Nuclear Engineering

Safety Case Degree Apprenticeship

Sellafield Ltd

Location

West Cumbria, Warrington, Cheshire

Salary

Competitive

Minimum grades

GCSE Maths, English Language, and one Science or Engineering subject at Grade 4 (C); 96 UCAS points from A-Level/T-Level preferred in STEM subjects; GCSE Maths Grade 6 (B) minimum if lacking A-Level Maths

About the role

As a Safety Case Degree Apprentice, you will be part of a training programme designed to develop the skills required to successfully develop and manage Sellafield Safety Cases. You will follow a training scheme, developing core skills in the areas of science and engineering whilst undertaking wider practical elements of training on exciting new build, commissioning and decommissioning projects. You will get to work on exciting projects and deliver complex pieces of work whilst becoming an integral part of the Safety Case profession.

Requirements

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). Candidates will be required to achieve appropriate security and medical clearances.

Required qualifications

Essential

GCSE · Maths · Grade 4

Essential

GCSE · English Language · Grade 4

Essential

GCSE · Science or Engineering · Grade 4

Desired

A Level · STEM subjects · Grade 96 UCAS points

Training & development

Cumbria-based: A 3-month induction at local training facility followed by work placements at Sellafield or satellite offices. Academic learning 1 day per week off-site, with some pathways including Practical Engineering Operations training. Warrington-based: Year 1 full-time academic and engineering studies at local provider. Years 2–5 office-based at Hinton House, Warrington, with continued academic studies via day release.

Future prospects

Level 5 ST0380 Nuclear Technician Apprenticeship with Level 5 Foundation Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering or Science aligned to chosen pathway. Progression available to Level 6 ST0289 Nuclear Scientist and Nuclear Engineer Apprenticeship with Level 6 Bachelor's Degree (BEng or BSc) over further 2-year period.

Company benefits

Sellafield Ltd offers a remarkable track record of developing people, supporting them towards professional qualifications, and helping them build successful long-term career paths.

About Sellafield Ltd

Sellafield Ltd is a pioneering group of highly skilled professionals working together to lead the country's decommissioning and environmental restoration efforts. The company harnesses expertise bringing together world-class skills and innovative technology to solve complex nuclear, infrastructure, and engineering challenges. Sellafield hosts the most diverse range of nuclear facilities globally.

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