college full time for at least 20 weeks, then one day per week for the remainder of their apprenticeship.
Yes, including time spent at college!
Everyone at the British Engines Group receives extensive safety training before they start work. Depending on the role, the below training may be provided:
- Institute of Health and Safety (IOSH) Working Safely training
- Fire safety training
- Lifting & slinging safety training
- Forklift truck safety training
- Offshore survival training
- DSE workstation training
- Environmental awareness training
- Manual handling training
- Hazardous substance awareness training
After finishing their apprenticeship, they could be offered a permanent position and have the opportunity to develop their career in many different areas of the business. They might also choose to complete further qualifications, funded by us, such as an HNC, HND or even an engineering degree!
An apprentice will work 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Depending on their shift pattern, they’ll get a half day on Fridays, finishing at 1:30pm!
Everyone at the British Engines Group has access to the same benefits. This includes our company pension scheme, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), cycle to work scheme, holiday buy and sell, life assurance and access to our employee wellbeing app.
Find out more about our benefits.