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PT&E Degree Apprentice

Syngenta Group
Location
Bracknell, BERKSHIRE, United Kingdom
Postcode
RG42 6EY
Salary
Competitive
Posted
27 May 2026

About the role

Syngenta is delighted to offer the opportunity to earn as you learn, with all tuition fees paid for a 5-year degree apprenticeship through the University of Kent in Applied Chemical Science BSc (Hons). This is a flexible and inclusive programme which includes, on average, 1-day per week of online learning, with occasional onsite workshops at the University which are paid for through the programme.   Successful candidates will work on real projects in the laboratory four days a week and study towards their degree one day a week at our state-of-the-art research centre in Jealott’s Hill (Bracknell).     During the apprenticeship you will gain varied laboratory-based experience working across three different departments  Product Technology & Engineering;  product research, development and analysis, learning the skills and techniques required to be successful in each area.   Your role, as part of a flexible team, will be to generate, analyse and interpret data, carry out problem solving, and report on your findings, contributing to Syngenta’s mission to sustainably feed the planet, while growing as a scientist and working towards your degree. About you A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) - grades A* - C 9/4 including Science, maths and English is essential. You must have a total of 80 UCAS points including preferably a B or higher in A-Level Chemistry or equivalent – we will accept predicted grades in the screening process and offers will be subject to receiving acceptable points/grades. Alternative experience and qualifications will be considered. You will live a commutable distance from our Jealott’s Hill site near Bracknell, or willing and able to relocate at your own expense. Preferable attributes you may need: Passion and enthusiasm for science and learning ​ Self-motivated, dedicated and driven ​ Good communication skills​ Good attitude to working as part of a team ​ Scientific curiosity and ability to solve problems in a logical way Attention to detail

Requirements

Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) - grades A* - C (9/4) including Science, Maths and English. Total of 80 UCAS points including preferably B or higher in A-Level Chemistry or equivalent. Must be commutable to Jealott's Hill site near Bracknell or willing to relocate at own expense.

Skills

Data generation and analysisProblem solvingCommunication skillsTeam workingScientific curiosityAttention to detailLaboratory techniquesData interpretationReport writing

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · Science · Grade A*-C (9/4)
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade A*-C (9/4)
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade A*-C (9/4)
Desired
A Level · Chemistry · Grade B